All women love jewelry. But not all jewelry makes a woman beautiful. In the article, we learn how to choose and wear earrings correctly.
Earrings are an adornment that accompanies a person throughout his entire history. This accessory entered our lives as a purely masculine item, eventually taking one of the main places in a woman’s jewelry box. The reasons for wearing earrings at different times among different peoples were very different.
In Slavic culture, a woman received her first earrings from her father when she was still a five-year-old girl. They had to be kept for the rest of their lives, since the earrings became a family talisman for the owner.
It was the earrings that indicated the status of a Russian woman:
- simple modest earrings of oblong shape were allowed to be worn by unmarried girls
- A married woman's earrings could be very elaborate and expensive, everything depended on the welfare of the family
Unmarried Russian girls were very fond of earrings in the shape of butterflies or birds.
In the photo - a modern reconstruction of pearl butterfly earrings from beads. Modern jewelry etiquette places certain demands on earrings, as the most common women's jewelry.
How to choose gold earrings?
Real jewelry must be hallmarked and hallmarked.
Where to look for the mark and sample on earrings
The most common gold assay systems
- metric - used by former USSR countries
- carat - USA, EU countries
The ratio of metric and carat gold samples
The most common standard of gold products in Russia is 585.
What do hallmarks and hallmarks look like on gold items from Russian jewelers?
The lowest standard that is allowed for the production of jewelry is 375. This means that in a product out of 1000 parts, only 375 is pure gold, and the rest is an alloy of different metals.
Depending on the impurities, the color of the gold product changes
Effect of karat on gold alloy
The first sign of a fake product is a blurry mark.
On the left is the original stamp and hallmark, on the right is the fake
The most affordable ways to test gold at home
- When struck against a tile or stone, gold makes a sharp ringing sound.
- A drop of an alcohol solution of iodine leaves a dark spot on gold, and discolors brass or bronze
How to choose silver earrings?
The rules for purchasing silver items are similar to purchasing gold jewelry. The earrings must be marked and hallmarked.
Hallmark of silver products, mandatory for Russian manufacturers
You can check the quality of silver at home
- silver leaves a dark mark on a piece of white chalk
- When tested with iodine solution, silver darkens
- silver jewelry instantly heats up in boiling water
- if the scratch on the product is dark or reddish, it is not silver
Triangle (heart)
This type is easily recognized by its tapered lower part and sharp chin. But the top of the face, on the contrary, is wide.
Which earrings are suitable
Long pendants and rings will balance the look, evening out the top and bottom of the face.
Which earrings are taboo?
It is not recommended to wear products that are tapered at the bottom, as they highlight a sharp chin and widen the cheekbones.
But bright carnations will draw attention to wide cheekbones.
Which stone to choose earrings with?
In the east, earrings are called “karn phool”, which means “flower in the ear”. “Flowers in the ears” not only decorated a woman’s appearance, but also served as protection from evil spirits, the evil eye and other influences.
Psychics claim that shiny things take on all the bad energy, thereby protecting the natural beauty of a woman.
People have practically lost knowledge about the influence of the surrounding world on humans. Everyone knows about pesticides and GMOs, but they have forgotten about the influence of the moon. A horoscope is perceived as a funny fairy tale, and stories about the influence of stones on their owners are like an advertising campaign for jewelers.
However, women used to have up to 30 sets of earrings, which were worn according to the lunar calendar, day of the week, etc.
Before we look at the basic esoteric rules for wearing earrings, take into account the following: the stone in earrings is part of living nature. It will take several years before the stone gets used to you and begins to exert its beneficial influence.
What earrings to wear by day of the week?
Stones corresponding to the days of the week
Which stones should you choose based on your planetary sign?
Zodiac signs and their mascot stones
What stones are used to treat?
Natural stones are quite expensive. Modern technologies offer an artificial alternative to natural minerals, but such stones do not have positive energy
Correspondence table between natural and artificial stones
Determining your face type: test at home
The easiest way to recognize your type is visual. Here it is enough to look at your image in the mirror and compare it with the described models.
Each face type has its own characteristics:
- elongated facial features with a slight narrowing towards the chin - oval type;
- without narrowing and pointed corners - round;
- wide top and sharp bottom - triangular;
- the massive lower part without “corners” and points towards the bottom is square.
Another way is to determine your type by the widest area of your head. First, measure the distances between parts of the face (from forehead to chin, from right to left ear, etc.), and then compare the results.
In chubby people, the widest part is the cheeks; the face is oval, with a “heart” for the forehead; the square one has a chin. If the distance between different parts of your face is almost the same, you have a round face.
If it is difficult to recognize your type by eye, calculate mathematically. Such calculations will be more accurate, but more time-consuming.
Method for comparing A and B parameters
Step 1. Measure the length from the scalp to the tip of the chin. Step 2. Divide the resulting number by 3. This will be the A-parameter. Step 3. Measure the lower part - the length from the nose to the chin (B-parameter). Step 4: Compare both options. Their ratio will determine your shape.
Result
If A>B is square; If A<B is round/diamond-shaped; If A=B - “heart”/oval.
How to choose diamond earrings?
It’s hard to argue with the statement: “Diamonds are a girl’s best friend.” Read the instructions for how to choose diamond earrings
How to choose diamond earrings
It is important to correctly decipher the label of a diamond product
Rules for deciphering the label of diamond jewelry made in Russia
Video “Myths about Diamonds. Diamond or zircon. How to distinguish a fake. Cheap diamonds, what's the secret? will debunk myths and reveal the secrets of making the right choice.
How to choose earrings with emerald?
