Small hoop earrings that close around your earlobe
We call small hoop earrings huggies, and the name says exactly what they do: they close snugly around your earlobe instead of hanging loose. That's why they stay put while you sleep, work out and shower. There are 30 gold huggies in this collection, from 55 to 664 euros, with a hinged closure you can click shut with one hand.
Looking for something higher up your ear? Then the cartilage hoops are the version with a thinner ring. Not sure about the difference between a huggie and a regular hoop? We explain it in what huggie earrings actually are.
Small stud earrings with a flat back
Small stud earrings are the most wearable shape there is, and the 32 flat back earrings in this collection take that comfort one step further. Instead of a classic butterfly back behind your ear, there's a flat disc, so you won't feel a thing when you lie on your side or hold a phone to your ear.
They start at 31 euros, making them the most accessible pieces in the collection. Prefer the classic version with a butterfly back? Take a look at the gold studs.
Which size should you choose?
With small earrings, one millimetre makes the difference between subtle and visible. For huggies it's about the diameter of the ring, for flat backs it's about the length of the post.
| Size |
Type |
When to choose this |
| 8 mm |
huggie |
the smallest ring, sits almost flat against your earlobe and also lovely for a second piercing |
| 10 mm |
huggie |
the most popular size, visible but still understated |
| 12 mm |
huggie |
sits slightly looser around the lobe, beautiful as a single earring |
| 15 mm |
huggie |
the largest in this collection, a clearly visible ring |
| 5 to 8 mm |
flat back |
post length, 6.5 mm is standard and fits most earlobes |
Not sure about your size? Visit our showroom in Nijmegen and we'll measure it together. We're open on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 09:30 to 17:00, by appointment only.
Solid 14 karat gold, not a coating
All the small gold earrings in this collection are made of solid 14 karat gold. That's gold through and through, so nothing can wear off or discolour, even after years of daily wear. That's exactly why these earrings are made to be left in.
24 designs are set with a real diamond, from a single stone to a row along the ring. You'll find them in our diamond jewellery. Read more about the materials we use on our materials page.
Combining small earrings into an ear stack
Small earrings look their best in multiples. A huggie in your lowest piercing, a flat stud above it and something higher up in your cartilage: that's the structure most stacks come down to. Because everything is in the same gold tone, it all matches automatically.
Prefer a ready-made combination? Take a look at the earring sets or the ear styling sets. Want to make your stack personal? Add individual earring charms. We explain it step by step in our guide to creating the perfect ear party.
For small ears and fresh piercings
If you have small earlobes, large earrings rarely work. A huggie of 8 or 10 millimetres and a flat back with a 5 millimetre post keep the proportions right, without your ear disappearing behind them.
The same goes for a freshly done piercing. A flat back doesn't press into your skin or pillow while it heals, and solid gold doesn't cause a reaction. Browse the complete gold ear piercings, and read which piercing is best to start with in which ear piercing hurts the least.
Frequently asked questions about small earrings
What are small earrings called?
Depending on their shape, small earrings are called studs, stud earrings, small hoops or huggies. Studs sit flat on your earlobe, while small hoops and huggies form a ring that closes around it. At Eline Rosina you'll find both styles in 14 karat gold: 32 flat back studs and 30 huggies.
What size small hoops should I choose?
Choose the size of small hoop earrings based on the diameter, which ranges from 8 to 15 millimetres in our collection. An 8 millimetre huggie sits almost flat against your earlobe and is also suitable for a second piercing. 10 millimetres is the most popular size and stays understated. From 12 millimetres, the ring becomes clearly visible.
Which earrings are suitable for small ears?
Earrings up to about 10 millimetres are best for small ears, because they keep the proportions of your earlobe intact. Choose a huggie of 8 or 10 millimetres or a flat back stud with a 5 millimetre post. Large drop earrings draw attention away from your face and quickly hang crooked on small lobes.
Can you leave small gold earrings in day and night?
You can leave small gold earrings in day and night if they're made of solid gold and have a flat or closed back. All the earrings in this collection are 14 karat solid gold, so there's no coating to wear off in the shower or in bed. For a freshly done piercing, do follow the cleaning advice in our guide to cleaning piercings.
What do small gold earrings cost at Eline Rosina?
Small gold earrings at Eline Rosina cost between 31 and 664 euros, with the price mainly determined by the weight of the gold and whether a diamond is set. Flat back studs start at 31 euros, huggies at 55 euros. Designs with a set diamond can be found in the diamond collection.
Can you buy a single small earring?
Yes, you can simply buy a single small earring from us, as a large part of the collection is available per piece. That's handy if you want to fill several piercings differently or if you've lost one. Take a look at the single earrings.
Are small earrings suitable for a fresh piercing?
Small earrings are suitable for a fresh piercing if you choose a flat back. It doesn't press into your skin while you sleep and stays clean because there's no closure behind it for dirt to collect in. Wait until your piercing has healed before changing, then choose from the gold ear piercings.
