For a while now, thanks to the minimalist influences of COS and Céline, our ears have been adorned with only the simplest of silver and gold hoops. But recently, we've been leaning towards more statement-making hardware. From kitsch charms and feminist symbols, to handcrafted showstoppers and Adam Ant-inspired asymmetry, earrings have become the centrepiece of our jewellery stand.
SS17 mirrored this sentiment: Teatum Jones complemented art-school prints with sculptural mismatched earrings and Ryan Lo paired his models' doll-like makeup with mirrorball clusters, while Ashley Williams ' signature crystal earrings appeared in all their oversized glory. House of Holland plumped for gold door-knockers, and J.W.Anderson 's girls donned cut-out earrings the size of chandeliers.
Earrings are perhaps the easiest way to revive your wardrobe, whether you choose playful costume jewellery, invest in a Pat Butcher-esque pair, or keep it minimal with some off-kilter drop-downs. Click through to see how the women of our Instagram feed are working the trend.
Pandora Sykes' marble MARS pair are a treat for the eyes and ears.
Brittany Bathgate's minimalist COS beauties are a simple way to tackle statement earrings.
Artist Frances Cannon models these nasty earrings from designer and illustrator Nicole (a.k.a. Yippy Whippy). Her whole range of perspex jewellery is super-cute.
Marta Cygan of Life of Boheme's chunky silver hoops are a classic addition to her French-inspired get-up.
Natalie Lim Suarez (a.k.a. Natalie Off Duty) sports golden showstoppers by NYC brand Dannijo.
Megan Ellaby proves out-there earrings can elevate an Oxford shirt.
Erika Bowes is a master of ear decoration. Her trick? Give each piercing a mismatched and detailed earring but keep the pieces small, so they all steal the show.
Reese Blutstein wears the Arc + Line earrings from Portland-based jewellery maker Natalie Joy.
Freja Wewer taps three trends in one: backless slippers, double denim, and look-at-me earrings.
We adore Pandora's matching gold pieces – hoops in the ears and chains on the wrist.
Dolly Milkes' crystal-embellished Ashley Williams earrings only accentuate her '80s cut.
ASOS Insider Debbie works the solo earring trend – top marks for matching pearl bracelet.
Loulou de Saison pairs bright red hoops with stripes and sunnies, doubling up with a solo white earring.
Courtney Trop gives a good lesson in showing off your earrings – slick hair behind the ear and wear an off-the-shoulder top for maximum impact. Courtney's are by Juliana Hung.
Fanny Ekstrand stops her cute beaded drop-downs from veering into art-teacher territory with a purple hoodie.
We love Francesca Cristini's architectural pair.
Maria Bernad's spherical tangerine wonders are as graphic as her Jacquemus coat.
We love these chain-linked wonders worn by Jessie Weiß.
There are so many great elements in Paloma Elsesser's photo. Fiery eyes, braided topknot, and those sparkle door-knockers.
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