{"id":6276,"date":"2020-06-15T19:27:53","date_gmt":"2020-06-15T19:27:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/?p=6276"},"modified":"2025-03-07T16:26:09","modified_gmt":"2025-03-07T16:26:09","slug":"types-of-earrings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/types-of-earrings\/","title":{"rendered":"Getting to Know the Different Types of Earrings &#038; Earring Backs"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 4<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>\n[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;-46px|auto||auto||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<p>Whether it\u2019s simple studs or dramatic dangles, earrings are the quintessential no-fuss piece of jewelry, helping you look put together but not overdone. From more modern earring styles like ear cuffs and threaders to classic earrings like diamond studs and gold hoops, we\u2019ve got you covered with the basics on all the different types of earrings and earring backs.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221;][et_pb_column _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; type=&#8221;4_4&#8243;][et_pb_divider _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; color=&#8221;#D6D6D6&#8243; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;-17px|auto||auto||&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; header_2_font_size=&#8221;28px&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<h2>Earring Types<\/h2>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;2_5,3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/yellow-gold-diamond-earrings.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;yellow gold princess cut diamond stud earrings&#8221; title_text=&#8221;yellow-gold-diamond-earrings&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; width=&#8221;70%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;28px&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<h3>Stud Earrings<\/h3>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/earrings?jewelry_style=Stud\" class=\"_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Stud earrings<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> sit snuggly on top of the ear lobe without dropping downward, looping backward or climbing upward. Typically featuring a simple design, studs are comfortable to wear and look great with any outfit. <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/diamond-stud-earrings\" class=\"_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Diamond studs<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> are a jewelry box staple and one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/our-most-popular-jewelry-gifts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">most poopular<\/a> styles of earrings. Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/diamond-studs-101\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">diamond stud earring size guide<\/a> to figure out the perfect fit for your ears.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;2_5,3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/pearl-drop-earrings.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;pearl drop earrings&#8221; title_text=&#8221;pearl-drop-earrings&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; width=&#8221;70%&#8221; max_width=&#8221;90%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;28px&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h3>Drop Earrings<\/h3>\n<p>If you want an earring that&#8217;s still simple but has a little bit of length to it, a delicate drop earring might be just what you are looking for. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/earrings?jewelry_style=Dangle+%26+Drop\">Drop earrings<\/a> hang down below the earlobe and are typically stationary, almost like an extended stud earring.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;2_5,3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/diamond-cluster-earrings-3DIEW2741C-e1592242564815.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;diamond cluster earrings&#8221; title_text=&#8221;diamond-cluster-earrings-3DIEW2741C&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; width=&#8221;70%&#8221; max_width=&#8221;90%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;28px&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<h3>Cluster Earrings<\/h3>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/earrings?jewelry_style=Cluster\" class=\"_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Cluster earrings<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0sit tightly on top of the earlobe and are comprised of several stones or gems grouped together to create a cluster. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/cluster-earrings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">These decorative earrings<\/a> can come in the form of a stud or have a slight drop.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;2_5,3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/tassel-earrings-3DIEZ0943.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;tassel earrings&#8221; title_text=&#8221;tassel-earrings-3DIEZ0943&#8243; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.2&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;28px&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<h3>Dangle Earrings<\/h3>\n<p>Similar to the drop earring, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/earrings?jewelry_style=Dangle+%26+Drop\">dangle earrings<\/a> also hang down below the earlobe. Dangle earrings typically feature a more intricate design and have more movement to them than a standard drop earring.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;2_5,3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/white-gold-hoop-earrings-4HOOP1691A-e1591287825154.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;white gold hoop earrings&#8221; title_text=&#8221;white-gold-hoop-earrings-4HOOP1691A&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;28px&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<h3>Hoop Earrings<\/h3>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/earrings?jewelry_style=Hoop\" class=\"_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Hoop earrings<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0are shaped like hoops and loop from the front of the earlobe to the back. While most hoop earrings are round, they can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/different-types-hoop-earrings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">come in varying shapes<\/a> like triangles, squares, and ovals, and range in size from small to large. Smaller hoops create an understated look while larger hoop earrings provide for a more dramatic effect. Discover which hoop size is right for you from our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/hoop-earring-sizes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hoop earring size chart<\/a>. For a glamorous look, opt for a pair of <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/earrings?jewelry_style=Hoop&amp;primary_gem=Diamond\" class=\"_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">diamond hoops<\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;2_5,3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/huggie-hoop-earrings-4HOOP1419A-e1591287770336.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;gold huggie earrings&#8221; title_text=&#8221;huggie-hoop-earrings-4HOOP1419A&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;28px&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<h3>Huggie Earrings<\/h3>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/product-search?Search=huggie+earrings\" class=\"_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Huggie earrings<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0hug the earlobe, wrapping snuggly around it. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/what-are-huggie-earrings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">These mini hoops<\/a> are ideal for those that want the look of a hoop earring without the risk of them catching or snagging. Get ideas for how to wear huggies <a href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/what-are-huggie-earrings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;2_5,3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/chandelier-earrings-ADIAE0726A-e1591287714614.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;chandelier earrings&#8221; title_text=&#8221;chandelier-earrings-ADIAE0726A&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;28px&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<h3>Chandelier Earrings<\/h3>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/product-search?Search=chandelier+earring\" class=\"_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Chandelier earrings<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> are a type of dangle earring with a shape that resembles an ornate crystal chandelier. Chandelier earrings exude elegance and femininity and are thought to be the most luxurious of all the earring styles, showcased at many red carpet events.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;2_5,3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/threader-earrings-3DIEZ1001-e1592323171311.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;threader earrings&#8221; title_text=&#8221;threader-earrings-3DIEZ1001&#8243; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; width=&#8221;80%&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;28px&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<h3>Threader Earrings<\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Featuring a more modern, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/quiet-luxury-style\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">minimalist style<\/a>,\u00a0<\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/earrings?jewelry_style=Threader\" class=\"_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">threader earrings<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0consist of a thin piece of metal that threads through the piercing and hangs on both sides of the earlobe.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;2_5,3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;2_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/ear-jackets-3PRLE1909-e1591287933240.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;ear jacket earrings&#8221; title_text=&#8221;ear-jackets-3PRLE1909&#8243; align=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;3_5&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; text_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;28px&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<h3>Jacket Earrings<\/h3>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borsheims.com\/product-search?Search=jacket+earrings\" class=\"_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Jacket earrings<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> consist of a latch or stone in the front that holds the earring in place while the main part of the earring sits behind the ear. This unique earring style is designed to hang down behind the earlobe, creating a fun and unique peek-a-boo effect. 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