Pleated Wire Cloth Hoop Earrings: Silver Aqua
- Pleated wire cloth — metal that moves like fabric.
- Hand-formed brass with a silver aqua finish, each pair unique.
- 1¼ inch diameter — a confident hoop that stays refined.
Think of the way light moves through a sheer curtain on a summer afternoon — how the fabric catches and releases it, how the folds multiply something simple into something almost liquid. There's a reason we stop and watch. Pleating does something to a surface that flatness never can. It introduces time, rhythm, repetition. It turns material into motion.
Sarah Cavender has been working in wire cloth — actual woven metal mesh — from her studio in Oxford, Alabama for decades, developing a craft that sits somewhere between sculpture, textile art, and jewelry. She pleats brass wire cloth by hand, folding and shaping each piece the way a couturier works with silk, coaxing structure and softness out of a material most people would never think to drape. The result is metal that behaves like fabric, catching light along every ridge and valley, shifting between warm brass and cool aqua depending on the angle.
These hoop earrings are 1¼ inches in diameter, scaled to frame the face without competing with it. The pleated wire cloth is hand-formed from brass with a mixed-metal finish that lets silver and aqua tones play across the surface. At 5 grams per earring, they carry a satisfying, grounded weight — enough to swing gently when you turn your head, enough to remind you they're there. The ear wires are hypoallergenic.
Every pair is shaped individually, which means no two are perfectly identical. That's not a flaw. That's the whole point.
Handcrafted by Sarah Cavender Metalworks in Oxford, Alabama.
Specifications
- Material: Hand-formed wire cloth
- Metal: Brass
- Length: 1 1/4 inches in diameter
- Weight: 5 g
- Made in Oxford, Alabama
- Economy shipping is FREE with orders of $95 or more.
- All items are kept in stock and ship from our warehouse in North Carolina.
- We personally inspect every single item we sell, pack it by hand, and deliver the boxes to the post office.
- Orders generally ship the day following placement.
- We ship primarily via US Mail, but may use other carriers depending on package value and destination.
- Returns on items not marked Final Sale are accepted within 30 days of delivery. Read the full policy.
THE HAROLD & HAZEL DIFFERENCE
Every piece here has earned its place.
QUALITY MATERIALS
Sterling silver, genuine gemstones, and solid metals — no plastic or cheap materials.
REAL MAKERS
Every artist on this site has been personally verified for their talent and creativity.
LIMITED RUNS
Most pieces are made in small batches. When they're gone, they're often gone for good.
BOLD BY DESIGN
Every item here was chosen because it has color, character, and something to say.
METAL IN MOTION
Sarah Cavender has spent decades mastering the art of pleating wire cloth by hand, turning rigid brass mesh into something that drapes, catches light, and moves like textile. Her Oxford, Alabama studio produces work that belongs as much in a gallery as on an ear.
Rooted in textile tradition, realized in woven metal
Each pair hand-pleated and shaped individually
Hypoallergenic and substantial at 5 grams per earring
THE REVIEWS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES
The best way to know if you'll love our Pleated Wire Cloth Hoop Earrings: Silver Aqua? Hear from someone who already does.
Got questions?
We've got answers
Find fast answers about shipping, returns, and our unique jewelry.
How long does shipping take?
Most orders ship within one business day of placing your order — sometimes the same day. Economy shipping typically takes about a week via USPS, while standard shipping (Priority Mail) arrives in 2-3 business days. We're based in North Carolina, so East Coast orders tend to arrive a little faster. You'll receive a tracking number as soon as your order ships.
Will the jewelry fade or tarnish?
Our jewelry is made from a variety of materials, including sterling silver. Sterling silver will eventually tarnish, but you can slow that process by storing it in a small airtight bag or container, or in a special anti-tarnish bag. If it’s lost some shine, it can be gently washed with a soft cloth, warm water, and a drop of mild soap, such as blue Dawn. If you still see tarnish, use an anti-tarnish cloth. Do not use commercial jewelry cleaners unless they are specifically labeled safe for sterling silver. The best way to keep your sterling silver shiny is to wear it often! The more you wear it, the less tarnish you’ll see. And never wear sterling silver in the swimming pool or hot tub! Chlorine will cause it to tarnish almost instantly.
Most other metals don’t exactly tarnish, but they can get a little dull if they’re not worn. Washing with a tiny amount of mild soap is the best way to bring them back to life again. You can prevent this by putting on your jewelry last, after you apply hairspray or perfume, and don’t wear them in the shower or bath.
Genuine pearls do require extra gentle care. Don’t ever use commercial jewelry cleaners on them; you will almost certainly damage the nacre and destroy their unique sheen and iridescence. Be very careful about hairspray, cosmetics, and perfume, and absolutely never put them in an ultrasonic jewelry cleaner!
Can I return or exchange?
Yes. You have 30 days from receipt to return or exchange anything that isn't marked Final Sale. Items need to be in new condition. Exchanges ship free, with no minimum order required. Returns are refunded minus a $5 shipping fee (once per shipment, not per item). We don’t ever charge restocking fees.
Is your jewelry hypoallergenic?
Most of our pieces are hypoallergenic, but not all. You can filter to only show hypoallergenic pieces when browsing, and you will also see an icon on all pieces certified hypoallergenic and nickel-free by their makers.
Can I track my order?
Yes — as soon as your order ships, you'll receive a tracking number by email so you can follow it the whole way to your door.
What makes your jewelry different?
Honestly? Most of it comes down to Amanda. Every maker on this site has been personally researched and verified — she checks that pieces are genuinely handmade, by the person who claims to have made them, using the materials listed. These are small-batch pieces in sterling silver, gold-filled, and genuine gemstones, mostly made in the USA. They aren’t factory pieces, aren’t from resellers, and are not the same thing you'd find on a hundred other sites. When something sells out here, it often stays sold out.
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