I was thrilled to buy this whole set but disappointed when it arrived and I saw the earrings. With the beautiful necklace, bracelet, and ring, I wish Adrienne would have chosen either a much smaller hoop or a different, more appropriate style of earring to match. The hoops are just way too large and overpower the set. They just hang on the ear heavily and completely out of place. Now regarding wearing them alone...I don''t know!