Jewelry Adviser Weblog: gemstones, diamonds, silver & gold
The classic gypsy look of extra large hoop earrings gives it a romantic touch that places them at the center of the fancy of many a young woman. Extra large hoop earrings are used by girls for both formal and casual wear, more so for the informal times and in the company of one’s friends or the ‘special one’. No more are these large hoops confined to their familiar plain look but are presented with engraved gems and other ornate patterns on their surface for covering a wide range of individual choice. The prices of the hoops vary according to their metal of composition, purity, and any gem engraving on their surfaces.

Extra large hoop earrings are totally a woman’s thing of fashion. Men do not wear them and this is one fact about these earrings that makes them uniquely feminine in style. While women of middle age may also choose to put them on, the popular use of extra large hoop earrings remains the hegemony of teenage girls to those in their mid twenties. The most desirable quality of extra large hoops is their characteristic gypsy look. Extra large hoop earrings can be worn in both formal gatherings and in one’s usual company.

The size range of most extra large hoop earrings is 35 to 65 mm. Both gold and sterling silver extra large hoops give a prominence to the figure of the wearer. Among the gold hoops, both white gold and yellow gold earrings are sold in jewelry stores, including online jewelry sellers. For a more informal and hip display, girls would usually go for the white gold variety while many who value the classical touch would choose yellow gold hoops.

In addition, a girl’s hair color has a lot to do with the selection of hoops. Sterling silver and white gold hoops make great contrast with black or dark brown hair while yellow gold hoops complement blonde hair very well.
An important guideline for getting a pretty look with extra large hoop earrings is to wear them when you have got hair longer than your shoulders or at least the neckline. They look great with thick and long hair. With short and/or thin hair, extra large hoop earrings do not come as a good match because they may make the ears look unusually small. In addition, extra large hoop earrings are heavier than regular hoop earrings so the user should get a good feel of their effect by wearing them for a while before buying them or putting them in ears while going out in company.

While most plain most extra large hoop earrings present the same simple design, the individual look definitely varies depending on the hoop’s composition and details of the hoop’s surface. Many jewelry shops present extra large hoop earrings with fine gem crystals engraved onto the hoop’s surface along part or the whole of its roundness.

Diamonds and sapphires are two most popular varieties of gems for large hoops. These expensive items usually make impressive gifts for loved ones.

The prices of extra large hoop earrings are as variable as their variety of composition, purity, and individual look. Many plain sterling silver pairs would come in less than $20 a pair while a pair of extra large hoops with finely engraved gems like sapphires or diamonds may cost over $1200. Most white or yellow gold extra large hoop earrings can be bought in the range of about $200 to a little over $500.
Eve
August 17th, 2008 at 10:27 am
Hoop silver earrings are my favorite. I love your silver hoops with gem crystals around it. It is very elegant and would surely fit many outfits.
Ted from Mervis Diamond Importers
August 20th, 2008 at 11:56 am
I definitely like the diamond ones, but why no pave bangles?
Tina Tang
August 26th, 2008 at 2:39 pm
I am a big fan of hoop earrings. I like them best with big hair, bobs and up-dos. There are so many different variations of hoops from fun & casual to dressy & elegant.
Riva
September 19th, 2008 at 11:36 pm
Large hoop earing with diamond is very nice.
J-beads
September 22nd, 2008 at 4:17 am
Just imaging like gemstone beads is also amazed of fashions. Gemstone beds provided many colorful designs in jewelry sets ,jewelry rings, bracelets etc. These expensive items usually make impressive gifts for loved ones.
Chee
October 6th, 2008 at 5:57 pm
It will take the right costume to pull off wearing a set of hoop earrings as large as these. But I’ll admit that they’re pretty trendy nowadays.
Gems99
October 11th, 2008 at 12:35 pm
Extra Large Loop Earrings always give me confidence. Girls who wear Large Loop Earrings are always charming, cheerful and bring sunshine to the room. I also handmade Large Loop Earrings with tidy gemstones hanging from it.
Haily Leung, founder of gems99.com, a website for handmade gemstones jewelries lovers.
Unique Chic Jewelry
December 19th, 2008 at 4:29 pm
Hoops are my fav… I always think of them as youthful so I have started wearing more of the dangle earring style as I’ve gotten older.
Michael
December 29th, 2008 at 3:49 pm
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Grace
January 28th, 2009 at 8:46 pm
I LOVE hoop earrings! But I like for them to have something a bit different about them, like a simple gemstones or as unique shape. So I found Joy O. Designs and her hoops are PERFECT! Different shapes, metals, and sizes. Definitely worth checking out at http://www.joyodesigns.com