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Earring Stacks Guide: How to Style the Perfect Stacked Earrings Set

By Kayleigh Marsden

If there’s one jewellery trend that continues to rise (quite literally), it’s the ear stack. This curated, layered look is the perfect way to express your personal style—whether you’re a minimalist or maximalist. At Orelia, we believe ear stacking is more than just a trend—it's a way to tell your story, one earring at a time.

Ready to master the art of ear stacking? Here’s your step-by-step guide to building a flawless ear stack using our favourite ear stacking sets and stacking earrings.

Follow these 5 simple steps to create the ultimate ear stack:

Whether you're exploring earring stacks for the first time or perfecting your signature stacked earrings look, this guide walks you through the essentials. From choosing a hero piece to exploring a curated earring stack set, we’ll help you build an effortless, stylish, and totally personal earring stack with ease.

STEP 1: Start with a Base for Your Earring Stack

All great earring stacks begin with a hero piece. Your first piercing helps anchor the full look, so choose something that sets the tone - a statement hoop, sparkling stud, or dainty huggie. If you prefer warm tones, begin your earring stacks with a gold hoop. If you love versatility, start with a simple stud that lets you build around it.

Not sure where to begin? Try our Ear Stacking Sets, designed to make creating beautiful earring stacks simple and stylish.

SHOP STATEMENT & DROP EARRINGS

Image of an ear stack. Ear Stacking step 1. Start with a statement stud.

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STEP 2: Layer Smaller Stacked Earrings

Once your foundation is set, start layering. Adding smaller pieces gives your earring stacks dimension and balance. Mix studs, mini huggies, pavé pieces or delicate drops to build soft, cohesive layers.

Textures are key - combining smooth metals, sparkles and pearls prevents your earring stacks from feeling flat. For everyday wear, alternate studs and slim huggies to keep your earring stacks comfortable and lightweight.

Style Tip: Don’t be afraid to mix metals. Gold and silver can live harmoniously in a well-balanced stack.

SHOP HUGGIE HOOPS

Image of a full ear stack. Step 2 - layer smaller stackable earrings like huggie hoops

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STEP 3: Accent with Cartilage Pieces in Your Earring Stack

Cartilage pieces add height and structure to earring stacks, turning simple combinations into something elevated. Helix studs, flat piercings or tiny cartilage huggies help your earring stacks look more curated and expressive.

You can match metals for a polished finish or mix tones for modern contrast. Combining gold and silver within your earring stacks is a trend that always looks chic.

SHOP CARTILAGE EARRINGS

Image of an ear stack. Step 3 - add cartilage jewellery to add edge to your ear stack

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STEP 4: Use Cuffs for Extra Height - No Piercings Needed for Your Earring Stacks

Ear cuffs are one of the easiest ways to elevate earring stacks without committing to extra piercings. They slide onto the ear comfortably and instantly add texture, height and shine.

Style Tip: One cuff makes a statement, but don't be afraid to stack multiple to add instant edge to your earring stacks and take your ear game to the next level.

SHOP EAR CUFFS

Image of a cuff based ear stack. Step 4 - Add cuffs to add height if you do not have additional piercings.

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Why Choose Earring Stack Sets?

If you want instant, cohesive styling, earring stack sets are the perfect solution. Our curated gold ear stacking sets are designed to complement each other beautifully, making it easy to build polished earring stacks without the guesswork.

Choosing an earring stack set gives you multiple pieces that work together - ideal for gifting, affordable for building your collection, and perfect for anyone who wants stylish earring stacks with minimal effort.

STEP 5: Embrace Curated Ear Stacking Sets for Effortless Earring Stacks

Not sure where to start with your ear stack?

Our curated ear stacking sets take the stress out of styling. Each set includes a mix of hoops, studs, huggies and sometimes cuffs - giving you everything needed for perfectly balanced earring stacks.

Whether you're a beginner or an avid stacker, these sets make building earring stacks simple, cohesive and endlessly wearable.

Explore our Ear Stacking Sets for ready-made combinations you can wear straight away.

SHOP EAR STACKING SETS

Ear Stacking jewellery set. Step 5 - embrace ear stacking sets to help with easy styling

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Ear Stacking Styling Tips:

Asymmetry Reigns
- Earring stacks look curated and modern when each ear is styled differently.
Balance Bold with Delicate
- Contrast statement pieces with finer details to keep your earring stacks visually balanced.
Play with Heights
- Staggered placements across the lobe, helix and cuff areas make your earring stacks feel multi-dimensional.

SHOP YOUR NEW EAR STACK

FAQs: Earring Stacks & Stacked Earrings

Q. What are earring stacks?

A. Earring stacks are layered combinations of multiple earrings worn on one or both ears. They typically include hoops, studs, huggies and cuffs arranged to create a curated, personalised look.

Q. Do you need multiple piercings for earring stacks?

A. No, you do not need multiple piercings to create ear stacks. You can create earring stacks with just one or two piercings by using ear cuffs. Cuffs clip onto the ear without a piercing and add volume, making them ideal for beginners.

Q. What earrings work best for stacked earrings?

A. Huggies, studs, hoops and ear cuffs work best for stacked earrings because they layer easily and sit comfortably on the ear. A mix of shapes and sizes helps build a balanced stack.

Q. What is an earring stack set?

A. An earring stack set is a curated group of earrings designed to be worn together. These sets often include coordinating hoops, studs and cuffs to make building an earring stack effortless.

Q. What earrings should I wear for everyday earring stacks?

A. To curate your everyday wear ear stack, choose lightweight huggies, mini hoops and small studs. These pieces are comfortable, durable and perfect for creating subtle everyday earring stacks.