Stud earrings can be as quietly elegant as pearl stud earrings, or as exciting and sparkly as diamond stud earrings. The word 'diamond' means, 'goddess of the world,' making diamond studs particularly appropriate as a gift for a loved one. As such, stud earrings are a popular choice for birthday or anniversary gifts. Whatever the occasion, the right stud earrings can make a powerful statement.

Diamond stud earrings (and, indeed, all diamond jewelry) are cut specifically to catch the light. A well-cut diamond will cause rainbows to appear around the room when the light hits it in just the right way. By candlelight, these gems will appear more subtle and will seem incandescent with inner fire.

Certified diamond stud earrings will let you breathe easily, knowing you are getting the quality gems you desire. Carat weight, clarity, color and cut are what are being graded when diamonds are certified. To some people, clarity is more important than size, and vice versa.

Pearl stud earrings are a classic choice for women of all ages. In fact, these earrings are often passed down from grandmother to mother to daughter. Pearl studs are available in white, cream, pink, black, or grey. Saltwater pearls are better suited for stud earrings than freshwater pearls, since their shape is usually more uniformly round, instead of oblong.