Earrings

Earrings hold a special place in the atelier: the precious wire demands precision at every curve. Since 2014, Atelier Paulin has hand-shaped gold and silver wire jewelry in Paris, and that same exacting standard runs through every piece in the Earrings collection, whether a discreet stud or a graphic ear cuff.

Earrings: our selection

The collection brings together several families of shapes, each hand-shaped with its own gesture. The studs, like the Original Initial Stud Earring in yellow 14k gold-filled or its 18k rose gold version, carry a single letter hand-shaped from precious wire, for a discretion that still speaks. The Capital Initial Stud Earring reworks this idea with a more architectural line, available in yellow gold, silver, or 18k rose gold.

Ear cuffs hold their own place in the lineup: they slip onto the cartilage with no additional piercing, and come in personalized versions, like the Original Personalized Ear Cuff in silver, or in lettered versions with the Outline series, where each contour, from L to V, traces an initial in raised, hand-shaped wire.

For hoops, the Éos Mini Hoop Earrings offer a light, round silhouette, while the Original Personalized Hoops let you spell out a word along the ring. Those drawn to symbols will find the Evil Eye Stud Earring, the Single Heart Stud, or the Single Heart Huggie Earring, each hand-shaped in the Paris atelier.

How to choose based on the message you want to shape, or the occasion

Choosing a pair of earrings often starts with a simple question: personalize or not. For an initial or a short name, the stud remains the most legible shape and the one worn most often day to day. For a longer word, the hoop or the ear cuff give the precious wire more room to shape the letters without losing lightness.

The metal plays its own role in this choice. Yellow 14k gold-filled brings a classic warmth, sterling silver a contemporary simplicity, and 18k gold a density and long-term hold that's especially valued for pieces meant to be worn without interruption. Stone colors, like the blue sapphire, emerald, or fancy sapphire on the Single Chain Earring, let you match the pair to a wardrobe or a season.

What occasion calls for this piece?

A birth often calls for a discreet piece, like an initial stud, hand-shaped to mark a name without ostentation. A birthday or graduation suits a personalized ear cuff, bolder in statement, or an original hoop. For a couple's gift, the Eddy Single Men's Earring answers a specific request on the men's side, while the Men's Jewelry collection widens the choice further.

The holiday season and Valentine's Day remain natural moments to give a personalized pair: a name or word hand-shaped in precious wire becomes the tangible mark of a gift thought through in advance, made in 1 to 3 business days for gold-filled and silver, 2 to 5 business days for 18k gold.

Materials, personalization, and care

Each pair is cold-worked by the atelier's artisans — a work-hardening process that gives the metal its shape memory and long-term resilience. Tension points, especially on hoops and ear cuffs, are reinforced with laser micro-welding, a technique that extends the piece's hold without adding bulk to its design.

For personalization, customers choose an initial, a word, or a name hand-shaped in precious wire, with a character count that varies by style. As for care, simply avoid prolonged contact with salt water, perfume, and cosmetics, and store the pair in its box between wears. Sterling silver and 14k gold-filled both hold up to daily wear with this simple care; 18k gold, denser still, keeps its shine with minimal upkeep.

For those who prefer a ready-to-wear pair without personalization, several styles in the collection remain available as-is, hand-shaped with the same artisan care and shipped within 24 hours, then delivered via DHL Express in 48 hours worldwide.

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between a stud earring and an ear cuff? The stud is worn on a pierced lobe, while the ear cuff slips onto the cartilage with no piercing required, offering an alternative way to wear a hand-shaped initial or word without a permanent mark.

How many letters can fit on a personalized earring? The maximum character count depends on the style: initial studs are often limited to a single letter, while Original hoops and ear cuffs allow for a longer word, hand-shaped in precious wire.

Which metal should I choose: gold-filled, silver, or 18k gold? 14k gold-filled and sterling silver both suit daily wear with simple care, while 18k gold, denser still, offers superior long-term hold for a piece meant to be worn without interruption.

How long does it take to hand-shape a personalized pair? The atelier announces 1 to 3 business days for gold-filled and sterling silver, and 2 to 5 business days for 18k gold, before shipping via DHL Express in 48 hours.

To keep exploring, the Personalized Jewelry collection brings together all of the Maison's customizable pieces, from earrings to Personalized Gold and Silver Bracelets.