Heart Threader Earrings
This pair of Heart Threader earrings is part of our Silver Collection. Earrings are crafted in sterling silver and feature a threaded design with polished hearts that dangle elegantly. These earrings are very feminine, perfect for adding just the right amount of sparkle and shine to any outfit. They would also make a great gift for someone special.
- Collection: Silver Collection
- Product Type: Earrings
- Product Design: Heart
- Metal: 925 Sterling Silver
- Earring Type: Threader
- Attention: This item is NOT hallmarked with "925"
- Width: 1/4 inches
- Height: 3 7/16 inches
How to Wear Heart Threader Earrings
Heart threader earrings hang from a fine chain that passes through the piercing, so the length falls where you decide. At about 3 7/16 inches tall, this pair reaches below the jaw on most people. They sit close to the neck and move with every turn of the head.
Pull the chain through until the two ends hang evenly, then check them in a mirror. Uneven ends are the most common reason threaders look off.
Styling Ideas
Because the hearts are polished and the width is only 1/4 inch, the pair reads as delicate rather than loud. Wear them with your hair up, a V-neck or an open collar so the length shows. With a high collar or long hair, much of the effect is lost.
If you like a playful mix, try them next to apple earrings or dachshund earrings in a second piercing. Keep the other pair small so the long hearts stay the focus. For a dressier evening look, simulated diamond earrings in the upper lobe balance the dangle nicely.
Caring for Sterling Silver Threaders
Silver darkens with air and skin oils. Wipe the pair with a soft polishing cloth after wearing, and store it in a small zip bag or a lined box. A fine chain tangles easily, so keep each earring separate.
- Remove them before swimming, showering or sleeping.
- Apply perfume and hairspray first, then put the earrings on.
- Avoid harsh cleaners, which can dull the polished finish.
One detail to keep in mind: the item is not stamped with "925", though the metal is sterling silver.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are heart threader earrings good for a second piercing?
Yes, they work in a lobe or a higher piercing, as long as it is fully healed. A long chain can catch on clothing, so the lower lobe is usually the more comfortable choice.
Can I shorten the chain?
The length is fixed by the design, but you control how far the chain hangs by how far you pull it through. Pulling one side more makes the hearts sit at different heights, which some people like.
Do they pair with silver ear cuffs?
They do. Silver ear cuffs on the upper ear give a clean contrast to the long, straight drop of the threaders, and both stay in the same metal tone.
Are they a good gift?
The heart shape and light weight suit birthdays, anniversaries and Valentine's Day. Since there is no clasp to size, they fit any pierced ear.