The best hoop earrings are among the most essential pieces of jewelry in one’s collection. They’re a must-have, a go-to, a classic staple—not to mention, an instant confidence boost.

For Ruby Buddemeyer, the director of copy and concept at Starface (and former beauty editor at Cosmopolitan), hoop earrings must meet a list of criteria: not too big but not too small ...

She designed a small hoop with an elongated section above ... backs distribute earring weight more evenly. Annoushka Six Hoop earrings, £440, annoushka.com Lylie Celeste half hoops, £1,245 ...

The main quality to look for is softness rather than sharpness, so Katz also advises going for curved earrings if you have a heart-shaped face, like Monica Vinader's Swirl Small Hoop Earrings.

Kate has Missoma's Zenyu Fan Chandelier Hoop Earrings, the Entwine Small Hoop Earrings, and the Mini Pyramid Charm Hoop Earrings. Priced from £98 to £145, they're already on the more affordable ...

The small accessory can make a big impact ... One such selection, the Cate and Chloe Bethany Gold-Plated Hoop Earrings made with Swarovski crystals, is on sale at Walmart as part of a limited ...

Princess Eugenie looked chic as she stepped out in a glittering pair of earrings. Get her exact look here, along with a selection of alternatives.

The royal, 43, wore the Rosalia earrings in Lapis, which retail at £70. The stones are set in a small metal hoop made from 22-carat gold on sterling silver. All of Shyla’s jewellery is also ...