THEY are great alternatives to earrings.Their size and volume go beyond what you can do with piercing,according to Paris-based Gaia Repossi,who has crafted a chain-like stack of rings that slip over the wearers helix (the ears outer rim).Flirting the line between Hollywood actress Elizabeth Taylors glam earrings and fictional character Lisbeth Salanders rebellion,ear cuffs are sculpturally beautiful and practical (since they are easy to put on and remove).
What they mean I
Ear cuffs are pieces of jewellery designed to hug the upper portion of the ear.A woman wearing a pair doesnt need to have pierced ears,because the cuffs are designed in a curved shape which fits snugly around the folds of the outer ear.
Origin I
Based on the paintings found in pyramids,ear cuffs were first sported by the royalty in ancient Egypt.They are also similar to certain traditional pieces worn by Kashmiri and Bengali women.
Modern update I
American fashion designer Katie Gallaghers web-like pieces almost look like a hair accessory.Rodartes Spring Summer 2013 show introduced the very punk rock dragon ear cuff,inspired by fantasy role-playing games.Minimalistic jewellery line BRVTVS worked with designer Jason Wu to create a much more understated ear cuff for his streamlined outfits at New York Fashion Week.
Seen on I
Hollywood actress Diane Kruger,supermodel Cara Delevingne,and singers Alicia Keys and Rihanna.
RODARTE
Ears cuffs from Anni Jurgensons collection
Diane Kruger
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