Best huggie earrings: Gold and silver hoops to suit your style

Sitting snug on the earlobe, these delicate styles will help you curate a statement stack

ike a classic white t-shirt in your wardrobe rotation, earring hoops play a staple role in our jewellery uniform.

Instantly livening up any and every casual to smart ensemble, these pieces are timeless, classic and no matter what size you go for, have the miraculous ability to make you feel ready to take on the day. We feel naked without a set in our ears.

But when it comes to curating an ear stack, a huggie is the mini hoops design that can be easily layered up and mixed and matched. Literally hugging the earlobe, they’re a delicate style that are versatile and understated, whether you opt for sterling silver, classic glamorous gold, colourful enamel or gemstone encrusting.

The beauty of the snug huggie is that they’re comfortable to wear all day, even when you’re working out in the gym. Heck, you can even sleep in them.

Shop our favourite iterations of the delicate designs below.

Originally created to celebrate Pride, Hey Harper has these heart-adorned huggie hoops in every colour of the rainbow. Create an ear stack with your favourite hues and you have a playful collection that will bring colour to any monochromatic outfit. The beauty of the brand’s jewellery is that they are waterproof and thus will stand the test of time without tarnishing.

You’ll need to get up close and personal with these huggies to see the star detail engraving. The celestial-inspired design brings an understated bling to your earrings curation with cubic zirconia stones set within the 18k gold plated creation.

Pearl jewellery has seen a resurgence in the jewellery world in recent years but eschewing their old school reputation, are now set on playful pieces like these huggies. The detachable charms dangle from the lilac and gold two-tone hoops. It’s a white cultured freshwater pearl on 18k gold plated recycled sterling silver and adorned with the coloured enamel.

Daisy by name and daisy by nature with these huggies from the lauded jewellery label. The flower, synonymous with summer, will put a smile on your face every time that you wear them. Opt for them alone, or layered with hoops and studs to customise the look. The drop huggies are hand-crafted entirely from recycled sterling silver with a 18ct gold plating.

These huggie earrings from Monica Vinader are not your average hoop. While minimalistic in aesthetic, they have a textured undulated detailing that gives a retro, distressed feel of a family heirloom. They are created with a process of gold vermeil plating on sterling silver with a thicker finish to make them more durable.

Inject your earring collection with a classic style given a contemporary twist. The squiggle earrings are something unique and different, while still appealing to minimalists. They’re statement enough to be worn solo but are given even more intrigue when stacked with larger hoops or glitzy studs. Made from 18ct recycled gold plated vermeil on recycled sterling silver.

This stacking staple from Orelia will make ear curation a breeze, whether you’re placing them in your second or third piercing. Encrusted with cubic zirconia pave stones, they will bring a touch of sparkle, while still remaining classic and minimal in aesthetic. The delicate star drop adds a darling detail. Available in gold, silver and rose gold.

There is a reason why these are such a popular style. From the clean lines to the high shine sterling silver, they’re sophisticated and sleek with the ability to pair with just about any piece in your jewellery collection - who says you can’t wear silver with gold?

With the twisted design, these huggie hoops will make an elegant finish to a jewellery look that is made up of chains. Seamlessly styled with layered necklaces and bracelets, they have luxe in the name for a reason. The quality style is made from 18k gold plated recycled sterling silver with a protective coating that can withstand water, sweat and heat, while remaining good as new.

These are some of the most helpful earrings you can own in your arsenal. They are ready and waiting to be stacked with any of the pieces above as well as any other stud, hoop or drop style that you already own. The pave detailing makes them look far more expensive than the price tag, while the 18ct gold plated vermeil on sterling silver should keep them in good nick.