We are used to buying earrings, like shoes, exclusively in pairs and getting terribly upset if one of the “halves” suddenly disappears without a trace. But examples from the spring-summer 2016 collections made us reconsider our views on clear asymmetry in jewelry: it turns out that if you only have one earring left in your hands, then the fun is just beginning. It can be worn alone, as Roberto Cavalli and Chanel recommend, you can choose a pair that is synonymous in style and shape, as Missoni and Marni do, or you can even find its complete opposite and not worry about it, as Loewe did and Topshop Unique. We collected the most interesting ideas for mismatched earrings from the catwalks, selected alternatives to them and suddenly realized that this trend of the season is perhaps the funniest and easiest to apply.
Big and flowery
Marni gravitates towards floral motifs in jewelry, but refines them into unrecognizable symbols in a modern stylization. It’s difficult to find jewelry as unique as this brand’s, but you can use the same logic of combinations and choose two earrings with a floral emblem in the same style, but in different embodiments.
Marni, spring-summer 2016; gold earrings SL with amethysts; gold earrings SL with diamonds (price on the links)
Earrings on the ear cartilage: subtleties of piercing
Although cartilage puncture is considered a harmless procedure, if done incorrectly it can lead to serious complications. Therefore, this procedure cannot be carried out independently at home!
Punctures in the cartilage and tragus are more difficult to heal than in the lobe and require more careful care. Improper puncture of the cartilage can lead to ear deformation and tissue growth (keloid formation).
The two most common options for cartilage puncture are:
- Piercing of the internal cartilage opposite the tragus (tragus). In this case, a labret (consists of a barbell and wraps of various shapes) or nails is worn;
- “Days.” For him, the raised cartilage breaks through. With this type of piercing, a ring earring, septum, or heart are used.
To connect two punctures in the cartilage, a barbell is also used (consists of a rod that is twisted into a ball/cone/pebble.
Dramatic luxury
Topshop Unique is experimenting with large earrings with artificial stones, which have not gone out of fashion for several seasons in a row. The brand was able to find a new approach to this theatrical decoration without difficulty - the pair included earrings of the same size with a design in the same style and with a massive green stone as a connecting link.
Topshop Unique, spring-summer 2016; SL gold earrings with diamonds and emeralds; gold earrings SL with diamonds and emeralds (price on the links)
Beauty for the brave: options for stylish earrings
The piercing trend has transformed significantly over the past couple of years. And simply piercing stud earrings will not surprise anyone now - you need to learn how to combine them, find a suitable place for each. This whole process is reminiscent of an entertaining puzzle game, so it is not at all surprising that this fashion trend has acquired the name “ear game”.
When planning a bright and stylish look, you definitely need to know what types of earrings are in fashion now and how to combine them correctly. First you need to familiarize yourself with the main types of accessories offered on the market:
- Hoops or congos - this is the original name given to the well-known hoop earrings. Their choice is very wide: they can be miniature and neat, or they can reach ten centimeters in diameter. Experiments with the material of such jewelry are also encouraged: try combining accessories made from precious metals with bright jewelry.
- Studs . Minimalist carnations that are so familiar to every girl. Previously, they were used, as a rule, only for children - because of their inconspicuousness and small size. But now they have become an integral part of the look with several earrings. It is the contrast of sizes that creates all the luxury of this appearance.
- Broaches. A fairly new type of jewelry, which is a long chain. It is this that is pulled through the ear piercing, creating volume on both sides and helping to “balance” the bow.
- Jackets . The type of fastener is the same as studs. But the emphasis is not on the front part, but on the clasp. Often it is quite massive, made in the shape of a large bead or pearl. There are also flat versions of jackets or with pendants.
- Climbers . The name alone makes it clear that these earrings “climb” up the shell of the ear. Instead of hanging down, the body of these accessories sits tightly against the skin and follows the curve of the ear.
