Every jewelry box needs a pair of solitaire diamond studs, and this one comes in at under $500 for a full carat. They’re set in solid 14k gold with IGI-certified lab-grown diamonds, so you’re not sacrificing quality for the price.
| Material | 14K solid gold and lab-grown diamonds |
| Size | 0.50 carat each (1 ctw) |
| Backing | Butterfly back |
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While Gorjana sells studs in pairs as well, I love the singular styles for mixing and matching. This cutie little crab design will bring a playful and charming addition to your ear stack.
| Material | 18K gold plated brass |
| Size | 8mm by 8.5mm |
| Backing | Surgical steel post back |
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Your new wear-everywhere studs. The bezel setting keeps them sleek enough for the office, but the lab-grown diamonds add enough sparkle for date night or a Sunday on the couch.
| Material | 14k Yellow Gold, Lab Grown Diamond |
| Stone Size | 2.90mm |
| Backing | n/a |
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Five pairs of earrings for under $15, and they’re actually sterling silver, so they won’t turn your ears green by Friday. The pack comes in five sizes, from 2mm to 6mm, so you can wear them all up your ear or style them with other jewelry.
| Material | Sterling silver |
| Size | 2mm/3mm /4mm/5mm /6mm |
| Backing | Push back |
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Love a flat back? Say less. This 14k solid gold stud comes with the super-wearable backing that makes it more comfortable to sleep in (trust me) and won’t snag on clothing or hair.
| Material | 14K solid gold |
| Size | 3.3mm round by 3.1mm |
| Backing | Threaded flat back post |
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A good jewelry collection is about more than just staples or big statement hoops. Studs can pack the personality, too. Case in point: this Ring Concierge Horseshoe style that’s set with baguette and round diamonds.
| Material | 14k solid yellow gold |
| Size | 7 mm x 6 mm |
| Backing | Friction back closure |
There’s nothing more timeless than a pair of round diamond studs. They’re the kind of jewelry staple that works with everything from a basic tee to your dressiest wedding guest look.
| Material | 14k solid gold; choice of natural or lab diamonds |
| Stone Size | 0.75 carat/4.50 mm to 5 carat/8.70 mm |
| Backing | Friction back closure |
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These freshwater pearl bar studs strike the right balance between classic and cool, with a silhouette that gives the traditional stone a more unexpected, modern twist.
| Material | 14K Gold, freshwater pearls |
| Size | 2MM pearls, 9.4MM x 2.3MM overall |
| Backing | n/a |
Another investment piece you’ll wear over and over again, and then pass down to your daughter (or niece, if the rich single aunt vibe is your calling)? These classic Return to Tiffany Heart Tag Earrings. Sure, they’re on the pricier side, but think of the heirloom potential!
| Material | Sterling silver |
| Size | Mini |
| Backing | n/a |
Megan Schaltegger is an NYC-based writer. She loves strong coffee, eating her way through the Manhattan food scene, and her dog, Murray. She promises not to talk about herself in third person IRL.














