AD | If I had to choose three lots of jewellery to save in a fire, I’d choose my watch, my wedding and engagement rings, and my classic gold hoop earrings. The watch because it belonged to my mother. My rings because they’re a symbol of my marriage. And my gold hoops because they’re my fail-safe, go-to, work-with-any-outfit jewellery. I wear gold hoop earrings pretty much every day. In fact, if you peer closely at the profile pic on my blog and on all my social channels, you’ll see I’m wearing some simple hoop earrings.
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Why are gold hoop earrings such a classic accessory?
That depends on what you term a classic. But for me, a classic accessory is something that has never gone out of style. Indeed, an article in The New York Times reveals that hoop earrings were first introduced by the Nubians in what is now present-day Sudan, Africa. Both Egyptian men and women wore them, including queens and pharaohs such as Nefertiti, Hatshepsut, Tutankhamen, and Cleopatra. And nowadays, all kinds of online and high street retailers offer them too, from small independent outlets right up to high end luxury brands.
Gold hoops suit everyone and every occasion
Whether your vibe is Dolly Parton sized large gold hoop earrings brushing your shoulders, or more discreet little circles to cradle your earlobes, there’s a gold hoop style for you. And they really do go with everything. Formal or office wear, casual wear, party wear, special occasions such as weddings, As well as different shapes and sizes, they come in different designs and some even contain gemstones for a little extra bling. And jewellery is a great way to express your personal style and taste. But what if you bought a piece of jewellery and it doesn’t fit? Or it breaks and needs to be fixed? This article at SenseOrient has some helpful tips about jewellery resizing, and how to ensure it fits properly.
My top seven best gold hoop earrings
Luxury gold hoops
Solid gold hoop earrings are at the top of my wish list, and I think these 14k gold hoop earrings are simply beautiful. A true investment.
Gold hoops with a little sparkle
For days when I want a little extra embellishment, I love the look of these gold plated cubic zirconia hoop earrings from The White Company.
Or if I’m in the mood for a little twist on the familiar, I’d be very happy with either of these designs from Oliver Bonas.
And don’t forget about independent retailers either. When I want to shop small, Etsy is my first port of call*. Aren’t these stargazer 14k gold plated small hoop earrings* the cutest?
Budget gold hoop earrings
Gold hoops can be budget options too – good old Amazon has literally thousands of styles* to choose from. So I think these 50mm gold hoop earrings are perfect for every day wear.
Gold hoops for non-pierced ears
Because not everyone has pierced ears, some clip on vintage style hoop earrings from eBay would make the perfect gift, don’t you think?
So are classic hoop earrings worth investing in?
Any of the earring designs I’ve picked out would go with just about anything you wanted to wear. Imagine a classic white t-shirt and jeans combo. Or a sharply tailored suit for the office (and Zoom meetings these days). And they’d be perfect for a boho wedding as well. To be honest, I can’t think of a single occasion when gold hoop earrings wouldn’t top off your outfits with style. You know the saying, “There’s an app for that”? Well, whatever the event, I believe there’s a gold hoop style for it. So, circling back to my original question of whether classic gold hoop earrings are worth investing in? As Oscar de la Renta opined, “A woman makes an outfit her own with accessories.” So I’m off to channel my inner Dolly. Because yes, I 100% believe they are – have I convinced you too?
Are you a fan of gold hoop earrings? What’s your favourite shape, size and style to wear? Do you like any of the pieces on my wish list? How would you style a pair of gold hoops?
* This is a sponsored post and also features affiliate links (please see my Disclaimer) but all opinions are my own.
I can’t wear gold but I do love a hoop earring. I remember getting my ears pierced at 7 and I couldn’t wait to swap my studs out for hoops!
I have kept my late Mum’s gold hoops though, I don’t remember seeing her not wearing them. I was so torn though because it didn’t seem right that she wasn’t wearing them when I went to see her.
