What earrings are suitable for short hair?
When you have short hair, choosing earrings is very important, as they frame and enhance your face, complementing it with color and texture. Although it may seem contradictory, two types of earrings that suit short hair are, on the one hand, large, dangling earrings, and on the other hand, minimalist earrings.
The important thing is that the gaze and attraction are directed towards the face through jewelry that suits you well and enhances your features.
On this page, we'll see which earrings to choose for short hair!
What earrings should you avoid if you have short hair?
There's a type of earring that isn't ideal if you have short hair. You should avoid excessively long earrings that almost reach your shoulder, as they draw attention away from your face. It's also important to maintain a balanced look with your other jewelry. So, if you're wearing a statement necklace, for example, don't overwhelm the look with large earrings; opt for small studs or button earrings. Conversely, if you're wearing a thin, delicate necklace, you can give more prominence to your earrings by choosing larger, more eye-catching pieces.
What earrings are suitable for short hair according to face shape?
The general rule recommends always choosing earrings that, in relation to the natural shape of the face, have the opposite shape.
Oval face
If you have an oval face, any type of earrings can flatter you, as it's the most balanced face shape. Short or long, thin or wide earrings will all be a good choice. It all depends entirely on your personal taste.
Rectangular face
If your face has very angular features, you should wear short earrings that soften those lines. The best overall option is short, round earrings, but you can use any other shape. However, they should always be short in length. Therefore, a very good choice for a rectangular face would be stud earrings like the Chopard in white gold.
Round face
If you have a round face, meaning your cheekbones are wide in the center, dangling earrings, like the Fred in rose gold, will be the best choice. Visually, the length will balance the width of your cheekbones. Long, delicate earrings with a geometric pendant at the end will create a lovely contrast with the roundness of your face.
Square face
If you have a square face, and your jawline is the most prominent feature, choose earrings that frame your face and add verticality to elongate your features. The best choice is long or extra-long earrings that are delicate and not too bulky, as these will create an optical illusion of lengthening. Smooth bars and chains are fantastic options.
What earrings are suitable for short hair depending on the shape of the earring?
Depending on the shape of the jewelry, we can differentiate between different types of earrings.
Dangle earrings
As long as they aren't excessively long, they're perfect for short hair. These earrings create an optical illusion of lengthening the face and are particularly recommended for square or round faces. If you dream of long earrings to complement your short hair, Bollwerk jewelers can create custom-made earrings just for you!
Ear fleas
Whether simple or more decorative, these minimalist earrings will add a touch of elegance and femininity to your look.
Creoles
They never go out of style and are ideal for short hair. The rounded shape of these earrings subtly softens even the most angular faces. However, if you have a round or square face, it's best to avoid hoop earrings. For elegant and timeless hoop earrings, you can opt for the Messika in white gold.
Earcuffs
Adorning your earlobe with mini earrings is a great idea when you have short hair. With ear cuffs, you can create a look with a unique personality.
Should hair color influence the choice of earrings?
Believe it or not, it is also important to keep hair color in mind when choosing earrings.
If you have dark hair, it is best to choose bright colors like white gold or silver.
Conversely, if you have light hair, darker shades will suit you better. Yellow gold or rose gold are good examples.
If you need advice on choosing your jewelry, Bollwerk jewelers are available online or in our jewelry workshops!
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