In 2025, trends seemingly come and go in the blink of an eye. But even in the fast-paced fashion industry, a few things remain sacred — of course, one of those things is gold earrings. With the ability to add a pop of glamour to any outfit or complete a look in three seconds flat, thoughtfully adding a piece of gold jewellery before walking out the door is almost guaranteed to help you feel like you have your life together.
We always suggest investing in a good quality pair that will last you years to come, but that doesn’t mean you always need to spend big on a solid gold pair. If cared for properly, gold-plated, vermeil, and even gold-toned jewellery should last you through many seasons. So, on those days when our outfits just aren’t delivering what we pictured in our minds, adding a pair of interesting hoops or mixing up the combination of studs adorning our ears can add a much-needed freshness to our looks. Not to mention, a mood boost.
Gold earrings also make a beautiful gift because, unlike other jewellery options like rings, bracelets, or necklaces, worrying that you’re choosing the wrong size isn’t much of an issue. A simple pair of gold earrings (or a personality-packed pair like those at the bottom of this list) will be appreciated by any giftee — we promise. Ahead, you’ll find the 24 pairs we’re shopping in 2025, for ourselves and our loved ones.
The Best Gold Earrings To Shop In 2025
Gold Hoop Earrings
There is no more classic earring shape than a hoop. Providing the perfect everyday silhouette, hoop earrings are an enduring style that suit everyone, no matter your age. If you’re just starting your earring collection, we suggest picking up a pair of simple hoops first. You will be surprised how such a simple piece of jewellery is able to pull any outfit together without any effort at all.
Michael Hill 15mm 10kt Gold
$209 at Michael Hill
Melissa Joy Manning 14kt Hoop
$374.71 at Net-A-Porter
Oversized Hoop Earrings
Perhaps you already own your staple, everyday hoops and feel ready to add to your collection — oversized hoops may be the logical next step. Jewellery brands like Mejuri have gold hoops in just about every shape and size, making it a good place to hunt first, but we also love the organic shapes from local label Brie Leon, and paper-thin hoops from fine jewellery brands, as shown below.
Huggie Earrings
Huggie earrings are just smaller hoops that are comfortable enough to sleep in, which is reason enough to add a pair to your earring rotation. If you’re looking to add a subtle touch of gold to an outfit, gold-tone, plated, or vermeil are good choices. But if you’re after a style that can withstand everything you throw at them — namely, showering and never taking your jewellery off — solid gold huggies are your best option.
Chunky Hoops & Huggies
If you prefer to make a statement with your jewellery choices, chunkier styles will be right up your alley. Rounded and chubby, modern angles, and wider styles all add some drama to the classic hoop, and offer a simple option for dressing up any outfit. Opting for hollow or flatter styles that still look chunky will also keep your earrings on the lighter side so your lobes won’t tire throughout the day.
Stud Earrings
Undoubtedly the most wearable of the earring categories, stud earrings are no longer the boring little jewels you picked up from the chemist in high school. We’re partial to a simple trio sphere-style for everyday wear (like the Mejuri pair below), but that doesn’t mean there isn’t room for playing with your stud choices. Brands like Maria Tash (which is also available to shop in-person in Mecca’s Sydney flagship store) create bedazzled earrings in everything from lightning bolts to snakes, while Sydney-born Sarah & Sebastian often take inspiration from the sea.
Statement Gold Earrings
There’s a time and place for statement earrings — and for us, that time is when we need a little bit of distraction from an ill-thought-out outfit. If you’re struggling to get dressed in the morning, need a little mood booster, or want to take a simple outfit combination from day to night, adding a pair of statement gold earrings is the perfect way to have maximum impact with minimal effort.
Gold Earrings With A Pop Of Colour
We’re huge fans of adding a surprise pop of colour to an outfit to keep things interesting, but have you considered doing so via earrings? Bold acrylic styles or subtle gemstones, all backed by gold (obviously), maintain the classic glam gold jewellery provides while also adding interest to your look. If you’re not trying to make a statement, gold jewellery with a single coloured stone is a nice way to show personality without the risk. It may just become your signature look.
