From young girls and teenagers to young adults and older women, hoop earrings are classic pieces of jewelry for people of all ages. Although the basic design of these earrings is the same, hoops are available in a variety of sizes and styles. Because of this wide array, choosing the right hoops for your ears can be a bit overwhelming. If you are shopping for the right pair of hoop earrings that will stand the test of time, here are a few things to consider as you buy jewelry.
Metal Matters
Many people have an allergy to certain types of metal. While surprising to hear, 9 times out of 10, nickel or brass will turn sensitive skin green or yellow. Therefore, choosing the right metal for your earrings is imperative whether you have sensitive skin or an actual metal allergy that has been diagnosed by a doctor.
Make sure to avoid any earrings that contain even traces of nickel or brass if you have sensitive skin or an allergy. Palladium is a great option because it is a hypo-allergenic metal that has style and durability similar to that of platinum.
Of course, you may think gold hoops are safe, since most people do not have any allergy or sensitivity to gold. However, the actual posts and clasps used on gold earrings may contain traces of nickel or brass. Since the posts and clasps will still contact the skin of your ears, the gold hoops may not be as safe as you think.
Sized Right
Once you choose a metal that works for your style, health, and budget, you will need to select a size of hoop. The diameter of the hoop and the width of the metal are all important factors to consider.
Most sizes of hoop earrings are labeled in millimeters. If buying online, you can compare the millimeters to the millimeters of different coins, such as pennies, dimes, nickels, and quarters. Larger hoop earrings can be compared to the millimeters of a half dollar, which is 30.61 millimeters.
The weight can also affect how comfortable your hoop earrings are. If the hoops are too heavy, they may pull on your earlobes, making them feel and look uncomfortable.
If shopping in an actual store, ask if you can try on the earrings to determine if they are the right size and weight for you and your lifestyle.
Buying hoop earrings is a great investment because these earrings will never go out of style. With these tips, you will be able to choose the right type of hoops.
