How To Choose Earrings

Due to the fact that they are close to the face, earrings must compliment one’s face shape. There are also several basic styles that can be worn from day to evening and are appropriate for a variety of clothing options and occasions. But how do you tell which earring type compliments your face?

First, identify your face shape to decide what style of earrings will compliment your face best. Consider what will enhance your good features. Take into consideration the cut and color of your hair, your skin tone, your body size and especially the clothes you’re wearing. 

BASIC SHAPES

Other Shapes

Round Face Shape

If your face is round then lean, long and angular curved lines will elongate and add a little angle to your face. You can wear drop earrings in dangles, ovals and oblongs. Square and rectangular earrings are also good options, as are angular earrings. It’s best to avoid small studs, hoops and chunky large earrings.

Oval Face Shape

This type of shape can wear almost any style. You can always do some experiment with different styles and decide what looks good on your face. You can wear earrings with soft shapes like studs, ovals and teardrops. Pearl, diamond, or gemstone studs can compliment this face shape if worn with a shorter hair style. But avoid wearing incredibly long and thin shapes that will just pull you down (elongate the face).

Heart-Shaped Face

Earrings that are wider at the bottom – tear drops, chandeliers, triangle shapes that begin with a point- looks best on you. Circular and oval earrings will work with your face shape, so long as they don’t taper as they descend. Pyramid style earring will also look pretty. Steer clear of earrings that are heart shaped very short earrings.

Square Face Shape

To soften the square shape go for earrings with a round and angular edge. You can wear just about anything in the earring category but avoid harsh angles and square shapes. Hoops and curved edges will add the necessary roundness, and drop earrings, long tear drops, or multi-tiered dangling earrings will give a square shape some length.

Long or Thin Face Shape

You are advised to wear simple studs and chandelier style earrings. Three dimensional earrings will add fullness to your face. To widen this face shape wear circular, triangular (with the point up) and square earrings. However, remember to avoid flat or dangling earrings.

Diamond Face Shape

Wear short and wide earrings. A straight line and curves combination will work well for you. Also try studs and small drop earrings. Be sure to avoid long and thin earring style.

Triangular Face Shape

If you have a triangular face you need earrings that will soften the sharp angles. Large oval or small circular earrings will work well for you. Prefer earrings with curves at the bottom and avoid ones that come to a point.

Have fun and experiment!