Earrings

At Vallgatan 12, you’ll find a carefully curated selection of Earrings from established and contemporary brands, with styles ranging from discreet studs and classic hoops to drop earrings, ear cuffs, and more sculptural shapes. The selection includes different materials, sizes, and constructions that can be worn individually, as pairs, or combined with multiple earrings along the ear.

Earrings are primarily worn in pierced ears, but some styles are designed to be worn without piercings. Size, weight, and placement affect how an earring sits and feels when worn. Smaller studs sit close to the earlobe, while hoops and drop styles create more movement and can extend below the ear. Ear cuffs sit around the edge of the ear and are generally designed to attach without a piercing.

The most common styles include studs, hoops, huggies, drop earrings, hoops with charms, and ear cuffs. Studs typically consist of a decorative front and a post that passes through the ear and is secured at the back. Hoops are ring-shaped and range from small, close-fitting styles to larger proportions. Huggies are a compact type of hoop that sits close to the earlobe. Drop earrings may consist of chains, links, stones, or other elements that move freely from the attachment point.

An earring’s proportions and weight are important for its fit. Larger earrings are not necessarily heavy, as hollow constructions and lightweight materials can be used to create volume without a corresponding increase in weight. In heavier styles, both the position of the post and the size of the backing affect how the weight is distributed across the earlobe. For styles worn for longer periods, construction and weight are therefore just as relevant as the earring’s dimensions.

Metals such as gold and silver are common in the manufacture of Earrings. Sterling silver consists of at least 92.5 percent silver and is combined with other metals to increase the material’s hardness. Solid gold is available in different karat grades, where karat indicates the proportion of pure gold in the alloy. Brass, stainless steel, and other metal alloys are also used as base materials and may have different surface treatments and platings.

Gold-plated Earrings consist of a base material covered with a layer of gold. The thickness and manufacturing method of the coating vary and affect how the surface treatment changes with use. Gold vermeil is a type of gold plating in which sterling silver is used as the base, and the gold coating must meet specific requirements regarding thickness and gold content to be called vermeil. Rhodium is also used as a surface treatment, particularly on certain silver jewelry, to create an even surface and reduce direct oxidation of the metal beneath the coating.

Earrings may also contain precious stones, natural stones, pearls, glass, crystals, enamel, and other decorative materials. Natural stones and pearls may show variations in texture, shape, and surface, meaning that individual pieces are not always identical. The materials’ hardness and sensitivity to scratches, impacts, moisture, and chemicals vary and affect how the Earrings should be handled.

The construction differs between different types of Earrings. Stud earrings are usually secured with a backing, while hoops may use hinges, click closures, posts, or other locking mechanisms. Drop styles may be attached with posts, hooks, or chains that pass through the ear. Ear cuffs instead use their shape and opening to stay in place around the edge of the ear. Clasps and hinges are exposed to repeated movement and should be handled carefully to maintain their function.

Details such as set stones, pearls, charms, engravings, and sculpted elements affect the construction and appearance of Earrings. Stones may, for example, be secured with prongs, bezels, or other setting techniques. Polished, brushed, hammered, and textured surfaces are used to create different finishes, while combinations of chains, links, and loose charms can add movement.

Earrings transcend seasons and can be worn year-round. Smaller studs, huggies, and hoops work as recurring staples, while larger hoops, long earrings, and sculptural shapes create more pronounced proportions. Several smaller earrings and ear cuffs can be combined along the ear, while larger styles are often worn individually to give the shape and details room to stand out.

Proper care is important for preserving the surface, clasps, and any settings of Earrings. Earrings should generally be removed when showering, bathing, exercising, and coming into contact with cleaning products. Perfume, hair products, skincare, and cosmetics should be allowed to dry before putting on the Earrings, as moisture and chemicals can affect plated surfaces and sensitive materials in particular. Silver can oxidize and darken over time and should be cleaned with products suited to the material. Gold-plated and plated Earrings should be cleaned gently with a soft, dry cloth to reduce wear on the surface treatment. Earrings should be stored in a dry place and separately to reduce the risk of scratches, tangling, and damage to posts, charms, and settings.

Vallgatan 12’s selection of Earrings includes styles in which materials, proportions, and construction work together. From discreet studs and close-fitting huggies to classic hoops, ear cuffs, and sculptural drop styles, the selection offers Earrings in varying sizes, with different details and expressions.