Earrings
Aug 10, 2020

The Under-the-Radar Jewelry Every Minimalist Needs

by Dale Arden Chong

The best minimal earrings

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@fiahamelijnck

Sometimes, the only thing you really need to take an outfit to the next level is a pair of earrings. But when your ensemble is already plenty complicated, you don’t want to overdo it with overly bold baubles. Minimal earrings, on the other hand, will add just the right amount of glimmer. They might not be quite as flashy, but they’ll easily be a point of conversation.

If you’re someone who prefers the simpler jewels but still wants to sport something a little unexpected on her lobes, what better way to do that than turn to some of the best under-the-radar jewelry brands out there? Ahead, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite designers that have the coolest earrings on the market. From simple studs and strands, you can wear every day to more sculptural pieces that will certainly make a statement, you can let your ears be as noticeable as you want.

Kendra Scott Fern Threader Earrings

Kendra Scott Fern Threader Earrings ($58)

These thread earrings are so modern and elegant.

Shashi Bar Earrings

Shashi Bar Earrings ($40)

Wear these every day.

Nordstrom Pavé Huggie Hoop Earrings

Nordstrom Pavé Huggie Hoop Earrings ($29)

The hoop earrings for the modern girl.

Gorjana Desi Chain Huggies

Gorjana Desi Chain Huggies ($35)

These chain huggies are so cool.

Cloverpost Ticker Earrings

Cloverpost Ticker Earrings ($36)

This style is so delicate but so fierce.

Nadri Cubic Zirconia Double Hook Earrings

Nadri Cubic Zirconia Double Hook Earrings ($50)

Sculptural hoops have never let us down.

Lele Sadoughi Waterlily Stud Earrings

Lele Sadoughi Waterlily Stud Earrings ($38)

If you want to wear a piece of art on your ears, these are for you.

Jules Smith Geometric Hoops

Jules Smith Geometric Hoops ($40)

This might be minimal, but they're anything but boring.

Set & Stones Gemma Drop Earrings

Set & Stones Gemma Drop Earrings ($74)

The floral detail makes these so classic.

Jules Smith Chain Sheet Earrings

Jules Smith Chain Sheet Earrings ($55)

The chain detail will give an edgy feel to your ensemble.

Sterling Forever Rope & Imitation Pearl Stud Earrings

Sterling Forever Rope & Imitation Pearl Stud Earrings ($48)

How great are the pearls with this rope texture?

Baublebar Starboard Button Stud Earrings

Baublebar Starboard Button Stud Earrings ~~( $38)~~ $19

Minimal enough for everyday yet stylish enough to make a statement.

Baublebar Gia Drop Earrings

Baublebar Gia Drop Earrings ~~( $38)~~ $30

For days when you can't decide between classic gold hoops or pearls.

Jules Smith Girls Night Out Hoop Earrings

Jules Smith Girls Night Out Hoop Earrings ($28)

These barely-there hoops are actually pretty bold.

Stella & Dot Rebel Stud Earrings

Stella & Dot Rebel Stud Earrings ($19)

Prism-shaped studs add a bit of edge to the everyday.

Madewell Stembend Ear Jackets

Madewell Stembend Ear Jackets ($25)

How elegant are these ear jackets?

Gorjana Chloe Shimmer Mismatched Earrings

Gorjana Chloe Shimmer Mismatched Earrings ~~( $45)~~ $32

No one ever said minimalist style had to match, right?