Step aside, statement earrings, big hoops and long drop earrings, cute cartilage earrings are the latest craze and have never been cooler. So, if you too are dreaming of a decorated ear and looking for ideas to layer up, this comprehensive guide on cartilage earring trends will help you get started. To begin with, let’s first check out all the different types of cartilage piercings to design your very own earring stack.
What Are The Types Of Cartilage Piercings?
Since you have decided to move up and beyond your lower ear lobes, you’d want to learn about all the cartilage piercing possibilities and their positions to help you curate your ears as per your style. A little bit of research in this regard can go a long way before actually committing to more piercings. Check out all the cartilage piercing types below before deciding what type of earring is best for cartilage.
1. Helix Piercing:
Helix piercings involve the ear’s upper cartilage; therefore, they are also known as rim piercings. They are the most versatile piercing style and can be styled with studs, hoops and even combine with other piercings.
2. Tragus Piercing:
Tragus refers to the area that is opposite the ear canal. It is the least painful piercing as the area isn’t made of thick tissue with nerves. You can adorn tragus piercings with stud earrings or small hoop earrings.
3. Industrial Piercing:
Industrial piercing, otherwise known as scaffold piercing, is a combination of two piercings. Helix and the anti-helix are the two places where these piercings are positioned. You can style them either with one earring or with two different earrings.
4. Daith Piercing:
This piercing is located in the folds above the ear canal. The piercing needle used for this type of piercing is curved, unlike the conventional straight needle. This type of piercing can be comparatively more painful but the payoff is beyond worth it!
5. Snug Piercing:
It is placed in the inner ear cartilage. The lower mid-portion of the outer rim of the ear gets pierced. You can wear the earrings directly above the folds of the ear cartilage.
6. Transverse Lobe Piercing:
Transverse lobe piercing is somewhat similar to industrial piercing, except that it is placed below the lobe. You can also opt for a different placement, like vertical or diagonal, around your earlobe.
7. Forward Helix Piercing:
Forward helix piercings are seriously next level as there’s so much room for single, double or even triple piercings. Gemstone and diamond studs in contrasting hues look best on these piercings.
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Layering Ideas for Cartilage Piercings
1. Hoops:
Hoops are the best types of cartilage earrings that you can choose to wear immediately after your piercing heals. These are the classic hoop earrings cartilage piercings look best with, as they are versatile and will team well with the rest of the earrings on your ear stack. Apart from these, gemstone hoops are great options to inject a pop of color. Hoops studded with blue or pink sapphires will keep things cool and classy.
2. Dangle:
Dangle earrings are not just for the lower lobes alone. Sport them on the cartilage, and make a unique statement. If you are into cross jewelry, then these Cross Dangle Earrings are a must-have in your collection. Besides, hoop dangle earrings too are perfect for adding that instant glam factor to your looks.
3. Studs:
You know you can never go wrong with studs, whether you wear them on your standard lobe piercings or cartilage. However, placement, the size of studs and your unique combination are all that’ll make for a perfect stack. If you are new to stacking ears, opt for a goes-with-everything pair of small studs in the same hue or metal. Classic diamond studs or pearl studs will go with everything, from casual wear to date night outfits.
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4. Zodiac:
Inspired by the celestial bodies? Get creative and add a sun, a moon and a star to your ear story. And if you are zodiac-obssessed too, finish off your look with a stud or a dangle earring from our Zodiac earring collection.
5. Two Stone:
If you have a transverse lobe piercing or industrial piercing, you can go for a straight or curved barbell, and alternate it with two separate earrings for a change. To mix things up, combine a stud and a hoop in a matching hue along with the earrings on your lobe piercings.
FAQ
1. What looks good with a tragus piercing?
Tragus piercing is one of the chicest piercings out of all. Minimal earrings are best suited for tragus piercings. The options, however, are endless and you can go with studs, gold hoops and pearl earrings. A double or triple layering opens a whole new styling option for tragus piercing.
2. Will pierced ears look good on me?
Multiple ear piercings are one of the most common types of body piercings and they look good on everyone. What can really make or break your look is the placement and the right combination of earrings. With a little research and preparation, you can easily nail the perfect earring stack.