Emeralds are also a girl’s best friend, especially if her appearance belongs to the winter color type. Fair skin and dark hair are ideal for a beautiful emerald.
Important: the brighter the color of the stone, the more expressive the appearance of its owner should be.
Emerald earrings are a favorite decoration of many star beauties
The magic of the stone will bring health and good luck into a girl’s life.
In addition, emerald has long been considered the stone of mothers - future and present. Knowing simple rules, you can always distinguish emerald from cheaper stones and fakes.
Important: consider the stone presented as an emerald in natural light!
- Chrome diopside becomes unnaturally green in natural light
- Chorisoberyl will show yellowness
- Tsavorite lacks a slight blue tint
- Verdelite changes color when the stone is rotated
- Fake emerald has a reddish tint when placed in a glass filled with water. You need to look at a stone in the water from above
How to choose earrings with pearls?
“Pearls are always right!” said Mademoiselle Coco, elevating a string of pearls and a little black dress to the status of stylish classics.
In 2015, pearl ball studs from Dior are the trend of the year. Mise en Dior ball studs made of faux pearls are usually worn in paired asymmetrical sets or as single earrings. But such games with style require certain knowledge and a sense of proportion. Clothes devoid of style and a Mise en Dior set in the ears are often perceived as bad manners and do not decorate a girl.
Mise en Dior studs
Pearl obliges and does not forgive mistakes. Girls under 30 can afford artificial stones, but after age N, pearls should only be natural. The older a woman is, the larger the size of pearls she can afford. But large pearls are appropriate for evening jewelry, while medium and small pearls are quite suitable for a daily or business wardrobe.
Celebrity pearl lovers
Small and modest pearl studs are suitable for a young girl's daily wardrobe
The video “12 ways to distinguish pearls from fakes” will tell you the secrets of making the right choice.
Fashion tips from Alexander Vasiliev in the corresponding video will teach you how to wear pearls correctly
How to choose the right earrings for every day?
A daily set of earrings for every day should be comfortable, elegant, but not attract unnecessary attention, playing the role of an “inconspicuous addition.” Especially if it is a so-called office kit. Women executives and top managers can afford large jewelry in their daily wardrobe, but they should be laconic and devoid of evening glitter. In this case, earrings act as a part of the wardrobe that gives confidence.
There is a difference between winter and summer decorations. In summer, brighter and lighter colors are allowed. However, representatives of creative professions can afford to play around with the color and style of decorations all year round.
Ideal earrings for every day
Selection of earrings for long face shapes
For a rectangular shape, we recommend choosing:
- Slightly rounded earrings, such as teardrop-shaped stones.
- Triangular - if the sharp end points upward.
- Studs should be attached to the very edge of the lobe to divert attention from the chin.
photo of earrings selected for an elongated face shape
Worth refusing:
- From round earrings or clips. There is a widespread belief that this is how the lines are balanced, but this is fundamentally wrong - moreover, the effect is the opposite.
How a girl can choose the right earrings: tips and reviews
Another important point in choosing earrings is the woman’s color type.
Color types
Suitable for winter girls
- White gold
- platinum
- silver
Stones in jewelry should be bright and rich
- rubies
- corals
- emeralds
- diamonds
- onyx
- pearls (black or grey)
The design of the earrings should be light and elegant
Advice. Avoid too pronounced yellowness of classic gold jewelry.
The spring appearance will be emphasized by light gold jewelry with plant elements.
Gems of spring color type:
- sapphires
- golden topaz
- pearls (cream or yellow)
- amber
- turquoise
Advice. Avoid jewelry made of white metals: platinum, silver, white gold.
Representatives of the summer color type are allowed the luxury of wearing retro-style jewelry. Silver and dull gemstones suit them very well.
- rubies
- opals in blue tones
- aquamarines
- jadeite (green)
- agate with blue or green
- gray and pink pearls
The image of women in the autumn color type will be complemented by massive gold jewelry
From stones
- topaz in golden color
- yellowish pearl
- agate
- corals
- amber
Square
Correctly selected earrings should visually soften and smooth out sharp corners.
Say "Yes!" Choose elongated oval or round earrings that visually elongate your face shape. Openwork jewelry and small studs will soften sharp facial features. Earrings in the form of feathers, flowers, hearts will also suit you.
Say: "No!" Avoid wearing jewelry with sharp, square or angular shapes. Also avoid earrings that reach the line of your cheekbones or chin: they visually widen and weigh down your face.
How to order earrings on Aliexpress? (link to online store)
Choosing earrings is always difficult, but sometimes you want to pamper yourself, your beloved. And this “sometimes” happens, most often, very spontaneously. In this case, you should pay attention to the Aliexpress online store.
A huge selection of stylish jewelry awaits you, including earrings. In the thematic catalog “Jewelry and Watches” you can choose earrings of various styles for all ages from various types of metals.
Large and clear photos will allow you to evaluate the quality of the chosen decoration.
The model description includes information about the manufacturer, geometric dimensions of the product, and its weight.
Everything that is required of you
- register on the official page of the online store by filling out the form
- create your personal Aliexpress shopping cart from the jewelry you like and thereby diversify your jewelry box
After all, what can’t a woman ignore? Correct answer: a new pair of earrings!
Fitting
Try on the jewelry before purchasing . If you feel comfortable, the earrings do not burden you or get in the way, then this model is suitable.
Go to the store in the clothes that you wear every day - when trying on jewelry, this will allow you to stay in style
Don't buy what your friend is wearing: the earrings look great on her, but they might not suit you.
It is not difficult to remain beautiful every day: earrings will help a woman to be bright and individual even in a strict office setting. With the right accessories, it’s enough to change into a festive dress to go to the celebration straight from work.
