Ear Cuff Guide: Clip-On Gold Ear Cuffs, No Piercing Needed
Earrings
An ear cuff is an earring that hugs the outer edge of the ear instead of going through a piercing. Our two gold ear cuffs both clip on, so you do not need a piercing: the Kheffah Cuff Earring in 18K yellow gold (AED 3,200) and the Butterflies Cuff Earring in 18K rose gold (AED 3,000). Each is sold as a single piece.
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By Lana Al Kamal
Founder and jewellery designer, GIA-trained, Dubai · Updated 12 November 2026
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Harper's Bazaar ArabiaEmirates WomanGrazia ArabiaJdeed MagazineKey takeaways
- Both of our ear cuffs clip on, so no piercing is needed.
- Each cuff is sold as a single piece: Kheffah is designed for the left ear, Butterflies for the right.
- Wear one cuff with one pair of earrings and keep everything else plain.
What is an ear cuff?
An ear cuff sits on the curved outer edge of the ear, higher up than a lobe earring. In Arabic it is often searched as ايركف or قرط كاف. Because ours clip on, they add shape higher up the ear without a new piercing, and you can take them off as easily as a ring. Both are made in 18K gold and set with diamonds of VS clarity.
Pieces in this guide
Kheffah Cuff EarringAED 3,200Shop now
Butterflies Cuff EarringAED 3,000Shop now
Butterflies Of Hope Earrings (Rose)AED 4,200Shop now
Our two ear cuffs compared
| Cuff | Details | Gold | Price (AED) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kheffah Cuff Earring | Bee design, 0.02 ct diamonds | Yellow | 3,200 |
| Butterflies Cuff Earring | Butterfly design, pinkish rubies and 0.01 ct VS diamonds (G-H colour) | Rose | 3,000 |
Prices are for November 2026; the product page always shows the current price. Each cuff is sold as one piece, not as a pair.
Do I need a piercing for an ear cuff?
No. Both of our ear cuffs clip on, so they need no piercing. Slide the cuff on at the thinnest part of the outer ear, then move it gently to where it sits comfortably. Do not bend the gold to make it tighter; if the fit feels loose, send our team a message on WhatsApp.
What to buyKheffah Cuff Earring, AED 3,200
Which ear do I wear an ear cuff on?
Each cuff is designed for one side: the Kheffah cuff for the left ear and the Butterflies cuff for the right ear. Lana designed them that way. To wear a cuff on each ear, pair the Kheffah on the left with the Butterflies on the right.
How do I style an ear cuff with other earrings?
Wear one cuff with one pair of lobe earrings from the same gold colour, and keep everything else plain. The Butterflies cuff matches the Butterflies of Hope Earrings (Rose) at AED 4,200, which brings the look to AED 7,200. The Kheffah cuff sits well with plain yellow gold studs. For full ear stacks, see our earring stacking guide, and for a softer look, our pearl earrings guide.
Is an ear cuff a good gift?
Yes. It needs no piercing and no ring size, so it is an easy gift to get right. At AED 3,000 and AED 3,200, both cuffs sit in the middle of our earring prices. For more ideas by budget, see our birthday jewellery gift guide.
How do I care for a gold ear cuff?
Take the cuff off before sleeping, swimming and the gym, and put it on after perfume and hairspray. Wipe it with a soft dry cloth after wearing and store it on its own so the stones do not scratch other pieces. Our jewellery care guide covers cleaning and storage.
Frequently asked questions
What is an ear cuff called in Arabic?
It is usually searched as ايركف or قرط كاف.
Do your ear cuffs need a piercing?
No. Both the Kheffah and Butterflies ear cuffs clip on, so no piercing is needed.
Are your ear cuffs sold as a pair?
No. Each cuff is sold as a single piece: the Kheffah cuff is made for the left ear and the Butterflies cuff for the right ear.
What gold are your ear cuffs made in?
The Kheffah cuff is 18K yellow gold with diamonds, and the Butterflies cuff is 18K rose gold with pinkish rubies and VS diamonds.
How much is a gold ear cuff?
AED 3,200 for the Kheffah cuff and AED 3,000 for the Butterflies cuff, in November 2026.
Not sure which one?
Send our team a photo or a question on WhatsApp and we will help you choose.
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About Lana Al Kamal
Lana Al Kamal is an architect and jewellery designer who founded her Dubai-based fine jewellery brand in 2018. She studied at the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) and is a member of the Dubai Chamber jewellery designers group. Every piece is made in 18K gold.
