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Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Glow Demi Dome Hoop Semi Circle Clip Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980 Unisex Large Glow Demi Dome Hoop Semi Circle Elegant Modernist Clip
Category
1890s German Art Deco Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980 Large Glow Demi Dome Hoop Semi Circle Clip Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Glow Demi Dome Hoop Semi Circle Modenrist Clip Earrings, Gold
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1890s German Art Nouveau Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage Large Circle Hoop Glow Demi Semi Dome Clip Gold Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Large Circle Hoop Glow Demi Semi Dome Elegant Modernist Clip
Category
1890s German Art Deco Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Demi Hoop Semi Circle Glow Dome Clip Gold Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Demi Hoop Semi Circle Glow Dome Monderist Clip Earrings, Gold Tone
Category
1890s German Art Deco Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Exceptional Long Victorian Cut Steel Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Rare Victorian Cut Steel Earrings in graduated hoop motifs with fringed edges. Exceptional quality
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1860s French Early Victorian Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Cut Steel
pair of Italian 19th century Gouache and Giltwood paintings
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
adorned with hoop earrings and bracelets with her hair tied back by a rose colored band and playing the
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Giltwood, Paint
19th Century French Framed Miniature Portrait, Buxom Woman in Blue Bonnet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
sheer, ruffled high neckline, reflecting the period. She wears a gold hoop earring.
The black wood
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Early 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Natural Fiber
Vintage 14 Karat Gold Art Nouveau Enamel Portrait Mesh Bracelet with Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
background with the profile of young woman embellished with natural diamonds in her hair and on her hoop
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1890s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Neoclassical Female Portrait. Chemise à la reine and Shawl. Germany, ca 1790
Located in Firenze, IT
side curls and gold hoop earrings reflect the cultivated taste of the period.
The painting shows clear
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Late 18th Century Old Masters Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
19th Century French Bronze Lamp of Male Indian Figure
By A. Toussaint - G. Chaudoir
Located in London, GB
and a pendant hooped earring. Signed to the plinth 'A.Tossaint 1850', and the foundry, 'Graux-Marly
Category
19th Century French Anglo-Indian Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Bronze
Carl (Karl) Everton Moon (American, 1878-1948) Portrait of Hostin Nez. (Navajo)
By Carl Moon
Located in Los Angeles, CA
shirt, bead necklace, hoop earrings and headband, within its original walnut frame, behind glass. Circa
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Early 20th Century American Navajo Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Linen, Glass, Walnut, Paper
$14,950 Sale Price
64% Off
Pair of framed engravings of elegant women - fashion
hairstyle - 18th - France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
by a jewel in front, is placed around the hat. The woman wears hoop earrings.
The second engraving
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18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Paper
Pair of French Silvered Bronze Busts of the Indian Warrior and His Maiden
Located in New York, NY
equally captivating, featuring swept-back hair with a single braid, large hoop earrings, and a striking
Category
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Bronze
Oriental Girl
German KPM Porcelain Plaque
By KPM Porcelain
Located in London, GB
hair bound up in the Orientalist fashion, wears an armband as well as hoop earrings. The interior in
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Early 20th Century German Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Giltwood, Porcelain
Faces of Santa Cristina: Portraits from the Age of Discovery, Engravings of 1785
Located in Langweer, NL
, the woman has curly hair, large hoop earrings, and a necklace. Her attire is also striped, similar to
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1780s Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Paper
$172 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Nouveau French 18k Ruby
Diamond Repousse Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
a celestial goddess, is shown to be wearing large hoop earrings and a lovely crown. Her wavy hair is
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1910s Art Nouveau Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Cameo of Chief Billy Bowlegs
Located in New Orleans, LA
headdress and large hoop earring. Intricately carved from a stunning specimen of labradorite, the cameo
Category
Mid-19th Century American Anglo-Indian Antique Hoop Earrings
$34,500
Vintage 18k Gold Carved Shell Cameo Pendant
Located in New York, NY
necklace, and hoop earrings. My favorite detail is how the curls at her hairline are emphasized. Cameos are
Category
Early 20th Century Romantic Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
18k Gold
Traditional Head Dresses of Dieppe, France – Costume Study, 1823
Located in Langweer, NL
ceremonial dress. The woman wears a gold hoop earring and a striped shawl, emphasizing her social and
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1820s Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Paper
Traditional Headwear from Assisi, Naples, Viterbo, and Beyond – 1823 Print
Located in Langweer, NL
tucked near her ear and golden hoop earrings adding warmth. Center top, the figure from Near Naples is
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1820s Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Paper
Diversity of Tanna: Portraits of a Man and Woman from Vanuatu’s Isle, ca.1785
Located in Langweer, NL
hoop earrings, and her clothing drapes softly over her shoulders, indicating a level of adornment and
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1780s Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Paper
$210 Sale Price
20% Off
Egyptian Dress, Jewelry
Camel Transport – Antique Print of Egypt, 18th c.
