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1.10ct. Natural Ruby Diamonds Designer Clip Earrings 14kt IJM
Located in New York, NY
Asscher cut rubies and diamonds designer clip earrings. 1ct. rubies, full brilliant cut clean
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2010s American Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Designer Baguette Crystal Crescent Clip Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Fabulous Designer Brilliantly made Crescent Clip Earrings set with tapered fishtail Baguette
Category

Early 2000s American Clip-on Earrings

Designer Baguette Crystal Crescent Clip Earrings
Designer Baguette Crystal Crescent Clip Earrings
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W 1.25 in L 1.25 in
Vintage gold designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS • 1" by 1
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold butterfly clip on designer earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer runway earrings MEASUREMENTS
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage GIVENCHY gold clip on designer earrings
By Givenchy
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed GIVENCHY • gold tone • vintage designer runway earrings MEASUREMENTS
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold rhinestone clip on designer earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer runway earrings
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold rhinestone clip on designer earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer runway earrings
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold rhinestone clip on designer earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer runway earrings
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold rope designer clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer runway earrings MEASUREMENTS
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold rhinestone leaf designer clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer clip on earrings
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage huge gold designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS • 1.88" by
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage GIVENCHY gold designer runway clip on earrings
By Givenchy
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed GIVENCHY • gold tone • vintage designer clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS • 1
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold rhinestone designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer clip on earrings
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold enamel rhinestone designer clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with enamel and rhinestones • vintage designer clip on earrings
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold star nautical clip on designer earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer runway earrings MEASUREMENTS
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold enamel nautical clip on designer earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with enamel • vintage designer runway earrings MEASUREMENTS
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold enamel nautical clip on designer earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with enamel • vintage designer runway earrings MEASUREMENTS
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold jewel clip on designer runway earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold plated with glass canochons • vintage designer runway earrings
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage SWAROVSKI gold crystsl clip on designer earrings
By Swarovski
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed SWAROVSKI swan logo • gold tone with crystals • vintage designer runway
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold rhinestone designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer runway earrings
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Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold rhinestone designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer runway earrings
Category

Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage MONET gold designer runway clip on earrings
By Monet
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed MONET • gold tone with lucite • vintage designer runway earrings MEASUREMENTS
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Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage TRIFARI gold designer runway clip on earrings
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed TRIFARI • gold tone • vintage designer runway earrings MEASUREMENTS
Category

Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage MONET matte gold designer clip on earrings
By Monet
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed MONET • gold tone • vintage designer runway earrings MEASUREMENTS • 1.18
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vtg gold silver designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold and silver tone • vintage designer runway earrings MEASUREMENTS • 1
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vtg gold enamel designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with enamel • vintage designer runway earrings MEASUREMENTS
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vtg gold glass designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass • vintage designer runway earrings MEASUREMENTS
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold textured designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer runway earrings MEASUREMENTS • 1" by 0.63
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20th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold rhinestone designer runway clip one earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with rhinestone • vintage designer runway earrings MEASUREMENTS
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20th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Vintage HOBE gold beaded designer clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed HOBE • gold tone with beads • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • 1.25
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20th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Vintage matte gold modernist designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS • 1.75" by
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage GIVENCHY gold rope designer runway clip on earrings
By Givenchy
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned GIVENCHY • gold tone • vintage designer clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold jewel rhinestone designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer clip on earrings
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold red glass designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass • vintage designer clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold rhinestone star designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with rhinestone • vintage designer clip on earrings
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold coin lucite designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with lucite • vintage designer clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold enamel flower designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with enamel • vintage designer clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage TRIFARI gold glass designer runway clip on earrings
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed TRIFARI • gold tone with glass • vintage designer clip on earrings
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold pearl rope designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone pearl and rope • vintage designer clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage silver sapphire glass designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • silver tone with glass • vintage designer clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold purple rhinestone designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with resin stones • vintage designer clip on earrings
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold enamel modernist designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with enamel • vintage designer clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold enamel modernist designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with enamel • vintage designer clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold rhinestone massive designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer clip on earrings
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold green enamel designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with enamel • vintage designer clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage PATRICIA LOCKE gold rhinestones designer clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed PATRICIA LOCKE • gold tone rhinestones • vintage designer clip on earrings
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage silver black rhinestone designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed • silver tone with rhinestones • vintage designer clip on earrings
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage Egyptian gold dangle designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass cabochons • vintage designer clip on earrings
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold amethyst glass designer drop clip on earrings
By Juliana
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass stones • vintage designer clip on earrings
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold watermelon glass designer drop clip on earrings
By Juliana
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass stones • vintage designer clip on earrings
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold flower rhinestones designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass • vintage designer clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold watermelon glass designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass • vintage designer clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage unique gold enamel glass designer clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass and enamel • vintage designer clip on earrings
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold enamel rhinestone designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed • gold tone with enamel and rhinestones • vintage designer clip on earrings
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold enamel rhinestone designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with enamel and rhinestones • vintage designer clip on earrings
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold pearl rhinestone designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with pearls and rhinestones • vintage designer clip on earrings
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold cameo enamel rhinestones designer clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with enamel and rhinestones • vintage designer clip on earrings
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold rhinestones pearl designer runway clip on earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with pearls and rhinestones • vintage designer clip on earrings
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage MARVELLA gold rhinestone pearl designer clip on earrings
By Marvella
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed MARVELLA • gold tone with rhinestones and pearls • vintage designer clip on
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold enamel rhinestone flower designer clip on earrings
By Juliana
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with enamel and rhinestones • vintage designer clip on earrings
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

