The 7 Hoop-Earring Styles To Try – And How To Wear Them

A pair of oversized hoops is always a chic companion to a classic white shirt or tee (see Sade in the ’90s) – and there’s no need to add a necklace, as shoulder-grazing styles do all the hard work for you. In our NET SUSTAIN edit, David Yurman’s ‘Cable Edge’ hoops are crafted from 18-karat recycled gold and have scores of diamonds tracing the twisted grooves. Supersized, bigger-than-big hoops are trending in 2024, so don’t shy away from jumbo designs that hark back to Jennifer Lopez’s signature style circa the early 2000s – Anita Ko’s large hoop earrings, Jennifer Meyer’s ‘Double Dome’ style, and Suzanne Kalan’s diamond-scattered hoops are all perfectly proportioned.

Chunky hoops with an exaggerated silhouette will always feel modern. Lié Studio’s editor-approved designs – such as its ultra-puffy ‘The Simone’ hoop – are a cult favorite, while Yvonne Léon’s triple-hoop earrings make a striking statement. Those wanting to invest in a precious pair that will last a lifetime should turn to Sorrelina’s 18-karat gold and diamond ‘Marea’ style – delicately scattered diamonds trace the waved edges to ensure they scintillate from every angle.

Whether you choose a design that is entirely dripping with diamonds or one that features just a small accent stone, you can’t go wrong with a pair of diamond-set hoop earrings. A small- to medium-sized silhouette is subtle enough to wear every day, yet sufficiently versatile to take you through to the evening and beyond. David Yurman’s Art Deco-inspired ‘Zig Zag Stax’ earrings and Anita Ko’s white-gold huggies flaunt contemporary classicism in spades, while Spinelli Kilcollin’s ‘Casseus’ style feels a little more fashion-forward, with its edgy arrangement of interlocking mixed-metal loops. Elsewhere, Ananya’s ‘Chakra Icon’ hoops have a chunky horseshoe shape highlighted by a row of scintillating diamonds – they’ll look as chic styled with casual denim as they will a slip dress and heels.

Designer Octavia Zamagias, founder of NET SUSTAIN-approved brand Octavia Elizabeth, makes all her jewelry locally in Los Angeles using 100% recycled 18-karat gold. Simplicity at its best, with subtle, hammered-gold detailing, her 18-karat recycled-gold ‘Gabby’ hollow hoops are crafted to be weightless, so you won’t suffer any ‘hoop-droop’ pain. Lauren Rubinski’s diamond-sprinkled hoops are perfect for evening, while sleek, minimal styles by Stone and Strand and Anita Ko are ideal for everyday wear.