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Vintage Clip-on Lamp, 1970's
Located in Praha, CZ
Black and white clip on vintage lamp made of metal and plastic.
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Danish HAK Kähler Small Table- and Bedside Lamp with Turquoise Glaze 1970s
By Poul Erik Eliasen, Kähler, Nils Kähler, Carl Cunningham Cole
Located in Aarhus C, DK
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Included is a new clip-on lamp shade designed and made in Denmark. It is made of woven fabric with some
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
Danish Kähler + Poul Erik Eliasen Style Sculptural Table Lamp Turquoise Blue 60s
By Poul Erik Eliasen, Kähler, Carl Cunningham Cole
Located in Aarhus C, DK
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Included is a new clip-on lamp shade designed and made in Denmark. It is made of woven fabric with some
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
H 22.45 in Dm 12.6 in
Søholm Table Lamp Blue and Beige with Stripes, Danish Mid-century 1960s
By Søholm Stentøj, Einar Johansen
Located in Aarhus C, DK
in brown with blue elements.
Included is a new clip-on lamp shade designed and made in Denmark. It
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
German Space Age Modern Pair Desk/Shelf Clip-on Task Lights Roger Tallon Erco
By ERCO Leuchten, Roger Tallon
Located in Miami, FL
-known French Industrial designer, for Erco Leuchten Germany 1970s. This pair of Minimalist clip on lamps
Category
Vintage 1970s German Minimalist Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Danish Midcentury Søholm Table Lamp Blue Brown Green Sculptural Ufo Shape, 1960s
By Søholm Stentøj, Einar Johansen
Located in Aarhus C, DK
beautiful color play in blue, brown and green.
Included is a new clip on blulb lamp shade designed and
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
H 15.75 in Dm 8.67 in
Danish Arstistic Ceramic Table Lamp from the 60s with New Shade made in Denmark
By Søholm Stentøj
Located in Aarhus C, DK
, brown and white glaze with speckles over an fish scale pattern.
Included is a new clip on lamp shade
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
Danish Modern Søholm Ceramic Table Lamp Brown Stripes by Einar Johansen, 1960s
By Søholm Stentøj, Einar Johansen
Located in Aarhus C, DK
as bedside lamp.
The lamp has dusted brown glaze.
Included are new clip on bulb lamp shade
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
Danish Mid-Century Small Ceramic Table Lamp by Einar Johansen for Søholm, 1960s
By Søholm Stentøj, Einar Johansen
Located in Aarhus C, DK
new clip on lamp shade designed and made in Denmark. It is made of woven fabric with some texture and
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
H 14.57 in Dm 7.88 in
Gunnar Nylund Small "Rubus" Table Lamp for Rörstrand Sweden Scandinavian Modern
By Palshus, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand, Saxbo
Located in Aarhus C, DK
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Included is a new clip-on bulb lamp shade designed and made in Denmark. It is made of woven fabric with
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
Agne Aronsson Aronson Mid-Century Table Lamp Brown Original Shade, Sweden 1960s
By Gunnar Nylund, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Eva Stæhr Nielsen, Saxbo
Located in Aarhus C, DK
original one. It's a clip-on shade made with fabric tape.
The lamp is made from stoneware and has a dark
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
H 15.75 in Dm 5.91 in
Unique Gunver Bilde Sørensen Sculptural Ceramic Table Lamp New Shade Denmark 70s
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Sign. Bilde
Included is a new clip-on lamp shade designed and made in Denmark. It is made of woven
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stoneware
H 14.77 in Dm 7.88 in
Danish Palshus Small Tall Table Lamp Brown Hares Fur Glaze, Mid-century 1960s
By Per Linnemann-Schmidt, Gunnar Nylund, Saxbo, Palshus
Located in Aarhus C, DK
is a new clip-on lamp shade designed and made in Denmark. It is made of woven fabric with some
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Danish Søholm Sculptural Ceramic Table Lamp Aqua Blue Green Einar Johansen 1960s
By Einar Johansen, Søholm Stentøj
Located in Aarhus C, DK
vintage condition.
