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Huggie Earrings: What They Are and How to Wear Them
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Quick answer
Huggies are small hoop earrings that 'hug' the earlobe closely, usually with a hinged clasp that clicks shut. Because they sit snugly and have no dangling parts, they are comfortable enough to wear all day, ideal for second and third piercings, and perfect for building an ear stack.
What are huggie earrings?
Huggies are a type of hoop with a small diameter — typically around 10–15 mm — and a thicker band, so they sit close against the ear instead of hanging below it. Most have a hinged clasp that opens and clicks closed, which makes them easy to put on and secure to wear.
Huggies vs hoops
- Fit: huggies hug the lobe; hoops hang lower.
- Size: huggies are small; hoops range from small to statement.
- Comfort: huggies are made for all-day wear and sleeping-friendly designs.
- Styling: huggies are the building block of an ear stack; larger hoops usually stand alone.
For the full range of sizes, see our hoop earrings guide.
Popular huggie styles
- Plain polished: minimal and timeless.
- Pavé huggies: lined with small stones for sparkle.
- Charm huggies: with a small drop — heart, star or evil eye.
- Multi-pack sets: several huggies in different finishes to mix and match.
- Diamond huggies: solid gold huggies set with real diamonds, made to be worn for years.
How to stack huggies
- Start with your main lobe piece — a slightly larger hoop or a pavé huggie.
- Add smaller plain huggies in the second and third piercings.
- Keep to one or two metal colours for a polished look, or mix silver and gold on purpose.
- Add one statement piece — a charm or a diamond stud — and keep the rest simple.
Choosing the metal
Sterling silver and gold-plated silver huggies are affordable and easy to mix. If you plan to wear huggies every day and night, solid gold is the most durable choice and won't wear through. Learn more about 925 sterling silver.
Frequently asked questions
What are huggie earrings?
Small hoop earrings, usually 10–15 mm, that sit closely around the earlobe with a hinged clasp.
Can you sleep in huggie earrings?
Many people do because huggies sit close to the ear, but removing jewellery at night helps it last longer and avoids snagging.
Are huggies good for second piercings?
Yes — their small size and close fit make them ideal for second and third lobe piercings.
First published by the Azure Chic team in Limassol, Cyprus. Questions? Email sales@azurechic.com.
