Earrings are the most flattering jewelry pieces in your collection. They have the power to frame your face and light up your eyes, making you glow like no other piece of jewelry can.
Your glasses are also powerful accessories when it comes to highlighting your beauty. But, as a glasses wearer, you know that some frames are more flattering than others - and the same goes for earrings.
Put those two together, and you’ve got an amazing accessory duo - and one which can make or break your outfits. So, to make sure you always look your best and are on top of your glasses-and-earrings styling game, here are some foolproof tips for pairing the two like a pro.
1. It’s all about balance
The key to wearing earrings with glasses is to strike a harmonious balance between the two pieces. Think of it this way: statement glasses go with small earrings and minimalist glasses, with bold earrings. That way, your specs and earrings will always shine without competing with each other.
So, if you’re wearing a thick or oversized pair of glasses, then pair it with minimalist earrings, such as diamond studs or dainty huggies. But, if your frames are sleek and discrete, then opt for statement earrings to balance the look - hoops and long dangle earrings work perfectly.
2. Shape is everything
You can go one of two ways here. You can either emphasize a particular shape or create balance with different shapes.
If you want to emphasize the shape of your glasses, earrings, and by extension, your face, then choose earrings that mirror the silhouette of your glasses. So, pair round glasses with hoops, cat-eye frames with teardrop earrings, and square specs with princess-cut diamond studs.
However, if you want to go in the opposite direction and create a balanced look, then complement round frames with long drop earrings, style cat-eye specs with earrings that feature an angular silhouette, and pair square glasses with hoops and huggies.
3. Consider the metals and color coordinate
When it comes to creating a cohesive look, similar materials are a must. If your frames are silver-rimmed, clear, white, or blue, then stick to platinum or white gold earrings and cool-toned gemstones, such as aquamarine and peridot.
But, if your glasses are golden, brown, or tortoise, then yellow gold jewelry is the way to go. As for gemstones, stick to those with warm hues, such as citrine, emerald, and ruby.
Last but not least, if your glasses are black, you’re in luck! These frames go with everything, so don’t be afraid to let your imagination run wild when picking out your earrings for the day.
4. Sometimes less is more
When in doubt, opt for classic dainty earrings, such as diamond studs and minimalist huggies. These designs are timeless for a reason - they go with everything and flatter everyone, so you simply can’t go wrong with them. Just try to stick to the same color palette for your glasses and earrings, and you can rest assured you’ll have a cohesive and elegant look.
Now that you know how to style earrings with glasses like a pro, visit Ballantyne Jewelers and grow your earring collection with the right designs for you. Visit us today in Charlotte, NC.