Measurements
Height including clip-on lamp shade: 38 cm
Height ceramic part only
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
H 14.97 in Dm 8.67 in
Kursa Clip-on Desk Lamp in Brass
By Lumis Fine Lighting 1
Located in Milan, IT
This practical desk lamp features an elegant brass structure with a bronze finish that can be
Category
2010s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Clip Lamp by Caio Superchi
Located in Geneve, CH
Clip lamp by Caio Superchi
Dimensions: D14 x W8.5 x H48 cm
Materials: Wenge solid wood + 6W led
Category
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Pair Poltrona Frau Chocolate Brown Leather Clip Lamps
By Poltrona Frau
Located in London, GB
Pair of clip on reading light by Poltrona Frau Italy with touch screen with LED on flexible metal
Category
Early 2000s Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Rare Multidirectional Floor Clip Lamp by Hannes Wettstein for Belux
By Hannes Wettstein, Belux
Located in San Diego, CA
Very rare and in great condition multidirectional floor lamp by Hannes Wettstein for Belux, circa
Category
20th Century Japanese Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Le Corbusier 'Projecteur 165 Pincer Clip' Table Lamp for Nemo in Moka
By Le Corbusier, Nemo Lighting 1
Located in Glendale, CA
Le Corbusier 'Projecteur 165 Pincer Clip' table lamp for Nemo in moka.
Designed by Le Corbusier
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Small Midcentury Original Table Lamp /Night Light in Glass with Nickeled Clips
Located in New York City, NY
Original modernist rectangular cube night light / small table lamp comprising 8 cut-glass square
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
H 11 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in
Le Corbusier 'Projecteur 165 Pincer Clip' Table Lamp for Nemo in White Sand
By Le Corbusier, Nemo Lighting 1
Located in Glendale, CA
Le Corbusier 'Projecteur 165 Pincer Clip' table lamp for Nemo in white sand.
Designed by Le
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Le Corbusier 'Projecteur 165 Pincer Clip' Table Lamp for Nemo in Night Blue
By Le Corbusier, Nemo Lighting 1
Located in Glendale, CA
Le Corbusier 'Projecteur 165 Pincer Clip' table lamp for Nemo in night blue.
Designed by Le
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Mid Century Two Light Flex Arm Desk Lamp poss. Laurel or Thurston
By Gerald Thurston, Laurel Lamp Company
Located in New York, NY
steel. The lamp features two hood shades, each still has its original perforated clip on diffuser
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Blue and White Cherry Blossom Vase Lamp on Gilt Wood Base
Located in New York, NY
Blue and white cherry blossom vase lamp on gilt wood base. Late 19th Century hand-painted blue and
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain, Giltwood
Dutch Delft Blue and White Vase Lamp on Water-Gilt Base
By Delft
Located in New York, NY
8.25" height to base of stem; 11 1/4” to base of socket. This lamp takes a bulb clip attachment for the
Category
Antique Early 18th Century Dutch Table Lamps
Materials
Faience
Floor Lamp Table
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An excellent floor lamp table having faceted Lucite base on metal ball feet, a clipped corner green
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
Art Deco Table Lamp With Lamp Shade In Hand Marbled Silk
Located in Hamburg, DE
with plug and switch in col. black lamp shade has inside a clip which allows a very easy installation
Category
Antique 1630s French International Style Table Lamps
Materials
Crystal
Artisanal Wood Table Lamp
Located in Denver, CO
An unusual artisan made wood table lamp, carved out of one piece of wood. The maker painstakingly
Category
Early 20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
Philips Workshop Lamp 1950s
By Philips
Located in PARIS, FR
lacquered metal and allows the lamp to be clipped onto a surface. There is a push-button switch on the
Category
Vintage 1950s French Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Stilux Milano Table Lamp, 1950
By Stilux
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful, midcentury table lamp by Stilux Milano, Italy, with patinaed, partially wrapped brass
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Carrara Marble, Metal, Brass
Swedish Tripod Floor Lamp, 1950
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful 1950s Swedish tripod floor lamp, 1950, in black enamel with brass accents, with three
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Metal
1970s Chrome Adjustable Floor Lamp
By Sonneman Lighting
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A vintage chrome floor lamp in the style of Robert Sonneman for George Kovacs, Lightolier, and Koch
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Nan Table Lamp by Nish Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Bulbed, Clip Lamp Shade
N I S H is a Cape Town based Fashion and Furniture design studio. N I S H
Category
2010s South African Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Other
Gilt Bronze Candlestick Lamps, a Pair
Located in Malibu, CA
Gilt brass candlestick lamps have been rewired using the original switch on the base.
