Trend Sporting: Statement Earrings for Spring

I have a few weddings lined up this spring and summer and I am already thinking about what to wear. As a diehard necklace (and ring) fan, I am thinking of switching up my look and going for a pair of statement earrings with my hair pulled back. That's right, no necklace. Change is good.

Here are my favourite statement earrings from around the web. And don't think these beauties are solely for dressing up; they can just as easily be paired with a tee shirt and jeans for a laid back, California-cool look.

1. BaubleBar Isabella Drops 

2. Anthropologie Candied Earrings 

3. J. Crew Deco Arrowhead Earrings

4. BaubleBar Tictac Drops 

5. Anthropologie Chibae Earrings 

6. BaubleBar Milky Galactic Drops 

7. BaubleBar Jade Diamond Drops 

8. J. Crew Seaport Stone Earrings 

9. J. Crew Spiked Drop Earrings 

10. BaubleBar Pink Lady Tortoise 

11. J. Crew Crystal Symmetry Earrings 

12. J. Crew Tiny Flowers Earrings

Trend Spotting: Bar Earrings

I am admittedly not an earrings girl, but these simple bar studs have me reconsidering my stance.  These are edgy enough while being the perfect basic studs for an earring amateur like me.  I've rounded up the best bar studs below in a huge price range, so there is something for everyone. Now, which ones will I choose? Let me know your favorite in the comments below!

1. Very Thin Bar Studs, Zoe Chicco

2. Spiked Bar Studs, Zoe Chicco

3. Equilibrium Studs, Jennie Kwon Designs

4. Curved Bar Stud (single), Jennie Kwon Designs

5. Bar Stud Earrings, Shashi 

6. Bar Earrings, Boticca

7. Adina Reyter Tiny Bar Stud Earring, Urban Outfitters

8. Pave Bar Stud Earrings, Max & Chloe

9. Jennifer Meyer Bar Studs, Ylang23

10. 18k Gold Bar Diamond Stud Earrings, Jennifer Meyer Jewelry 

11. Bar Stud Earrings, Kristen Elspeth

12. Bar Earrings Gold, GRACE + SCARPER

13. 14K Tiny Pavé Bar Earrings, Vale

Do or Don't? Casual Sweatshirt with Fancy Earrings

Would you rock fancy rhinestone earrings with a totally casual sweatshirt? 

Vote in the comments below if you think this look is a 'Do' or a 'Don't'!

pc: Sincerely, Jules

Earrings: BaubleBar

Do or Don't: Faux Multiple Piercings

When all of my friends were getting 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th (...) holes punched in their ears in high school I was always too timid or unsure enough to commit another wee puncture. Now when I see people rocking numerous earrings and connecting their studs with chains and fun ear cuffs, I am at times a little jealous. My lobes go bare most days, so it's probably a good thing that I only got the one piercing, but a small part of me wishes I had the option to create a fun ear-stack. Has that term been used before? Ear stack? I like it.

When I saw this floating earring by Anita Ko, I wondered if this could be the solution to my fickle ear piecing woes. I could keep the one small hole in my lobe but get the effect of multiple piercings. Genius! Now if only we could do something about that price tag...

What do you think about the floating faux pierced look? Is it a do or a don't? Have you seen any more affordable alternatives that give the same look?

DIY Friday: Gold Shell Earrings

This DIY was too good not to share. These earrings look like something you could, would, and should buy in a store. We have the creative brains behind Honestly...WTF to thank for this DIY. Full instructions can be found over on their blog.

All photos from Honestly...WTF. For full instructions, head over there!

Do or Don't? Ball to Chain to Ear Cuff

I spotted the ear cuff trend back in September (here) and have been wondering if I have what it takes to pull it off since then.  Am I edgy enough? Can I find the perfect cuff? Just when I thought I was out, I spotted Emily from Cupcakes and Cashmere sporting a delicate chained version of the ear cuff I've been pondering for months. Now this is something I could pull off!  A fine chain connects a tiny stud earring to a wishbone-shaped ear cuff, delicately draping the ear, for a look that is more pretty than edgy.

