These 5 Guys Prove Real Men Can Wear Hoop Earrings

Sep 22

The humble earring has evolved immensely. History has provided numerous examples of cultures using body modifications to enhance appearance, assert social status, or mark a meaningful milestone. But, these examples in modern-day culture lend themselves to women, and the jewelry market has evolved to provide a growing list of styles to accommodate the demand for the popular accessory. With this in mind, you're wondering, "can men wear earrings?"

ABSOLUTELY! Like many accessories from hats to sneakers, jewelry is unisex. And while styles can lend themselves more masculine or feminine ultimately, your taste and comfort levels will determine if that stud, nugget, clip-on, or teardrop is fitting for your style.

If you walk outside today, you will run into all kinds of men with their ears pierced. But the hoop earring is still a rare find on guys. I grew up with a father who wore hoops, a double piercing in one ear and one hole in the other. I had my ears pierced at a young age, but when I became a man on my 18th birthday, I repaced my stud for a gold hoop --aka dad can I wear your earring?

In entertainment, several brothas who are cultural icons also wore hoops. Meet the five men who prove real men can wear hoop earrings.