Happy New Ear: Pearl earrings for the holiday and beyond

From online vendors to Christmas markets, pearl earrings are everywhere, from delicate to splashy. Whether you'll be dressing up, down, or any way you want, pearls are up to it.

In the windows today, pieces to carry you into 2025 with verve, each "a little different", and at prices from modest to a chunk of change.

Michelle Ross: Deft drops

Michelle Ross brass and white freshwater pearl "Ion" earrings, shown on their own and with a denim shirt, so you can see how casually pearls ride along. Price, $CDN 98. At about 1.5 in. long, they have presence but are not intrusive. The posts are sterling silver.

Chan Luu: Three's company

I was with Gwen of perfumeniche recently; she wore a striking Chan Luu necklace, which reminded me of how vibrant her designs are, and well-priced, too. These small three-pearl "Penelope" silver hoops could be your new best pearlfriend. Price $US 110 and now there's a 25% off reduction with the code CHARM.

House of Vincent: Social climbers

Romance meets classicism: the Venus Meadow earrings are 18k gold-plate on silver and freshwater pearl; they will be surprisingly versatile and as flattering as candlelight. All that for £90, from Tomfoolery London. We all love our basics, but every jewellery box should make space for a pair of distinctive, charming earrings perfect for a party or evening out.

Kojima Pearl: Somewhere over the rainbow

Oh mama, Kojima Pearl is having a sale now! Should I reveal my favourites? That might be these plush baroque pearl petal earrings. Look at those rainbow overtones, and there's plenty of that at 15mm per pearl. Sale price (Kojima have reduced everything by 20%) is $US 504.  

Now is the time to wear pearls merrily! They add a sparkle to your eyes and a glow to your skin, not that you aren't glorious already. And, if someone wants a hint, see above.