They have a
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Swedish Art Deco Brass & Ceramic Lamp
Located in London, GB
Unusual Swedish ceramic and brass table lamp from the 1930's deco period.
Lovely design and
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Unique Murano Glass Lamps
By Carlo Nason
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A rare and enchanting pair of Murano Glass table lamps, a unique treasure from the 1970s. These one
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
1950s Brass Table Lamp by Edvard Hagman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
beautiful brass leaf ornaments that decorates the 2 lamp arms. White lamp shades that clips on to the light
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
1980s Red & Black Metal Desk Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Perfectly straddling the line between mid-century modernism and postmodernism, this desk lamp has
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Heavy Engraved Brass Candlestick Lamp/ Silk Shade
Located in Malibu, CA
Very heavy & solid Boho style engraved candlestick converted into a lamp. Wired with inline roller
Category
Early 20th Century Indonesian Anglo-Indian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Blue Marbleized Paper Candlestick Lamps
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of blue marbleized paper candlestick lamps. Black square marble base. As found, original
Category
Vintage 1950s American Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
1960s Rare Pair of Swedish Side lamps
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare Vintage 1960s Pair of Swedish Side lamps in brass and white lacquered metal. The brass arm has
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Double Arm Brass Table Lamp, Sweden 1950s
By Bergboms, ASEA
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This unusual double arm table lamp was designed and manufactured in Sweden in the 1950s. It
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Bleached Ash Popylight Lamp by Mademoiselle Jo
Located in Geneve, CH
Bleached Ash Popylight Lamp by Mademoiselle Jo
Dimensions: Ø 23 x H 23.5 cm.
Materials: Bleached
Category
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Opaline Glass, Ash
Vintage Red and White Modernist Globe Table Lamp
By Herda
Located in Amityville, NY
This is a single vintage 1970s table lamp with a modernist style with a white glass globe and a red
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
19th Century Italian Gilt Wooden Candlestick Converted Lamps
Located in Lomita, CA
. The lamps require a clip shade and the two shown are for demonstration purposes only. These are lovely
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
Jacques Biny Attributed Jupiter Desk Lamp for Aluminor
By Jacques Biny
Located in Montréal, QC
Jacques Biny attributed Jupiter desk lamp manufactured in the 1950s. Royal blue enamel on pierced
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Enamel
Pierre Casenove for Fondica France Gilt Metal Table Lamp
By Pierre Casenove, Fondica
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Fondica of France. Comes with a lovely clip on shade. Lamps dates from the late 1990's or early 2000's
Category
Early 2000s French Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mini White Hobnail Glass & Brass Boudoir Lamp w/ Shade
Located in San Francisco, CA
A petite, vintage, desk or dressing table lamp in white hobnail glass and detailed brass design
Category
Vintage 1940s Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid 20th Century Occupied Japan Figural Lamps - a Pair
Located in Canton, MA
Mid 20th Century occupied Japan figural lamps, a pair. A Pair of lamps made in the style of dresden
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain
Late Empire Lamp Dore Gold Finish Single Socket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A single late Empire lamp. Has the doré gold finish. With lady face plaques and lion paw feet. Has
Category
Antique 1890s French Empire Revival Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Chapman Heavy Brass Candelabra Fluted Column Table Lamps
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Fluted Column Scroll Feet Base Lamps
Uses small clip-on bulb shades (not included)
Approximate
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Black Stained Ash Popylight Lamp by Mademoiselle Jo
Located in Geneve, CH
Black Stained Ash Popylight Lamp by Mademoiselle Jo
Dimensions: Ø 23 x H 23.5 cm.
