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History of
Earrings
In the Renaissance era, earrings were not popular. Women wore wigs, elaborate hairstyles and high collared dresses obscuring the ears. It was not until the 17th century when women wore their hair back that earrings were back in fashion.
After WWI shorter hairdos became very popular.
Earrings were perfect for filling the space from
short hair to shoulder and once again became a
popular fashion statement.
During the 1920s art deco styles took hold, recognized by their straight or angled designs. Very long chandelier diamond earrings were also quite popular during this time.
During the 1930s the clip on was invented.
Because clip ons held the earring more snuggly
than screw backs they became the number one
choice for many years to come. Pierced ears
faded into the background.
During the 1950s earrings were light and
aerodynamic. By the 1960s earrings had become
fun and innovative. Texture and color was very
important. Prior to the 1960s earrings were
dedicated to either evening wear or day wear
with the evening wear earrings being more
elegant. During the 1960s this all changed when
the distinction between what was acceptable for
evening or day faded away.
By the 1970s we had entered an “everything goes” style to earrings and pierced ears had made a comeback. Women were buying earrings in large quantities for every occasion.
Today earrings are made of precious metals such as platinum, gold, silver steel forming many different styles such as hoop earrings, cz diamond stud earrings, button earrings, dangle earrings, chandelier earrings, droplet earrings to name just a few. It’s difficult to find someone who doesn’t have pierced ears. The fashion of earrings has come a long way over the years and its here to stay!!!
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