Types of clasps on earrings

Earrings are considered one of the main details of the image. When choosing products, first of all, design, style and unusual author's solutions are taken into account. Fastenings are usually the last thing people pay attention to. Meanwhile, the comfort of wearing depends on the fastenings. To choose the right jewelry, you should first understand the existing types of earring clasps.

Various clasps for earrings

What types of locks on earrings are there in jewelry?

Earrings consist of the following elements:

• caste — the main part of the product, in which decorative elements (for example, stones) are fixed;
• inserts - minerals, stones, beads and other types of decorative jewelry;
• suspension - a decorative detail hanging freely from the base of the earring;
• clasp, which, in turn, consists of an earring (a loop-bow threaded through the earlobe) and a pin (a straight fragment of the lock mechanism that ensures reliable fixation of the product).

 

Reference! The more reliable the fastener of such a product, the more complex the opening and closing mechanism is.

English

The most common types of fastening are English fasteners. In most cases, it is used for products with pendants and for earrings decorated with large stones. In such a lock, the pin is located at the puncture site in the earlobe, and is connected to the hole in the earring through a small spring mechanism.

When fastening and unfastening it should be heard characteristic click. This indicates that the clasp is working properly and the earring was fastened correctly.

The disadvantages of this model include inability to change pin length. In thin lobes, the decorative part of the earrings will noticeably outweigh.

Important! The pin in such fasteners in many products is quite thick. If the hole pierced in the earlobe is too small, this type of lock will be difficult to put on and may slightly injure the earlobe.

French

This type of lock is often used in children's jewelry and on small items with small stones. Earrings with such locks are quite difficult to lose. The French clasp is made in the form of a long loop that is threaded through the lobe and secured at the bottom with a small loop.

Advice! This type of fastener must be handled very carefully, since the fragile loop can easily be broken by accidentally pressing it with your finger.

Earrings with such a lock should not be heavy. Otherwise they will lean back too much.

Italian

This type of mount has a threaded rod. It is screwed into the hole on top of the bow. The thread allows you to adjust the width of the fastener.Earrings with locks of this type can be easily removed and put on, ensuring reliable fixation of the product.

Such fastenings are most often set on massive earrings with stones, characterized by high cost. It is recommended to remove such earrings before going to bed due to the high probability of the lock becoming loose.

Stud clasp

Another very popular option is a “nail”; it is attached to the tip of a pin on the back of the earlobe (a screw fastener is screwed onto the pin) or by means of an ordinary fastener with a hole, which is put on the pin without screwing. This type of mount is convenient because it can be easily adjusted to suit different earlobe thicknesses.

The disadvantages include the impressive length of the pin in many models. This can cause significant discomfort during sleep. In addition, a regular retainer can be easily lost.

Advice! When fastening a product with a screw stud lock, you need to hold the latch as straight as possible, otherwise it will be quite difficult to fasten such a lock.

Loop fastening

Used mainly in elongated earrings. Such fastenings do not weigh down the product and look quite elegant. In addition, earrings with such locks are easy to put on and take off.

Important! This type of lock does not fit into the earlobe, so there is a risk of losing the earring. As an alternative, you can purchase almost invisible, colorless “stoppers” made of silicone.

Pin clasp

Most often used for hoop earrings. When purchasing products with this type of fastening, it is recommended to try it on before purchasing.

This is due to the fact that the length of the pin in such models is not adjustable at all.

Buckle clasp

This type of earring mount has been used for quite some time. Such staples able to withstand the weight of even fairly massive products.

Earrings of this type are very comfortable, easy to fasten and unfasten. But it must be taken into account that the staples Quite fragile and can easily become deformed. It is advisable to remove products with such a lock at night.

Ring clasp

Locks of this kind are often found in Creole rings and congo earrings. This option is a thin pin hidden in the earring.

This type of fastening has a high degree of reliability, but fastening it is quite difficult. In addition, earrings with such a lock may bend if they are not removed before going to bed.

Cuff clasp

Quite a new and very modern type of fastener. Products with a similar lock fit completely onto the ear and have a very original look. Cuff allows you to evenly distribute the weight of the product throughout the ear.

The main advantage of products with a lock of this type is that they can be worn even if there are no holes in the earlobes.

Clip clasp

These fasteners have an elegant look. Earrings with similar clips, due to their oblong shape and positioned along the lobe, they look very impressive in the ears.

Products with this type of lock are easy to put on and take off.

Important! When choosing earrings with fastenings of this kind, you must take into account that due to the small distance for the earlobe, such locks are not suitable for everyone. In addition, earrings with clip-on clasps are very mobile and can turn over, even if they are well secured in the ears.

Threading (chain)

Products with this type of lock are an excellent option for an evening accessory.They look very unusual due to the fact that two parts of the product are clearly visible: both the back and the front. They comfortable and reliable, but can easily get tangled in hair or get caught on clothes.

Important! It is not recommended to choose sharp thread. Otherwise, you may injure your earlobe.

Knowing the advantages and disadvantages of different types of earring clasps, it will be easier to choose the most comfortable option for such jewelry.