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20 Natural Diamond Ear Cuffs That Bring the Drama—No Piercing Required
By Anna McFillin, Updated July 22, 2025
Whether you have piercings or not, these ear-hugging designs deliver all the shine with zero commitment.
Madelyn Cline wore mismatched Briony Raymond diamond ear cuffs at the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party on March 02, 2025 in Beverly Hills, California. (Getty Images)
Ear cuffs have emerged as the refined yet rebellious way to elevate your ear stack—and there’s no better time to add a natural diamond version to your jewelry collection. Whether worn solo or layered with studs and hoops, these sparkling statements add effortless shimmer without the need for a piercing. Consider them the ultimate finishing touch for the jewelry lover who’s already mastered the classics and is ready to take their well-curated ear to the next level.
Meet the Author
- Anna McFillin was born and raised in Philadelphia and fell in love with fashion and accessories at a young age.
- She found her niche in jewelry, specifically natural diamonds, after working at Elle, InStyle, Grazia USA, and Only Natural Diamonds.
Below, read up on the history, styling tips, and must-have natural diamond ear cuffs to add to your jewelry collection.
The History of Ear Cuffs
Ear cuffs have a long and fascinating history that spans centuries and continents. Long before Hailey Bieber turned heads in the iconic Ana Khouri Phillipa ear cuff at the 2023 Vanity Fair Oscars Afterparty, these sculptural adornments were worn by Greek aristocrats in ancient times. Known then as “Kaffa,” early ear cuffs were crafted in gold and symbolized status and wealth.
Over time, the style traveled across cultures—from ancient India to Southeast Asia—each civilization adding its own flair with precious gemstones like natural diamonds, rubies, and sapphires. Valued for their beauty and versatility, ear cuffs became a way to express individuality and opulence—without the need for a piercing.
Why Ear Cuffs Are a Jewelry Staple
Today, ear cuffs have become an earscape essential, seen everywhere from high-fashion runways to everyday street style. Beloved for their ability to make a bold statement without the commitment of a piercing, ear cuffs offer a fresh, contemporary take on ear adornment. Whether worn alone as a sculptural accent or stacked with studs, hoops, and huggies for a more layered look, they add dimension, personality, and maximum sparkle.
Celebrities Are Loving the Look
“Cuffed up” stars like Rihanna and her beau A$AP Rocky both love natural diamonds, especially an epic ear stack. At the 2023 Met Gala, Rihanna redefined red carpet accessorizing by wearing a natural diamond and pearl ear clip-on from Belperron, positioned high on her cartilage to mimic the effect of an ear cuff. Always going big with diamonds, Rihanna sported Boucheron’s diamond leaf earrings at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival.
Meanwhile, Only Natural Diamonds digital cover star Madison Bailey showcased the everyday appeal of the look, wearing an Adina Reyter natural diamond starfish cuff throughout her shoot. Her Outer Banks costar Madelyn Cline wore mismatched Briony Raymond diamond ear cuffs at the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party. All prove that ear cuffs are as striking on the step-and-repeat as they are in real life—versatile, statement-making, and endlessly wearable.
How to Style Diamond Ear Cuffs
When it comes to styling ear cuffs, balance is everything. These sculptural pieces shine brightest when thoughtfully layered—paired with classic studs, delicate hoops, or worn solo for an understated glint. For a minimalist look, opt for a single natural diamond ear cuff placed high on the cartilage. For something bolder, stack multiple cuffs or a combination of studs and hoops along one ear to create a cascading effect of sparkle and texture.
Shop the 20 Best Natural Diamond Ear Cuffs
Whether or not you have a piercing and are curious about adding a cuff or two to your ear stack, discover an assortment of the most versatile, unique, and quirky ear cuffs to elevate your natural diamond jewelry collection.
Type Jewelry Leggo 2.0 Diamond Ear Cuff, $2,150, typejewelry.com
Asha Ha Zeyga White Gold Diamond Ear Cuff, approximately $6,857, ashaha.com
Cocoerow Bobbi Ear Cuff Convertible Ring, $6,108, cocoerow.com
Lizzie Mandler Crescent Ear Cuff, $1,680, lizziemandler.com
Harwell Godfrey Tapered Talisman Diamond Ear Cuff, $2,995, harwellgodfrey.com
Anita Ko Stacked Diamond Ear Cuff, $3,850, anitako.com
Suzanne Kalan Classic Diamond Ear Cuff, $2,750, suzannekalan.com
Repossi Serti Sur Vide Ear Cuff in Pink Gold, $4,250, intl.repossi.com
Ali Weiss Jewelry 5 Hanging Diamond Bezel Ear Cuff, $350, aliweissjewelry.com
Melissa Kaye Clara Triple Ear Cuff, $16,350, melissakayejewelry.com
Briony Raymond Sloan Pavé Diamond Ear Cuff, $8,100, brionyraymond.com
EF Collection Large No-Piercing Yellow Gold Ear Cuff, $450, efcollection.com
Jacquie Aiche Thunderbird Diamond Ear Cuff, $6,190, jacquieaiche.com
Guzema 18K White Gold Diamond Ear Cuff Earring, $3,110, guzema.com
Adina Reyter Wide Celestial Diamond Ear Cuff, $998, adinareyter.com
Eternity “Tuxedo” Ear Clip in Yellow Gold, $2,300, nouvelheritage.com
Manjrie Polki Diamond Ear Cuff, price upon request, manjrie.com
Marie Mas Aura Ear Jewel (Single), approximately $2,800, mariemas.com
MACADAM Quadra Open Enamel Ear Cuff, price upon request, macadam.com
