The earrings I found that weren't any of those things just weren't my style. They were typically REALLY big and gaudy or just not my vibe (think pink lightning bolts). I'm more of a Joanna Gaines than a Kim K. I love the rustic chic boho vibe and I just wasn't finding it.
For the past 20 years, I've always enjoyed crafting and making things (quilts, costumes, clothes, furniture restoration, interior design) so I decided to try making my own earrings. I did some research and thought that cork was a good place to start since it was extremely lightweight, durable, sustainable and came in a huge variety of fun colors and patterns (sourced from small artisans in Portugal). After several tries, I made my first pair and started wearing them out.
I got sooo many compliments, and I couldn't believe how light they were. Then my friends and family couldn't stop asking where I got them. Once I told them I made them myself, they were amazed and kept asking if I'd make some for them! And now I make Creek+Elm earrings for every woman that wants to leave the house in comfort, feeling cute and confident in her style choices.