A pair of gold hoop earrings should be a staple in everyone’s jewellery box, and both Cat Deeley and Kate Middleton have been wearing this ultra-affordable £25 pair on repeat
Just like our wardrobes, our jewellery boxes should all have some staple pieces that we can return to time and time again. Just like a great fitting pair of jeans or a timeless trench coat, a pair of gold hoop earrings are one accessory that no one should be without.
Able to instantly elevate any look and add some sophistication and chicness to even the most basic jeans and a T-shirt, the right pair will work harder than almost any of your other accessories. And who better to take jewellery advice from than two of the UK’s most stylish women; Kate Middleton and Cat Deeley.
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Whilst the duo might have slightly different wardrobe aesthetics, it seems they’re both a huge fan of the same pair of easy-to-wear gold hoop earrings. They’ve both been spotted wearing a pair of Orelia’s Chain Huggie Hoop Earrings, and not only are they ultra chic, but they’re also super affordable too.
The earrings retail for just £25, making them a very budget-friendly pick for anyone wanting to copy either Cat or Princess Kate ’s style. Rather than being a simple hoop, the Chain Huggie Hoop Earrings have a wide curb-chain style design and are just large enough to be noticeable without veering into statement jewellery territory.
This is exactly what makes them perfect for wearing for any occasion, as perfectly demonstrated by both Cat and the Princess of Wales. Cat wore hers with a simple zip up sweatshirt on the beach, whilst Princess Kate was first spotted in hers during an official royal engagement in 2023 whilst wearing a statement red coat and navy trousers.
They’re made from brass, with an 18kt gold plating over the top, and fasten with a simple click closure. But fear not for those who prefer to veer away from gold jewellery, because they also come in silver too, with a 925 silver plating.
If you prefer even more metal options, Posh Totty’s Curb Chain Link Hoop Earrings (£39) have a similar look to the Orelia ones, but are available in sterling silver, yellow gold plate, and rose gold plate, with both the yellow and rose gold options priced at £10 more. For a half hoop design, Michael Kors’ 14ct Half Hoop Earrings are made from sterling silver with 14kt gold plating and are on sale for £80, down from £115, whilst Grace & Co’s Chain Link Gold Hoop Earrings are £50 for both silver and gold versions.
However shoppers have been over the moon with their Chain Huggie Hoop Earrings from Orelia, giving them a 4.7 out of 5 star rating. One wrote: “First purchase from Orelia and I wasn’t disappointed. Perfect size and style, buy them, you won’t regret it!”
Whilst another happily agreed: “I love these earrings, they’re perfect for every day wear or occasions! They are lovely quality and I always get compliments on them!”
Some found issues with the fastening, with one reviewer writing: “If only these were easier to clamp down and just a little bigger in size. I almost lost one earring because it is hard to get it to close right. I would think these were better made than what they are.”
Another had a similar issue, saying: “Lovely design and nice colour. The closing mechanism doesn’t work perfectly on one side, but I’ve learnt how to pull the bit that has to fit in and it’s fine now. It would suit any casual or smart outfit.”
However others found no issues at all, with one person even chiming in: “I think these are wonderful. They are really easy to put in (I have arthritis in my fingers) and my nail technician remarked on them and said she couldn’t tell they were solid gold. I liked them so much that I bought 2 other pairs of huggies.”
Others also admitted they’d been convinced to buy them after seeing them on Princess Kate, adding: “I must admit it is the first time I have been influenced by any one but princess Catherine makes these earrings look stunning so I had to have them.”
If you want to copy the look too, you can pick up the Chain Huggie Hoop Earrings from Orelia for £25 now.