Ear cuffs for ears made of gold, silver, wire. How to wear jewelry, how to make cuffs with your own hands. Master Class

Among the innovations of the variety in the fashion world, it is difficult to maintain individuality and uniqueness. Mods are tirelessly experimenting with their appearance. Lovers of jewelry have long discovered a real work of art - cuff earrings. And the designers have developed unique models.

What are ear cuffs

Ear cuffs are a universal female decoration, from English this word is translated as "ear cuffs" because of the main type of cuff fastening. Outwardly extravagant, impressive in size, not requiring an obligatory puncture in the earlobe. They are attached to the auricle, decorate the temporal part, hair, neck. Initially, it involves a single decoration, but there are also paired types.

Features and Benefits

The main advantage of ear cuffs is the ease of fastening, thanks to which it is not necessary to pierce the earlobe to put on the jewelry. These ear accessories are often confused with clips, which can also be worn without punctures.

But cuffs have distinctive advantages:

• Better grip thanks to the clip that covers the entire ear. If the jewelry is worn correctly, it will not cause discomfort when wearing.
• The attachment does not exert pressure due to the even distribution of the weight of the earrings over the entire ear.
• Heavy massive jewelry will not spoil or pull the earlobe, since the weight is not concentrated in one area of ​​the ear.
• The mount helps not only to securely fix the jewelry, but also focuses on the entire auricle. And some models decorate hair, temples, neck.

Ear cuffs may also differ in the way of fastening:

• The most comfortable - with the help of the hook behind the ear (you can choose a suitable option for the features of the structure of the ears).
• Simplest - with a clamp. Such models do not require a puncture in the earlobe, they are attached to the upper or middle part of the ear. The mount consists of special cuff rings, which allows you to wear earrings at any age.
• The most reliable - with the help of the hook behind the ear, simultaneously with the puncture for the lobe. The stud earring is worn in the hole of the earlobe, and the top of the earrings lies on the top of the ear. The double attachment allows you to more securely fix the earring on your ear.

Kinds

Earrings have gained recognition among various representatives of subcultures, due to their diversity of types. Designers and fashion designers have developed many types of these earrings. Each one is distinguished by the originality of the ornament, can be decorated with stones, flowers and are made of different metals.

When choosing cuffs, it is advisable to give preference to precious metals and stones. Such decoration will keep its appearance longer.

A strict, restrained style will help create pearl models. For business and office looks, minimalist style cuffs in the form of miniature clips are designed. There are also spectacular images that adorn the ear and hair with a chain at the same time. You can also find cuffs in the form of images of various animals: birds, snakes, butterflies, lizards and others.

Among punks, rockers, goth cuffs are popular in the form of spikes, skulls, crosses.Representatives of ethnic subcultures are chosen in the form of elven ears, plants, insects.

Feather ear cuffs were created in the likeness of the culture of the Indians. These earrings are more used in ethnic outfits. Not only women, but also men showed interest in cuffs. Ease of use without the need for an ear piercing was immediately appreciated.

Product material

Ear cuffs can be made of any metal. They will ideally help to emphasize the luxury of jewelry, status, brightness of the owner of cuffs made of gold, silver or platinum. Due to its composition, such jewelry can be stored for many years, cannot be changed and does not cause allergies to jewelry alloys.

Who is suitable for

In order not to be mistaken in your choice, you must definitely try on and understand how with the help of decoration you can emphasize the advantages and hide the shortcomings. It is necessary to choose such jewelry not only on the basis of social status, it is also necessary to take into account the traditional way of life of a person.

How well kafs fit depends on the shape of the face. Any jewelry model is suitable for an oval face. You should take a closer look at the choice of cuffs for representatives of a square or triangular face. It is better to choose models for the earlobe. Long and voluminous can emphasize the angular shape of the face.

It is recommended to choose cuffs with special structures of the face and neck with caution. In this case, it is better to choose discreet jewelry without drawing special attention to these parts of the body. It will be disadvantageous that they stand out against the background of the head of miniature persons. Massive jewelry is suitable for large facial features.

Ear cuffs are also advantageous to choose according to their colors. All shades of blue, purple, gold and orange are suitable for blue eyes. Malachite, turquoise and garnet colors will look beautiful with green and gray eyes. Earrings decorated with pearls, amber and rock crystal are suitable for dark eyes.

There is no need to choose cuffs of similar hair color, so the earrings will remain invisible and will not produce the desired effect. It is not necessary to carry out a painful procedure for piercing the ears of children. Bright, original decorations are suitable for children of any age. For people in adulthood, it is advisable to choose products from precious metals and stones.

