Jewelry has again and again proven itself to be an excellent canvas for creativity, and these unexpected earrings show just how far outside of the box some designers have gone.
Inspired by a multitude of phenomena from weaponry to delectable desserts, earrings seem to lend even more creativity to their dangling nature and the fact that they come in pairs. Though some of these finds are arguably more aesthetically pleasing than others, there's no denying the fact that some seriously defiant attitude went into changing the way consumers think about ear gear. Some designs of earring jewelry come from a place of philanthropy, using unique material, while others aim to simply make a style statement.
Ranging from volatile looking to downright delicious, earrings are proving to be an unpredictable and surprisingly creative way of adorning oneself.
55 Unexpected Earrings
From Elegantly Porky Accessories to Recycled Firearm Jewelry:
Courtney Scharf — Jul 3, 2012 — Fashion
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Summer Treat Danglers
The ArtWonders 'Miniature Food Jewelry' is Only Delicious Looking
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Comical Meme Accessories
The Greenmot Jewelry Collection is Quirky and Humorous
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Feathered Faux Earrings
Anni Jurgenson's Ear Cuffs are Hot
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Ear-Chomping Geek Accessories
Mario YOUCH Piranha Plant Earrings for Ladies Who Love Nintendo
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Spock Ear Jewelry
Raja Gondkar's Strange Earrings
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Delectable Foodcessories
The Shay Aaron Miniatures Collection is Hard to Resist
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Elegant Vampiric Jewelry
The 'Luv AJ Heavy Metal Lover' Collection Features Edgy Pieces
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Wordy Emotive Accessories
The FALLON Therapy Jewelry Collection is Highly Descriptive
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Articulate Accessories
The Karmadia Earring Collection Offers Wearable Quotes
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Rustic Rocker Jewelry
Anna Sheffield Creates Edgy Pieces Like Wolf Studs and Skull Cuffs
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Majestical Butterfly Accessories
The Jewelera Jewelry Collection is Delicate & Feminine
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Obama Crafts
Obama Earrings, Eco-Skirts & More
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Repurposed Weapon Accessories
Fonderie 47's Jewelry is Made Out of AK-47 Rifle Parts
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Faux Feather Earrings
Polli's Woven Earrings Emulate Bird-Like Patterns
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Enormous Earrings
Oversized Ear Accessories for Spring 2009
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Jellybean Earrings
The 'Drooelings' Beeswax Earrings are a Fun Summer Treat
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Sweetly Iced Accessories
These Frosted Doughnut Earrings are Terribly Tempting
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Inedible Food Accessories
Jewelry Chefs Concoct Wearable Treats You'll Want to Eat
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Bold Bakeware Trinkets
Sarita Jefferson Crafts Accessories for Avid Bakers
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Recycled Robot Jewelry
Obvious Front
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Crafty Code Jewelry
These HTML Earrings from Etsy User 'Nicholasandfelice' are Fun
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Dream Catching Jewelry
Odelie Chan Gets Spiritual With Nightmare-Fighting Accessories
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Rattan Jewelry
Vogue Nippon Picks Exotic Accessories for Summer 2009
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Philatelic Fashion Accessories
Recycled Vintage Postage Stamp Jewelry
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Elaborately Carved Earrings
The Fake Gauge Organics Hoops are Exquisite
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Cigarette Earrings
Butt Ugly Accessories
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Jewelry for Geeks
Cajsita Bead Designs
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Feral Ear Ornaments
The Njuu Feather Ear Cuffs Will Add a New Allure to Your Look
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Scented Earrings
Bloom
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Eco Jewelry Made from Skateboards
2ReVert
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Recycled Money Jewelry
OriginalBliss
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Punctuation Accessories
Celebrate National Punctuation Day With Grammar-Loving Earrings
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Summer Insect Jewelry
The Magicicada Earrings by Erica Weiner Feature Golden Cicadas
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Zipper Earrings
Zippy Fashion
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Delicious Chocolate Jewelry
Give the Gift of Sweetness with the Cocoa Cookie Earrings
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Breaded Earrings
These Clay Challah Bread Earrings Look Good Enough to Eat
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Wool Bead Baubles
Southern Dutch Girl's Twirly Teal Earrings Give You a Pop of Color
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Junk Food Jewelry
Rachel Poston Uses Everyday Cuisine as Inspiration for Her Art
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Chainsaw Earrings
ClockworkZero Steampunk Jewelry Uses Repurposed Materials
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Needle Point Accessories
Etsy Seller HerSweetEmbrace Crafts Stunning Stitched Jewelry
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Recycled Firearm Jewelry
Fonderie 47 Destroys Rifles to Create Stunning Accessories
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Elegant LEGO Jewelry
Whimsical 'Forever Young' Accessories Blend Old and New
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Banned Beverage Jewelery
Four Loko Earrings Make an Intoxicating Fashion Statement
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Elegant Porky Pendants
These Glass Bacon Earrings are Deliciously Designed Danglers
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Earring Sculptures
Atelier Van Lieshout's Ear Hangers Double as Jewelry and Statues
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Ballerina Bobbles
Les Nereides Creates Ballet Inspired Jewelry for Spring/Summer
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Gangster Earrings
'Tupacs' from Cubannie are Sure to Be a Hit in the Hood
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American Idol Obsession
Weird eBay Memorabilia
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Thundergod-Inspired Accessories
These Thor Dangle Earrings Will Be Your Greatest Fashion Weapon
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Gun Earrings
Add a Killer Look to Your Ear Lobes
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Jewelry from Medicine
Magic Pills Earrings
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Ethical Rabbit's Foot Earrings
PussyWillow Jewellery
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BBQ Jewelry
T-Bone Steak Earrings are Perfect for Summer
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Verlas Presents a Curated Mother's Day Jewelry Collection
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Twisty Petz Combines Wearable Pets with Friendship Bracelets
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