While some jewelry trends—say, dainty layered pieces—will always be in style, in 2018 there’s one piece that fashion girls are wearing to adorn their ears and make a very chic statement doing so. We had an inkling last fall this would become a major look, but our predictions were validated when shopping destination Net-a-Porter featured a curated assortment of earrings dubbed “extra-special.” Translation? Earrings that stand apart from the rest—through sculptural shapes inspired by fine art and nature and rendered to embrace their imperfections—have emerged as the biggest jewelry trend of the year.
These standout pieces are best worn as a pair to elevate a low-key look or alone as a single piece for an eclectic take on asymmetry. However you choose to wear the new statement-making pieces, let them take center stage by paring down the rest of your jewelry for the day. From artful curves rendered in bronze to some unadulterated, KiraKira+-ready glam, you'll find the chicest of the season's statement earrings below.
Annie Costello Brown Matisse Gold-Tone Earrings ($205)
Inspired by the modern canvases of Henri Matisse, this pair is a work of art all its own.
Alighieri La Selva Oscura Gold-Plated Earrings ($450)
An elevated approach to a whimsical design.
WkndLA Pillar Earrings ($220)
"This pair is a play on balance and movement inspired by Stonehenge," the L.A.-based jewelry designer explains on her site.
Agmes Large Bell Earrings ($870)
These would look great to contrast dark, tailored pieces.
Ellery Forbidden Fruit Gold-Plated Earrings ($485)
Play up the whimsical nature of this pair by wearing with exaggerated silhouettes like flared sleeves.
Rebecca Minkoff Signature Chain Link Earrings ($48)
Time to upgrade your standard drop earrings.
Roxanne Assoulin Hip-Hop But Not Earrings ($120)
Mix and match the color of your earrings for a quirky-cool effect.
FARIS Drape Earrings in Bronze ($205)
We'd wear this pair with a chunky knit sweater and jeans.
Dinosaur Designs Short Mineral Gold-Tone Resin Earrings ($190)
Rich emerald hues are shaping up to be a major 2018 jewelry trend.
Isabel Marant Gold-Plated Earrings ($195)
Another set that works so well as single earrings, too.
Amber Sceats Drape Earrings in Bronze ($169)
We've seen so many version of the "filled-in" hoops.
Alessandra Rich Emerald Drop Earrings ($310)
This pair is begging to be worn to a glamorous black-tie affair.
Leigh Miller Double Whirlpool White Bronze Earrings ($300)
Each of Leigh Miller's unique pieces is inspired by the patterns of ocean whirlpools and carefully handmade to re-create the ripples of water.
Rachel Comey Lohr Earrings in Stripe Shell ($125)
No one plays with color and material in jewelry quite like Rachel Comey does.
Contempoh Profile Linear Drop Earrings ($227)
Just as easily worn together as they are alone.
The Last Line Emerald Dew Drops Earrings ($645)
Ideal for creating a cool single-earring look.
We Dream in Colour Brass Dahlia Earrings ($85)
For truly unique pairs, we recommend shopping from independent makers. Your first stop? Etsy.
Susan Alexandra Lydia Earrings ($220)
A cute and simple way to add some color to your looks.
Seaworthy Omar Earrings ($97)
This petite pair packs all the fun into a small size that's simple enough to layer with other gold earrings.
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