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Italian 24 kt. gold-plated clip earrings with rhinestones, bow-shaped
By New Italian Art
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant pair of Italian bow-shaped earrings with clips in the back. The earrings are 24 kt. gold
Category

1990s Italian Revival Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Other, 24k Gold

AW17 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Thimble Clip on Earrings Gold Metal Bijoux
By Moschino
Located in Palm Springs, CA
AW17 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Thimble Clip on Earrings Gold Metal Bijoux Additional
Category

2010s Italian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold

Chanel Faux Pearl Quilted Earrings
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Faux Pearl Quilted Earrings with clip back fittings from the 1990's. Excellent condition
Category

1990s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

SS15 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Metal Gold Pumps Clip-on Earrings Barbie
By Jeremy Scott
Located in Palm Springs, CA
SS15 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Metal Gold Pumps Clip-on Earrings Barbie Additional Information
Category

2010s Italian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold

Maison Gripoix for Chanel Hammered Flower Earrings
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Maison Gripoix Chanel hammered gilt and ruby paste bead flower earrings with clip back
Category

Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Concave Hoop Earrings
By St. John
Located in New York, NY
Unusual black enamelled concaved hoop earrings with clip back fittings. Very striking large scale
Category

Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

Chanel pearls earrings
By Chanel
Located in Rubiera, RE
Chanel Large lobe earrings with clips. Golden filigree metal and pearls. Rounded shape with clip on
Category

Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Chanel pearls earrings
Chanel pearls earrings
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SS20 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Skeleton Silver Clip on Earrings 'Trick/Chic'
By Jeremy Scott
Located in Palm Springs, CA
SS20 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Skeleton Silver Clip on Earrings 'Trick/Chic' Additional
Category

2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Silver

10.00ctw Citrine, 2.70ctw Diamond, Onyx 18K Ear Clips
Located in New Orleans, LA
and sparkling white white diamond statement earrings. With clip backs. Fashioned in 18kt gold with
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

Bulgari Style Gold Door Knocker Earrings, Ciner
By Ciner NY
Located in New York, NY
Bold Bulgari Style Gold Door Knocker Earrings by Ciner, NY. Gold plated articulated earrings with
Category

1990s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

SS20 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Gold Cat Eye Clip On Earrings Trick or Chic
By Jeremy Scott
Located in Palm Springs, CA
SS20 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Gold Cat Eye Clip On Earrings Trick or Chic Additional
Category

2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold

Ciner Invisibly Set Emerald Earrings
By Ciner
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Ciner Invisibly Set Emerald Earrings with clip back fittings. Set with vari sized emerald
Category

Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Rhodium

Vintage Diamond Turquoise White Gold Flutter Fan Clip on Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
This Exquisite Vintage Flutter & Fan Design turquoise earrings with Clip On Earrings,  Crafted in
Category

Vintage 1960s North American Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold

Miriam Haskell Coral and Shell Motif Earrings
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Miriam Haskell Shell Motif Earrings with clip fittings. A turquoise resin shell is set
Category

Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

SS20 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Witch Hat Matte Black Clip on Earrings Trick
By Moschino
Located in Palm Springs, CA
SS20 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Witch Hat Matte Black Clip on Earrings Trick Additional
Category

2010s Italian Clip-on Earrings

14K White Gold Pear Cut Ruby Diamond Dangle Earrings with Clip on Lock
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Ruby Dangle earrings to make a statement with your look. These earrings create a sparkling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Yves Saint Laurent Marquise Earrings
By Maison Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent Marquise Earrings with clip back fittings. Unusually cut crystals which look
Category

1990s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Silver Plate

Yves Saint Laurent Marquise Earrings
Yves Saint Laurent Marquise Earrings
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W 1 in L 1.5 in
SS20 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Witch Broom Clip on Gold Earrings Trick /Chic
By Jeremy Scott
Located in Palm Springs, CA
SS20 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Witch Broom Clip on Gold Earrings Trick /chic Additional
Category

2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold

Miriam Haskell Ruby Cabochon and Crystal Earrings
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell Ruby Cabochon and Crystal Earrings with clip back fittings from the 1940's. A large
Category

Vintage 1940s American Artisan Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Brass, Gilt Metal

Miriam Haskell Layered Filigree Flower Earrings
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell Layered Filigree Flower Earrings with clip back fittings. Floriform filigrees are
Category

Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

18K White Gold Diamond Bridal Firework Statement Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
, stunning for daily use. Features 18K white gold 2.02 carat total weight in diamond Post earring with clip
Category

