What is an Ear Cricket?
An Ear Cricket is the WiRealm version of the classic Ear Cuff and are handmade from wire. Ear Crickets are custom fit to YOUR ear, so they don't hurt or pinch while being worn.
What material are they made out of?
Ear Crickets are made most commonly made from Sterling Silver wire, more recently offering gold-filled wire, and upon custom orders, we’ve been known to make items from various Colored Wire (ie: black, hot pink, red, teal, purple, etc) See the Materials page for more information.
Why is it called a “Cricket”?
These little creatures were developed in my high school days. In those days, my mother oversaw my designing quite a bit - whether as or a test subject or a positive critic. These fine metal creatures were bendy and mischievous and I'd drop them quite a bit 🤭 Upon hitting the ground, they'd bounce. One time, she said they reminded her of crickets. “Ear Crickets” were born! To this day, when designing, transporting, fitting them to my ears or others’ ears, I still drop them. I’ve learned to accept it…
Can ANYONE wear Ear Crickets?
WiRealm invites wearers of any style, age, and gender! Ear Crickets prefer to be custom fit for the BEST possible experience AND so reduce chances of them hopping away by accident! To ensure best fit and highest level of comfort, we recommend you contact us for an in-person consultation. If not local (to Northern Virginia area), we suggest the simple & timeless Ear Cricket Cuff OR see #6.
What is the difference between a Cuff and a Squiggle?
- Ear Cuffs are the smallest and simplest type of Ear Cricket, most closely resembling a classic cuff. They don’t require a piercing and are designed to accent other things you wear or exist on their own.
- Ear Squiggles are longer, to include a zigzag element with a hole at the bottom. It is designed with a hole to allow YOUR earring (stud or hook) to be put THROUGH the hole to secure the Cricket. Which means it is less likely to come off until YOU decide to take it off. With this feature, the wearer can be active without having to worry about losing the Cricket.
Can I wear the same Cricket on either ear?
The original way Crickets were designed is for the single band to be face up, and the decorative part (teardrop, zigzag, etc) to be facing down toward your ear lobe. But fun fact, you can also flip them upside down and wear on your opposite ear! For example, if you purchase a Left Ear Squiggle, you can also wear it as an upside-down Right Squiggle. Even more fun, when you get a Cuff or Squiggle PAIR, you can wear BOTH on EITHER ear for a cool effect. See photos above!
Why do you suggest a custom fit?
Ear Crickets prefer to be custom fit for the BEST possible experience AND so reduce chances of losing them. Ears are more unique that we have ever imagined! The three main factors in fittings are the WIDTH of the bridge of your ear, the DEPTH of the well of your ear, and the LENGTH between the bridge and the center of your ear lobe. When making Ear Crickets, they are pre-made to a standard size, then CUSTOM FIT to your exact ear components. Contact us for an in-person consultation.
What if I’m not local? If not local (to Northern Virginia area), never fear! Contact us anyway! We will ask a few questions so that we may send you the BEST possible Cricket without requiring you being in person. Upon delivery, we offer a complimentary video chat to teach you how to put on your Ear Cricket.
What if my ears aren't pierced?
If your ears aren’t pierced, the classic Ear Cuff is a perfect choice! Since the Ear Squiggle features the bottom hole for stabilization, it won’t be necessary when you don’t have an earring to attach it to. If you are looking for something a bit more fancy, contact us for customized pieces!
Can I sleep in them?
To decrease chance of loss, it is best to take them off to sleep. Occasional forgetting has turned out to be okay, but they don’t feel great over time if you’re a side sleeper.
Can I shower in them?
In our experience, Squiggles have had better chances of staying on the ear, Cuffs may get caught in hair, depending on texture/length of hair.
Can I get a cricket fit to me then give it to a friend?
The standard pre-made shape is likely to fit most people, but won’t fit just anyone as perfectly as if they got it custom-fit. Once a Cricket is adjusted to fit YOU, it will fit you best and is less likely to fit other people, but feel free to give it a try!
What if I got my cricket custom-fit in person, then got home and completely forgot everything?
We want you to WEAR your Crickets! You can revisit any of our video here OR visit the studio OR even link up for a video chat to assess the situation! Contact us to schedule something.
I love Ear Crickets! How do I share them with everyone?
We love to see where your Crickets go! When you take pictures/videos with your Ear Crickets, tag us @WiRealmbyTamara on Instagram!