An ear cuff is a piece of ear jewelry that you clip around the edge of your ear, no piercing needed. Handy, because you see right away how it looks. But which ear cuff suits you? Here's a quick rundown: what it is, where it goes and what to look for when choosing.
What exactly is an ear cuff?
An ear cuff has no hook and no pin. You slide it over the edge of your ear and press it gently into place. Nothing goes through your ear, so you don't need a hole either.
The result looks like a piercing, but it comes off just as easily. Perfect if you want to test-drive a look. Want to know how fake and real compare? Then read fake piercing vs. real piercing: the differences.
Choosing an ear cuff in four steps
It sounds like a lot, but it's really just four simple choices:
- Pick your spot. Do you want it in the middle of your ear (conch) or along the top edge (helix)?
- Pick your color. Gold or silver, what goes with your other jewelry?
- Pick your look. One eye-catching ear cuff, or a stack with several rings?
- Check how it sits. It should stay in place without you having to squeeze it hard.
We'll go through the first three here.
Conch or helix: where do you wear it?
The spot decides how the ear cuff sits. You can wear both versions with the same ear cuff.
Helix: the top edge of your ear
This is where lots of real ear piercings are. With a double ear cuff you get two rings stacked on top of each other. Bold, and you can see it from a distance too.
Conch: the middle of your ear
In the conch, the ring wraps around the edge of the middle part of your ear. That's where it stands out in a slightly more unexpected way. Handy if you'd rather keep your top edge free for another ring.
Always slide the cuff over the thinnest part of your ear first, then slide it on to your spot. You'll find a step-by-step guide in how to wear an ear cuff.
Gold or silver, and then stack
Gold or silver is a gut feeling. Look at the jewelry you already wear: if you mostly have silver-colored earrings, silver is the obvious pick. Not sure? Gold or silver: how to choose has some handy tricks.
Two ear cuffs to choose from:
- Double ear cuff silver (€9.95): two smooth rings joined together in one line. It looks like you have two piercings side by side.
- Double ear cuff gold (€9.95): the same shape in gold. Two piercings, zero holes.
Want to turn it into a stack? Combine the ear cuff with a smooth ring. Pick the smooth fake piercing ring in silver with the silver cuff, or the smooth fake piercing ring in gold with the gold one. Same color, so your stack looks calm and intentional. How to wear and style it after that is explained in how to wear an ear cuff.
Tip: Two ear cuffs at €9.95 come to €19.90 together; add a third piercing and you're over €20, so shipping is free. Torn between gold and silver? Then that's the perfect excuse to try both.
How to keep your ear cuff comfy to wear
A few simple rules and you'll enjoy it for a long time:
- Take your ear cuff off when you go to sleep or work out.
- Don't squeeze it too tight and don't bend it out of shape.
- Keep it in the white NONPIERCED box it comes in.
Doesn't it fit quite right? Slide it a little further along or try another spot on your ear. Read more about how it works on the how it works page.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a piercing for an ear cuff?
No. You slide the ear cuff over the edge of your ear and press it gently into place. Nothing has to go through your ear.
Can I wear my ear cuff in bed or while working out?
Better not. Take it off when you go to sleep or work out, so it doesn't get in the way and stays looking good.
Can I return my ear cuff?
You have 14 days to change your mind. Send your piercing back unused in the white NONPIERCED box; return shipping is at your own cost. It's all on shipping and returns.
Ready to choose? Browse the full ear cuff collection and find your favorite.