2010s North American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Elaborate Woven Cut Steel Bead Earrings by Leru
Located in New York, NY
Elaborate and dimensional, woven cut steel beaded earrings with clip back fittings by Leru from the
Category

Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal, Steel

Faux Gemstone Gold-tone Earrings and Station Chain Link Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
-emerald cabochon centers. Matching oval faux-emerald earrings with clip backs. Earrings: 0.75"H x 0.55"L
Category

Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Schiaparelli Lava and Aurora Borealis Earclips
By House of Schiaparelli
Located in New York, NY
Elsa Schiaparelli's iridiscent lava stone and aurora borealis earrings with clip back fittings
Category

Vintage 1950s French Clip-on Earrings

Miriam Haskell Carved Gripoix Glass Leaf Earrings
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Miriam Haskell carved french Gripoix glass leaf earrings with clip back fittings. Made with
Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

SS20 Moschino Couture Jeremy Scott Gold Electroplated Pumpkin Earrings Halloween
By Jeremy Scott
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Galvanic Golden Bijoux earrings with clip back closure Pumpkin Shape Motif "Moschino Made in Italy
Category

2010s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold

Carolee Faux Pearl, Rhinestone & Black Enamel Tassel Earrings, 1980's
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vintage Carolee faux pearl, rhinestone and black enamel tassel earrings with clip on hardware. The
Category

Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Fraleoni 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Rubies Emeralds Sapphires Earrings
Located in Rome, IT
18 kt. white gold clip-on earrings with 6.20 carats of round-cut diamonds, 2.10 carats of brown
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Miriam Haskell Pale Pink Beaded Earclips
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell Pale Pink Beaded Earrings with clip back fittings. Resin beads in rose and
Category

Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Base Metal

Miriam Haskell Pale Pink Beaded Earclips
Miriam Haskell Pale Pink Beaded Earclips
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W 1 in L 1.25 in
High jewelry earrings, Vincent Michel
Located in Lausanne, CH
Earrings with clip system, (addition of posts on request) in 750 white gold set with 204 natural
Category

2010s Swiss Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Iconic 24K Gold Chanel 1980s Jumbo Interlocking 'C' Hoop Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
circa 1980s! Large solid gold plated hoop earrings with clip on backs and a signature Chanel
Category

Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Louis ROUSSELET, Old clip-on Earrings, in glass, FRANCE 1940
By Louis Rousselet
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Sublime old EARRINGS with Clips, 40s vintage, by famous French designer LOUIS ROUSSELET, dimension
Category

Vintage 1940s French Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Mixed Metal

Vintage Cartier Earrings 18k Gold Clip-On Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A pair of rare vintage Cartier 18k gold earrings with clip-on closure. The earrings have an amazing
Category

Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Earrings 18k Gold Clip-On Estate Jewelry
Vintage Cartier Earrings 18k Gold Clip-On Estate Jewelry
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H 0.88 in W 0.75 in D 0.63 in
Louis ROUSSELET, Old clip-on Earrings, glass paste flower, FRANCE 1960
By Louis Rousselet
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Sublime old EARRINGS with Clips, 60s vintage, glass paste flower, by famous French designer LOUIS
Category

Vintage 1960s French Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Mixed Metal

Clip-on Earrings with Colorful Cabochons
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Clip-on gilded metal earrings paved with colored glass paste cabochons Additional information
Category

Vintage 1960s French Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Clip-on Earrings with Colorful Cabochons
Clip-on Earrings with Colorful Cabochons
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H 1.19 in W 1.26 in
Diamond Clip Earrings with Bow Motif
Located in Wailea, HI
Diamond Clip Earrings with Bow motif: Born in the 70's they have a nice weight to them (not
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond Clip Earrings with Bow Motif
Diamond Clip Earrings with Bow Motif
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W 0.5 in D 0.5 in L 0.88 in
Onyx Clip-On Earrings with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The earrings are finely crafted in 14k yellow gold with emerald cut onyx and round diamonds
Category

Vintage 1940s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold

Christian Lacroix Clip-on Earrings with Rhinestones
By Christian Lacroix
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Christian Lacroix (Made in France) Silver plated clip-on earrings paved with rhinestones
Category

Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Silver Plate

Kenzo Jeweled Clip Earrings with Floral Pearls
By Kenzo
Located in Atlanta, GA
These romantic Kenzo Paris signed clip-on earrings feature a floral shape with gilt metal all
Category