Located in Langweer, NL
anklets, hoop earrings, seal rings, and amulets, each meticulously rendered. These artifacts represent
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Late 18th Century Dutch Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Paper
Not-Chi-Mi-Ne, An ioway Chief: Original Hand-colored McKenney
Hall Lithograph
By McKenney
Hall
Located in Alamo, CA
wearing a feathered multi-colored head band, ornamental hoop earrings, a necklace, a presidential peace
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Mid-19th Century Naturalistic Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Lithograph
Gerlach
s Allegorien, plate #66: "Tragedy" Lithograph, Gustav Klimt.
By Gustav Klimt
Located in Palm Beach, FL
wrist, her gold choker necklace and hoop earrings emphasize artifice and adornment. Tragedy means
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1890s Vienna Secession Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Lithograph
Portrait of a girl, possibly Dorothy Bigg (née Wither) (1661-1717), c. 1674
By Gerard Soest
Located in Henley-on-Thames, England
stones and pearls around her upper sleeve, and a large teardrop pearl hangs from a gold hoop earring. The
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1670s Old Masters Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Oil
A pair of early 20th century diamond-set hoop drop earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of early 20th-century diamond-set hoop drop earrings, each earring consisting a graduated
Category
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Edwardian Lampwork Glass Long Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Delicate Edwardian lampwork glass, Secessionist style, long dangle earrings of 3 concentric black
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Early 1900s Czech Jugendstil Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Enamel
Victorian Pinchbeck Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
C.1860-1870. A superb pair of Victorian Pinchbeck hoop earrings. With granulation and wirework
Category
1860s British Victorian Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Pinchbeck
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings
Weight: 10.7 grams
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier Panthere Emerald 18K Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pair of large 18k gold Panthere hoop earrings by Cartier, with emerald eyes and onyx nose. Earrings
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Emerald, Yellow Gold
Antique Afghani SIlver Hoop Earrings
Located in Arcata, CA
These unique, one of a kind earrings are from our "Tribal Chic" collection. This antique silver
Category
Early 20th Century Afghan Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Silver
Victoria Strigini: Ancient Roman Intaglio Hoop Earrings in Jasper and 18k Gold
Located in New York, NY
Victoria Strigini (b. 1991)
A striking pair of contemporary 18k yellow gold hoop earrings, with a
Category
15th Century and Earlier English Classical Roman Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Jasper, 18k Gold
Victorian French Poissardes Hoop Earrings in Gold
Paste
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare 18kt rose gold antique Poissardes earrings (hallmark: eagle's head and head of ram) adorned
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Gold
Early 20th Century Indian Kan Kari Gold Hoop Earrings
Located in s-Hertogenbosch, NL
A pair of gold earrings, KAN KARI, India, Gujarat, Kutch, early 20th Century
These earrings
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Early 20th Century Indian Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
22k Gold
1.00 Carat Certified Round Diamond Hoop Earring 14 Karat Gold
By Collective Brilliant
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Make a statement with this stunning piece of jewelry. Each certified diamond is carefully set. All high quality and ethically sourced diamonds are IGI Certified.
Cttw : 1.03 cttw
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19th Century Indian Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold
1/3 Carat Certified Round Diamond Hoop Earring 18 Karat Gold
By Collective Brilliant
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Make a statement with this stunning piece of jewelry. Each certified diamond is carefully set. All high quality and ethically sourced diamonds are IGI Certified.
