Six of the best: stud earrings

Metal earrings, £15
Larger than your average studs, these faux-pearl fan earrings are perfect for making a statement.
By Freedom at Topshop
0845 1214519 Photograph: Full Stop Photography

White metal rhodium earrings, £59
Earrings are the subtle way to wear the signature orb from the queen of punk.
By Vivienne Westwood
From net-a-porter.com Photograph: Full Stop Photography

Enamel, rhinestone and metal earrings, £5
This cutesy, daisy shape requires an outfit with attitude. Love the coral colour.
By Diva at Miss Selfridge
0844 984 0263 Photograph: Full Stop Photography

Vermeil studs, £53
These heart-shaped locket studs are small but perfectly formed, and a great Valentine gift to boot.
By Giles & Brother, from Kabiri
020-7224 1808 Photograph: Full Stop Photography

Mixed metal earrings, £8
Old-fashioned is on-trend - pretend you have been raiding your grandmother's jewellery box with these vintage-inspired studs.
From Urban Outfitters
020-3219 1942 Photograph: Full Stop Photography

Freshwater pearl and white-gold earrings, £95
They may be pricey, but these eye-catching grey, freshwater pearls on white-gold fixings are worth the investment.
By Luminesce, from Astley Clarke online boutique
astleyclarke.com Photograph: Full Stop Photography