I really want to buy some hoop earrings now, maybe I should treat myself for Christmas x x
I swapped my studs for hoops as soon as I could too! Stylish from the get go, we are 🙂 That’s a lovely memory to treasure of your mum, Claire. And I know this post is about gold hoops but there are lots of silver ones too so I hope you do treat yourself xx
I’ve just put my gold hoops in for the first time in a while, so no wonder I simply had to come and read this. I don’t wear mine nearly as often as I should, although they are my oldest pair of earrings. I love a hoop – it’s so classy while at the same time you can go for styles that are your personality as well – love this post!
Oh that’s so lovely to read and what great timing! Thank you so much, Lindsey, I’m glad you’ve started wearing your hoops again 🙂
Those all look so lovely! I’m a big fan of gold hoop earrings, I go for the smaller to medium sized these days. My ears are a bit of a weird shape 😂
Aw, thank you – and I’m sure your ears look lovely!
When I put gold hoop earrings in I immediately feel fierce and like i can take on the world! You can’t beat a good quality gold hoop!
Rosie
Yasssss, that’s the feeling we love, go you, Rosie!
Gold hoops are a great staple piece of jewellery and I love the variety of pieces you’ve shared xx
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Thank you, Della, glad to find a fellow hoop fan! xx
I love simple hoops for almost every outfit.
Mini
They are SUCH a staple, aren’t they?
Oh I love a hoop! I prefer smaller hoops, particularly chunky huggie hoops. But honestly, I’m happy with any haha! I think hoops in general are so timeless and classic. They can completely transform an outfit! xxx
They really are so timeless, aren’t they? And yes, I have a fondness for huggies too, although I need to clip my hair back as otherwise it’s hard to see them! xx
I think gold hoops are a beautiful statement – I don’t yet own any but I’m on the hunt for some! x
They really are – and Christmas is the best time to treat yourself! x
I don’t have any gold hoops in my earring collection and I think it’s definitely something I am missing. I prefer quite delicate pieces so I might have a look in the Black Friday sales x
Steph | http://www.stephhannam.com
Oooh, yes, Black Friday is a great opportunity to treat yourself, they really are a wardrobe staple! x
I love gold hoops! So many looks, sizes, they are for everyone in my opinion. I have several pairs in my collection.
Absolutely, there’s a hoop for everyone – time to go shopping!
These are a lovely accessory and go with a lot of outfits! x
Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk
They really are, they go with everything! x
Ohhh I love them! I just got some new hoop earrings myself, the other week.I think they look very classy and they go good with any outfit.
Yes, they do, they’re such a must have piece of jewellery!
Really enjoyed this post. I haven’t worn gold hoop earrings for many years! Thank you for sharing this ❤️
Thank you, Yaya, I hope you get back into some gold hoops soon!
I’ve really been meaning to invest is some classic hoops, and this post has just convinced me that I need to even more! They add so much class to every outfit. Thanks for sharing!
Oh that’s great to hear, I’m so pleased, and I couldn’t agree more 🙂
Golden Earring is such a classy accessory! I love it and have a few of them, even if you are no all dressed up and wearing any makeup, the golden hoops give life to your face.
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That’s such a lovely way of putting it, they really do give life to your face!
I love gold hoops too. I’d pick the same three pieces of jewelry to save in a fire as you and I buy almost all of my jewelry on Etsy. You included some really cute hoops in this post too.
That’s so good to hear, we have very similar tastes! I’m glad you liked my picks.
Gold hoops as a staple piece in a jewellery box is 100% accurate and the great thing is that you can find a pair that work for every mood and occasion.
They really are and yes, you’re right!
I am a jewelry lover. Silver and gold are my favorite metals in my earrings and necklaces, though I wear a lovely copper bracelet I picked up in Tucson, Arizona every day.
I love that you share such a wide range of gold earrings here! Hoops go so well with any number of outfits and never lose their practicality or elegance. 🙂
Thank you, Jaya, I’m so pleased you like my picks – and your bracelet sounds lovely!
