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What do Creole Hoop Earrings Mean?

What do Creole Hoop Earrings Mean?

What do Creole Hoop Earrings Mean?

Creole hoop earrings are often used to describe a particular style of earring, which has been around for decades. Creole Earrings have been worn by millions of women globally and today, it's still one of the most sought styles in fashion jewellery.

18ct Yellow Gold Creole Hoop Earrings

This unique type of earring comes with an intricate design that can be worn by women of all ages. It's thought that the Creole earrings were originally crafted in New Orleans, Louisiana, and over time, they were distributed to be sold around the world.

The name 'Creole' was actually given to the style because it only originated from a very specific cluster of people African Americans. The Creole earrings were created as a form of expression that was inspired by their African ancestry. The jewellery style is associated with Africa to this day, and it's regarded as one of the most historic design styles ever created. This is quite similar to evil eye jewellery which plays a significant part in many cultures. 

Creole earrings have appeared in movies and television shows played an important role in history and become so well-loved by women over the past several decades. Its popularity still spreads like wildfire on the runways of the world's most famous designers and jewellery suppliers.

Real Gold Hoops were also a significant piece of African jewellery in ancient history. The ancient designs are also complex but they never really elevated to mainstream fashion until Creole earrings became popular everywhere.

 

 

Why are Creole or Huggies hoop earrings attractive?

Hoops may be the most universally flattering shape, and their versatility in style is hard to beat. If you're looking for a more affordable statement earring with lots of personalities (and let's face it, these days we all need that) then hoops might just be your answer! Have them in gold or silver, studded or not; worn solo or stacked up high on top of each other. The possibilities really are endless when it comes to hoop earrings.

There are endless styles of hoops, to name some solid gold hoop Huggies, small gold hoops, creole white gold hoops, teardrop hoops, and the list is endless.

If you like to experiment with small gold stud earrings, then the creole hoops and gold Huggies will make a great addition to your collection.

The Huggies are the more luxurious version of the hoops, as they're made with a larger band that hugs right above your earlobe. These types of hoop earrings look amazing when worn on their own, but you can also stack them up by pairing them with other shapes and styles.

Wearing hoop earrings for the first time may seem intimidating, but they are actually quite simple to style. They can be worn anywhere and with any outfit, making them a valuable accessory every fashionista needs.

Along with other favourite accessories like bracelets or necklaces, hoops make the perfect addition to collection of jewellery pieces.

 

Creole Hoop Earrings

Creole hoops vs Gold Huggies

Creole hoops are a pair of earrings with a hinged opening that allows for easy insertion and removal. They are usually seen dangling from the ears, unlike the Huggies which hug the ears. A typical creole hoop is 8mm wide while typical Huggies size range from 6mm to 16mm

Hoops earrings from Auric are available in 18ct Yellow Gold and 18ct White gold.

18k Gold Hoops Earrings are a leaner, more simple way to wear the trend. Our 18ct Real Gold Earrings have just the right amount of edge and elegance- to start your collection.