How to match earrings with your outfit?

Occasion

The occasion drives your outfit choice so ultimately, it influences the pieces of jewelry your choose. sometimes, it’s just a matter of common sense applied to the style.

But how to choose the right pair of earrings for each outfit? While there are no set rules, a general rule of thumb is that a casual outfit should be worn with minimalistic earrings, whereas a formal outfit should be worn with ornate ones.

Let’s look at a few simple examples to demonstrate this principle.

A casual dinner with family or friends doesn’t require you to dress up in your best attire and wear expensive diamond earrings.
Those expensive diamond earrings aren’t exactly appropriate for a night out at the local bar or club with your best friends either.

If you are just running to the store to get some groceries, maybe skip the incredibly ornate, priceless statement earrings. Instead, opt for a subtle yet elegant piece, such as timeless pearl earrings or dainty hoops.

On the other hand, if you are going to a fancy dinner or party, bring out the sparkle! Diamonds are always a great option, especially because diamond earrings come in all shapes and sizes. So, whether you like discrete earrings or extravagant ones, you can certainly find the perfect diamond earring for you.

Weather

We know it may sound strange, but the weather affects clothing and plays a role in choosing the perfect earrings. If it is winter and you are wearing a heavy scarf, you may want to choose a minimal design like studs or a large scarf. On the other hand, wearing large earrings or long earrings are a great complement to the light clothes we wear in the summer.

Colors

When choosing earrings, consider the colors you’re wearing. Sure, a little black dress goes with everything, but that’s not always the case with every outfit. While you can never go wrong with classic styles like diamond studs, if you want something bolder, try to stick with the same color in both your outfit and your earrings.

Another great tip is that if you’re going to design with gemstones, you can match the color of the gemstone to your eye color for an impactful effect.

Silhouette

Before choosing earrings, pay attention to key points about your outfit, such as the silhouette and the fit of the garment. For example, if you’re wearing a high neckline, choose small, dazzling earrings that draw attention to your face. On the other hand, long earrings tend to work better with low necklines.

If you’re wearing an oversized, baggy outfit and want to accentuate that look, go for large earrings – chandelier earrings are a great option! If you’re wearing a tight, body-con outfit, you can choose a statement earring to balance out the look, or go the opposite direction and opt for a dainty pair of earrings.

Hair shape

The shorter your hair, the more noticeable your earrings will be. If you have a pixie cut, wearing earrings is always a good choice. But if you prefer something a little bolder, then you should try tassel earrings!

Bobs look amazing with either small or large earrings, and drops look especially incredible on these earrings. For a chic and stylish effect, choose drops that are roughly the same length as your hair.
Although long hair complements every earring design, some people find that their long hair obscures their earrings to a certain extent, and they want their jewelry to be the focal point. In this case, you can tie your hair into a ponytail or a bun and let your earrings steal the show. If you want your earrings to steal the show, then there is no better choice than diamond earrings.

Other

Now that you’ve considered the occasion, color, and hair, it’s time to think about what other accessories you plan to wear before choosing the perfect earrings.
If you want to wear a necklace or bracelet, try to stick to common traits between the accessories, such as color, style, gemstone, or material.
Also, make one of the accessories a statement piece and add the others as complementary pieces. So, try pairing large earrings with a delicate necklace, or a bold necklace with small earrings.

Statement

Finally, ask yourself what you want to say. If you want a classic and timeless look, you can’t go wrong with pearl earrings or diamond studs. If you’re going for a minimalist look, a small hoop is always a good choice. But if you’re the glamorous type, go for colorful gemstones like sapphires or topazes.
Remember, these guidelines aren’t set in stone, so have fun trying out new earring styles and matching them to your outfits!