Studs, Huggies or Drops? How to Choose Diamond Earrings
If you are buying your first piece of diamond jewellery, earrings are a wonderful place to start. They suit every face shape, go with everything, and catch the light every time you turn your head.
Solitaire studs
A single diamond in a simple setting. Studs are the definition of everyday luxury, from the office to evenings out. Four-prong settings show more of the stone, while bezels give a sleek, secure finish.
Cluster and halo studs
Several smaller diamonds arranged into a flower, crown or halo create a bigger, brighter look than a single stone of the same total weight. Florals in the Flora collection are a good example.
Huggies
Small hoops that sit close to the ear. They are comfortable, secure and easy to stack with studs. The Flora Clover Huggies pair a diamond cluster with a hoop lined in stones.
Drops
A diamond that moves catches more light. Drops feel more occasion-ready while staying wearable. The Solis Oval Halo Drops are a modern take on a classic.
Understanding carat weight
On earrings, the carat weight we list is the total across the pair. A pair listed at 1 ct total has roughly half a carat per ear. Cluster designs spread that weight across several stones, so they can look larger than a single stone of the same weight.
Our tip
Start with a classic you will wear every day, then add huggies or a drop for a second piercing or special occasions.
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