When it comes to earrings, I’m definitely a hoops girl. However, recently I’ve jumped ship and traded my classic gold and silver circles for small, sparkly studs. We all know that studs are the go-to style for professional settings and special events, but now I’ve embraced them for everyday wear too! Hoops will always have a place in my jewelry box, but it’s fun to switch up styles from time to time. From sterling silver balls to diamond squares, studs exude a simple, ladylike elegance that never go unnoticed.

What’s your favorite style of earrings? Hoops, studs or drops? Please share:

Check out some of these stylish studs:

14K White Gold Ball Set available at www.target.com for $37.99 (orig. $70)

Divya Diamond Stud Earrings available at www.maxandchloe.com for $865

14K White Gold Love Knots available at www.maxandchloe.com for $218

Ralph Lauren Pink Glass Pearl Stud Earrings available at www.nordstrom.com for $24

CC Skye Pave Stud Earrings available at www.singer22.com for $125

10K Gold Opal & Diamond Accent Studs available at www.kohls.com for $119.99 (orig. $300)

14K Gold Black Crystal Studs available at www.kohls.com for $35.99 (orig. $90)

Estelle Silver Plated Stud Earrings available at www.couturecandy.com for $62

14K Gold 8mm Ball Stud Earrings available at www.kohls.com for $75

1/4 Carat Diamond in 14K White Gold Stud Earrings available at www.ice.com for $150

If there’s one piece of jewelry that I can’t leave the house without wearing, (excluding my wedding ring, although I forget that sometimes) has to be a great pair of earrings!

A few months ago I wrote about the must-have classics like diamond studs, hoops and pearls. But, now with spring and summer on the horizon, it’s the perfect time to mix it up a bit with a few trendier choices. I’m not saying ditch your traditional earrings, but play around with some more unusal shapes and designs. Nothing complements a spring/summer dress like a chic, unique pair of earrings.

One of my absolute favorite jewelry line’s is Kipepeo, by Kenya native Carol Muthiga. They have delicately ornate feminine pieces that are all the rage in Hollywood. Celebrity BGs like Halle Berry, Mariah Carey and Alicia Keys have all worn her jewelry. I’m also a fan of BG indie jewelry designer Illeana Elmore’s collection.

Check them out as a well as a few others:

Kipepeo 22K Gold Plated Croissant Earrings available at Szul for $189

Kipepeo Platinum-Plated Silver Zanzi Earrings available at Szul for $129

Kipepeo 18K Gold Plated Feza Earring available at Szul for $129

Illeana Elmore’s Gray Tahitian Abalone Shell Earrings available at www.illeanaelmore.com for $20

Illeana Elmore’s “Jessie” Filled Star with Australian White Fire Opals available at www.illeanaelmore.com for $24

Alexis Bittar Vermeil Caviar Hoop Earrings available at www.nordstrom.com for $325

Forever 21 Beaded Wire Earrings available at www.forever21.com for $5