Which ear to wear kafs

There is no hard and fast rule for choosing an ear for this accessory. Mostly ear cuffs are made for one ear. Manufacturers often create universal models that fit the right or left ear. For those who are not ready for such a "zest" in the image, paired cuffs are produced.

It is advisable to wear large, voluminous models only on one ear. In exceptional cases, for special occasions, you can allow to wear a pair model. For lovers of asymmetry, you can put on a discreet stud earring on your other ear. This image will not look the best on ears with pronounced asymmetry.

Small ear cuffs look more modest, they can be worn on both ears, or combined with ordinary earrings.

Most men, in order to avoid notoriety, do not dare to such decoration.However, those who use ear cuffs try to keep track of which ear is best to use. An earring in the right ear means gay, and an earring in the left is considered a sign of style. And earrings in both ears may indicate bisexuality. But more often this also refers to complementing the image.

What hairstyle to wear

The purpose of decoration is to emphasize and draw the attention of others. Therefore, these earrings are made for haircuts with short hair. No need to worry about styling. It is enough to choose a piece of jewelry for the occasion.

Long hair is desirable to tidy up in any high hairstyle to open ears and face. Having collected it in a "Ponytail" or in a "shell", the jewelry will be clearly visible and there will be no tangle in the hair. Bulky and bright earrings will look great with a strict hairstyle.

For everyday wear where the dress code is required, it is advisable to choose discreet options or symmetrical cuffs. Earrings with patterns or with weaving will create a romantic look with a French braid hairstyle.

If you choose an image with loose hair, then it would be more correct to collect the hair behind the ear on one side. It is better to do this with special styling products. With such a hairstyle, cuffs of an asymmetric model will look spectacular. Cafes, attached on one side to the ear, and on the other side with a comb to the hair, will look original.

What clothes to wear kafs with

Stylists advise to carefully consider the image before purchasing an unusual accessory. Ear cuffs can emphasize the uniqueness in style or, on the contrary, create a sign of bad taste for the owner. And when choosing these jewelry, it is advisable to give up large bracelets or necklaces so as not to "overload" the image.

Cuff earrings with precious stones, massive, voluminous are ideal for evening dresses. A little glamor will add pendants with feathers, rhinestones, chains to a cocktail outfit.In a business style and with classic clothes, cuffs can also be appropriate. To do this, it is enough to choose small-sized earrings made of silver with a discreet decoration.

Skulls, spiders, snakes or dragons made of metal will go well with brutal looks. Leather outfits, clothes in black colors will complement the image.

Ear cuffs are suitable for everyday use. Relying on the mood, it is better to choose models from non-precious metals. The creators tried to diversify forms and types to brighten up everyday life.

In the cold season, wearing a sweater, scarf or hood, it is recommended to wear cuffs with a combined fastening. It is worth giving up such decoration in places of high activity. For example, in nightclubs or gyms, there is a risk of losing jewelry. Also, with careless movements, the cuffs can catch or damage part of the ear.

How to put on

Simple metals make the earrings easy to put on and bend. Ear cuffs can be attached to any part of the ear, are easily folded and are comfortable to wear both on the upper part of the ear and in the middle. It is recommended to wear heavy earrings before a long event to avoid fatigue.

You need to bend the decoration once:

1. With a bow - this mount is not noticeable to others. It seems that the earring is glued to the ear. A special hook-arc allows you to attach the jewelry to any ear structure. This type of earrings should be put on from the earlobe, lift the jewelry up and fasten the clip to the cartilage.
2. With a clamp - this type does not require an ear piercing, the earrings are securely held both by the upper part of the ear and by the middle. In order to find the optimal position, you can slightly unbend the earring wider. As soon as a comfortable position is found, it is necessary to squeeze the ring. In this case, the cuff should not press or fall off the ear. To remove it, you need to carefully remove it from the cartilage, without unbending.
3. Combined mount - such cuffs are fixed in the earlobe hole with the help of an additional fastening - "stud", then they are wound behind the ear and located in the optimal position.

A variety of models allows you to wear these jewelry for almost any event. It also does not hurt if you wear a hat, beret, voluminous scarf, glasses or headphones, but it is better to choose models with reliable fasteners. However, you should not choose models that the cuffs can catch on to. Wear earrings such as pulling your hair behind your ear.

Just shake your head to make sure it is secure.Before going to bed or before playing sports, it is recommended to remove jewelry to avoid damage to the skin or damage to jewelry. For long-term use of cuffs, it is better to protect them from water and store them in a box.

Interesting models

Ear cuffs in themselves bring originality to the image. And if they are executed in an unusual way, they immediately become a trend.

