This Is the Next Big Earring Trend (and We Mean BIG)
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We're all for a statement earring on the daily, whether it's dressing up denim or as a flashy finish to evening attire. Sleek, sculptural shapes and modern, natural forms have been the look du jour as of late, but per the Fall/Winter 2018 collections, a high-wattage update is upon us: rhinestone and crystal earrings. Imbued with '80s glamour (a common theme for the season), these bold earrings are more than a sparkly accent, they're utterly extreme, appearing in the form of gleaming crystal clusters, décolletage-skimming rhinestone fringe, glittering art deco shapes, and beyond. Wham, glam!
But why wait for Fall to start rocking the trend? We assembled 10 showstopping styles to start wearing now with everything from jeans and a t-shirt to tuxedo-style suits and dresses designed for after hours. Ahead, peruse versions from the runway, then shop our edit, with options starting at just $10. In this case, the more dramatic, the better.
Tom Ford
Kaia Gerber modeled dramatic crystal clusters at Tom Ford's Fall/Winter 2018 show.
Zadig & Voltaire
Hailey Baldwin strutted the Zadig & Voltaire Fall/Winter 2018 runway in extralong rhinestone danglers.
Brandon Maxwell
Joan Smalls showcased gleaming art deco drops at Brandon Maxwell's Fall/Winter 2018 show.
Jason Wu
Vittoria Ceretti sauntered down Jason Wu's Fall/Winter 2018 runway in net-covered crystal earrings.
Brock Collection
Brock Collection showed sparkling drops at its Fall/Winter 2018 show.
Geometric Fringe
Express's Crossover Rhinestone Fringe Drop Earrings ($30) come with fresh geometric detailing.
Swishy Rhinestones
For a shoulder-grazing style, give Alessandra Rich's Fringed Silver-Tone Crystal Clip Earrings ($330) a go.
Swingy Fringe
H&M's Long Rhinestone Earrings ($13) feature clustered crystals on the earlobes and swingy fringe on bottom.
Chain Tassels
Not into crystals? Glittering chain tassels are a striking alternative, like this pair of Oscar de la Renta Metal Chain Tassel Clip Earrings ($440).
Ear-Climbing Crystals
Mango's Faceted Crystal Earrings ($30) appear as if they're crawling up your lobes.
Embellished Chandeliers
Made with Swarovski crystal, these Ben-Amun Embellished Chandelier Earrings ($260) are elegant and impactful.
Dramatic Stud Drops
Baublebar's Primadonna Drop Earrings ($18, originally $36) cascade to chin length with glittering ease.
Rhinestone Clusters
Forever 21's Rhinestone Cluster Drop Earrings ($10) are flecked with beads for added glam.