Silk Earrings

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The Village Council

Your answers straight from the village experts

+ - Are there any earring designs or symbols that have a particular meaning?

Absolutely! Jewelry is an art form that allows makers to express their individuality and cultural influences, and certain designs are used to represent important symbols. For example, Central American artisans incorporate traditional figures, glyphs, and pre-Hispanic folklore. In Mexico, the famous work of artists Angel Ortiz, Maria Belen Nilson, and Rosa Rojo highlight the beauty of Aztec, Mayan and Teotihuacan civilizations. In Peru, powerful symbols, like the Andean chakana, are used to represent humanitys union with the cosmos. Indian artists are extremely tied to their faith and spirituality. Earring designs include chakra gemstones, motifs of Lord Ganesha, and other spiritual imagery. In Bali, the Om symbol is prevalent, as well as the mythological panther-like Barong image, which is seen as a protector spirit. Designs pulled from the natural world, like animal figures, feathers, plants, as well as stones, are used in almost every culture, which then infuses them with their own particular meanings.

+ - Are there any eco-friendly women’s earrings?

Yes! We offer a wide selection of earrings that are made from eco-friendly materials. Cow bone, water buffalo horn, fabric, recycled paper, wood, palm leaf and coconut shells, just to name a few. Product descriptions always list materials used, so be sure to read about each product to discover how artisans are working to ensure sustainability and environmental consciousness.

+ - What materials are best for women’s earrings?

There is no best when it comes to handmade earrings. However, certain materials lend themselves well to jewelry. Silver and gold, for example, are frequently used to make earrings because of their luster and shine. Each region puts its own unique touch on the art of earring-making. Most use some combination of silver, gold, gemstones, wooden or glass beads, and bones. Some regions, like West Africa, have found ways to introduce up-cycling into the jewelry-making process. Recycled plastic and paper beads, as well as coconut shells are commonly integrated into beautiful works of earring art. Whatever materials used, quality and safety are always our top priorities. Each pair of earrings is tested to ensure its safety. If you do have sensitive skin, you may consider rhodium plated earrings, as rhodium is completely hypoallergenic. You can always find all relevant information about materials in the product description.

Featured Reviews

Smoky quartz dangle earrings, 'Crystalline Drops'

Allison

Feb 18, 2022

Very nice

I got 2 pairs. 1 for me and 1 for my daughter. I had some almost like these i bought at a boutique in the mountains. I was sick after losing one. So glad to find these. They are beautiful. They have silver and gold so will match anything. They are lightweight which i like. I can't wear heavy earrings. Could not be happier

Dainty

Drop Dangle Earrings

Excellent Honesty Jewelry

Pearl Silver Drops Pink Earrings

Sterling Silver Jewelry

Silver Jewelry

Earrings

Carnelian dangle earrings, 'Wistful Memory'

Lucinda

Sep 25, 2019

Perfect earrings with my favorite colors!

I couldn't be happier with these earrings! They are exactly as pictured and are the perfect splash of color for numerous outfits!

Colorful

Holiday Jewelry

Iridescent Jewelry

Natural Stone Earrings

Sterling Silver Jewelry

Earrings

Jasper and cultured pearl dangle earrings, 'Exotic Cluster'

Susan

Oct 24, 2019

Delicate looking but strong

These were a gift for a young granddaughter and they were just right. The colors give her options and they look a bit elegant but not sophisticated.

Heavy

Large Earrings

March Jasper Jewelry For Her

Mom To Be Gifts!

Rainbow Cluster Earrings

Stone Cluster Earrings

Featured Artist

Nareerat Joyas hechas a mano con piedras preciosas y perlas

(1853)

"Para crear mis joyas, me gusta sentarme en medio de los materiales: piedras de colores y perlas de muchas formas. La naturaleza es una referencia para mis diseños".

Actualizar (agosto de 2021)"Trabajar contigo me ha hecho darme cuenta de que mi pasión interior es crear joyas de manera creativa. Disfruto... read more