“Stylish Nickel-Free Earrings For Sensitive Ears

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Stylish Nickel-Free Earrings For Sensitive Ears - STYLECASTER
10 Dated Fall Jewelry Trends and 10 That Will Be Huge - Who What Wear
Hirotaka Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary – WWD - WWD

Stylish Nickel-Free Earrings For Sensitive Ears - STYLECASTER

Posted: 24 Sep 2020 04:30 PM PDT

Shopping for earrings when you have sensitive ears can be a downer. You can't buy all of those super cheap and trendy earrings from those fast-fashion retailers you hate to love. Your friends can, but you're stuck staring at earrings and wondering if they're going to turn your ears green. If they're from a very affordable chain, the answer is probably yes. Most of those on-trend pairs have nickel as one of their ingredients, which will cause your ears to feel sore and achy. You don't want that.

There are plenty of chic earrings out there that are high-quality, fashionable and non-irritating. To save your ears a bit of discomfort, we found the best nickel-free earrings for sensitive ears. Our picks are made out of stainless steel or gold, which are generally known to be safe. The earrings below are all pairs that you could wear everyday. They're versatile, so they'll last a long time in your jewelry box. We found two single stylish pairs and one large set of earrings, which will essentially refresh your earring collection in one fell swoop.

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1. PAVOI 14K Gold Plated Cuff Earrings

You can't go wrong with a chic pair of cuff earrings. Honestly, you'll be hard-pressed to find an outfit that these earrings don't go with. They're small and look simple, but they're refined and elegant. Plated in 14K gold, this pair won't irritate your sensitive ears, because they're hypoallergenic, nickel-free and lead-free. The earrings are available in rose gold, white gold and yellow gold sets.

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2. 29 Pairs Assorted Multiple Stud Earrings

If you're looking for an entirely new set of earrings, you should check out this comprehensive one. You get 29 pairs of earrings, which are made out of stainless steel. They're designed with sensitive earrings in mind and are lead- and nickel-free. The set contains both studs and dangly earrings, including crescent moon earrings and traditional silver studs. If you don't like this particular set, there are ten other big sets to browse.

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3. AllenCOCO 18K Gold Plated Black Rose Flower Stud Earrings

These delicate rose earrings are a must-have. They're shiny and have a sleek, romantic design. Designed out of 18K gold, these earrings are built to last and are nickel- and lead-free. The pair comes in more than 10 different flower designs. You can get everything from gold and pearl earrings to silver and black earrings, so you're bound to find something that'll suit your style.

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10 Dated Fall Jewelry Trends and 10 That Will Be Huge - Who What Wear

Posted: 24 Sep 2020 09:05 PM PDT

"Chains are undoubtedly the must-have of the season. Over the past five decades, Pomellato has confirmed its mastery of chains, creating designs based on the simple link that are jewels in their own right. Today, the Gourmette chain from 1967 is at the heart of the Tango collection. Iconica is a stylish evolution of the simple link, but with a contemporary soul, an elegant balance of refined design, superb craftsmanship, and bold volumes or minimal but generously proportioned. A glimpse of an Iconica bracelet under the cuff of a sharply tailored women's blazer is the essence of effortless Milan chic."—Sabina Belli

"If ever there was a time to own an important gold chain, it's now and it's forever. An evergreen staple, I wear mine with everything from athleisure (a little too much of that, these days) to knitwear sets and slip dresses. They have a sexy undertone that is utilitarian and ultra-feminine at once. And don't forget, you want something weighty!"—Deborah Pagani

Hirotaka Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary – WWD - WWD

Posted: 09 Sep 2020 12:00 AM PDT

Hirotaka Inoue, the Tokyo-based designer of the fine jewelry line founded in 2010, is celebrating its 10-year anniversary with the launch of global e-commerce, a third boutique, one of the brand's largest collections ever with spring 2021, and the debut of a silver line.

Known for a blend of abstract minimalism and delicate designs in unexpected shapes, the brand can seem intimidating at first glance, but has ultimately attracted jewelry lovers fond of stacking and layering. Over the years, signature items have included sleek pearl ear cuffs, delicate diamond bars, curved pearl arrow and floating pearl earrings that accentuate and complement personal style rather than overwhelm it.

"We are grateful that our audience grows with us and understands Hirotaka at its core," Inoue said of the brand's success and longevity. "We like to play with styling and combinations and make sure to keep a strong desire to create art that never gets old."

Pieces from the Hirotaka spring 2021 collection. Courtesy of Hirotaka

The launch of e-commerce this summer adds greater international reach to the brand's already 100-plus stockist portfolio, which includes Harvey Nichols, Net-a-porter, 10 Corso Como, Goop, Tomorrowland and Beams. With the challenges associated with predicting customs tax and shipping costs, Inoue has decided to cover those costs for e-commerce orders himself. "I didn't want this to hinder people from experiencing Hirotaka worldwide," he said. "Our ultimate goal is to spread our jewelry globally and so far we are getting more visibility and we're excited it's catching on."

Simultaneous with the e-commerce launch, a third boutique opened its doors this summer inside the famed Takashimaya in Futako-Tamagawa. A signature balance of modern and natural elements can be seen through bronze display cases placed atop organic wood pieces, among other sustainable materials such as coconut fiber and natural stone. "It's been nice to have this comfortable environment for clients to escape to," Inoue said.

Pieces from the Hirotaka spring 2021 collection. Courtesy of Hirotaka

A self-professed introvert, Inoue has thrived during quarantine stemming from COVID-19, resulting in the creation of more than 60 pieces for his spring 2021 range, which he will reveal virtually this month with Valery Demure. Inspired by nature, black onyx, pearls and gold intertwine in sleek and sophisticated shapes handled with an organic touch. Key items include the cascading toggle chain earrings soldered chain by chain; the "Dune" ear cuff series featuring intricate threads sculpted on hoop and oval silhouettes to mirror the shapes created by water ripples; gold circle pendants outlined in white and black diamonds, and the "Bumblebee" two-part earrings connecting an Akoya pearl to an onyx, malachite or tiger's eye sphere with a subtle stinger detail. As always, pieces are handmade by Japanese artisans from repurposed gold, conflict-free diamonds and precious materials from discontinued items.

Pieces from the Hirotaka spring 2021 collection. Courtesy of Hirotaka

Later this year, Inoue will make his first foray into silver, which may seem odd at first given his 10 years of fine jewelry and gold development. "Working in gold and silver are two different worlds and it does not directly translate," he explained. "I know it is a different skill set, so as a 10-year anniversary challenge, I decided to put my hands on it, with all the respect to great creators in history. It may fail or succeed, our clients will tell us.

"Even as a child, I was a big Georg Jensen fan, which gave me a foundation for understanding the beauty of silver jewelry and tableware," the designer said.

Though still in the beginning phase, Inoue said his vision for the line is modernist and chunky with a focus on earrings to feature hinge and clasp details. "The beauty lies in the contrast of light and shadow in silver jewelry and cutlery, which is not much of the concern in gold jewelry," he said. "When I think of the silver line, many keywords pop up: futuristic, bold, Art Deco, timeless, nostalgic, ocean, earthy. Some contradict each other, but this is the magic of silver, it evokes many mixed feelings. This is certainly a challenge but worth trying as an artist."

As for the next 10 years, Inoue is looking to immerse himself even deeper in design. "Even though all the creations are from my own drawings, concepts and ideas, the past decade I was very busy with the business side of the brand," he said. "I feel as things are working well I am gaining more solitude time in my atelier for purely artistic activity."