Women's Earrings

Earring fashion trends are constantly evolving, but one thing's for sure, earrings themselves have been in fashion for thousands of years and will continue to be. Some current earring fashion trends and styles include:

1. Hoop earrings: Larger hoop earrings are particularly trendy
2. Stud earrings: The most popular earring type. Diamond and colorful gemstone earrings remain a trendy fashion accessory
3. Mismatched earrings: This is a newer trend that involves wearing two different types of earrings that compliment each other for a unique look.
4. Huggie earrings: These are small hoop earrings that sit very close to the earlobe.

Earrings are one of the oldest forms of body adornment or jewelry, dating back thousands of years in human civilization. The exact date of the origination of earrings is unknown, but they've been found in archaeological dig sites dating back to ancient times.

In ancient Egypt, earrings were popular among men and women, and made from a variety of metals and stones. The ancient Greeks also wore earrings in their culture.

Earrings were quite popular in ancient Rome where they were worn as a symbol of wealth and status. The Romans believed wearing earrings would bring good luck and protect from harm.

Earrings stay on your ear in a variety of ways, depending on the type and design of the earring.

For those with pierced ears, a post or hook is inserted through the piercing in your earlobe or cartilage. The post or hook is usually made of thin wire or metal and is intended to fit snugly into the piercing without causing discomfort. Post earrings will have some sort of earring back to keep them securely on the ear; screw backs and push backs are popular earring backings.

Clip-on earrings, on the other hand, are intended to be worn without the need for an ear piercing. They typically have a hinged back that can be opened and closed to fit the earlobe, and the pressure is applied to the earlobe.

Hoop earrings often have a small hinge or latch mechanism that allows them to open and close for easier insertion and removal.

Earrings make for an excellent gift on a variety of occassions from birthdays to anniversaries. Earrings are a timeless fashion accessory that can compliment just about any style or outfit with a wide variety of styles and designs.

As for what type of earrings to gift and when, it depends on a variety of factors such as your relationship with the recipient and their personal style preferences. For example, if buying for a loved one for the holidays or even an anniversary, it may be more proper to gift a pair of diamond or gemstone earrings.