Le 31
Small Thick Metallic Hoops
Pair of small hoop earrings made from black-finished stainless steel for pierced ears. Each hoop features a thick segmented outer ring, a thinner inner post, and a hinged post closure with hook. The earrings offer a simple, discreet design suitable for everyday wear.
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Earrings
Size
Specifications
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Gender
- male
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Earrings
Product Insights
Le 31's Small Thick Metallic Hoops are ultra-simple 10mm hinged earrings that fit flush against the earlobe, reducing snagging and enabling layering, with a safety hinge that releases under tension to minimize earlobe tear risk. Priced at $19 CAD, they offer an understated alternative to bolder men's huggies, available in black, silver, or gold PVD finishes that are tarnish-resistant but may show wear on edges; the stainless steel base is hypoallergenic and requires only weekly soap-and-water cleaning.
Verified claims
- Positioning
- The 5-inch diameter in the listing is likely a typo; other retailer listings for the same model specify 1 cm, which makes it 1.5 mm smaller than the Metallo 11.5mm huggie and positions it as an ultra-simple alternative to bold men's hoops.
- Wearability
- 10 mm fits flush, layers with additional piercings, safety hinge releases under tension.
- Closure
- Hinged post opens under pull to reduce torn earlobe risk.
- Design
- Ultra-simple design with a hinged post closure; black and gold finish options are likely PVD-coated.
- Size perception
- Marketed as an understated alternative to bolder men's huggies.
- Earlobe fit
- Sits flush against the earlobe, reducing snagging and enabling layering.
- Color options
- Available in black, silver, or gold; black minimizes visual footprint.
- Visual compatibility
- Understated design prevents competing with other earrings in layered looks.
- Care
- Stainless steel needs only weekly soap-and-water cleaning.
- Hypoallergenic
- Stainless steel earrings are hypoallergenic and require only weekly cleaning.
- Colored finishes
- Black and gold finishes likely use PVD coating for tarnish resistance, though the listing does not specify plated vs. solid; the silver version is likely natural stainless steel.
- Cleaning
- Weekly cleaning with warm soapy water and a soft cloth restores shine.
- Stainless steel grade
- The exact stainless steel grade is not specified, but jewelry stainless steel is commonly 316L, which offers corrosion resistance and is hypoallergenic for most people.
- Closure backing
- The hinged post is integrated into the hoop, so there is no separate friction back to drop or misplace when the earrings are removed or put on.
- Closure feedback
- A properly tensioned hinged closure produces an audible click when the post snaps into the catch, confirming the earring is secure without needing to check the back.
Product record
- Title
- Small Thick Metallic Hoops
- Brand
- Le 31
- Price
- 19 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
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Everyday casual streetwear looks
These hoops are made for adding a bit of edge to everyday casual outfits: reviewers describe the black metallic finish and moderate size as bold but understated, noticeable without being flashy. They have a hinged post closure and hook for pierced ears. Keep in mind that some shoppers expecting a thick, chunky earring found them less substantial than the name suggests.[2]
Small hoops for an understated, simple look
These small metallic hoops from Le 31 are designed to be discreet, making them an option when you want minimal jewelry that keeps your look ultra-simple. The merchant presents them as small, subtle earrings for everyday styling.[1,2]
A gift for a boyfriend or male partner
These small thick hoops are mentioned as a gift choice for a boyfriend or male partner, thanks to their universal design and perceived quality. One reviewer described them as a crowd-pleasing present, though this is based on a single review.[2]
A sleek dark-toned alternative to silver or gold
These small thick hoops come in a black finish that one reviewer described as a sleek option for those who prefer dark-toned jewelry over traditional silver or gold. Based on a single review mention, so this reflects one shopper's impression rather than a consensus.[2]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Small Thick Metallic Hoops: Choose this if you want small, discreet stainless steel hoops in a black finish for an ultra-simple, everyday look—the hinged post closure is designed for pierced ears, and reviewers describe them as solid with a secure closure. The pair comes as two small black metal hoops with thick segmented outer rings and thinner inner posts. Note that despite the name, the hoop thickness runs on the thinner side, so those expecting a thick, chunky earring may find them less substantial than anticipated.[2,3] | Small Stainless Steel Hoops: Choose this if you want small, discreet hoops with an ultra-simple look: each pair is made of stainless steel with a 1 cm diameter and a hinged post closure designed for pierced ears. They come in one size with a choice of Silver or Gold colourways. Note that these are suited only to pierced ears, since the design relies on a hinged post and hook.[4] | Round Plate Earrings: Choose this if you want small, minimalist round-plate studs with a sleek double-sided look—these stainless steel earrings are about 1 cm (0.4 inches) long and fasten with a push back closure for pierced ears. They come in one size and in black, silver, or golden yellow, making them an easy pick for a subtle everyday earring.[5,6] |
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
Two small black metal hoop earrings with thick segmented outer rings and thin inner posts; each hoop shows a visible seam and a rectangular hinge/notch on the outer face.
- Pair compositionTwo separate small hoop earrings shown together, arranged diagonally with one slightly above and left of the other.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.40 · w 0.68 · h 0.44 (high) - Outer ring geometryEach earring has a thick, flat, segmented outer ring with a rectangular cross-section and a visible split/seam at the front where the two segments meet.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.46 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.58 · w 0.26 · h 0.20 (high) - Hinge / notch detailSmall rectangular notch or hinge visible on the outer face of each hoop at the seam, suggesting a hinged closure detail.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.53 · w 0.06 · h 0.05 (medium); x 0.66 · y 0.68 · w 0.05 · h 0.05 (medium) - Inner postEach hoop contains a thinner circular inner post that is slightly raised from the plane of the outer ring and has a glossier finish than the outer surface.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.44 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.60 · w 0.18 · h 0.15 (high) - Surface finishSmooth metallic finish with low to moderate sheen; subtle highlights and reflections visible on curved inner edges and on the inner posts.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.44 · w 0.62 · h 0.34 (high) - OrientationImage shows the front/top faces of the hoops with the seam and hinge detail facing upward toward the camera.
Other
Product photographed on a plain light background with soft directional lighting from top-left, producing soft drop shadows to the lower right; minimal styling and no packaging visible.
- BackgroundUniform light neutral background with subtle texture and no visible props.
- Shadows and lightingSoft shadows cast to the lower right of each earring indicating a light source from the upper left; highlights on metal correspond to the same direction.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.50 · w 0.30 · h 0.30 (high) - Shot compositionTop-down, slightly angled overhead view with negative space around the earrings and both items fully visible.
Colors
black· outer ring#0E0E0Cgloss black· inner post#151413- Pair compositionTwo separate small hoop earrings shown together, arranged diagonally with one slightly above and left of the other.
Customer Reviews
5 total5 reviews · out of 5
Great product!
I got these for my boyfriend! They are really nice and good quality. The earring is a little on the thinner side(width wise) but it’s nice overall
nice
nice
Manly Hoops
Solid, masculine earrings that make a statement without being flamboyant. Totally my style.
Perfect
Perfect size, beautiful black colour, secure closure.
ok
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