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Oct 21, 2024

The Best Ear Cuffs to Embrace This Cuffing Season | Vogue

Products are independently selected by our editors. We may earn an affiliate commission from links. September marks the beginning of many things. Fall, for one, but also fashion month, football, and

Products are independently selected by our editors. We may earn an affiliate commission from links.

September marks the beginning of many things. Fall, for one, but also fashion month, football, and the impending start of cuffing season—the time when singles begin their search for someone to cozy up with during the colder, winter months. Personally, I can comfortably champion all things fall, fashion, and football, but cuffing season is one fall festivity I don’t often participate in. However, ear-cuffing season is the fashion-friendly, commitment-free version that I can easily endorse.

Ear cuffs are the low-stakes, high-impact accessories that have taken the jewelry world by storm. Designed to wrap around the ear to mimic the look of a cartilage or helix piercing without the need for a needle prick, they are the ideal accessories for those not yet ready (or willing) to commit to a more painful piercing.

They’ve graced the ears of some of our favorite stylish celebs—Kylie Jenner, Sofia Richie Grainge, Jennifer Lawrence, Nicole Kidman, Greta Lee (need I go on?). Many brands, from independent, emerging jewelry designers to the luxury, high jewelry power players of the industry, have created their version of this newer, modern jewelry box staple. One I like to think of as the cooler, trendier younger sister of the classic hoop earring we all know and love.

Ear cuffs are fun, fresh, and yes, at times, maybe even a little bit funky, but they can also instantly elevate any outfit, while still keeping it chic. When paired with a crisp white button-down, your go-to pair of jeans, and a slicked-back bun, a thick gold ear cuff adds an effortless element of edge and cool-girl flair to an otherwise classic ensemble. Oh, the power of a good accessory!

So whether you’re looking for a dainty version that tops off your well-curated ear stack, or something thick and bold (and Anna Khouri-esque) that makes a statement when worn solo, there’s bound to be an ear cuff that perfectly suits your style.

From thin, barely there cuffs, to thicker, metallic options, these ear cuffs are perfect for daily wear and great additions to any ear stack.

Jennifer Fisher

samira 10k-gold-plated micro ear cuff

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE

Maison Miru

classic ear cuff

MAISON MIRU

Jenny Bird

tome ear cuff

JENNY BIRD

Zoe Lev

14k diamond ear cuff

BERGDORF GOODMAN

NEIMAN MARCUS

duet ear cuff

MEJURI

Jenny Bird

supernova ear cuff set

JENNY BIRD

Petit Moments

ear cuff

PETIT MOMENTS

Jennifer Fisher

gold-plated ear cuff trio

NET-A-PORTER

These artful ear cuffs scream cool girl and make an in-your-face statement when worn solo.

MISSOMA

claw lacuna ear cuff

MISSOMA

Faris

vero helix

FARIS

Completedworks

platinum plated ear cuff

COMPLETEDWORKS

The Last Line

connected cuff earring

THE LAST LINE

Demarson

astrid 12k gold-plated fringe ear cuff

NEIMAN MARCUS

Lady Grey

helix ear cuff

LADY GREY

Arielle Ratner

ola ear climbers

ARIELLE RATNER

Lana

mega gloss Blake 2-part ear cuff, single

NEIMAN MARCUS

Panconesi

blow up ear cuffs

SSENSE

Charlotte Chesnais

petit mirage ear cuff

FARFETCH

A sparkly ear cuff is sure to add a touch of glam to any ear stack.

Completedworks

Best Mistake pearl and gold ear cuff

COMPLETEDWORKS

Tom Wood

orb ear cuff

GARMENTORY

Shay

emerald heart chevron ear cuff

BERGDORF GOODMAN

Chabaux

cyclamen raven gold-plated crystal earcuff

MODA OPERANDI

Susana Vega

ora small ear cuff

SHOPBOP

Balenciaga

glam ear cuffs

NEIMAN MARCUS

MYTHERESA

Yerpem

18k white gold, diamonds, and sapphire ear cuff

BERGDORF GOODMAN

Chabaux

hollywood tears crystal earcuff

MODA OPERANDI

Marie Mas

queen wave ear jewel

MARIE MAS

Demarson

pearl caviar vita ear cuff

SHOPBOP

Jacquie Aiche

18k gold diamond ear cuff

NET-A-PORTER

Melissa Kaye

sadie draped 18k gold diamond single earring

NET-A-PORTER