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Piercings and earrings in Japan
There are roughly two types of ear accessories: earrings, which are worn without piercing the ears, and piercings, which are worn by piercing the ears.
Earrings have the advantage of being easy to wear without having to pierce your ears, but the disadvantage is that they tend to fall off with even the slightest movement.
However, while piercings have the advantage of being firmly attached to the ear and therefore less likely to fall out, they have the disadvantage of requiring earrings to be pierced. In Japan, earrings were more popular than piercings until about 10 years ago, but piercings have a longer history worldwide.
Types of Piercings
Post and Catch
The most common type is the post-and-back, which has a straight stem and a metal back that clips onto the back of the ear. They are also called stud earrings.
snap earrings
This is a type of ring earring, and the metal part that goes through the piercing hole is straight, so the post can be fixed with just one touch.
drop earrings
These are drop earrings, also known as gypsy earrings. They have a hook that hangs from the pierced earring hole, and are available in a wide variety of materials, including natural stones, shells, and pearls, and come in a wide variety of designs.
Piercings from around the world
Many Indian women have nose piercings. For Indians, piercing is considered a part of their appearance.
The meaning of the piercing varies depending on the location. Women get their nose pierced on the left side as children. The left nostril is believed to control the female reproductive organs and to alleviate menstrual cramps and pain during childbirth.
Not all women open their hearts, and there are some who don't, but it is said that they will definitely open their hearts by the time they get married.
They wear gold nose rings on their weddings, making it the most important day of their lives.
Although they are called ornaments, they are not just one type of earring, but many with various designs. In India, these earrings are called "nose tikas," and wealthy people are said to spend up to 100,000 yen to decorate them extravagantly.
How to choose earrings that bring out your charm
When wearing earrings, it's important to choose the right size for your ears. The size of the earrings can make a big difference in how you look.
Are you confident that your piercings are the right fit for you? Perhaps you can find a better fit for your earring size.
drop earrings
If someone with large ears wears large earrings, their ears will stand out and look unbalanced. People with large ears should choose smaller earrings or earrings in light colors to create a more subtle look.
People with small ears can wear larger earrings and still look stylish because the fit is balanced.
Consider the balance between the face and ears
If you wear larger earrings on ears that are lower in relation to your face, the weight of the earrings will cause your ears to droop and create an unbalanced look. Choose lighter earrings that fit snugly in your ears rather than earrings that hang down below your ears. This will improve your balance.
On the other hand, if you have high-pointed earrings, you can wear earrings that hang below your ears to emphasize your vertical lines and give a clean impression.
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