Cartilage Hoops

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Cartilage Hoops

Cartilage Hoops

Cartilage hoops are small, close-fitting hoops made for upper-ear piercings such as the helix, conch and tragus. Our cartilage hoops come in plain, beaded and crystal-set designs to help you build the perfect curated ear.

Mix them with huggie earrings on the lobe, or add an ear cuff for a pierced look without a new piercing. Explore more in ear piercing jewellery.

What are cartilage hoops?

Cartilage hoops are small hoops designed for piercings in the firmer upper ear, such as the helix (outer rim), conch (inner shell) and tragus.

A brief history

Cartilage piercings have been practised in many cultures for centuries, but they surged in popularity in the 2010s with the rise of the curated ear, where several small pieces are styled together.

How to choose

A 6 to 8 mm hoop suits most helix piercings, while the conch often needs 10 to 12 mm. Only wear hoops in a cartilage piercing once it is fully healed, which can take several months.

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Minimalist Huggie Hoop Earrings | Dainty Hoops - Amber James Jewellery
Small gold huggie hoop earrings set with cubic zirconia, minimalist sterling silver design, stylish and sparkling jewelry by AJJ.

Minimalist Huggie Hoop Earrings | Dainty Hoops

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Small 18K gold stud earrings with cubic zirconia, delicate dainty jewelry for women, featuring tiny gold posts and smooth finish.
Small 18K gold stud earrings with cubic zirconia, dainty jewelry for women, featuring minimalist design and elegant craftsmanship.

Neve Small CZ Stud Earrings in 18K Gold & Sterling Silver

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Dia Tiny Baguette Huggie Hoop Earrings | 18K Gold Dainty Huggies - Amber James Jewellery
Dia Tiny Baguette Huggie Hoop Earrings | 18K Gold Dainty Huggies

Dia Tiny Baguette Huggie Hoop Earrings | 18K Gold Dainty Huggies

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Kiera Minimalist Huggie Hoop Earrings | Gold   & Silver Dainty Hoops - Amber James Jewellery
Small twisted gold and silver huggie hoop earrings by AJJ, minimalist open hoop earrings for a dainty, stylish look.

Kiera Minimalist Huggie Hoop Earrings | Gold & Silver Dainty Hoops

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AJJ tiny huggie hoop earrings in 18K gold plated sterling silver, dainty helix hoop earrings with a sleek, minimalist design.
AJJ Tiny Huggie Hoop Earrings in 18K gold plated sterling silver, dainty helix hoop earrings for subtle, elegant ear jewelry.

Ava Tiny Huggie Hoop Earrings | Dainty 18K Gold & Silver Hoops

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Gold and silver Huggie Hoop Earrings featuring conch, cartilage, tragus, and helix hoops with pave detailing from AJJ.
AJJ gold and silver cartilage and helix hoop earrings, small conch, tragus, and helix hoops with pave detailing.

Kim Rose Gold Huggie Hoop Earrings | CZ Pavé Cartilage Hoops

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AJJ silver pearl huggie hoops, small open hoop earrings with dainty design and pearl accents, perfect for everyday wear.
AJJ silver pearl huggie hoops, small open dainty hoop earrings, silver jewelry for women, stylish huggie hoop earrings

Pearl Huggie Hoops | Dainty Open Hoop Earrings | Silver & Gold

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AJJ Bridget minimalistic huggie hoops with small turquoise and silver bead gold hoop earrings, dainty and stylish for everyday wear.
AJJ Bridget minimalist huggie hoops with small turquoise and gold bead accents, silver and gold hoop earrings, dainty and stylish

Bridget Minimalist Huggie Hoop Earrings | Gold & Turquoise

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AJJ gold and silver huggie hoop earrings with geometric and dagger designs, suitable for cartilage or everyday wear
Gold and silver Huggie Hoop Earrings by AJJ, featuring geometric and dagger designs in cartilage and hoop styles.

Kylea Huggie Hoop Earrings

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Sterling Silver 925 hoop sleeper earrings in various sizes, simple silver hoops with a secure latch, by AJJ.
Pair of AJJ Sterling Silver 925 hoop sleeper earrings in 10 to 50 mm, simple and elegant silver hoop earrings.

Olivia Sterling Silver Hoop Sleeper Earrings | 10–50mm | Gold & Silver

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The Amber James guide

All about Cartilage Hoops

What size hoop do I need for a helix?

Most helix piercings suit 6 to 8 mm hoops. If your piercing is further from the edge, try 9 to 10 mm.

Can I wear these in a new piercing?

No. Wait until your piercing is fully healed and check with your piercer before changing jewellery.

When can I wear a hoop in a new cartilage piercing?

Cartilage piercings take longer to heal than lobes, often several months. Always wait until your piercing is fully healed and follow your piercer's advice before changing jewellery.

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