Second Hole Earrings

In short: for a second piercing, pick a small huggie of 8–10mm that sits close to the lobe. Our Single Huggie comes in 8, 10 and 12mm ($19), and the Huggie Trio (15, 17, 21mm, $39) covers the first hole. All 316L stainless steel with 18K gold PVD, shower-safe.

• Second hole: 8mm or 10mm huggie
• Third hole / higher lobe: 8mm huggie or a flat stud
• First hole: 15–17mm huggie

See the Size Guide for exact measurements.

Second hole earrings FAQ

What size earring for a second hole?

8–10mm huggies or 3–5mm studs. They sit close to the lobe and leave room for a bigger huggie in your first hole.

Can I sleep in second-hole earrings?

Flat-back studs and small huggies with a click closure are the most comfortable choices to sleep in.

Stud or huggie for the second hole?

A stud is the quietest option; a small huggie adds a little shine. Many people wear a huggie in the second hole and a stud in the third.