Cuffs and stuff
My Instagram feed has become a de facto mirror into my subconscious. Why yes, I do like to obsessively watch keyboard unboxing videos and “restock” reels from various organizer influencers, thanks Meta! My algorithm is so spot on that I’m beginning to think I should send it directly to my therapist to save us both some time. So of course, what my feed is best at revealing to me is unusual jewelry items.
This week Instagram served up something that, surprise surprise, I didn’t even know I needed, but now am desperate for - an ear cuff. I’ve largely dismissed ear cuffs because I find them uncomfortable and hard to wear. BUT now that I’m wearing less jewelry than ever (toddler + pandemic does not leave much time for accessorizing) I feel like an ear cuff is easy to wear and offers a lot of style bang for the buck.
There are a few ways to do an ear cuff, my favorites being luxe and bling-y or irreverent and whimsical. The product that prompted this newsletter is the latter.
hannayoo works Mignonnet ear cuff, $180
It also comes in a more traditional style.
The designer, Hanna Yoo (who also happens to be the design director for Tibi), makes everything by hand out of clay and resin. Her newest collection, In the Garden, features brightly colored flowers in a variety of styles, but I’m partial to the Mignonnet. The flowers are chunky and interesting, but there is a delicate nature to the brass cuff itself. They almost appear to be cascading from the ear. It’s the kind of jewelry that is subtle and unexpected, but still joyful.
Hello JOY! Hanna Yoo for Tibi bi-color teardrop ear cuffs, $325.
If a resin isn’t quite your thing see below for a round up of some of my other current faves. I can’t believe I’ve dismissed the ear cuff for so long - I have a renewed interest, particularly because it’s an easy jewelry upgrade that still feels everyday and casual.
Jade Trau’s Clara gold ear cuff, $350, stacked with her Kismet diamond ear cuff, $950. Stacking…no longer just for rings!
KATKIM’s Crescendo Flare ear cuff in white gold with diamond accent, $1,286.
Repossi Berbere ear cuff, $2,856.
Mejuri Beaded ear cuff, $38