Little buys that deliver a big impact
Ithese are costume jewellery after all – but a tenner at Mango suddenly seems like great value for an item that can totally transform your look.
So where and how to wear them? Statement earrings don’t require much thought; while they’d normally be paired with a silk cami or strapless dress by night (and look great like this), the true transformative power is seen by day. I usually reach for them when I’m wearing jeans and have my hair up; they’re my go‑to for a high‑ low balance. Plus, I have a pair at my desk should I make last‑minute dinner plans and need to suddenly smarten up. Although this trend is all about head‑turning, if you’re more of a minimalist head to & Other Stories, and COS for clean lines and architectural shapes. Mango has the best earrings on the high street, and is always a good stop for art deco styles that look great mismatched and appear a lot more expensive than they are. Hoops count, too, but look for those with added twists – a gem or pearl, mixed metal details or interlocking elements that stand out. Jewel tones are perfect for day to night (the pair at my desk are emerald and look great with a grey T‑shirt) but I tend to go for either metallics or light shades so they aren’t lost in my dark hair. Meanwhile, this navy tassel pair from New Look would look great on blondes.
It’s worth noting that once you’ve found your perfect pair, you can’t expect them to be in your ear‑drobe for years to come, particularly if you wear them often.
All of the options here are well made, but the inevitable cheaper materials of costume jewellery mean they’ll
Statement earrings don’t require much thought; pair them with a cami or dress
tarnish over time. Try not to get them wet to improve their lifespan, and store them separately rather than all together.
On the plus side, inexpensive materials mean they’re likely to be more on the lightweight side so they won’t weigh down your earlobes.
Anything even slightly heavy should be in clip‑on form to combat the weight.