I can’t wear gold which is so upsetting because I agree, they go with everything. I do like my hoops though and like you, feel like I’m always wearing them.
Ah, that’s a shame – I know this post is about gold hoops but I’ve seen some very pretty silver hoops out there too 🙂
I’m not into earrings that much. But I agree with that gold hoop earrings are classic and timeless. Plus, they suit all kinds of outfits and occasions.
I think they do, there are so many sizes and shapes out there, something for everyone 🙂
I enjoyed this post. I do like hoop earrings, but prefer drop earrings or studs. I love some of these hoops you’ve mentioned though – especially the ones with a little bling.
Thank you, Jodie, and yes, you can’t beat a bit of bling sometimes!
I never thought I could wear them as I thought they didn’t suit me. But I have tried them and I really love them, they do make an outfit look a lot more classy. Thank you for sharing this post Lisa.
Lauren
I’m so glad to hear that, Lauren, that’s wonderful you’ve found a style you love!
I agree hoop earrings look so classy and goes with most of the dresses. The pics you have shared of the earrings are very beautiful.
Thank you so much, it was quite hard to narrow my choices down!
I’m personally not a fan of the colour gold, but I agree with you on all the points. I have huge silver hoops that MAKE my outfit sometimes. They always elevate a slightly dressy outfit to a proper dressy one and is perfect for a casual yet not-so-casual lunch out with friends. Great post!
Yessss, hoops really do go with everything! I know this post was about gold hoops but I’ve seen lots of lovely silver ones too, I just don’t suit silver 🙂
Great post! I don’t have any good hoop earrings but they look really nice! I definitely want to get some soon!
Thank you, I hope you get some soon too 🙂
I love this post. I do like hoop earrings, though I should add some more to my collection. I loved seeing which earrings you picked, I love the big hoops, but the tiny ones are adorable as well.
Thank you so much, Mehsi, that’s so kind.
Lisa, coming from a place where gold is always considered a good investment, and as well love of most of the women, and brides- but surprisingly, I never thought of gold plated hoops, although I got some silver hoops. After reading your interesting article about the history of hoops and breathtaking design, I want to buy these.
Oh Sara, thank you, that’s absolutely wonderful to hear! I hope you do treat yourself, thank you again 🙂
These gold hoop earrings are so beautiful! And indeed a very timeless choice as they will always be in style. I recently wrote a gold jewelry gift guide and probably missed this post because I was so busy with mine. I added a small hoop with zirkonias on it. They are stunning!
Check them out: https://ionimage.nl/beautiful-gold-jewelry-gift-ideas-for-the-holidays/
I also pinned your post on my Christmas Style Inspiration board under Gift Guides so everyone can get inspired. Happy December Lisa xx
Oh, thank you for linking (and Pinning), I can’t wait to read all your recommendations now! xx
This was a read I truly needed! I have been on the lookout to get some hoops for quite. along time, but never seem to manage to find some that I love. I should really check out on Etsy. They’re such a classic and great for every occasion x
Thank you, Cristina! And yes, do check out Etsy, there are some gorgeous pieces on there, all shapes and sizes! x
I loved the hoops you have here! I always feel like they are too big on me (my face is round and small, full of cheeks!) but the smaller ones should be good!
Thank you, Simona! Aw, your face is lovely, perfect for gold hoops! x
i’m a sucker for gold / rose gold jewelry & hoops are a staple in my attire! you are so right!
Hoops rock! Glad to hear you’re a fan 🙂
I’m of an age where my ears were pierced with a needle, and I wore gold hoops from the start. I love the small ones, and I wear larger ones for dress-up. When I got pierced again a few years back, I sort out the needle and hoops again. I always am wearing one or two, usually a smaller one in the top and a bit bigger in the bottom.
I love the look of yours Lisa, where they just show through your hair, but as I am into small ones, I keep my hair back from my ears so people can see. Thanks for you post.
Lots of my friends went the needle route but I was too much of a coward, haha. So pleased you’re a fellow gold hoops lover too, Wendy, thank you for your comment.