For the guys out there who have already introduced their earlobes to a piercing gun, well done you. Those of you who haven’t, consider this the push you need to get yourself to the parlour to extend your jewellery potential beyond the basics.
You could emulate Shawn Mendes with a cartilage piercing, take your ear-spiration from Colin Farrell with a simple hoop, or even go for a double lobe huggie look like Lewis Hamilton. Whoever’s lead you follow, your accessories game will enter a new league at the simple punch of a hole - and trust me, as someone who had both ears pierced at 17, it really doesn’t hurt that much.
Alongside your rings, bracelets and necklaces, earrings will add a certain je ne sais quoi to your look. Transforming you from just another chap at the bar whose bare earlobes are giving nothing but boring, as soon as an accessory is glinting from your ear, you’re suddenly the one everyone wants to talk to. Well, it may not be quite as instantaneous as that - but you get the gist.
Any gents out there who think entering the trend is ‘feminine’, you need to bring yourself right into 2023 where we’re leaving toxic masculinity in the past and entering a new era of heteronormative culture. Alongside your face masks, pearl necklaces and concealer, you can be the real you - no matter what society has previously led you to believe.
From a barely-there huggie to a statement drop, a classic stud to a bold hoop, we’ve rounded up the best on the market, so you’re covered whether you’re an earring novice or you’ve been building your eardrobe for years.
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Gold
Mejuri Single Beaded Huggie Hoop
Understated yet interesting, the delicate beading on Mejuri’s huggie will catch the eye of even the most discerning individual. Handcrafted in recycled 14kt gold by the Toronto-based label, it’s perfect for daily wear - and if you want your earrings to be matching, you can buy them as a pair (£128).
Buy now £65.00, Mejuri
Missoma Claw Huggies
A classic huggie with a twist, Missoma’s claw design has a unique shape that’s sure to turn heads.
Not only are they a timeless design that won’t go out of style, but they also feature an easy hinged fastening so you won’t spend hours struggling with a fiddly clasp.
Buy now £65.00, Missoma
Monica Vinader Kate Young Gemstone Jacket Earrings
If you’re partial to making an entrance, it’s Monica Vinader’s gemstone jackets that should be on your radar. Perfect for a more formal setting, the lemon quartz blends beautifully with the 18kt gold vermeil for an understated yet impactful adornment to any ear.
Buy now £150.00, Monica Vinader
Maria Black Vertigo 12 Gold Earring
A take on a carabiner hook, Maria Black’s Vertigo earring is a chunky, masculine design that’s got attitude.
Crafted from 14kt solid gold with black coloured ceramics on one side and a beaded detail on the other, it’s reversible so you can change it up depending on your mood - it’s basically two for the price of one.
Buy now £519.00, Maria Black
Silver
Miansai Trian Sterling Silver Single Earring
For a more masculine aesthetic, it’s Miansai, which was originally founded as a men’s jewellery brand, that should be at the top of your list.
With a sharp, pointed detail, this a sterling silver huggie with an edge - quite literally. Designed to fit closely to the lobe, it’s a minimal addition to any jewellery box.
Buy now £50.00, Mr. Porter
Hatton Labs SS23 Blue Eternity Hoop Earrings
One for the gents who like their jewellery with a pop of colour, Hatton Labs’ playful collections are often punctuated with different shades of cubic zirconia - just like these hoops.
Crafted using sterling silver that’s been treated with an anti-tarnish coating, they’re a durable design that will last.
Buy now £165.00, Hatton Labs
Le Gramme La 0.8g hoop earring
The quintissential hoop given a chunky, industrial makeover, Le Gramme’s iteration is engraved with matter-of-fact numbers and manufacturing details for a stylish, no-nonsense finish.
Having previously designed jewellery for Maison Margiela, founder Erwan Le Louer is adept at designing high quality pieces with an even better finish.
Buy now £235.00, Le Gramme
Shaun Leane Talon Mini Earrings
If you’re yet to be introduced to the punky world of Shaun Leane, you’re in for a treat. Well known for his collections for Alexander McQueen, he’s a renowned London-based designer whose iconic hook and talon earrings are coveted by fashion editors and celebs alike.
A great entry level earring to the designer label, this mini talon is the best way to get the look without the hefty price tag.
Buy now £90.00, Shaun Leane