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Designer Clip Earrings For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of designer clip earrings for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 2925 vintage versions or 786 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 19th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of designer clip earrings to choose from, but contemporary and modern designer clip earrings are of considerable interest. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Christian Dior, Chanel and David Webb produced popular versions that are worth a look. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 614 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. There are many round cut, brilliant cut and cabochon designer clip earrings for sale. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of designer clip earrings, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Designer Clip Earrings?

Prices for designer clip earrings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $10 and can go as high as $247,000, while designer clip earrings, on average, fetch $810.

Finding the Right clip-on-earrings for You

Crafted to match every color palette, mood or whim, a luxurious pair of vintage clip-on earrings, like any pair of earrings, goes a long way toward completing a look and contributing to the rich form of self-expression that is accessorizing with your favorite jewelry.

Everyone loves a glamorous pair of earrings, but not everyone wants their ears pierced. That’s where a dazzling pair of clip-ons comes in.

Wearing earrings goes back thousands of years, but ear piercing didn’t really become popular in the United States until the 1950s and ’60s. Over the years, jewelry designers have endeavored to create all kinds of clip-on earrings to provide jewelry lovers with a way to express themselves by wearing their favorite adornments without having to undergo the piercing process.

Whether it’s the extravagant diamond clip-on drop earrings or chandelier earrings that flappers donned during Art Deco’s heyday — short hair was in style during the era, so women favored big, bold earrings — or if subdued pearl earrings, platinum earrings (a particularly versatile choice) or a contemporary variety is your thing, clip-on earrings have been made in all kinds of styles over the years.

Clip-on earrings continue to be a comfortable alternative to the traditional iteration, and these accessories are as stylish and adaptable to both casual and formal wear as they’ve ever been.

Explore a vast range of vintage clip-on earrings on 1stDibs now, and find the perfect pair for any ensemble. Our collection includes striking clip-on earrings by David Webb, Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels and others.

Questions About Designer Clip Earrings
  • An 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Clip-on earrings may hurt your ears due to the tension that the backings apply on the lobes. If your earrings have adjustable backs, try fastening them less tightly to reduce discomfort. You can also purchase cushions that stick onto the backings to help ease pressure. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of clip-on earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    No, clip-on earrings don't pierce your ears. Instead of slipping through a piercing, a clip-on earring attaches to the surface of your earlobe with a fastener. Depending on the design of the earrings, the fastener may be a hinged clip, a screw, a tension bar or even a magnet. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of clip-on earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Earring 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, 2023
    Sometimes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    A 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, 2023
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Clip-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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    French 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, 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, 2023
    Clip-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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    How 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Yes, 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, 2023
    Yes, you can use clip-on earrings on pierced ears. The different kinds of clasps featured on clip-ons will still secure them to your earlobes if you have a piercing. However, wearing clip-ons exclusively could cause your piercings to gradually close up over time. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of clip-on earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    How you use vintage clip-on earrings depends on what type of backing they have. Some simply feature a hinged clip that you open, slip over your ear and then press gently to close. Others may require you to turn a screw or shift a tension bar. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of vintage clip-on earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Yes, clip-on earrings are still a thing. Some makers continue to produce earrings with clip-on backs to suit the needs of those without pierced ears or who want jewelry that is easy to put on and take off. In addition, many people continue to wear antique and vintage clip-ons. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of clip-on earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Most vintage earrings are clip-ons largely due to how beliefs about piercings have changed over the years. It was only during the 1980s and ’90s that many women began piercing their ears. Prior to that, many women didn't have piercings and could only wear clip-ons, so makers produced earrings to suit their customer base. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of vintage earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Whether 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, 2023
    To 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.