Top 10 Earring Stacking Ideas to Try This Year
Earring stacking has become a major jewelry trend that allows you to mix and match different earrings together for a fun and unique look. With endless possibilities, stacking earrings is a great way to showcase your personal style and get creative. Check out these 10 must-try earring stacking ideas to elevate your accessorizing game this year!
Mix Metals
Don’t be afraid to combine earrings in different metals and finishes. Mixing metals adds visual interest and depth to your look. Try stacking a shiny gold hoop with a pair of textured silver studs or layer a delicate rose gold threader earring with a bold brass hoop. The contrast makes for an eye-catching combo.
Stack Studs
Stud earrings are perfect for stacking since they sit close to the earlobe and won’t clash. Build a vertical stack mixing round, geometric and asymmetrical studs. Or create a mismatched look by stacking different sized studs together on each ear. Get creative with metals, stones and colors for an eclectic stacking style.
Layer Ear Jackets
Ear jackets or earrings that “jacket” the ear are statement-making and give you built-in layers. Try pairing an ear jacket with a few studs or small hoops. Or wear an ear jacket on one ear and stack other earrings on the other. Ear jackets add architecture and interest to your stack.
Chain It Up
Layering earrings with chain designs is totally on trend. Mix dainty trace chains or chunky curb chains with simple studs or small hoops. The movement and texture of chains paired with other earrings creates a badass stacked look. Let your earrings and chains hang at different lengths for extra flair.
Double Hoops
Stacking same or similar hoop earrings is a celeb-approved technique. Try doubling up with two thin huggie hoops or split the difference with a larger and smaller hoop together. Pairing hoops creates visual symmetry while allowing you to mix metals and diameters. Stack on additional studs or chains for even more layering.
Cluster Studs
Cluster studs or earrings with connected studs are perfect for building an eclectic ear stack. Mix them with singular studs or small hoops. You can find cluster studs in a range of cool geometric shapes and with birthstones or charms. Cluster studs give you built-in layers in one earring!
Mix Shapes
Get creative by mixing oval, marquise, pear and round-shaped studs. The varied shapes make your stack more dynamic. Try a four-stud stack with an oval white opal, marquise mother-of-pearl, round diamond and pear emerald for offset design. Mixing shapes and colors keeps your look visually exciting.
Drop Earrings and Studs
For a stacked look that moves, try pairing long drop earrings with studs. The contrast of a dangling design with fixed studs is eye-catching. Opt for a statement crystal or gemstone drop earring with metal studs like gold, rose gold or silver. The movement of the drop earring prevents your stack from feeling too static.
Embrace Asymmetry
An asymmetrical earring stack has an off-beat cool-girl vibe. Stack more earrings on one ear while keeping the other minimal. Or wear mismatched styles on each ear like a hoop and stud combo on one side and a drop earring on the other. Embrace the uneven look for a laidback stacked style.
Layer Ear Cuffs
Ear cuffs are a cool way to add layers without extra piercings. Wrap the cuff around the curve of your ear and pair with studs or small hoops. For bolder stacking, layer two or three cuffs together. From dainty chains to spikes and jewels, ear cuffs come in many styles perfect for stacking.
How you combine and layer your earrings is entirely up to you. Let your personal style shine through your stacked earring combos. Don’t be afraid to mix metals, shapes and sizes for show-stopping results! With these versatile earring stacking ideas, you can create endless looks to make your ears sparkle.
FAQs about Earring Stacking Ideas
Abide by the 40/60 Rule. An earring stack is not just about the height and weight of your jewelry, it’s also about the balance of style. Because your ears are a smaller, more concentrated space, keep earrings 40% bold and 60% dainty.
Though be careful to only choose one statement earring per ear so that it doesn’t start to look and feel too heavy. Wear the more statement and typically larger earrings such as hoops in your lobe then stack smaller huggies and studs further up the ear.
So the next time you’re unsure on how to style your multiple piercings, go with a larger hoop or dangle piece on your firsts and smaller hoop or stud on your seconds and thirds. If you are adding charms, add longer and more bold charms towards the front and smaller charms for your upper lobes and helix.
Theme: If you wear earrings that share a theme, you are sure that they complement each other. A great option, for example, is to match a leaf earring with an earring with a flower or fruit. Or try the same pattern, for example a particular flower, in different lengths (a stud and a drop of earring).