It’s hard to go wrong selecting a gift of jewelry. She’ll love it that you tried to please her, if nothing else. Of all the types of jewelry to choose from, earrings are probably best. A ring requires you know her size, as does a bracelet. A necklace can easily be too long or too short. Earrings, on the other hand, are ideal for almost everyone. With a few guidelines, your shopping can be a breeze.

First, are her ears pierced? Most women’s are, and that will make your task easy since 99% of earrings produced today are for pierced lobes.

A word about metals: Regardless of labels such as hypoallergenic or surgical steel, some women cannot tolerate metals other than gold coming into contact with their sensitive skin. If you’re concerned about a possible nickel allergy, avoid sterling silver or base metals.

Have you seen her wear stud earrings? Studs range from playful to simply spectacular. 14k white gold is a coolly elegant look, while yellow gold lends a richness all its own. If you add a stone, it need not be a diamond. Birthstones set in gold are a sweetly memorable gift. Pearls are ever-popular for their natural beauty and often quite inexpensive. Cubic zirconia are indistinguishable from the real thing.

If studs don’t make enough of an impact, consider drop earrings with stones. There’s an enormous array to choose from. You can even find shoulder-grazing glittering chandelier ear candy, though slightly more conservative styles might be a better gift bet. Simple two-inch long sinuous curves of hammered metal have a face-flattering effect. If she likes the look of chain, there are threader earrings that go through the piercing and drop on each side.

Finally, check out the ever-popular classic hoop. Hoop earrings come in sizes from a half-inch long to three inch Sixties hippie retro. Avoid the big flashy ones unless you’re sure she embraces that style. Small beaded hoops, say 3/4 inch to 1 1/4 inches, are so versatile that she can wear them to work, then seamlessly transition to drinks and dancing later. Since precious metal hoops areoften hollow, they can be easy on your wallet. Polished or matte textures, diamond-cut designs, gemstones or no, you can’t help but find something lovely.

If the choices are overwhelming, consider her personality. Is she a sports or workout enthusiast? Try tiny stud earrings. Is afternoon tea her idea of pure bliss? Perhaps beaded hoops then in soft shades of carmine, peach or periwinkle. Does she haunt the Saturday farmer’s market? Select plain medium hoops in white gold, yellow gold or sterling silver.

Congratulations! You’ve chosen something as wonderful as she is.

Charleen Larson is a writer, serial entrepreneur and veteran eBay seller with interests in fine and fashion jewelry. Ms. Larson is customer service manager for JCEarrings, a company that catalogs popular Jody Coyote jewelry designs past and present. Is Jody Coyote a real person? Find out at: =>http://www.JCEarrings.com

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