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When it comes to jewellery, we tend to favour the classics. The smartest shoppers know to focus on precious pieces that will be worn for years to come, rather than trend-driven designs that will soon be relegated to the back of the box.
But the ear cuff has transcended the whims of the trend cycle to become a worthy investment. The edgier sister to your traditional hoops, a cuff brings a fresher, ever-so slightly rebellious feel to those looks you keep on constant rotation.
However, that’s not to say an ear cuff has to be worn with battered leather and heaps of attitude: now, the most classic fine jewellers are embracing the style, loading precious metals up with glistening pearls and exquisite diamonds. The likes of De Beers and Boucheron have crafted spectacular cuffs worthy of the most extravagant evenings, while Kimai’s lab-grown diamonds are set into recycled 18kt yellow gold. For a modern statement, turn to Anissa Kermiche, whose artistic idiosyncrasy makes for conversation-starting designs.
A fine ear cuff makes a practical investment too: earring stacks might be big news right now, but a cuff offers all of the impact with none of the commitment (or pain) that comes with multiple piercings. Just be sure to sweep your hair to one side to fully show yours off.
Below, see the ear cuffs the Bazaar team love.
De Beers’ Dewdrop collection is a delicate ode to the beauty of nature: the larger bezel-set stones represent the beads of dew that form on the petals of flowers. This wide ear cuff is crafted from 18kt white-gold and studded with diamonds totalling 0.24 carats. Wear it at the top of your ear as a solo statement.
The hammered finish of Monica Vinader's 18kt gold-vermeil ear cuff creates a rustic feel. Team it with the brand's matching huggie hoops for the full look.
Mejuri's slick two-tone ear cuff combines sterling silver with 24kt gold-vermeil: a thick layer of solid gold plating that won't tarnish over time.
Contrasting textures and tones highlight the exquisite craftsmanship in Boucheron’s cuff. The four bands create the illusion of four separate stacked hoops, while round-cut diamonds ensure a sparkling finish.
Smooth, rippling lines are a Charlotte Chesnais signature, and this yellow-gold ear cuff is a sleek way to invest. Slip it around the lower edge of your ear, just above the lobe.
Threaded with creamy white pearls, this gold-plated ear cuff is equal parts sweet and subversive.
Rows of lab-grown diamonds bring a precious feel to Alondra's ear cuff, which is vermeil-plated with 18kt yellow gold and features a flat back to ensure a close fit around the ear.
A dazzling choice for the most glamorous of nights, Jimmy Choo's sparkling cuff wraps around the top of your ear, leaving a trail of glinting stones to skim your shoulder. Wear it with side-swept hair to keep the drama to a maximum.
From Repossi’s sculptural Serti sur Vide collection, this striking cuff features a pave-set band that supports a spectacular solitaire diamond, designed to nestle perfectly in your right ear.
From Anissa Kermiche's new, more accessible collection, this gold-plated ear cuff is punctuated with pearls and delicate cubic zirconias. Wear it as the Parisian designer would: with tousled hair swept over the opposite shoulder.
Missoma has long been one of our favourite affordable jewellery brands: it's the place to often turn to for gifts (as well as treats for ourselves).
This gold-vermeil ear cuff is designed to look like three seamlessly stacked separate pieces, with a row of cubic-zirconia studs sparkling at the centre.
Otiumberg is another demi-fine favourite that uses recycled raw materials and sustainable production in its popular pieces.
Made in collaboration with Australian fashion brand Camilla and Marc, this cuff is formed from repurposed 18kt gold vermeil and sculpted to appear as two separate hoops: one of which is studded with white topaz stones. Wear it alone or stack it alongside the brand’s other designs for maximum impact.
Shay's intricate two-tiered ear cuff is delicate yet memorable, with a total of 0.58 carats in sparkling white diamonds set along the curved gold strands.
Disrupting the traditional world of fine jewellery, Kimaï works exclusively with lab-grown diamonds, which the design duo set into 18kt recycled gold to create new pieces from old materials. The results, however, are thoroughly modern: this ear cuff is shaped like a love-heart and set with pavé that will glimmer under lights.
A statement take on the ear cuff, Tiffany’s 18kt rose-gold design is cleverly engineered to appear as three separate cuffs neatly stacked atop one another. With round-cut diamond pavé illuminating the three monogram details (totalling 0.3 ct) it’s one that’s sure to steal focus.
Melissa Kaye’s highlighter-bright enamel brings instant impact to this 18kt rose-gold plated design – and draws eyes straight to those sizeable diamonds.
Completedworks' Anna Jewsbury wants her jewellery pieces to 'challenge and disorientate' - but at no cost to their beauty. This dazzling 18kt gold-vermeil cuff sees cubic zirconia stones scattered across the framework to surreal, sparkling effect.
Roxanne Assoulin's gold-tone earring set comprises a traditional pair of zirconia-studded hoops alongside a matching cuff.
An unusual take on the look, this cuff from burgeoning Milanese brand Eéra is designed to be suspended from the base of your ear, just above your lobe. Combining sharp lines with sparkling detail, it's made from 18kt white gold and framed with twinkling pavé.
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