Small or large, hoop earrings are a real centerpiece in the jewelry box of modern women! (Re)discover the history of these irresistibly feminine jewels and fall for the 2024 trends to complete all your looks of the moment.
The Ylume team reveals all the secrets of these rings to wear without moderation for a timeless and assertive style.
A small retrospective of the history of hoop earrings
Around 2,500 BC, the first Creoles appeared in Nubia (present-day Sudan). Some 1,000 years later, these earrings symbolize wealth and beauty in Egypt. They also became a sign of fortune in ancient Greece. Among the Romans, it was not until the reign of Julius Caesar that hoop earrings became popular accessories for both women and men.
Throughout history, hoop earrings have also become a symbol of slavery, as the only object that enslaved women have the right to have in their possession. Many paintings of the time depict women with these circular earrings in their ears.
In the 1920s, hoop earrings made a comeback. They become real fashion accessories and bring a beautiful touch of fantasy to the looks of Hollywood stars and women who are passionate about cinema and fashion magazines.
In the 1960s, Creoles once again claimed a symbolic significance. To the ears of the iconic artist Josephine Baker, these circular earrings assert themselves as an emblem of femininity and feminine power.
60 years later, hoop earrings accompany women in search of timeless jewelry with high fashion potential. A successful bet with these earrings to adopt in XL or mini version, according to your desires!
Shapes, design: trends in hoop earrings
Earrings in vogue par excellence, hoop earrings come in several styles to satisfy all their followers.
At the moment, thin and minimalist models are very popular thanks to their ability to adapt to all faces and all occasions. Wear them with a simple and elegant outfit or pair them with fancy accessories to infuse a dose of originality into your favorite styles.
Miniature hoop earrings adorned with (semi-)precious stones are also in the spotlight for the holidays! Choose to wear them alone or in a stack for even more effect.
Chunky hoop earrings bring character and modernity to every outfit of the day or evening look, without sacrificing the comfort of their owners.
As for the twisted pairs, they are a wonderful celebration of feminine elegance with their singular and creative shapes.
The care of your hoop earrings depends largely on the materials they are made.
For example, the Ylume hoop earrings in 750 thousandths (18 carat) gold plating can be cleaned quickly and easily on a daily basis. For example, use warm soapy water to gently rub your jewelry with a soft cloth, then rinse thoroughly with warm water and dry with a clean cloth.
You can also dissolve a teaspoon of baking soda in a glass of warm water, soak a soft cloth with the mixture and rub your earrings, before rinsing and drying them thoroughly.
Finally, extend the life of your hoop earrings by storing them away from light, heat and humidity when you are not wearing them.
