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Step 1
Take a look at several pairs of diamond or gemstone heart-shaped earrings. Some designers create the heart's shape by a series of small stones set in gold, or simply by adjoining several pronged stones. If you want a more understated look, choose heart-shaped gem stone studs accented with a small diamond at the top of the heart.
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Step 2
Figure out if you want a dangle, heart earring or a simpler stud. Some styles combine the two forms by having a heart attached to a stud post. To add a little bling, you can choose a hollow heart earring that has a stone or charm hanging inside.
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Step 3
Make sure your earrings have the appropriate backings. Review the different types of earnuts on the market. A butterfly backing, made with a plastic disc, is more stable for wearing large, heavy earrings. When you are shopping for earrings, check their backings to make sure they fit securely on the posts and have a good grip. A spring back is another popular style of backing that holds the earring in place rather well, and omega and French clip backs are good for added comfort.
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Step 4
Buy a pair of heart earrings by a trendy designer. If the recipient of your Valentine's Day gift is a real fashionista, impress her with heart earrings made by a name that's gracing current fashion magazines or from a line of jewelry by a stylish celebrity.
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Step 5
Charm your beloved with heart earrings set ablaze with red rubies. Seek out earrings that achieve a heart shape in a unique and unexpected way. For example, some designers combine three rubies (with prong-set, round stones) to form one brilliant heart shape.
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Step 6
Widen the scope of your Valentine's Day purchase with fun heart hoops. If your lady friend already wears round hoops, then you know these contemporary hearts will make her day, too.
