For children who do not have their ears pierced, clip on earrings are a fantastic was to allow a
little girl to doll herself up for a special occasion, or play time. They are also great for adults who never
got their ears pierced. Although clip ons are not as popular as they once were, they have also evolved
over time, being much more comfortable and looking much more like regular earrings than they did
some years ago. Many individuals prefer clip ons for themselves or for their children, which does not
require the ear to be pierced to adorn a beautiful piece of jewelry. This is especially true for individuals
who require specialized hypoallergenic metals or risk the area getting infected.
Today, clip on earrings are available in just about any style. They can be purchased to replicate
typical studs. This is the most common design as they are quite simple. Stud earrings are available in
gemstones or designs, with animal designs being quite popular, especially amongst children. They are
also available in a number of metals such as sterling silver or gold. Not all of them are studs in styles
however.
Clip on earrings today can be hoops, or even dangle. For adults who have or work with children
they are preferred over traditional dangling earrings, as if a small child tugs on them they will not rip the
ear the way earrings designed for pierced ears do. Hoop earrings are also much more comfortable when
worn as clip ons, as the weight of the earring is not all placed in one spot on the ear. Many people prefer
clip ons due to their comfort, as there are so many styles to choose from, and today few people can
recognize the difference between them and those earrings made traditionally.
