The spring 2012 runways had plenty of versions of jumbo earrings, with Marni, Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, Etro and Bluemarine in front. 

Etro ready to wear spring 2012, Marni spring/summer 2012 and Prada spring/summer 2012.

What´s so clever with oversized earrings are that they can carry a whole outfit the same way as a standout pair of shoes or bag can do, and they often require a smaller investment. Have a look at our 20 most wanted earrings right now. 

Geometric earrings

Asos circle drop earrings, Marni geometric acetate clip earrings, Hennes & Mauritz geometric metal and plastic earrings, Asos neon trio drop earrings.

Tassel earrings

Mango tassel earrings, House of Harlow tassel crescent earrings, Jenny Jenny tassel earrings, Mawi green crystal tassel earrings.

Vintage earrings

Chanel vintage pearl and crystal double C earrings, Gold Windsor drop earrings by Suzanna Dai, Cecilie Melli Acapulco earrings, Alcozer & J Gemstone & Pearl Drop Earrings.

Colourful earrings

Asos pom pom drop earrings, Tarina Tarantino lucite carved roses earrings, Bounkit amethyst, rose quartz and ruby earrings, Marni acetate rosette clip earrings.

Feather earrings

Asos marabou feather drop earrings, Ellen feather earrings, Aurélie Biedermann gold-dipped swan feather earrings, Mango long feather and shell earrings.