9CT GOLD HUGGIE DROP CUBIC ZIRCONIA EARRINGS
Christine Alexander Fine Jewellery
Let's be honest.
Summer jewellery has a habit of betraying us.
One paddle in the sea, one overenthusiastic holiday shower, one particularly sweaty afternoon chasing children around an airport, and suddenly your "Gold" earrings have turned an interesting shade of regret.
Not these beauties.
These are crafted from Solid 9ct Gold, which means they're the real deal. You can wear them to the beach, around the pool, in the rain, while dancing at festivals, or while dramatically pretending to be the heroine in a perfume advert running through the Mediterranean. They won't tarnish, they won't turn your skin green, and they certainly won't judge your life choices.
SUMMER READY? Absolutely. ✔
Now let's talk sparkle.
The petite 12.5mm huggie hoops are beautifully pavé set with shimmering Cubic Zirconia, adding just the right amount of everyday glamour. Suspended beneath each hoop are three graduating Cubic Zirconia drops, each moving independently to catch every glimmer of light. Honestly, watching them dance is almost hypnotic.
The total drop measures approximately 30mm, creating that perfect balance between understated elegance and "yes, people will absolutely ask where you bought them."
I adore these earrings because they're ridiculously versatile. They'll elevate jeans and a T-shirt, add sparkle to a summer dress, finish off a wedding guest outfit, or accompany you on holiday while making every sunset selfie approximately 83% more fabulous.
Why You'll Love Them
✨ Crafted in Solid 9ct Gold — wear them in water without tarnishing
💎 Pavé-set Cubic Zirconia huggie hoops for maximum sparkle
☀️ Three independently moving graduated Cubic Zirconia drops
💛 Lightweight, elegant and wonderfully comfortable
🌊 Perfect for holidays, beaches, festivals and everyday wear
🎁 Beautifully presented and ready for gifting (even if the lucky recipient is you)
A little word of caution, lovely...
These are true huggie earrings, so the inner diameter is petite. If you've got particularly thick earlobes or are planning to wear them higher up your ear, please double-check the measurements before ordering. Sadly, for hygiene reasons, I can't accept returns or exchanges on pierced jewellery.
Now, about those Cubic Zirconia...
Since arriving on the jewellery scene in 1976, they've been quietly proving that you don't need a second mortgage to enjoy serious sparkle. Created in laboratories, Cubic Zirconia offers exceptional brilliance, durability and clarity, making it one of the most convincing alternatives to Diamonds ever developed. Frankly, they sparkle so beautifully that most people won't know the difference unless they're carrying a jeweller's loupe in their handbag. (If they are, I'd question their priorities.)
Jewellery Care
Although your 9ct Gold earrings are wonderfully durable and perfectly happy around water, it's always worth treating them kindly. Different gemstones have different cleaning requirements, and many jewellery cleaners can damage softer or porous stones.
For these beauties, a soft damp cloth is usually all they need to keep them looking glorious. Sometimes the simplest care is the best care.
Your earrings will arrive beautifully presented, ready to become your new favourite pair.
Yes, darlings, I dispatch as soon as my little hands can package your treasure — but remember, I'm a boutique, not Bezos. If I have your piece to hand, it'll be dispatched the same day, but the vast majority comes to me first from my wondrous Silver and Goldsmiths on order.
UK Shipping
Expect your sparkles in 5–7 working days. Think of it as foreplay for the soul.
International Shipping
Anywhere from 5–30 working days, depending on customs, the mood of your postal service, and whether Mercury is in retrograde.
Customs Policy
Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping costs. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
Please check with your local customs authority before purchasing if you're outside the UK.
These charges are normally collected by the delivering courier or when you collect your parcel.
If you're in the USA, please drop me a message before ordering.
Order cancellations or refunds cannot be accepted due to unpaid customs duties by the buyer.
Thank you so much for visiting my little corner of the internet. I genuinely hope you love wearing your new jewellery as much as I've loved choosing it for you.