Late 20th Century French Romantic Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Kenzo Jeweled Clip Earrings with Floral Pearls
Kenzo Jeweled Clip Earrings with Floral Pearls
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W 1.26 in L 1.42 in
Lucite with emerald set clip-on earrings
Located in New York, NY
These simple yet elegant clip-on earrings are in lucite with an faux emerald setting with a gold
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Rose Gold Contemporary Clip-On Earrings with Rhodolite
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary clip-on earrings with rhodolites (11x9 mm each, rectangular cut) belong to Tea
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Rhodolite, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Dior Silvery Metal Clip-on Earrings with Rhinestones
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in France) Silvery metal clip-on earrings ornamented with rhinestones. Additional
Category

Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Chanel Clip-On Earrings with Bakelite Fourèleaf, 1994
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal clip-on earrings with a bakelite four clover centered with a
Category

1990s French Clip-on Earrings

Earrings Clips in Gold Metal Paved with Rhinestones
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Earrings clips in gold metal paved with rhinestones. Unsigned. Additional information: Dimensions
Category

1990s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Cartier White Gold Clip Earrings Paved with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Paris, FR
CARTIER 18 carats white Gold clip-on Earrings paved with Diamonds Signed Cartier and numbered
Category

1990s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yves Saint Laurent Clip-on Earrings with Rhinestones
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent (Made in France) Gilted metal clip-on earrings paved with green and blue
Category

Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Black Lucite Dangle Clip Earrings with Multicolor Inclusions
Located in Atlanta, GA
These lovely Lucite or Resin dangling clip-on earrings were made in Italy. They feature an
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Gold tone with multicoloured stones clip on earrings
Located in Capri, IT
Gold tone with multicoloured stones clip on earrings
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Clip-on Earrings

May Clip On Earrings
By Bounkit
Located in New York, NY
The May Earrings, exude a captivating charm that's perfect for summer. Their vintage and retro
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Leyla Clip On Earrings
By Bounkit
Located in New York, NY
The Leyla Earrings, exude a captivating charm that's perfect for summer. Their vintage and retro
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

DIOR Hoop Clips Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
The clips are signed CHRISTIAN DIOR. They represent two hoop earrings in metal gilded with fine
Category

1990s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

DIOR Hoop Clips Earrings
DIOR Hoop Clips Earrings
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Shannon Clip On Earrings
By Bounkit
Located in New York, NY
The Shannon Earrings, crafted from semi-precious stones, offer a versatile removable bottom
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Martha Clip On Earrings
By Bounkit
Located in New York, NY
Each earring features a practical hook, allowing you to add a drop and effortlessly transform your
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Rhinestone clip on earrings
Located in New York, NY
These '60s rhinestones clips on earrings are simple, yet elegant. Center stone is round with
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Clip-on Earrings

Rhinestone clip on earrings
Rhinestone clip on earrings
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1980s Shrimp Style Clip-On Earrings with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
The earrings are finely crafted in 14k yellow gold with diamonds weighing approximately total of
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Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Monies Wave Clip Earrings
By Monies Gerda Lynggaard
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Acrylic and gold foil triangle clip. Can be worn on either ear to show the gold or the acrylic
Category

2010s Danish Modern Clip-on Earrings

Monies Wave Clip Earrings
Monies Wave Clip Earrings
W 2.5 in D 0.6 in L 1.25 in
Karl Lagerfeld Gilt Metal Clip Earrings with Black Intaglio
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Atlanta, GA
Karl Lagerfeld Paris designed these lovely clip-on earrings. The pieces feature a round gilt metal
Category

1990s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Studded Bakelite Clip Earrings
By Diva
Located in New York, NY
Unusual bakelite earrings studded with gilt balls. Clipback fittings by Diva, 1980s. Excellent
Category

Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

Valentino Golden Metal Clip-On Earrings with Resin Cabochons
By Valentino
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Valentino - Golden metal clip-on earrings with resin cabochons. Additional information: Condition
Category

Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Dior Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings with Rhinestones, 1969
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in Germany) Golden metal clip-on earrings with rhinestones and glass paste cabochons
Category

Vintage 1960s German Clip-on Earrings

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Earrings With Clips For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of earrings with clips for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, these items were constructed with great care. Find a collection of 31175 vintage versions or 9357 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 18th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of earrings with clips made by contemporary jewelers — as well as those associated with modern — are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Chanel, Tiffany & Co. and Van Cleef & Arpels are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but diamond versions, from our inventory of 11258, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A selection of round cut, brilliant cut and cabochon can be found today on these pages. Most of our earrings with clips for sale are for women, but there are 6298 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Earrings With Clips?

On average, earrings with clips at 1stDibs sell for $2,649, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $2,500,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Earrings for You

In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.

Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and 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 between 2600 and 2500 B.C.

Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.

While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.

Questions About Earrings With Clips
  • 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    To 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, 2023
    No, 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, 2023
    Why 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.