Nothing deters a determined woman getting dressed for an occasion; a woman on a mission is not shaken by time or tide. Bustling through a skin-care routine, a make-up routine, a hair-do, a prepped outfit and especially a jewellery stack – women make no compromises when it comes to being put together like a midsummer’s night dream. We’ve all been there, have we not? Rushing out the door, hollering our goodbyes, phone and keys in one hand, earrings in the other, waiting to be slapped on at the very last minute…

Earrings have always been the glamorous slayer of looks, the bows on the metaphorical bouquet, the redemption to a casual outfit – basically, the ride or die of dressing up. Now, if you are not privy to the new kid on the block – the ear cuff – you’re missing out on all the fun the girls (and boys!) are supposed to be having. Here’s some scoop on how and why ear cuffs are catching on as the next big thing on the fashion scene, along with some stellar inspiration and styling trivia.

A Coming of Age & Here to Slay!

What we are seeing today is a radical comeback of the storied ear cuff, adding a whole new dimension to the earscape. Ear cuffs were pretty common even in 2000 BC, christened as ‘Kaffa’ and worn in a range of sizes. They were worn by messengers, royals and soldiers. In ancient Greece, they stood as a symbol for high status. In those times, ear cuffs were less an expression of creativity or individuality and were associated largely with functionality or societal identity. Today’s ear cuffs are far more contemporary, an embodiment of what femininity has come to mean in the new-age – a radical movement and a medium of self-expression.

A floral dream, these diamond and sapphire cuff earrings in white gold feature a four petal motif with a resplendent central sapphire surrounded by a halo of Brilliant-Cut Diamonds, creating a dazzling interplay of colour and light. A double ear cuff sits snugly on your ear cartilage, with a draped chain, studded asymmetrically with diamonds.

If braving the ear piercing chair more than once is not your calling, then it’s worth exploring the realm of ear cuffs. A mini tiara worn around the outer edge of your ear, ear cuffs simply slip over the ear cartilage and give off a similar look to that of a helix or snug piercing. The beauty of ear cuffs lies in their versatility. From sleek styles to ultra-ornate designs, from playful to polished, there’s a cuff to covet for everyone! A dazzling ear cuff is a great way to add some pzazz to your ear styling.

A teenage dream to be adorned, these butterfly motif ear cuffscrafted in 18kt yellow gold are a definite head-turner. A fluttering butterfly perches on the ear lobe with a cascading waterfall of chain accents, while another gold butterfly elegantly cuffs the top of the ear. For the dreamy, romantic Cinderella in you!

Born with a Chameleon’s Spirit

Just the finishing touch to spice up a casual look, look to ear cuffs designed in a plain gold style, or add fun & colour with enamel or gemstones, or even invest in a full-on diamond pavé look. Wear them bold, so as to cascade down your ear cartilage or hop on the minimal train and sport a single strand diamond hoop. Channel your Greek Goddess with draped chain finishes or ignite your rock-chic rebellion with spiked ear gear.

Inject some rebellion into your ear stack with these yellow gold and malachite spiked ear cuffs. A green blaze of glory, these ear cuffs fill the whole expanse of the ear, and work like magic with a sleek hair bun or a high ponytail.

Owing to their freshness and ease of wear, ear cuffs have persuaded an universal appeal. They lend a playful flair to dressing up, breaking the traditional mould of earrings and instigating the freedom of expression.

How much is too much?

There’s no such thing as too many when it comes to a styled-up ear.

You can absolutely wear ear cuffs on both ears. However, too much balance is frowned upon when it comes to styling your ear stack. Go for different styles on either ear, mix and match metals, textures and silhouettes or layer away. Curate an interesting earscape by simply thinking of each ear as a blank canvas for experimentative ear styling.

Wheels of golden glamour, these bohemian ear cuffs are not for the faint-hearted. Displaying a textural and geometrical play of design, and crafted in lustrous 18kt yellow gold, this is the piece to really amp up your ear styling game!

If you love the look of a fully loaded ear stack, ear cuffs are a quick and easy alternative to multiple ear piercings, and a cool way of gushing understated glamour. Upscale your earscape game, nail one of the hottest celebrity trends of the year, and get creative with your ear candy!

Ear cuffs don’t always have to be edgy or abstract. These elegant earrings with an ear cuff-like pattern are for those who are new to the ear styling party. Glamorously studded with diamonds, these subtle yet effective earrings are perfect for ear stack beginners.

Look no further, all ears here!

At C. Krishniah Chetty, we have a myriad of styles, designs and silhouettes of ear cuffs to choose from. Explore our world of ear cuffs at .

If there is one trend to chase this year, it is this!

After all, the DNA of any ear cuff screams beauty with an edge.

Maximum impact with minimum effort.