Earrings are a universal gift and possibly the safest present you could give anyone. A variety of earrings are available today but that can also leave you confused about which is the best option, and we understand that. From studs to drops to long danglers, to diamonds or gemstones, simple or complex designs, the list of decisions to make can be a long one. To help you along the way, these are a few things you might need to keep in mind.
Determine the Face Type
What is your face type, or how do you find out what it is? The answer is quite simply to stand in front of a mirror and trace your face outline on the mirror with a lipstick. Make sure your hair is secured away from your face before you do this. Study the outline and determine the main contours to identify the basic shape of your face. Once you've identified your Face Type, it becomes easier to select jewellery to suit it. Sometimes your face could be a combination of different face types so it's always better to identify the Face Type before choosing your jewellery. Earrings help draw attention to your best features and often complements your style and taste.
Round Face
Generally wide at the cheekbones and in the shape of a circle, often called the baby face due to the soft lines of this face shape. The best suited earrings for a round face tend to be long danglers to take the focus away from the dramatic cheekbones. Square and Oval shaped earrings or Diamonds could also be well suited.
Oval Face
Shaped like an Oval, this face type tends to be wide at the forehead and narrow at the chin, often called a 'long face' as well. This particular Face Type is suitable to any design and is also called the 'ideal' face shape for women. From danglers to studs, the Oval Face Type can carry off any pair earrings with style.
Square Face Type
Square faces are so called because they tend to be proportionate in width and length. A square face would normally have a wide forehead and strong jaw line as well which can often be balanced by a pair of oversized round earrings or large drops or danglers.
Diamond Face Type
A Diamond face is similar to the Oval or Round face type i.e. the cheekbones are the most prominent feature of the face, and narrower at the chin. This versatile face type is suitable for any earring design from smart office studs to lovely evening danglers.
Rectangle Face Type
A Rectangle Face Type has a large and prominent forehead which is its most dominating character. Also known as the Oblong Face Type, a rectangle face would be much longer vertically than horizontally. Since rectangle faces are long, long earring designs should be avoided. On the contrary, earrings that accentuate the cheekbones and take the focus away from the length of the face are recommended like small drops or chandelier earrings.
Types of Earrings
To complement the types of earrings, there are also categories of earring backings that secure them in place. The most popular of these are the Friction post nut, the Screw back, the Swivel Post and the Leverback. Always make sure the earring backing is crafted to perfection to ensure you never lose your earring.
Earrings can make an outfit. While the long glamorous danglers need little in terms of other accessories and a subtle outfit, studs can also make a statement in their own way. It's all a question of enhancing your look by highlighting your earrings and customizing your look to fit that lovely pair.
