Hoop Earrings

Hoop earrings are a trendy accessory that come and go every few years. Hoops can range wildly in size, simplicity and price, affording the gift-giver some creative license. Before going out and buying a pair of hoop earrings for that special someone, there are some important things to consider.First and foremost is your budget. How much can you afford to spend on this pair of hoop earrings? Simple silver hoop earrings can cost as little as 20 dollars, whereas diamond-crusted gold hoops can run in the thousands. Having a general idea of how much money you can afford will help make the buying process a lot easier.Hoop earrings come in variety of precious metals. Silver hoops are the most inexpensive, followed closely behind by 14k gold. For a larger investment, 18k and white gold hoop earrings are also stunning when hung from a delicate earlobe. In truth, there is barely a visible difference between 18k and 14k gold. However, 14k gold is significantly sturdier and will survive everyday wear and tear. Some of the more unique and exciting hoops are even decorated with semi-precious and precious stones.Women with a conventional taste in jewelry will prefer smaller hoop earrings--a 3/4 inch diameter will suffice. For those more daring in their clothing and accessories, consider a pair of oversized hoops--some run as large as three inches in diameter! These earrings are making fashion headlines and are often seen on the ears of celebrity A-listers.