Earring Size Guide

Earring size can make a big difference in your look — from subtle everyday studs to bold statement hoops. Use this guide to understand how different sizes look and feel before buying.

🔢 Earring Size Chart (All Types)

Type Size Length / Diameter
Studs Extra Small 2–3 mm
Small 4–5 mm
Medium 6–7 mm
Large 8–10 mm
Hoops Small 10–20 mm (1–2 cm)
Medium 25–40 mm (2.5–4 cm)
Large 50–70 mm (5–7 cm)
Extra Large 75 mm+ (7.5+ cm)
Drop / Dangle Short 15–30 mm (1.5–3 cm)
Medium 40–60 mm (4–6 cm)
Long 70+ mm (7+ cm)

📍 Stud Earring Sizing Visual Guide

Size (mm) Comparable To Style Tip
2–3 mm Small pinhead Use for cartilage or upper lobe
4–5 mm Small pearl Great for kids or minimalist styles
6–7 mm Pencil eraser tip Most popular for daily wear
8–10 mm M&M candy Covers much of the earlobe — classic statement studs

👂 How to Choose the Right Earring Size

For Studs:

  • 4–6 mm is ideal for everyday wear

  • 2–3 mm works well for second holes or cartilage piercings

  • 7–10 mm gives more sparkle and coverage

For Hoops:

  • 10–20 mm = huggie style (stays close to earlobe)

  • 30–40 mm = classic medium hoop (a visible circle)

  • 50 mm+ = bold, large hoop (makes a statement)

For Drops / Dangles:

  • 15–30 mm = subtle, classy drop

  • 40–60 mm = dressy, fashionable, visible movement

  • 70 mm+ = dramatic look, ideal for events

👧 Popular Sizes by Audience

Group Stud Size Hoop Size Drop Length
Kids / Pre-teens 2–4 mm 10–15 mm 15–20 mm
Teens 4–6 mm 15–30 mm 25–40 mm
Women (everyday) 5–7 mm 20–40 mm 30–50 mm
Women (fashion) 7–10 mm 50–70 mm 50–70 mm

🧼 Care & Comfort Tips

  • Smaller earrings are great for sleeping or all-day comfort

  • For sensitive ears, choose hypoallergenic metals (like sterling silver or surgical steel)

  • Weight matters — bigger doesn’t always mean heavier, especially with hollow or lightweight designs