--By Kim Moshtaghi
Earrings are one of my favorite accessories to shop for. This feature is all about fashionable earrings that make a statement, without just focusing on the popular chandelier earring. This is also going to be a small tribute to the ‘80s. Sometimes you will get an ‘80s flashback from my showcase items; a couple will have a geometric twist. My picks aren’t just fun, they are also a phenomenal way to complete fall’s rich looks. This is all about architecturally stimulating pieces that will help your inner edgy gal come out.
My first pick is a simple, inspired, old school drop earring from Banana Republic. It has all the impressive sparkle of a more expensive earring, without shelling out the cash for such a dazzling piece. I can vouch for Banana Republic accessories. I’ve had some earrings from there that have lasted six years and still haven’t tarnished. I like this pair because you will definitely use them during fall and winter months for all the holiday parties you have to get snazzy for.
→ Buy the Banana Republic Silver Seas Statement Earring, $49.50, at bananarepublic.gap.com.
Are you a gal that likes the funkier statement earrings, but hates to wear a drop earring? If so, you’ll like this edgy crawl earring. It’s plain, but its ability to take over the side of your ear gives it a punk rock feel with a clean finish. I like this earring because it allows you to wear other fun accessories without looking like you went overboard.
→ Buy the Bauble Bar Celine Ear Crawlers, $28.00, at nordstrom.com; shipping and returns are free.
If you’ve been keeping up with fashion, then you know that the all-black look is fall’s version of all-white in the summer. This year “the sleeker and the darker the better” is the trend. Keeping it all-black with mixed in fabrics, especially leather accents, is the ultimate daring look. With this all-black vixen look you’ll need a perfect pair of earrings to finish it off. I love these geometric earrings from Zara. They are on point and I can’t stop looking at the cool design.
→ Buy the Zara Long Geometric Earrings, $15.90, at zara.com.
Now heading back into the ‘80s a bit, this next earring is bold and a big statement. This thick, all black earring will make an appearance even if you are wearing a thick shawl. Don’t worry about it being unnoticed. And that’s the beauty of this fall – it’s all about being BOLD, and being noticed.
→ Buy the Topshop Triangle Drop Earrings, $14.00, at us.topshop.com.
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is a contributing writer for Adventures in the Stiletto Jungle. Kim is currently based in sunny San Diego, California, where she's a Realtor with Apprize Realty, Inc., specializing in coastal homes and luxury acquisitions. Kim has a communications degree, a third degree black belt, and a totally covetable Gucci handbag collection.