Materials: Black
Category
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Opaline Glass, Ash
Circa 1920s Antique Brass Lamp With Reticulated Brass Lampshade
Located in Cordova, SC
For your consideration is a fantastic brass table lamp with reticulated brass shade. I don’t know
Category
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Swedish, Freeform Table Lamp, Light Wood, Silk, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A freeform table lamp. Designed and produced in Sweden, 1950s. With brand new high-end lampshade on
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Silk, Wood
Louis SOGNOT Rattan Bamboo Fabric Table Lamp, France 1950s
By Louis Sognot
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This beautiful table lamp was designed and manufactured by Louis Sognot in France in the 1950s. It
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Fabric, Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Vintage Red and Black Desk Lamp with Metal Shade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An arresting 1980s adjustable desk lamp with round enameled black base and stem, red metal shade
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Glorious MId Century Danish Modern Atomic Fiberglass Shade Table Lamp 1950s
By Hansen Lighting Co., Frederic Weinberg
Located in Peoria, AZ
marvelous mid century lamp that features a Danish Modern styled design with fiberglass body and a clip on
Category
Mid-20th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Fiberglass, Wood
Mid-Century Chrome "Moon Light" Table Lamp, circa 1970s
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Mid-Century chrome "Moon Light" table lamp, circa 1970s. The lamp has a squat chrome base and a
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Folk Art Table Lamp of Dogwood Weaving Shuttles
Located in Hanover, MA
Vintage folk art table lamp made in the mid-20th century from three brass tipped weaving shuttles
Category
Vintage 1950s American Folk Art Table Lamps
Ross Lovegrove D36 “Agaricon” Table Lamp for Luceplan, Italy 1999
By Luce Plan, Ross Lovegrove
Located in London, GB
For sale is an iconic orange D36 “Agaricon” table lamp, designed by Ross Lovegrove in 1999 for
Category
1990s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
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A clip on lamp can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,150, while the lowest priced sells for $38 and the highest can go for as much as $14,000.
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- What is a French clip?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A French clip is a type of earring backing which is used for holding hair in place. One of the popular types of clip during the early 80s and 90s. On 1stDibs, there is a variety of vintage and antique French clips to meet your requirements.
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Roman Malakov DiamondsMarch 22, 2021An ear clip is a type of mechanism of attaching earrings to your ear. These are typically omega-backs but without posts. Ear clips are perfect for women who do not have pierced ears. - What is a dress clip?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A dress clip is a type of pin that typically accents a piece of clothing and can be styled on either the shirt collar of a jacket or the straps of a dress. Dress clips were originally worn in pairs, but today, a dress clip can also be worn as a brooch. Shop a range of vintage dress clips from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- What are earring clips called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Earring clips are simply called clip-on earrings or clip-ons. The first clip-on earrings were produced during the late 19th century and featured screw-back fasteners. In the 1930s, hinged clips first appeared on clip-ons, making the earrings easier to wear. As a result, clip-on earrings grew in popularity and were a major trend by the 1950s. Shop a large selection of clip-on earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Sometimes, people call clip-on earrings just clip-ons. Clip-on earrings also have names that describe their type. For example, hinged clip-on earrings feature a swinging clip fastener, while paddle backs have an adjustable tension bar for added security. Screw-back clips-ons must be turned to fasten. There are also slinging spring and magnetic styles. Explore a variety of clip-on earrings on 1stDibs.
- What is a clip post earring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023A clip post earring is an earring that features a backing called a French clip. It is a hinged, open wire that slides down over the post and rests against the back of the earlobe. Due to their backings, clip post earrings are less likely to rotate or shift during wear. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of French clip earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023A butterfly clip is a type of earring backing. It is a metal disc that rests on two loops that help stabilize and secure it. To use a butterfly clip, you simply slide it onto the round post attached to an earring. Explore a large collection of earrings on 1stDibs.
