Almost every woman and some men have their ears pierced and wear earrings on a regular basis. The earring industry is a multi billion dollar industry. Unlike other pieces of jewelry, most people who wear earrings own at least several pairs. Some people proudly own hundreds of pairs of earrings. You can have a pair of earrings to match every outfit. You can even buy furniture to hold you earrings. These earring holders become a beautiful part of your home décor.
Men’s Earrings
Men’s earrings are a growing share of the earring industry. Many men are choosing to get their ears pierced and wear earrings. Men usually get their left ear pierced and wear a single earring. Men’s earrings are usually sold singly instead of in pairs. Sometimes, men will choose a unisex looking pair of women’s earrings so they get two for the price of one.
Classic Women’s Earrings
Diamond stud earrings are the most timeless and classic look in earrings. Almost every single woman you ask will tell you that she would love to own a pair of diamond earrings. The diamond earring remains the ultimate status symbol. It is the epitome of understated elegance.
Gold earrings are also a classic. The golden earring can be found in works of art all the way throughout history. Gold hoop earrings are the most popular type of gold earrings. The gold hoop is often the first pair of nice earrings a girl owns. The beauty of this look has carried it through time.
Chanel earrings are popular as new pieces of jewelry and collectors items. Chanel has been manufacturing beautiful costume earrings since its beginning. Many women love Chanel earrings as the ultimate status symbol. They are chic and instantly recognizable.
Trendy Earrings
Earrings can be both classic and trendy. Chandelier earrings are the hottest new trends in earrings, but they have been around forever. Chandelier earrings dangle from the ear lobe. They can be modest, or they can be as long as the shoulders depending on the look desired.
Crystal earrings provide a look with sparkle. Crystals are available in all shapes and colors, and they are relatively inexpensive. You can wear crystal earrings for a casual look, or use them to dress up an outfit.
Perhaps the hottest new trend in earrings is the dichroic glass earring. Dichroic glass is beautiful multi colored glass created by applying metal oxides such as titanium, silicon and magnesium to glass under extremely high temperatures. The result is glass that is fused with streaks of brilliant color. The dichroic glass earring can be found at many craft fairs because they are one of a kind works of art. Due to their popularity, some retail outlets are also beginning to carry this type of earring.