Well-known jewelry brands create unique jewelry for real fashionistas:

1. Astrological cuffs from Louis Vuitton. Each zodiac sign is inscribed in the corporate letter "V". The original LV & ME series from the Fortune Earrings collection are crafted from fine gold wire. Of all the models, the most original is the sign of Aquarius, which consists of flowing chains descending from the curl of the cuff. Thus, streams of water were depicted.
2. Betsey Johnson created costume jewelry in the form of kisses, animals and flowers that emphasize natural femininity and give lightness to the image. Also, these models are chosen by extravagant women who are not afraid to attract attention.
3. Minimalism from Dior. Jewelry in the form of 2 balls, made of gilding, crystals and semi-precious stones, looks elegant and rich.
4. Wedding collection from Oscar De La Renta. They released earrings that adorn the entire ear in the form of twigs, strewn with stones of various colors, stars. Each ear cuff comes with a stud earring for the second ear.
5. Givenchy presented huge cafes decorated with rhinestones. Such massive decorations are similar in size to CDs. Due to the lightness of these ornaments, the earlobe does not pull back.
6. Lanvin presented a collection of cuffs for men, made in a strict style, secured with a clip on a chain.
7. Balenciaga created huge earrings in the form of snowflakes, large pearls and stars, attached behind the ear.
8. Yoko london - this brand creates handmade pearl earrings. Each piece is hand-crafted, which can take more than a year to complete.
9. Elise dray - create designer cuffs from all shades of gold with various additions in the form of diamonds, sapphires and other precious stones. The models are easy to read mystical, historical and modern models.

How to do it yourself, master class

Outwardly, the design of cuffs may seem complicated, but this is a deceptive feeling and it will not be difficult to make them yourself. You can make earrings from scrap materials and even from paper clips, since the thickness of such a wire allows you to create jewelry, and there may not be a special wire at hand.

Ear cuffs are designed in advance. The model is determined and on which ear they plan to wear, since for some categories of people this is an important point. It is also recommended to start with simple models, as massive models are more difficult to craft. Shapes with two layers of wire can complicate the creation process. The wire should not break anywhere.

To create, you need materials for every taste: wire, beads, chains, feathers, pendants. Original jewelry will be created from them. From tools, round-nose pliers and pliers come in handy. With their help, the wire will be bent and cut, loops will be created. You can use a pen, pencil, or any round object to wrap the wire around to create a rounded edge.

Wire ear cuffs

For manufacturing, you will need 13-15 cm of wire, round-nose pliers and a pen.

• Cut the wire to the required length and make a loop at one end using round nose pliers.
• Bend the wire in a zigzag 2 times.
• Make a curl at the free end of the wire.
• Wrap the cuff around the handle.
• Make a small ring out of the wire and fasten it to a small curl.

Ear cuffs with beads

You will need 18 cm of wire, beads and round nose pliers.

• Cut off the wire, bend 5 cm and press it against the main part.
• Bend the wire again 3 cm, forming a zigzag. On one side, the zigzag protrudes 2 cm, and on the other side, 10 cm.
• Find the middle at the zigzag and wrap 3-4 tight turns with the long part of the wire.
• Bend the short part at an angle of 45 degrees to the opposite side.
• Repeat the fold on the opposite side.

• Put beads on both sides and make a ring on the short part of the wire.
• Bend the long part into a zigzag, the sides should be equal in size to the beads.
• Put on more beads on the top of the resulting zigzag.
• Finish the zigzag with a ring made using round nose pliers.
• Bend the free ends with a pen or pencil.

Feather ear cuffs

Prepare materials: 15 cm thick wire and thin wire, beads, 1 large feather and small feathers, chain, superglue, 5 rings for jewelry. Of the tools you will need: round nose pliers and pliers.

• bend the wire in the shape of an ear;
• bend the edges into rings;
• attach the rings with a thin wire;
• drip glue onto a large nib and attach a smaller nib to it;
• take 5 cm of thin wire and bend at one end in the form of a loop;
• wrap the second end of the wire around the feathers, where they are glued;
• make 10 pieces of 7 cm long from a thin wire;
• make a loop, put on a bead, insert the last link of the chain and bend the wire;
• from the rest, do the same on the base of the feathers.

Ear cuffs made of polymer clay or plastic

Plastic products help to keep the product flexible and when using these earrings the attachment to the ear is adjusted. For this you will need: wire, black plastic, gray eyeshadow and varnish.

• Fit the frame of the dragon's torso and wing over the ear.
• Stick the body frame and wing frame from plastic.
• Connect the torso and wing.
• Using a needle, cut out small details, form the wing and fragments of the dragon.
• With the help of shadows, add color and shine for the future product.
• Bake in the oven for 15 minutes.
• Cover with varnish.

Thus, thanks to imagination, every woman can create her own unique style with the help of ear cuffs.

Author: Rita Alexandrovskaya

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