Everything You Should Know About Hoop Earrings

What is  Hoop Earrings? 

 

Already from the name, you can easily understand that the earrings "Hoop" come from the ancient African tribes. Over the centuries and different eras, they have evolved in their form and design. Today, hoop earrings continue to hold a leading position among beautiful and concise silver products.

 

In Gemistone Jewelers stores, you can find the most various diameters. Craftsmen often make them empty so that the luxurious design of the jewelry does not burden the owner's ear once again.

 

The secret of such popularity of Hoop earrings is precisely in their shape, while their design has no limits or restrictions: patterns, engraving, color inserts, and stone inlay.

 

The History Of Hoop Earrings

 

They were popular among many peoples and nationalities. Both women and men tried them on with their clothes. Different cultures have given hoop earrings a variety of meanings. The ancient Assyrians and Egyptian peoples believed that only persons of high rank and position could wear such serious jewelry.

As the name of the piece of jewelry suggests, it was the Africans who fell in love with these earrings. They gave this shape its name - Hoop Earrings. These earrings are also called "Congo Earrings".

 

Oddly enough, but to our mainland, including Europe, hoop earrings came only in the 70s of the 20th century. It was the interest in African culture that inspired the Europeans to try something new in their images. Then, new manifestations of Congo earrings began to appear at designer fashion shows. From minimalist jewelry models to more designer and unique pieces.

 

More than a dozen years have passed since the disco era, but ring earrings remain at the peak of popularity among movie stars, show businesses, and other famous personalities of our time. They do not have anything superfluous, but at the same time, they successfully provide an accent to the image. The "originally from Africa" ​​jewelry can be easily combined with both an office suite and a sophisticated red carpet dress.

 

How to choose silver or gold Hoop Diamond Earrings for yourself?

 

As we mentioned earlier, hoop diamond earrings were popular at a time when the era of freedom and brightness comes to Europe - the 70s and 80s. At that time, it was not the precious metals of silver or gold. Hoop earrings were made of thick plastic or any other non-ferrous alloy.

 

Now among the current trends are noble and refined metals: gold or silver. If before you have never come across the choice of precious jewelry, hoop earrings, then we have some advice for you. How to properly approach the choice of "silver rings" and what, first of all, should be taken into account.

 

The color of the metal plays an important role in the correct setting of the image. Of course, silver hoop diamond earrings will suit anyone, but the best and unconditional option is a cold complexion. If you have a warm skin tone or even a slight tan, then it is better to pay attention to the design of silver earrings with some stones or details containing warm bright colors. This will help soften the look.

 

The size of the earrings is also quite important. After all, here you should be guided by where you put them on or for what purpose. Still, for work or a business meeting, hoop earrings of small diameter are better suited.

This will help to successfully emphasize the owner of the silver jewelry, and also not to add an image of too overloaded details. Already for more festive events: parties, family evenings, anniversaries, etc. You can add interesting patterns of silver earrings, decorations with stones, pendants, and the like.

 

Large diameter Congo earrings are good to use for summer because during this period a person does not have a lot of clothes. You can afford to wear massive silver jewelry that will give a spectacular summer dress or, for example, a linen suit. While in the cold season, we still advise you to choose something concise. It is important that when wearing hoop earrings in winter, you feel comfortable. Make sure that they are not affected by your sweater or scarf.

 

Silver jewelry model: there is something universal in this regard. Of course, one of the best options is minimalist Congo silver earrings with a diameter of 4-5 cm. They will be a good addition to anything, and also not interfere with the hostess in the process of wearing.

 

The Hoop Earrings has come to Many sizes:

The hoop earrings come in so many sizes. Such as small hoops, medium diamond hoops, large diamond hoops. We have various types of hoops earrings. Like, Bezel Set Diamond Hoops Earrings, Classic Inside-Out Round Diamond Hoops, Black Diamond Huggie Earrings, Huggie teardrop hoops, diamond solitaire small hoop earrings. 

 

Who suits Congo earrings or Hoop Diamond Earrings?

 

This model is particularly versatile. It cannot be frankly said that there are those people for whom such jewelry will not suit, but on the contrary, there are those for whom they will suit better.

 

But there are some nuances to which it will not be superfluous to pay attention. This will help you better understand all the features and choose exactly the pair of silver earrings that you will fall in love with once and for all.

 

Miniature Hoop earrings will suit any girl or woman, regardless of age and appearance. They always look succinctly and advantageously against the background of any image.

 

 

We recommend choosing hoop round earrings of medium diameter or the most for young ladies with expressive facial features. They are also perfect for owners of long "swan" necks. Such silver jewelry will only emphasize the advantages of its owners.

 

For girls with rounded face shapes, it is better to stay on small hoop diamond earrings models. It is the small size of the silver product that will help to "stand out from the crowd" in this way. Gemstone inserts will also look good here. Also, we have beautiful chunky small hoop earrings for men. 

 

The oval shape of the face "opens" almost all the possibilities in choosing silver hoop earrings. Any form is suitable here, regardless of the type and special preferences. But still, we advise you to take into account the age and the chosen style of clothing.

 

How to properly care for Silver Jewelry - Hoop Earrings

 

There are a few options here. The first of them is to prepare a light soapy solution and place the jewelry there for 10-15 minutes. After that, rinse the earrings thoroughly under water and wipe dry with a soft cloth or piece of suede.

 

There are many "folk options" that will return silver hoop earrings to their former appearance: toothpaste, soda, ammonia, and the like. But our Gemistone Jewelers store advises you to be careful with any of them. It is better to contact a professional workshop, where you will help and suggest how to further maintain the perfect look of your silver hoop earrings.

 

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