Oval Hoops

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Size reference

25 mm hoops, the diameter of a US quarter, are recommended for smaller ears.

Styling effect

Oval hoops vertically elongate round and square face shapes.

Face shape flattery

Oval hoops visually elongate round and square face shapes.

Hoop size

25mm medium hoops suit most face shapes and ear sizes, for everyday wear.

Base metal

Silver-plated over a brass core made from 75% recycled pre-consumer brass.

Tarnish prevention

Clear lacquer layer blocks air, slowing silver tarnish.

Care

Wear last; remove before sleep, bath, sport; clean with soft cloth.

Sustainability goal

These earrings meet Pilgrim's 2026 sustainability benchmark ahead of schedule.

Product record

Title

Oval Hoops

Brand

Pilgrim

Price

54 CAD

Availability

In stock

Styling an oval hoop vs. a classic round hoop

• Oval hoops create vertical lines that visually lengthen the face, a styling advantage for round and square face shapes — the Pilgrim hoops’ 25mm drop pushes the silhouette downward enough to establish that line without competing with necklines or hair.
• Round faces are specifically advised to avoid small circular hoops because the shape mirrors and accentuates facial roundness — the Pilgrim oval hoops instead counterbalance with a vertical axis, a trick that stylists assign to medium-to-large oval silhouettes.
• At 25mm, these hoops sit firmly inside the 20–40mm ‘medium’ sweet spot that stylists consider the most universally flattering size — substantial enough to be noticed but lightweight and close-wearing enough for all-day comfort, making them a single pair that works from desk to dinner.

How the silver plating holds up over time

• The brass base, chosen for its superior strength and electroplating grip, gives these 2.5 cm hoops a durable skeleton that maintains shape and plating adhesion even with repeated opening and closing of the hinged post.
• Pilgrim applies a transparent lacquer over the silver plating to block air contact and delay tarnishing, giving the Oval Hoops an inherent resistance advantage over uncoated plated earrings and keeping the shine longer between cleanings.
• Pilgrim's care guide instructs to put on the hoops as the final step after applying perfume and hairspray and to remove them before sleeping, showering, or exercising; following this habit reduces chemical and moisture stress on the lacquer and silver layer, preserving brightness.
• Because the lacquer can be stripped by harsh cleaners, Pilgrim recommends gentle maintenance—soft cloth, mild detergent, or an ultrasonic cleaner—to remove grime without compromising the protective coat, directly extending the earrings' usable life.

What the recycled materials mean for these hoops

• A thin clear lacquer applied over the silver plating acts as a barrier against air oxidation, directly slowing tarnish and preserving the bright silver appearance longer than an unsealed plated surface, which means the earrings maintain their finish with less maintenance.
• The hoops are built on a recycled brass base — an alloy of copper and zinc that is inherently stronger than either metal alone — giving the earrings a durable structure that holds its oval shape and provides a solid foundation for the silver plating, while the brass itself meets the minimum 75% recycled content claim.
• The 75% recycled input derives from pre-consumer and post-industrial waste — factory clean-up scraps, discarded metal products, and excess manufacturing material — not from post-consumer recycled metal, which ensures a consistent, high-quality feedstock for the brass and reduces reliance on virgin mined ore without introducing the variability of curb-side recycling streams.
• Pilgrim's stated target is that over 80% of its products will use at least 75% recycled materials by 2026, and these earrings already hit that threshold today, positioning the buyer with a piece that reflects the brand's near-term responsible-production timeline rather than a distant aspiration.