16/10/2026
Tribead ends are my not-so-secret favourite 😌
Dainty and delicate, simple yet stunning, these tiny little ends somehow make a subtle statement no matter where you put them.
They can go pretty much anywhere, but their size makes them perfect for nostril, tragus and forward helix piercings. I also love them in lobes, particularly as a complementary accent in a second or third or heading up a lobe stack.
I also think these are the perfect introduction to wearing gold because these timeless designs go with almost anything and their small size puts them at a more entry-level price point (as gold goes). While some companies do make these in titanium, they tend to be a bit bigger than those made in gold.
These little guys from Buddha Jewelry are just 2mm overall. They are the teeniest tiniest tribead ends I’ve come across 🤩
For comparison the closest equivalent I have in titanium is 3.5mm – it may not sound like much of a difference, but aesthetically it really is. That’s not to say bigger tribeads don’t have their place, but for the dainty look you’re better off looking at gold.
They might not be the fanciest feature in an ear stack, but in my opinion they are the MVPs… or at least the best backup dancers. They’re an exquisite garnish that ties the dish together or the acid that brings out the flavour. They are the dark hardwood floors that look great on their own but also set the scene to make your fireplace look luxurious. They are the backbone of our societ—
—Okay maybe that’s taking things too far, but I think they’re great.
Swipe for some tribead tributes 🥹
