So beloved by modern fashionistas, gold earrings appeared many centuries ago. In those days, they were associated with certain traditions and customs.
They first appeared in ancient Egypt more than seven thousand years ago. It was a male adornment, symbolizing a high social position. Particular preference was given to earrings with pearls, sapphire or garnet. Only representatives of the highest nobility could afford such decoration. In Greece, earrings were an exclusively female attribute. The Romans forced their slaves to wear a wooden earring in the ear. In India and China, luxurious and expensive earrings adorned a man of noble birth.
In Russia, these jewelry spoke of the origin of man: the representatives of the lower class wore wooden or copper earrings, the nobility wore gold earrings, and the merchants had to wear silver earrings. The Cossacks had their own traditions of wearing these ornaments. A man with one earring was the only son in the family, and the owner of two earrings was the last in the family. Such warriors were cherished and not sent to risky battles.
Today, gold earrings are mainly women's jewelry, however,Men are not allowed to wear them. The most important thing is to choose a model that matches your look.
Currently, it is not difficult to buy gold earrings, although, of course, it is more pleasant to receive them as a gift. Today, items made of white gold or platinum with diamonds or cubic zirkonia are very popular. However, jewelry with semi-precious stones is still popular.
Gold earrings should emphasize the pluses of a person and, if possible, distract from the existing minuses. For example, long earrings visually lengthen the neck, original jewelry with inserts made of natural stones will set off the color of your eyes.
Gold earrings for children are also very much in demand now. Many parents pierce their girls' ears as early as infancy. Jewelry designers develop special models for young fashionistas. They are very elegant, often made in the form of balls, animal figurines, small flowers.
For many years, earrings with precious stones and expensive pearls have been leading the jewelry market. Gold jewelry should be selected in accordance with your image. A sophisticated dreamer will suit small models decorated with pearls. Fatal seductresses should pay attention to earrings with diamonds.
Experts recommend paying attention to the stone in the earrings. It is preferable that it matches the color of the eyes of its owner, but at the same time it would not be too bright and catchy. Do not forget to make sure the lock is secure, besides, an uncomfortable clasp can cause discomfort andpain in the earlobe.
Hoop earrings are very popular this year, especially for girls with long hair or asymmetrical haircuts. Perfectly complement the image of a gold bracelet. Long gold earrings can be accentuated with a little black dress or a formal business suit. Properly selected for the type of face and details of clothing, gold earrings can work wonders.