Jewellery may be an afterthought for some, but if you’re anything like us, you know it can make or break an outfit.
Marriage, birthdays and anniversary outfits are all given the final flourish with a sprinkling of jewels, whether that entails being frosted in clear diamonds, or adorned with gemstones like sapphires, rubies and emeralds.
Earrings can make for especially potent heirlooms. Unlike rings or bracelets, they typically don’t need resizing, making a failsafe gift and meaning they can be worn for generations to come.
Naturally, the higher the quality of the jewel, the longer it will last. Ideally, we would all own 24-karat gold pieces (the purest form of the precious metal), yet such a high karat comes at a high price, which isn’t attainable for the majority of consumers.
You are more likely to find 14 to 18-karat gold when searching for high-quality earrings online. The latter 18-karat (75 per cent gold and 25 per cent alloyed metals) is the most traditional mix of gold and other metals and is often used by jewellers to create decadent pieces.
Heritage brands like De Beers, Boucheron, Messika and Graff are home to the most desirable jewels on the market. Pure gold, platinum and diamonds of the highest clarity feature heavily, resulting in earring prices reaching up to £60,000 for ready-to-wear pieces.
As much as we all love a trend, fine jewellery typically removes itself from the trend cycle. Consumers typically shop for more classic, timeless pieces when spending a significant amount of cash.
Jewellery expert Emma Fox from Pandora UK agrees, noting: “In 2024, we’re going to see people opting for staple, timeless, and classic jewellery options that can be kept and treasured for years to come. Consumers are making more considered purchases which offer longevity and versatility rather than short-lived trends as there is a rising awareness of cost-effectiveness and ethical considerations.”
Typically better for your skin, the planet and your purse (in the long run), high-quality jewels are an investment you’ll never regret.
Add a touch of opulence to your jewellery box and browse the best tarnish-free earrings to wear now and love forever more.
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Kojis 18ct White Gold Watermelon Tourmaline and Diamond Drop Earrings
Dazzle in a pair of finely crafted, highly romantic drop earrings by Kojis. This rose-toned pair is made from 28-karat white gold and set with watermelon tourmaline drops, four round brilliant-cut diamonds and sparkling bezel set diamonds.
Buy now £2360.00, Liberty
Suzanne Kalan 18-karat Rose Gold Multi-Stone Earrings
Suzanne Kalan’s designs are intended to be treasured for generations. These 18-karat gold earrings are spellbinding, featuring beautiful pear-cut pink sapphires and brilliant baguette-cut diamonds. The earrings have been certified in accordance with the Hallmarking Act 1973, promising exceptional quality.
Buy now £5904.00, Net-A-Porter
Heavenly London The Gold Sienna Earrings
Heavenly London was founded in 1993 and specialises in the inclusion of imitation diamonds that give the real thing a run for its money. The Gold Sienna Earrings are crafted from recycled silver, yet have been plated twice with 18-karat gold giving an elegant finish. Ideal for those who can’t fork out in the name of jewellery, the elegant art deco-esque earrings will form the pièce de résistance of any ensemble.
Buy now £140.00, Heavenly London
Annoushka 18ct Rose Gold Mythology Topaz Beetle Single Earring Drop
Annoushka's rose gold topaz beetle earring drop is a beautifully sculpted motif from the brand's beloved Mythology collection. Add yours to a pair of hoops to pack a punch. Complete with a high-polished 18-karat rose gold construction, the single earring drop features a striking blue topaz creature finished with amethyst stones and black diamond eyes.
Buy now £595.00, Annoushka
Loveness Lee Darya Recycled Silver Earrings
You can spot a Loveness Lee design a mile off. Introduced to the world of design by her architect mother, founder Loveness, designs pieces with abstract shapes and sculptural forms.
Handmade in the label’s London-based workshop, the pieces are responsibly crafted using lab-grown gems, recycled sterling silver and freshwater pearls, and each piece is created in small batches to ensure zero waste.
Buy now £265.00, Loveness Lee
Nada Ghazal 18ct Gold Baby Malak Flourish Ice Mini Marquise Stud Earrings
Radiating timeless modernity, Nada Ghazal’s sparkling mini marquise earrings are a sight to behold. The set is handcrafted from solid 18-karat gold and boasts a scattering of petite white diamonds. Not only are they beautiful, but the earrings are filled with emotion, belonging to the designer’s Baby Malak collection inspired by her daughter.
Buy now £2090.00, Liberty
Hey Harper Single Letter Huggies
Sitting pride of place in your jewellery box for years to come is Hey Harper’s mission and the brand achieves this through its waterproof bling that doesn’t tarnish with wear.
The letter huggies come individually so you can get creative with your spelling. They are made from stainless steel with a 14k golden colour PVD. You never need to take them off – no matter what you have in store, whether showering or swimming.
Buy now £22.00, Hey Harper
Anaya Scatter 18-karat Gold Earrings
Anaya’s playful and elegant bejewelled gold hoops are top of our wish lists. A delicate cluster of ombre, ivy-inspired diamonds and tsavorites crawl up the 18-karat gold hoops, which are primed to party the night away.
Buy now £3800.00, Net-A-Porter
77 Diamonds Asteria Earrings
Quaint yet classic, 77 Diamond’s Asteria studs are timelessness personified. Available in white yellow and rose gold, the elegant studs feature a cushion and a round brilliant diamond stud that come with either lab-grown or natural diamonds depending on your preference.
Buy now £548.96, 77 Diamonds
De Beers Jewellers Dewdrop Climber 18-karat White Gold Diamond Earrings
Add a shimmer of sparkle to your constellation of earrings with De Beers Dewdrop Climbers. Inspired by the mesmerising form of dewdrops daintily resting on petals, the cluster jewels are handcrafted from 18-karat white gold and bezel-set with sparkling diamonds to provide a brilliant glisten.
Buy now £2875.00, Net-A-Porter
