{"product_id":"9ct-gold-beaded-cubic-zirconia-huggie-hoops","title":"9CT GOLD BEADED CUBIC ZIRCONIA HUGGIE HOOPS","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOh, hello, golden lovelies! 💛 If you adore a bit of sparkle but aren't particularly keen on earrings that could double as curtain rings, allow me to introduce you to these rather gorgeous little beauties.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese \u003cstrong\u003e9ct Yellow Gold double-row hinged huggie hoop earrings\u003c\/strong\u003e are the perfect combination of classic Gold, contemporary styling and just the right amount of bling.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach petite hoop features \u003cstrong\u003etwo rows of decorative detailing\u003c\/strong\u003e: one half set with sparkling \u003cstrong\u003eCubic Zirconia (CZ)\u003c\/strong\u003e stones, while the other half features delicate beaded detailing. The contrast between the brilliant stones and textured Gold gives these earrings a wonderfully intricate finish.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAt just \u003cstrong\u003e8mm internal diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e, they're designed to sit snugly against the earlobe, creating that effortlessly chic huggie look. Small enough for everyday wear, but with enough sparkle to make themselves known. Rather like a very well-behaved guest who still manages to be the most interesting person at the party.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWear them alone for a delicate flash of Gold, or stack them with other earrings if you're fortunate enough to have multiple piercings. They're equally lovely with jeans, office attire, evening wear or whatever constitutes getting dressed properly these days.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003eSolid 9ct Yellow Gold – Because Real Gold Is Always Rather Lovely\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLet's clear something up before we get carried away with the sparkle.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese earrings are made from \u003cstrong\u003ereal, solid 9ct Yellow Gold\u003c\/strong\u003e. Not Gold-plated, not Gold-filled, not a base metal having an elaborate identity crisis.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9ct Gold contains 37.5% pure Gold\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the remaining metal content made up of alloys that help improve its strength and durability. The fineness is represented by the number \u003cstrong\u003e375\u003c\/strong\u003e, which identifies this Gold standard.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUK hallmarking legislation helps protect consumers by ensuring that precious-metal jewellery covered by the regulations meets the required fineness standards. Items above the relevant exemption weight must be hallmarked, while qualifying lighter pieces may be exempt from hallmarking but are still guaranteed to meet their stated Gold fineness.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn short: proper Gold, lovely quality and a rather excellent addition to your jewellery collection.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003eCubic Zirconia – Sparkle Without the Financial Existential Crisis 💎\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNow, I have absolutely nothing against Diamonds. They're beautiful. They're iconic. They have been making people lose their minds over jewellery for centuries.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBut must every little flash of sparkle come with a price tag that requires a family meeting?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eI think not.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCubic Zirconia (CZ)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a popular Diamond alternative, admired for its brilliance, clarity and impressive sparkle. Created in laboratories, it offers a more affordable option for those who love the appearance of bright, sparkling stones without the expense of Diamonds.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCZ has a hardness of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e8–8.5 on the Mohs scale\u003c\/strong\u003e, compared with Diamond's 10, making it a durable choice for many types of jewellery, although it still deserves sensible care.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnd let's be honest: jewellery should be about how it makes you feel. If a little sparkle makes you feel fabulous, why wait for some hypothetical future moment when you've decided you're finally allowed to buy the Diamonds?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWear the sparkle now, darling.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003eHuggie Hoop Earrings – Practicality Has Never Looked So Good\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIf you've never tried hinged huggie earrings, prepare to wonder why you've spent years faffing about with separate butterfly backs.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese clever little hoops feature a \u003cstrong\u003ehinged clicker fastening\u003c\/strong\u003e. The earring opens at the hinge, then the post clicks securely into place when closed.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNo separate earring backs to disappear into handbags, down plugholes or into that mysterious dimension where all missing socks apparently live.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJust a neat, close-fitting hoop designed for pierced ears.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHuggies are popular for good reason. Their compact design makes them comfortable and versatile, and because they sit close to the earlobe, they're less likely to become tangled in your hair than larger dangling earrings.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThey're also ideal for creating a curated ear look, worn alongside studs, additional hoops or other delicate jewellery.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Details\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid 9ct Yellow Gold\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGold fineness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9ct \/ 375\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double-row huggie hoop earrings\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cubic Zirconia (CZ)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Half set with CZ stones, half featuring beaded detailing\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 8mm\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2mm\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAverage pair weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1.48g\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFastening:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hinged clicker closure\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pierced ears\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sold as a pair\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully recycled gift box, ready for gifting\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note that the weight is an average and may vary slightly between individual pairs.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Very Important Sizing Note\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese are deliberately petite earrings, with an \u003cstrong\u003e8mm internal diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThat compact size is part of their charm, but it does mean they won't necessarily fit every ear shape or piercing placement.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you have thicker earlobes, these tiny huggies may not fit comfortably.\u003c\/strong\u003e Please check the dimensions carefully before ordering and consider the position of your piercing as well as the thickness of your earlobe.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eI would much rather you checked first than ended up with a pair of beautiful earrings that simply won't fit.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Lovely Little Gift 🎁\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese 9ct Yellow Gold CZ huggie hoops make a thoughtful gift for birthdays, anniversaries, Christmas, Valentine's Day or simply because someone deserves a little sparkle.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThey're particularly lovely for anyone building a collection of Gold jewellery, as their petite size makes them easy to wear alongside other pieces. The double-row detailing gives them a little more character than a plain hoop, while the classic Yellow Gold keeps them timeless.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnd because they arrive in my fully recycled gift box, they're ready to give without you having to engage in an unnecessary battle with wrapping paper, scissors and sellotape.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe've all been there.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003eMy Final Thoughts\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eI love jewellery that combines classic materials with contemporary design, and these little huggies do exactly that.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou get the warmth of solid 9ct Yellow Gold, the sparkle of Cubic Zirconia, the texture of beaded detailing and the convenience of a hinged fastening. All in a petite 8mm hoop that looks beautiful worn alone or as part of a carefully curated ear stack.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReal Gold. Double-row detailing. Tiny hoops with an enormous amount of charm.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat's not to love, darlings?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003eA Note About Earring Returns\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor hygiene reasons, pierced earrings are non-returnable unless faulty or not as described, in accordance with applicable consumer law. 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Think of it as foreplay for the soul.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003eInternational Shipping\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnywhere from \u003cstrong\u003e5 to 30 working days\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on customs, the mood of your postal service, and whether Mercury is in retrograde.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003eCustoms Policy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eImport duties, taxes and charges are \u003cstrong\u003enot included\u003c\/strong\u003e in the item price or the shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease check with your local customs authority to determine these additional costs before bidding or buying if you are not in the UK. 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