Cttw : 0.30 cttw
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19th Century Indian Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
1/4 Carat VS Certified Round Diamond Hoop Earring 14 Karat Gold
By Collective Brilliant
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Make a statement with this stunning piece of jewelry. Each certified diamond is carefully set. All high quality and ethically sourced diamonds are IGI Certified.
Cttw : 0.26 cttw
Kt ...
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19th Century Indian Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold
1/3 Carat Certified Round Diamond Bezel Hoop Earring 18 Karat Gold
By Collective Brilliant
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Make a statement with this stunning piece of jewelry. Each certified diamond is carefully set. All high quality and ethically sourced diamonds are IGI Certified.
Cttw : 0.29 cttw
Kt ...
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19th Century Indian Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold
1/4 Carat VS Certified Round Diamond Hoop Earring 14 Karat Gold
By Collective Brilliant
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Make a statement with this stunning piece of jewelry. Each certified diamond is carefully set. All high quality and ethically sourced diamonds are IGI Certified.
Cttw : 0.24 cttw
Kt ...
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19th Century Indian Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Victoria Strigini: Ancient Roman Intaglio Earrings in 18k Gold and Carnelian
Located in New York, NY
Victoria Strigini (b. 1991)
An arresting pair of contemporary 18k yellow gold hoop earrings, with
Category
15th Century and Earlier English Classical Roman Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Early Pueblo Stamped Silver Hoop Earrings, circa 1890
Located in Santa Fe, NM
An extremely rare example of early Pueblo silver work, these earrings were made by filing and
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Late 19th Century American Native American Antique Hoop Earrings
Long Victorian Earrings
Located in London, GB
Victorian drop earrings in 15ct Gold set with cabochon Garnets
Category
1870s British Victorian Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Garnet, 15k Gold
$2,419
3 Carats Antique Diamonds Earrings
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
One lovely pair of antique diamonds earrings, European made circa 1900. Made in gold and silver
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Early 1900s Italian Belle Époque Antique Hoop Earrings
David Webb Black Enamel and Diamond Earrings
By David Webb
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
An iconic pair of black enamel coated 18 karat yellow gold and platinum drop hoop earrings with
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Old Earrings, Sleepers Poissardes In Gold And Rhinetones
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Poissardes earrings in 18kt yellow gold (eagle's head hallmark), decorated with rhinestones
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Early 19th Century French Georgian Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Gold
Dimos 22k Gold Ancient Greek God of Love "Eros" Earrings
Located in Athens, GR
EROS (God of love) earrings. Majestic pair of earrings set in 22 karats gold inspired of the
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
22k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Diamond, Onyx and Yellow Sapphire Earring
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold Diamond, Onyx and Yellow Sapphire Earrings
Sapphire: orangey-yellow color
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Antique 15 Carat Yellow Gold "Blood OF Christ" Drop Earrings
Located in Splitter
s Creek, NSW
Fashioned in Portugal during the last Century these rather famous Blood Of Christ Earrings centre
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Early 20th Century Portuguese Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gurhan One of a Kind Black Diamond Earrings in 24 Karat Yellow Gold
By Gurhan
Located in Jackson, WY
pure gold, each jewel illuminates the golden warmth of the feminine spirit.
These earrings feature a
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Early 1800s Turkish Byzantine Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Black Diamond, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Pique Drop Earrings Tortoiseshell Mother-of-Pearl Crescent Moon Hoops
Located in London, GB
These beautiful, rare antique piqué work earrings are stylish and wearable. The mother of pearl
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Late 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Antique Hoop Earrings
Byzantine Gold Matching Pair of Earrings
Located in London, GB
A matched pair of Byzantine gold hoop earrings with a hook and eye closure. These exquisite
Category
15th Century and Earlier Medieval Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Gold
Beautiful Antique 18k Yellow Gold Floral Filigree Earrings
Located in Versailles, FR
little hoop, making the earrings movable with your body. The earrings are converted from a 19th century
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Yellow Gold
Georgian 15ct Rose Gold Green Paste Rivière Necklace Pendant Earring Set 1700
s
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
very good condition with natural wear to the rear.
The Earrings have new hoops fitted in 18ct gold.
