The Curated Ear 101 

The #CuratedEar piercing trend has taken center stage in recent years and there are no signs of it slowing down. With so many unconventional piercing placements and cooler than ever earrings available, this trend is accessible to everyone, no matter your budget (or pain threshold!).

What is a curated ear? 

A curated ear piercing is all about choosing the perfect ear piercing placements and earrings to complement your ear shape and unique style. Let your anatomy and personal style guide you, rather than being led by trends. The main goal is to create something unique and well-suited to you. 

Creating your very own curated ear is a uniquely personal experience. Having a blank canvas for piercings offers so many options; a good place to start would be stacked lobe piercings, then adding a conch or daith piercing. Keep in mind that you should only have three piercings done at a time, so your body can recover and your piercings can heal effectively.

Ears, like eyebrows are sisters, not twins.

Whether you are going for an asymmetric or symmetric look for your ears, being deliberate is the key. When done deliberately, asymmetrical designs can be artful and unique. The same can be said for symmetry: making both ears symmetrical and perfectly even can be challenging since our bodies and ears aren't symmetrical, and a well-executed job can be impressive.

Let's talk jewelry 

You can convey a lot more than your own personal taste through the jewelry you wear. Jewelry choices can convey your wealth, status, culture, and identity - so the meaning behind the jewelry you wear is another form of self-expression. When it comes to styling your piercings, the possibilities are almost limitless.  You can mix and match, playing with different lengths and sizes, and add in color to give it a unique touch. It's all very personal and there's really no right or wrong way to do it. The only thing to consider is choosing quality metals, such as 14k and 18k gold and platinum. 

Looking for styling inspo?

You might have fallen in love with a piece of jewelry you found and want to find the perfect placement for it. Or maybe it has sentimental value and you'd like to add it into your current stack. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned pro, Instagram and Pinterest have endless styling ideas you can explore to level up your ear game.

Ready to amp up your ear game? Here's everything you need to know about how to create a curated ear. 

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