A buying guide for… gold hoop earrings

Gold hoops are earrings for those who don't usually make jewelry. Partly because there's something for everyone - tiny ones for beginners and saucer-sized hoops for the more daring. And partly because they're on-trend, gold hoops are never in and never really out of fashion, but worn by everyone from Diana Vreeland to Blue Velvet's Dorothy Vallens. It's a simple way to add polish whatever the season. There's a huge range of shapes to hire or spare, although hoops with embellishments - lapis lazuli or crystal beads - add a summery touch. If you're worried about weight, try clips (they don't drag the lob), and if you're worried about cost, try renting - it's what celebrities do on the red carpet. Lauren Cochrane
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Hoops with beads £12.99, mango.com

Lifestyle Jul 9, 2022 0 118 Add to Reading List

Gold hoops are earrings for those who don't usually make jewelry. Partly because there's something for everyone - tiny ones for beginners and saucer-sized hoops for the more daring. And partly because they're on-trend, gold hoops are never in and never really out of fashion, but worn by everyone from Diana Vreeland to Blue Velvet's Dorothy Vallens. It's a simple way to add polish whatever the season. There's a huge range of shapes to hire or spare, although hoops with embellishments - lapis lazuli or crystal beads - add a summery touch. If you're worried about weight, try clips (they don't drag the lob), and if you're worried about cost, try renting - it's what celebrities do on the red carpet. Lauren Cochrane

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