Small Inside Out Hoops
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indonesian Hoop Earrings
Onyx, Sterling Silver
2010s Indonesian Hoop Earrings
Zircon, Sterling Silver
2010s Indonesian Hoop Earrings
Zircon, Sterling Silver
2010s Indonesian Hoop Earrings
Zircon, Sterling Silver
2010s Indonesian Hoop Earrings
Zircon, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Hoop Earrings
White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Hoop Earrings
18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Hoop Earrings
White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Hoop Earrings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indonesian Hoop Earrings
Zircon, Sterling Silver
2010s Indonesian Hoop Earrings
Zircon, Sterling Silver
2010s American Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Gold
2010s American Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Hoop Earrings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Hoop Earrings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Hoop Earrings
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fashion Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Modern Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century French Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold
2010s Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Indian Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1990s Italian Top Handle Bags
Early 2000s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Gold
Antique 18th Century American Chippendale Bookcases
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Italian Top Handle Bags
2010s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings
Paint
2010s Indonesian Hoop Earrings
Zircon, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
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Finding the Right hoop-earrings for You
It is almost impossible to overstate how popular hoop earrings are today. They are routinely seen adorning the ears of high-profile women, ranging from Michelle Obama and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to Jennifer Lopez and Cardi B.
The roots of the hoop-earring phenomenon literally stretch back to the dawn of civilization. On view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to 2,600–2,500 B.C. that experts agree is among the oldest known examples. Hoop earrings can also be found in the Met’s Egyptian art gallery as well as in the museum’s displays of Greek and Roman art.
What inspired the original hoop design and why it was adopted by so many jewelers in the ancient world are unknown. It doesn’t have an origin story, feeling rather like the jewelry equivalent of the wheel. There just seems to be a logic to a circle that goes from the front to the back of the lobe.
“Hoops have been worn for millennia because they are unfathomably chic,” says Annabel Davidson, the editor of Vanity Fair UK’s special jewelry edition. “The way they accentuate the jawline, elongate the face and add a touch of flamboyance to a look is clearly a timeless expression of confidence, femininity and sartorial savvy.”
Throughout the ages, there have been countless decorative variations of hoop earrings. While the style can be found in just about every era, it was far more popular in some periods than others. Certain looks from yesteryear reflect cultural interests, while others are purely glamourous.
On 1stDibs, shop vintage diamond hoop earrings, gold hoop earrings, contemporary hoops and many more varieties of this wildly popular accessory.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Yes, small gold hoops can be professional. Due to their petite size and simplicity, the earrings can be an excellent choice for putting a finishing touch on workplace attire. However, office dress codes vary, so it's best to consult yours before choosing earrings. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of hoop earrings.
- Are small gold hoops in style?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023Although jewelry trends are subject to change with the seasons, small gold hoops tend to remain in style year after year. This is especially true for the small, thick varieties known as huggies. These earrings are highly versatile, making them ideal for a day that has you dashing between yoga class, business meetings and a much-needed night out. “Hugging” the earlobes so they won’t get tangled in your hair or catch on clothing, they elevate any outfit. There are myriad variations to choose from, including textured gold and pairs with diamonds or colored gemstones. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of gold hoop earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023What you call small hoop earrings depends on their style. Hoops so small that they touch the earlobe are known as huggie earrings or huggies because they look like they are hugging the lobes. Slightly larger small hoops that leave space between the metal and the earlobe may be referred to as sleeper or sleeper-style earrings. Explore a variety of hoop earrings on 1stDibs.
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