Don’t let your earrings be an afterthought in your fashion ensemble! Dive into these creative and daring tips for mixing and matching your earrings.
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Earrings have been a staple accessory since ancient times when stones and plugs were used for ear piercings. Pirates even believed earrings could protect them from the sea and alleviate seasickness.
Fortunately, we no longer need to pierce our ears with stones and plugs. Today, a plethora of earring options are available to suit any outfit. However, this vast selection can sometimes make choosing difficult.
Mixing and matching earrings requires a dash of boldness. Once you start experimenting, you’ll likely never want to return to boring earrings.
Tips for Mixing and Matching Your Earrings
Understanding the science of color can be challenging. When choosing jewelry, you probably don’t consider the intricacies of color theory.
In moments of doubt, refer to the color wheel. Complimentary colors usually pair well together. However, when mixing and matching your earring styles, there are more factors to consider than just color.
Which styles suit you best? What look are you aiming for? Asking yourself these questions will guide you in your earring mixing journey.
The trending hashtag #earparty is essentially a celebration for your ears.
Earrings are no longer confined to the bottom lobe. Multiple piercings are very much in vogue.
If you don’t have multiple piercings, the boldest move you can make is to get some. Explore various cartilage piercings to find which ones appeal to you most.
The tragus is a popular choice that doesn’t draw much attention if you’re looking for a subtle start. Alternatively, enhance your look with an ear cuff if you prefer not to get actual piercings. You don’t need a pierced ear to wear it, and it adds to your ear party vibe.
Traditionally, you might think your earrings need to match perfectly on both sides. However, if you’re keen on mixing and matching, you are here to break the rules.
A fun way to wear asymmetrical earrings is to sport a stud on one ear and a drop earring on the other. You can either pair them as a set or choose two similar-looking earrings. This way, you’re embracing asymmetry.
Just ensure that your mismatched pair isn’t too mismatched. The earrings should complement each other and share at least one common element, making it appear intentional rather than a mistake.
If you are making a statement with your mixed earrings, keep your other jewelry pieces more understated. Avoid mixing and matching all your jewelry as it might make your entire outfit look cluttered.
Instead, stick to one or two additional pieces that match your mixed earrings.
Focus on one element and let your other jewelry enhance that element in your earrings. For example, if your earrings are green, then a green necklace or bracelet can complement them. If they have geometric shapes, maintain that theme with your other pieces.
Most earrings feature either silver or gold hardware, including backings, edges, or other parts. When aiming for a cohesive look, you might avoid mixing hardware colors.
But since you’re mixing things up, don’t stress over the hardware color. Combining gold and silver can create a striking look—even if it’s something you’d typically avoid.
With mismatched earrings becoming a trend, stores now sell earrings as singles. One ear becomes your statement ear while the other remains simple.
A large hoop on one side perfectly fits this trend, reminiscent of styles from the ’90s. Keep the hoop thin to avoid looking too mismatched; a stud on the other ear will balance the look and pair well with the hoop.
This trend aims to make your ears a statement piece without compromising your personal style. If you dislike breaking certain rules, stick to what feels right.
But, if a mismatched set of earrings calls your name and you love the look, go for it.
Another trend to explore is the ear chain. Typically, it cuffs to a part of your ear and attaches to a regular earring.
This way, you’ll sport a chain on one ear and your usual earrings on the other. It’s a safe, playful way to embrace the mismatched trend.
Mix and Match Your Style
Once you find the boldness to mix your earrings, you can apply it to the rest of your style.
Why stop at earrings? With confidence, you can mix and match and create outfits you never imagined wearing before, earning you numerous compliments. Let your mixinista side out and let your style shine.
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