- Why are clip-on earrings better?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Clip-on earrings are better for some people owing to a few reasons. For starters, the earrings are undoubtedly better for you if you’d prefer not to have your ears pierced. Some people also feel that clip-ons are easier to get on and take off. In addition, those who love antique and vintage earrings will generally find that older pieces have clip closures rather than posts. (In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s.) On 1stDibs, find a large collection of clip-on earrings.
- Are clip-on earrings a thing?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Yes, clip-on earrings are a thing. They are earrings that feature backings that allow them to be worn on the ear, so it is possible to show off a pair without having ear piercings. Instead of slipping through a hole in the ear, clip-ons may be secured by a tension bar, a hinged clasp, a screw or even magnets. Explore a wide range of clip-on earrings on 1stDibs.
- Is a money clip worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Whether a money clip is worth it depends on your personal preferences. Some people prefer money clips because they are smaller and easier to carry or because they simply like their appearance. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of money clips.
- What are French clip earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023French clip earrings are a type of earring with a specific backing. The design is typically characterized by an open wire clip with a hinge that swings shut to fit over the post and rest against the back of the earlobe. A benefit of the French clip is that it helps to keep earrings from bending or shifting during wear. Explore a large selection of French clip earrings on 1stDibs.
- Do clip on earrings stay on?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, clip-on earrings can stay on, provided they are in good condition. Over time, the clips on the earrings may loosen and no longer stay securely in place. Also, it's important to tighten the earrings properly to help them stay on. If you're concerned about slippage, look for clip-ons that have non-slip, padded clips. On 1stDibs, find a variety of clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Clip-on earrings were popular during the 1950s and ’60s because many women didn't have their ears pierced but still wanted to wear earrings. During the 1930s, jewelry makers introduced new hinged closures for clip-ons that made the earrings easier to wear. As a result, more women found clip-on earrings to be appealing. Plus, the emergence of the middle class following World War II meant more women had expendable income to spend on luxuries like jewelry. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of clip-on earrings.
- How do clip-on earrings stay on?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023How clip-on earrings stay on comes down to their hardware. Every pair of clip-on earrings has a closure or clasp that helps to secure them in place. However, the designs vary. Options include screws, hinges, paddle backs, sliding springs and even magnets. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of clip-on earrings.
- Are clip-on earrings any good?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Yes, many people feel that clip-on earrings are good. Clip-ons make it possible for those who don't have piercings to wear earrings every day or for special occasions. Plus, some people find clip-on earrings easier to put on and take off because they don't have to be slipped through the ear. Many antique and vintage earrings are clip-ons, so individuals who collect pieces like Victorian, Edwardian or Art Deco earrings may own several pairs. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Whether clip-on earrings are better than piercings is a matter of personal opinion. People who don't wear earrings regularly may prefer clip-ons because they won't have to worry about piercings closing. Others may find that pierced earrings are more comfortable. Explore a large assortment of earrings from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023To wear vintage clip-on earrings properly, first position them so that the decorative part is in front of your ear and the backing is behind it. Clip-ons feature a variety of backings, but regardless of type, the clips should generally be positioned so that the open part faces the ceiling and the hinge or closed part is near the earlobe. Once you have the earrings in place, secure the clasp. This may involve squeezing a clip or turning a screw or fastener. On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023To get clip-on earrings to stay on, first ensure that they're in good condition. If the fasteners are loose, take them to an expert jewelry repairer to have them tightened. Many types of clip-on earrings need to be adjusted for tightness once in place. You may need to push on a tensioner or twist a screw to tighten them. You may also want to consider adding non-slip grips to the clips for added security. Explore a collection of clip-on earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023No, clip-on earrings don't need piercings. In fact, a big part of the appeal of clip-on earrings is that they allow anyone to dress up their ears with jewelry, even if they haven't had their lobes pierced. Clip-ons are available with many styles of fasteners, including screw backs, clear invisible backs, cuffs, sliding springs and even magnets. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of clip-on earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023Why people wear clip-on earrings varies. Some people don't want their ears pierced but love how earrings look, so they wear clip-ons. Individuals with pierced ears may also choose to wear clip-on earrings because they find particular pieces attractive. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of clip-on earrings.
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