Earrings

Explore 17 award-winning designs tagged Earrings on A Design News.

Designer: Suhan Wang Work: Earrings Tag: Jewelry

Astrifer

Astrifer is a pair of earrings made with natural freshwater pearls and cubic zirconia. The design conceals the metal connectors, so the pearls and stones appear to float around the ear. The main structure is made of S925 silver and is polished to a mirror finish. Three holes at different heights let the wearer select the position that suits the shape and size of the earlobe, for a secure and comfortable fit. A triple layer of nickel plating, thick gold plating and nano sealing improves resistance to wear and discoloration.

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Designer: Cansu Türkdoğan Şimşek Work: Earrings Tag: Jewelry

Notre Dame

The Notre Dame Earrings are part of the Bird's Eye Series, inspired by the symmetry of historical structures viewed from above. Made from 925 sterling silver, these earrings honor the Notre Dame Cathedral, capturing its intricate details in a refined yet bold design. The precise cutwork reflects the cathedral's Gothic patterns, merging history with expert craftsmanship. Measuring 33mm x 45mm, they make a statement while remaining lightweight and comfortable. Created using traditional jewelry-making techniques, the design embodies a balance of artistry and precision.

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Designer: Nana Watanabe Work: Earrings Tag: Jewelry

Shrimps

A paper pattern is created, and the design is programmed into a computer for embroidery. After embroidering on organza fabric, it is heat cut and folded like origami to form a three dimensional shape. The piece is lightweight yet maintains a sturdy structure, ensuring it retains its shape during storage and wear. The careful selection of materials and expert craftsmanship recreate the natural texture and movement of a shrimp, with particular attention to details such as the eggs in the abdomen. The use of gradient dyed rayon thread captures the enchanting beauty of marine life.

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Designer: mandy morris Work: Earrings Tag: Jewelry

Reflection

Reflection is a pair of asymmetric earrings made from repurposed 18ct white gold. The gold is drawn into wire to form the body of the main earring. The larger left earring hooks around the ear, while the right earring is a small stud. A separate drop section can be attached to either earring or slid onto a chain and worn as a pendant. Sapphires and diamonds are grain set and bezel set by hand. The design is inspired by a bird viewing its own reflection in water, and by the contrast between the side that is shown and the side that is kept hidden.

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Designer: Azam Nabatian Work: Earrings Tag: Jewelry

Rose Flower

Rose Flower is a pair of earrings inspired by flowers and by dew in nature. Each earring is made from 18k yellow gold and shaped as a flower with colored fire enamel. A total of 112 round diamonds with a combined weight of 2.2 carats surround the flowers like drops of dew. Two natural sapphires of 4.18 carats complete the pair. Metal casting, fire enamel and hand made stone settings are used in the production. Each earring measures 57 millimeters in height and 32 millimeters in width. The enamel color gives the jewelry a recognizable character.

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Designer: Larissa Moraes Work: Earrings Tag: Jewelry

Van Gogh

Earrings inspired by the Almond Tree in Blossom painted by Van Gogh. The delicacy of the branches are reproduced by delicate Cartier-type chains that, like the branches, sway with the wind. The various shades by different gemstones, from almost white to a more intense pink, represent the shades of your flowers. The cluster of blooming flowers are represented with different cutstones. Made with 18k gold, pink diamonds, morganites, pink sapphires and pink tourmalines. Polished and textured finish. Extremely light and with perfect fit. This is the arrival of spring in the form of a jewel.

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Designer: Kaining Wang Work: Earrings Tag: Jewelry

Love Eternity

Love Eternity is a pair of earrings designed to express the enduring nature of love. Each earring consists of two parts, a bezel holding a ruby and a spiral drop element. The bezel has a channel from which the spiral hangs, allowing a pendulum motion when worn. Alternating rows of diamonds and gold form two strands that wind into one and flow in a spiral course. The earrings are made from 14K solid yellow gold, two round lab-grown rubies of 3 millimeters each and about 558 round diamonds. Production included computer modeling, 3D printing, lost-wax casting and stone setting.

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Designer: Yamile Salomon Work: Earrings Tag: Jewelry

Desert Desire

There are some characteristics that distinguish these pieces and highlight the influence of graphic design. One is the iconicity of the shapes and the visual effect of three-dimensionality that is achieved, only, through textures and thread patterns. The second is the imperfection of each handmade piece. These geometric shapes assume accuracy but don't have it. Each curve and texture are different. They are imperfect but unique, as in nature, and explore the peculiarity of two worlds – cacti and snakes –making them harmoniously coexist in a system.

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Designer: Adelina Brask Work: Earrings Tag: Jewelry

Snowdrops

Snowdrops is a pair of earrings inspired by the snowdrop flower, an early sign of spring. Each earring measures 30 mm by 10 mm, and the flower head measures about 10 mm by 10 mm. The petals are curved and organic in shape, staying as close as possible to the natural flower. The petals are sand blasted to a satin finish that recalls the surface of the real flower, while the other parts are polished for contrast. The earrings are handmade in 925 sterling silver from a brass mold, and some parts are plated with 18kt gold.

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Designer: Chiaki Miyauchi Work: Earrings Tag: Jewelry

Angelic Blessing

These earrings convey an image of the angelic power of blessing felt in the world. Angel wings are depicted with the use of Maki-e, Japanese traditional lacquer technique, on the South Sea pearl catches. The 18K yellow gold wavy hoops with hand engraved Italian traditional Florentine Finish represent the magical angelic energy. The hoops were created with responsibly sourced Valcambi Swiss Gold Products. This design can be worn two different ways, either by placing the wavy hoops at the top, or at the back.

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Designer: Erlina Soegandi Work: Earrings Tag: Jewelry

Rana

Rana is a pair of earrings designed for everyday wear. Rana offers a dual look option. The dangle attachments are interchangeable and can be removed, so the earrings can also be worn as studs. The design combines the bold, structured look of modern architecture with the traditional beauty of ethnic jewelry. Rana is made of brass with 18k gold plating and is set with glass stones. Each earring measures 2.5 cm in diameter and 9 cm in length. The interchangeable back lets one main design create two different looks.

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Designer: Jiancheng Tian Work: Earrings Tag: Jewelry

Gargantua

The creators cleverly used the structure of the regularly shaped accretion disk and the black ball in the middle to reveal the expansion of the universe and the gravitational motion of black holes. He attempted to describe the disordered and steady-state motion of chaotic systems in his works. The streamlined undulations reveal organic forms, and the work itself reflects a dynamic sense of extension and movement. The combination of karat gold and black chalcedony creates a rich sense of space and gravity flow, showing the power of styling and exquisite craftsmanship.

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