Earrings have a long history, having been worn by both men and women since pre-historic times. It was worn for cosmetic purposes, as well as a symbol of power and authority. Those who wore jewelry were treated very highly. Valuable jewelry determines their high rank in the society.
Today, silver earrings are a hit for both men and women. However, when most people say, ‘my silver earrings are 100% authentic and real’, may actually be the case. Pure silver is very soft, which makes it very hard to work on. It is not durable, it melts under high temperatures and it cannot carry the weight when precious stones are cast in them. Worse off, it is very hard to wear them without making any scratches. Pure silver is certainly not recommended for everyday wear.
The best alternative for silver jewelry is sterling silver. It is 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper or other metals. This is much more durable, more workable and more versatile than pure silver. Sterling silver earrings are available in a wide range of sizes and designs. They complement almost every attire so it’s not that hard to mix and match your outfit. There are three basic types of earrings: stud, hoop and dangling earrings. The most popular design is the classic round stud sterling silver earrings, which is simple and looks good to both men and women. It is perfect in the business and work atmosphere, because it’s nothing too classy. Other popular stud shapes are heart, disc, oblong, dolphin, crosses, birds, moon, flower, and star shaped earrings.
For special occasions, romantic dinners and big parties, the chandelier silver earrings are the popular choice for women. They seem to add a million dollars to any outfit. Sometimes these chandelier earrings have diamonds studded into them. They come in different sizes, from a simple modest design to a larger and more elaborate design. Some earrings even have additional hoops and studs along with the chandeliers! And, don’t be fooled: it’s not as heavy as it looks!
For something more unique, the Indian sterling silver earrings may give you that different exotic look that you crave. It has an oxidized finish, which give an ethnic rustic look. This is the finish preferred by most Indian women. Other women prefer larger and chunkier earrings, complete with diamonds, pearls, or other precious stones studded into them.
Your earrings should complement not only the outfit, but the face as well. Smaller sized earrings are preferred by many because it makes the face larger and more prominent. Women with round faces should choose larger earrings because it makes the face smaller and less round. Through optical illusion, the earrings help make one’s face even more beautiful.
Silver earrings make an excellent gift to a loved one, and sterling silver is definitely one of the best choices. Give silver jewelry as a present during birthdays, anniversaries, Valentine’s Day, or Christmas, and it will surely put a smile on your loved one’s face. In some cases, sterling silver looks more appealing and fashionable than gold.
