Pearl hoop earrings: the modern way to wear pearls

In this guide

This guide uses the Pearl Exaggerated Hoop Earrings from our shop as its example. Everything said about the piece itself comes from its listing.

Why pearl hoops are the modern way to wear pearls, how to style them, and how to choose the right size.

Pearls, updated

For a long time pearls meant one thing: a strand and small studs for formal occasions. Pearl hoops changed that. Combining the softness of a pearl with the easy, modern shape of a hoop, they look at home with a T-shirt and denim as well as with a dress. They are one of the simplest ways to make pearls feel fresh and personal.

Choosing a size

Small pearl huggies sit close to the ear and are easy to wear every day and to sleep in comfortably. Medium hoops with a few pearls are noticeable without being loud. Large or exaggerated pearl hoops are a statement: wear them with your hair up or tucked back and keep other jewellery quiet.

How to style them

Pair pearl hoops with clean, simple clothes: a crisp shirt, a fine knit, a slip dress or a tailored blazer. They balance well with a gold or silver chain necklace and look lovely with a single pearl pendant if you want to repeat the pearl. Avoid wearing them with chunky necklaces, which compete for attention.

About the Pearl Exaggerated Hoop Earrings

The Pearl Exaggerated Hoop Earrings is a pair of earrings with pearls and a bold, statement size. They add a finished touch to a plain outfit without taking it over.

• Design: pearls and a bold, statement size.
• Material: Metal alloy.
• What arrives: One pair of earrings.

See the Pearl Exaggerated Hoop Earrings →

Styling any earrings like this

Earrings frame the face, so they do the most work for the least effort. Hair down softens them, hair up makes them the focus. When your earrings are the statement, keep your necklace fine or leave it off.

Think about scale too: small, close-fitting earrings suit busy days, glasses and headphones; drops and larger shapes come into their own when your hair is up and your neckline is open. With several piercings, put the most detailed pair in the first hole and keep the others plain, so the look stays balanced.

Choosing earrings that suit you

When choosing earrings, look at the fastening (studs, hoops, hooks or clip-ons), the size, and the weight. Lighter earrings are more comfortable for long days; heavier statement pieces are best for evenings.

What to wear it with

Pieces from the shop in the same tone that complete the look: - Belt Bracelet in 925 Sterling Silver: bracelet, $21.00. - Pearl Zircon Necklace & Earrings Set: set, $20.00. - Love Vintage Shell Pendant Necklace: necklace, $18.00.

Wearing it all year

Through the year: in summer, lighter earrings are more comfortable in the heat and look fresh with hair tied up. In winter, earrings are often the one piece that shows between a scarf and a hat, so it is the season to wear the pair you love most; just take care pulling jumpers on and off.

Caring for plated and alloy jewellery

Plated and alloy pieces last longest when they stay dry. Put them on after perfume, lotion and hairspray, take them off before showering, swimming and the gym, wipe them with a soft dry cloth and store each one in its own pouch so the finish isn't scratched. The listing adds: Wipe gently after wearing, keep them dry and away from perfume, and store the pair in its pouch.

As a gift

Earrings are a safe, thoughtful gift: no size to guess and they suit every style. Check the delivery dates on the product page before you order if you are buying for a date, and add a short handwritten note: it turns a pretty piece into a message.

Buying from Liravelle

The product page lists what the piece is made of, what arrives and the delivery dates before you order, and the confirmation email repeats them. Free US delivery over $50. 30-day returns. Tracked delivery.