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Hoop Earrings
Pair of Native American Indian Sculptures signed-Jean Jules Salmson circa 1860
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
(1823-1902.) A beautiful female in South American costume with headdress, large hoop gold earrings
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19th Century French Native American Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Other
Ancient Egyptian Faience Bes Amulet Pendant with Garnet, Carnelian, 20k Gold
Located in Bloomington, IN
providing Bes with gold earrings, tapered hoops with a grain attached at the bottom. Bes is a dwarf which
Category
15th Century and Earlier American Artist Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Carnelian, Garnet, Gold
Antique Paste Hoop Earrings
Located in Baltimore, MD
Paste "diamond" hoop earrings set in silver are described as poissarde, french for fishwife. These
Category
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Pique Hoop Earrings
Located in Baltimore, MD
Dramatic pique double hoop earrings with a geometric design topped with a floral and leaf motif
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Hoop Earrings
Materials
Sterling Silver, 9k Gold
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Antique Hoop Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of antique hoop earrings for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century, has proven very popular over the years. Victorian and Art Deco are consistently popular styles when it comes to antique hoop earrings. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Coomi, Chanel and AnaKatarina are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of Diamond versions from the 32 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A selection of round cut, old european cut and brilliant cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of antique hoop earrings, as most of the options available are for women.
How Much are Antique Hoop Earrings?
Prices for antique hoop earrings start at $132 and top out at $20,395 with these earrings, on average, selling for $2,042.
Finding the Right Earrings for You
In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.
Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.
Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.
While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.
Questions About Antique Hoop Earrings
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023How thick hoop earrings should be depends on your personal preferences. Thickness will impact how hoops feel and look. Many people find small, thick huggie hoop earrings to be comfortable and versatile enough for everyday wear. Large, thick hoops are often reserved for nights out or special occasions, as their size can make them heavy. If you're looking for infinity hoops that are free of posts and wires, consider the diameter of your piercing when comparing thicknesses. Because these earrings slide through the ear, the thickest ones may not fit some piercings. Shop a diverse assortment of hoop earrings on 1stDibs.
- Are hoop earrings outdated?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023No, hoop earrings are not outdated. In fact, it is almost impossible to overstate how popular hoop earrings are today. They are routinely seen adorning the ears of high-profile women, ranging from Michelle Obama and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to Jennifer Lopez and Cardi B. For the Spring 2019 collections, statement hoops showed up in the runway shows of Valentino, Sonia Rykiel and Loewe, among many others. Find hoop earrings on 1stDibs.
- What are C hoop earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023C hoop earrings are hoops with a specific design. Unlike circular hoops, they have a distinctive C shape. At the top of the C is usually a post that slips into your ear piercing and is secured by a backing. The bottom end of the C usually hits behind or below the ear, depending on the size of the earrings. Shop a large collection of hoop earrings on 1stDibs.
- What are Creole hoop earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Creole hoop earrings are round earrings with a certain design. Their name comes from the tradition of their wear by women of African descent in the Caribbean and New Orleans, giving them another name: New Orleans hoops. Unlike other hoops that are of uniform thickness from end to end, Creole hoops vary in thickness. Most are thinner at the ends and thickest along the bottom part that hangs below the ear. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Creole hoop earrings.
- Are hoop earrings out of style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023Hoop earrings are unlikely to ever be out of style. Even though trends frequently change, hoops have been popular for centuries, and for good reason, because they are stunning and easy to wear. From season to season, some variation of hoop earrings is usually trending, and the classic simple round hoop in a silver or gold tone is a timeless look. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of hoop earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023Hoop earrings are attractive for a number of reasons. First, they create a flattering frame for the face. Depending on their shape and size, they can draw attention to key features like the jawline, cheekbones or eyes. Hoop earrings also produce subtle, graceful movements that don't distract attention from the face the way some dangle earrings can. Plus, hoop earrings can coordinate with a wide range of attire, from jeans to little black dresses to formal wear. Find a wide variety of hoop earrings on 1stDibs.
- What do hoop earrings symbolize?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023What hoop earrings symbolize is open to interpretation. Due to their shape, some people associate hoops with eternity, unity or balance. To others, they represent prestige, wealth or power. It's also possible to wear hoop earrings without assigning any special symbolic meaning to them. Explore a wide range of hoop earrings on 1stDibs.