- Cuffs . Remember the clip-on clips that our mothers and grandmothers loved so much? So, earrings are coming back into fashion; to wear them you don’t need to pierce your ears at all! As a rule, these are rings that are attached to cartilage; but there can also be entire massive compositions with a special type of clasp.
Putting together an outfit with multiple earrings is not as difficult as it seems at first glance. It is enough to follow the rule: one look - one accent. That is, first you need to decide on one main detail, and the rest should be modest and simply complement, successfully harmonize with it in color and shape.
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Pearls in metal
In the spring-summer 2016 season, the Chanel brand suggested wearing one single (but massive-looking!) pearl earring, and the Alexander McQueen brand combined two pearl earrings of different shapes in a luxurious baroque style into a fabulous union. The result is an ideal pair for evening dresses and special occasions.
Alexander McQueen, spring-summer 2016; SL earrings with diamonds and pearls; SL earrings with diamonds and pearls (price via links)
Principles of wearing mono earrings
If you have a single mono earring, what to wear it with?
In terms of clothing, in general, everything is simple - you need either clothing without any special decoration in the neck and collar area (for example, a T-shirt, turtleneck, etc.), or clothing that is asymmetrical in the upper part. For example, a dress with draping on one shoulder, a top with one sleeve, etc.
What to wear with a mono-earring, if we talk about hats?
Here you will need hats that can be placed unevenly on the head: if it’s a hat, then with the brim creased on one side, if it’s a beret, then with a shift to one ear, etc. In this case, the mono-earring should be on the side of the more open ear - just as in the case of asymmetrical clothing, it should be above the more open shoulder.
Forms
Why not play with the shapes of your earrings? They will look very stylish, even if they turn out to be very diverse.
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Post-procedure care
The quality of the piercing directly depends on where the ears are pierced. To ensure that it heals well and does not cause discomfort, the doctor uses sterile instruments and correctly calculates the puncture point. Masters in ordinary beauty salons often neglect this point.
After the session, redness, increased sensitivity in the piercing area and swelling may appear. Symptoms disappear after 5-7 days. It takes 6 weeks for the lobe to heal completely. During this period, it is necessary to follow a number of recommendations:
- do not remove earrings;
- do not touch the puncture site (especially with dirty hands);
- dress and undress carefully to avoid jewelry catching on clothing and damaging the tissue of the earlobe or cartilage;
- prevent the ingress of shampoo and other products when washing your hair;
- sleep on your back to avoid friction with the pillow;
- treat the puncture site with a disinfectant solution (the preparation will be selected by a specialist) using cotton swabs 2-3 times a day;
- slowly rotate the earrings while cleaning the piercing;
- refrain from visiting baths, saunas, swimming pools until complete healing;
- Take precautions if you go to the gym.
Since piercing is an invasive procedure, that is, it is carried out in violation of the integrity of the skin and other tissues, it is important that medical standards are observed during all manipulations. The use of antiseptics, disposable consumables and sterile instruments is mandatory. Qualified doctors in St. Petersburg strictly adhere to these rules.
Ear piercings are performed by a dermatocosmetologist, who first conducts a conversation to exclude contraindications. You can sign up for the procedure by phone.
Rule of Three
This cannot be called a rule; rather, it is basic advice on compatibility, which, however, is worth listening to. What's the point? Wear only 3 earrings of different sizes in your ear. The largest one is located below all, and the higher you go, the smaller the decoration you add.
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Contraindications
Having your left ear/both ears pierced is fairly safe. However, like any cosmetic procedure, it has a number of limitations. Therefore, before going to a session, you should consult a specialist. If there are contraindications, the decoration can be easily replaced with a snag. It is better to abandon the idea of getting a piercing in the following cases:
- pregnancy period;
- problems with blood clotting;
- history of traumatic brain injury;
- autoimmune, oncological pathologies;
- inability to make punctures due to anatomical features;
- risk of allergies to anesthesia and/or earring material (a negative reaction may also occur to gold and silver jewelry);
- colds of bacterial and viral etiology (until complete recovery).