But what do you think - is this look a "Do" or a "Don't"?

model pc: cupcakesandcashmere.com / Jacquie Aiche Ball Chain Ear Cuff, Shopbop

Emily's delicate version is sold out, but see alternatives here. 

'Tis the Season: Holiday Earrings

I am self-admittedly not an earrings kind of gal. On a day-to-day basic my lobes go bare, hidden under piles of wavy locks.  So really, what's the point? But one time I always jump at the chance to wear earrings is over the holidays. Whether it be a holiday work party, a Christmas party with friends, Christmas-Eve or New Years Eve, those are the times to go all out with a little ear sparkle.  Below are my top picks for festive earring for the holidays.    

 Will you be wearing sparkly, festive earrings this holiday season?

1. Emma Drop Earring Club Monaco $69.50
2. Kenneth Jay LaneWaterfall Earrings, Shopbop $169.00
3. Snowdrop Earrings, ASOS, $26.39
4. Sabrina Cluster Earring, Club Monaco $49.50
5. DANNIJO Alexis Earrings, Shopbop $392.00
6. Oval Drop Earrings, Juicy Couture, $39.99
7. Crystal and color statement earrings, Lulu Frost for J.Crew, $138.00

Trend Spotting: Ear Cuffs

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Last week Jason Wu had his models wearing18k gold ear cuffs, custom designed for his show at New York Fashion Week.  Could this be the start of something big? I've been starting to notice ear cuffs popping up on bloggers, models, and in magazines alike.

I say, if you like it, put a cuff on it.

1. Pack of 4 Mini Ear Cuffs, ASOS  
2. Maria Francesca Pepe Crystal Stud Ear Cuff, ASOS 
3. Multipack Of Fine Hoop Ear Cuffs, ASOS  
4. Feather Ear Cuff, Free People 
5. Bark ear cuff, Mr. Kate   
6. Ear cuff with Fringe, Free People

7. Pack of Two Lower Ear Cuff, ASOS

8. Just Acces Triple Ear Cuff Set, ASOS

9. ASOS Pack of Four Ear Cuffs, ASOS 

10. Mania Mania Telepathic Ear Cuff, Shopbop

11. Pack of Three Mismatch Ear Cuffs, ASOS

12. Maria Francesca Pepe Stud Ear Cuff, ASOS

Do or Don't: Beyond Dangly Earrings

Confession: Pretty Little Liars is my guilty pleasure.  As I watched this week (as I do every week) I couldn't help but notice Ashley Benson's character, Hanna, foot-long chain earrings. These earrings dangled past the jaw line, past her chin, and kept going past her shoulders. Talk about statement earrings! I usually have bare lobes unless I am dressing up for a night out, so these really stood out to me. What do you think about this long chain "duster" trend, is it a Do or Don't?

Arden B earrings

If you're into the look, here are some super long earrings to choose from!

1. Boticca, Warrior Helmet Earrings - Long
2. ASOS, Tassel Drop Earrings
3. H&M, Earrings with Long Chains
4. Max & Chloe, Long chain earrings
5. Cara Couture, 'Tribal' Chain Fringe Statement Earrings
6. MALENE BIRGER, Oreck Earrings
7. endless, Chain Shoulder Duster
8. Mrs H, Silk Tassel Earrings
9. Jules Smith, Cairo Pyramid Earrings with Long Chain
10. Giles & Brother, Taki Long Silver Oxide & Hematite Earrings

Ps - Pretty Little Liars showcases has some pretty good fashion and accessories. I usually like Aria and Spencer's outfits the most. Do you watch the show? Which character do you relate most to?

Purple Progress

Well, this is a big step for me: I am wearing earrings! I have to be honest, I haven't worn earrings in a very long time. I used to love wearing silver hoops, fun studs, and the ever-popular chandelier earrings; but then for some reason, I just completely stopped.  Bare lobes have been my MO for about a year now but when Purple Paparazzi sent over these amethyst stunners I just had to give them a try.  I am not going to lie, I feel a little bit fancy! But in a good and polished and grown-up way. I think this is the beginning of a beautiful earring relationship.

Earrings: Purple Paparazzi, Shirt: Banana Republic (old), Jacket: Joe Fresh (kids), Jeans: American Eagle, Purse: Coach