- What is a huggie hoop earring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023A huggie hoop earring is a hoop earring that is so small that it touches the bottom of the ear lobe. As a result, the earring looks like it's hugging the ear. Usually, huggie earrings are thick and have either a lever or hinged closure. Find a variety of huggie hoop earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023An infinity hoop earring is a circular earring made of a hollow wire tube. One end of the earring slips into the tube, so once the hoops are in place, you can't see the closure. Some people also refer to this type of earring as an infinite hoop or endless hoop. Shop a variety of hoop earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023Whether you can sleep with gold hoop earrings on largely depends on personal preference and the size of the earrings. Smaller huggies and sleeper-style hoops may not get in the way of sleep. However, larger styles are more likely to get caught on your pillow, bedding, hair or clothing during the night. Generally, it's a good idea to remove your earrings before going to bed. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of hoop earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023Whether you can put charms on hoop earrings depends on their design. If you like the idea of customizing your hoops with charms, look for hoops intended specifically for this purpose. With other hoops, the thickness of the metal and the type of clasp will determine whether or not you can add charms. Explore a large selection of hoop earrings on 1stDibs.
- What do gold hoop earrings mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023What gold hoop earrings mean is a matter of personal interpretation. In ancient Greece and Rome, gold hoops were a symbol of wealth and power. They were also a status symbol in ancient Egypt, where the warm color of the metal and the circular shape represented the sun god Ra. Today, many people don't assign any symbolic meaning to the earrings and instead wear gold hoops because they like their appearance. On 1stDibs, find a selection of gold hoop earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023The biggest hoop earring size varies from maker to maker. Some cut off sizing at 40 millimeters, which is about the size of a ping pong ball. Others offer hoops up to 50 millimeters (golf ball-sized), 60 millimeters (billiard ball-sized) or 70 millimeters (baseball-sized). On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of hoop earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The average or standard size for hoop earrings is 20 to 30 millimeters. At 20 millimeters, hoops are roughly the size of a penny, while 25-millimeter hoops compare to a quarter. Half dollars are around the same size as 30-millimeter hoop earrings. Shop a diverse assortment of hoop earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The difference between huggie and hoop earrings comes down to the specificity of the terms. A hoop earring is any earring that hangs below the ear and consists of metal or other material formed in a shape with an open middle. Hoops are often round, but they come in other shapes like squares and ovals, as well as in a wide range of diameter sizes and thicknesses. Huggie earrings are thick hoops that are so small that they appear to hug the earlobe. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of hoop earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023The difference between Creole and hoop earrings comes down to the specificity of the terms. Hoop earrings are any earrings that form a loop from the ear. They come in a variety of thicknesses, sizes and shapes. Creole earrings are hoop earrings that vary in thickness. Usually, they are slimmest close to the ear and wider at the bottom of the loop. Their name comes from the tradition of their wear by women of African descent in the Caribbean and New Orleans, giving them another name: New Orleans hoops. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of hoop earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023What you call small hoop earrings depends on their style. Hoops so small that they touch the earlobe are known as huggie earrings or huggies because they look like they are hugging the lobes. Slightly larger small hoops that leave space between the metal and the earlobe may be referred to as sleeper or sleeper-style earrings. Explore a variety of hoop earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023The best thickness for hoop earrings depends on personal preference. Keep in mind that the diameter or width of the earrings will determine how they look when worn. Generally, thinner hoop earrings are subtler, while thicker ones make a bolder statement. In addition, thickness can affect the weight and how easily the earring fits into piercings. Shop a large selection of hoop earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023The most popular hoop earring size can change from season to season, depending on trends. Hoops are always chic, but the small sizes are more versatile, making huggies the ideal jewelry for a day that has you dashing between yoga class, business meetings and a much-needed night out. "Hugging" the earlobes so they won't get tangled in your hair or catch on clothing, they make any outfit you wear feel put together. Explore a variety of hoop earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, diamond hoop earrings can be in style. The choice to wear diamond hoop earrings is really a matter of personal preference.
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