Hoops jewellery
are a type of earrings worn by both women and men. Hoops earrings are
generally circular or semi-circular in shape, and resemble a ring. Most
hoops are made of metallic tubes, with a thin wire attachment to
penetrate the ear. The hollow tube is attached to the wire at the front
of the ear and slips into the tube at the back.The entire jewellery piece is held together by tension between the wire and the tube. Semi circular designer hoops are provided with a wire that can be held to the ear with the help of a clasp.
The hoops jewellery is made from different materials. A variety of natural and synthetic materials are used to create scintillating and attractive jewellery pieces.
Popular Materials Used
Designer Hoops Earrings are one of the most demanded piece of costume jewellery. This fashionable type of earring has been in vogue for a long time now. Different sizes and styles are available in the market to meet the varying tastes of the buyers. A variety of materials are commonly used for creating hoops in numerous designs and styles. Manufacturers are using a combinations of materials for creating unique hoops that are both fashionable and affordable. Some of the commonly traded hoops are:
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Stainless
Steel Hoops: Stylish hoops ear rings are made from sanitary and surgical grade stainless steel and are embellished with stones, beads. These jewellery pieces are are exported to a large number of countries for meeting the ever increasing demand. |
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Shells
Hoops: Shell hoops ear rings are mostly manufactured in Indonesia using shells of different shapes and sizes. These costume jewellery pieces are handcrafted and exquisite. The hoops are often accented with beads and stones for making them more stylish. |
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Leather
Hoops: Leather hoops jewellery epitomize style and class. These hoops are essentially worn for the fashion conscious and trendy people. Soft and handcrafted piece of hoops are exported to a large number of countries |
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Terracotta
Hoops: Terracotta hoops jewellery symbolize ethnicity and tradition. These hoops are mostly made in states of India and sold the world over including USA, UK, Australia and Canada. These costume jewellery pieces are in high demand because of its unique designing, use of bright colors. |
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Glass Hoops: Glass hoops jewellery are both dainty and durable. This type of earring is popularly worn by young women at both formal and casual occasions. Hand painted, stained and clear glass in different colors is used for creating beautiful hoops. |
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Beads Hoops: Beaded hoops are in vogue all across the globe. Crystal, glass, plastic, leather beads are used for creating a variety of stylishly made hoops. These hoops are manufactured and exported on a large scale. The designs and the materials used keeps changing with the change in fashion. |
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Crystal
Hoops: Synthetic and semi precious transparent and colored crystals are widely used for creating hoops for women. Italy, India, China are some of the countries making high quality and fashionable crystal hoops and exporting to a large number of countries. |
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Stones
Hoops: Stone studded hoops have been in fashion for a long time now. These chic and trendy pieces of jewellery can be worn on different occasions and are a current rage among youngsters. Stones of varying, colors, shapes, sixes and finish are used for creating scintillating designs. |
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Plastic
Hoops: Plastic Hoops are a type of earrings worn by both women and men. The plastic hoops, generally circular or semi-circular in shape, are very soft to wear. Available in various colors, the plastic hoops give an enhanced look to the wearer. |
Design and Finish
Hoops are available in different designs including stone and gems studded. Gold or silver plating is often done for giving the jewellery piece a fine finish. Cubic zirconium and crystal studded hoops are quite popular.
