Wearing a skull always makes a statement—it conveys a fascination with mortality as well as a sense of macabre beauty. On the Day of the Dead, skulls take on a special significance as the living and the dead are reunited. Whether you want to celebrate Dia de los Muertos in style or show off your morbid sense of fashion year-round, this collection of spellbinding skull earrings has you covered.
Sugar Skull Earrings
These sterling silver calavera earrings with traditional sugar skull decorations are perfect for Day of the Dead, but subtle enough for everyday wear. They’re the ultimate blend of festive and fashionable.
These laser engraved wood earrings are decorated with beautiful pink roses and rich colors. They’re lightweight and wearable but large enough to make a statement, and you’ll love the intricate hand-painted designs.
Everyone will love these adorable laser-cut wood sugar skull earrings with marigold designs. With three pairs to choose from, you’re sure to find the perfect set to wear for a Day of the Dead picnic or festival.
These turquoise skull dangle earrings really pop with their crowns of red roses and gorgeous ruby red glass hearts. Once a year is definitely not enough to wear these eye-catching earrings!
Hand-painted metal flowers and sparkling Swarovski crystals adorn these stone skull drop earrings. They capture the festive spirit of Dia de los Muertos—and they’re available in five bright colors.
Silver Skull Earrings
These silver stud earrings are ideal for everyday wear and Day of the Dead festivities alike. If you need a little gothic flair in your life, look no further.
Big hoops make a big splash, and these intricately crafted silver hoop earrings are sure to leave a lasting impression. Featuring a design of skulls entwined with tree roots, they’re a must-have for your gothic jewelry collection.
Ideal for wearing in a second piercing, these teeny tiny skull studs offer a subtle touch of the macabre. They’re available in silver, gold, and black, so you’re sure to find one that fits your aesthetic.
These unique handmade earrings are crafted from silver and feature an interesting modern design. These would pair beautifully with many different fashion aesthetics, making them a versatile choice for Day of the Dead jewelry.
These unique and delicate skull dangle earrings feature hand-carved pearl skulls topped with intricate sterling silver crowns. They’re elegant and feminine with a gothic edge—the perfect Day of the Dead accessories.
Gold Skull Earrings
For a minimalist aesthetic with a gothic twist, try these gold push back skull earrings. You’ll be head over heels for the hammered gold details—and the price!
Skull Stud Earrings ($134)
These understated skull stud earrings are made from gorgeous 14k solid gold, and their minimalist look means they’re easy to dress up or down. With yellow, white, and rose gold available, these elegant skull earrings are the perfect finishing touch for your Day of the Dead look.
Tiny Skull Hoop Earrings ($51)
Delicate wire hoops show off tiny realistic skulls for a subtle look that is nonetheless festive. These dainty hoops are available in both sterling silver and gold fill & bronze.
Cute Skull Earrings
These adorable sugar skull stud earrings come as part of a set of 2 with cute yellow marigolds, making them the perfect earrings for multiple piercings. These would be great for a kawaii goth aesthetic.
Cute Skull Stud Earrings ($11)
Stylized mini skulls are a great fit for a pastel goth aesthetic, and these ones come in silver, yellow gold, or rose gold. Wear these sterling silver studs when you want a touch of sugar and spice with your next goth look.
These dainty skull earrings are the ideal mixture of cute and spooky. Made from sterling silver, they’re also available with gold and rose gold plating for a variety of looks, and the small huggie hoops mean you never have to worry about losing an earring back.
Beautiful 14k gold is the star of the show in these whimsical earrings, and their secure screwback closure ensures that they’ll stay in place. Between the cute heart eyes and the hypoallergenic gold, you’ll never want to take them off.
Beaded Skull Earrings
These beautiful skull earrings feature intricate black beading for a lace-like effect around bone-white stone skull beads. The subtle gothic style is suitable for lots of occasions—including Day of the Dead.
Black earrings with pink, white, and red details are a cute and colorful addition to any Dia de los Muertos party. These earrings are large enough to make a big statement, but so lightweight you can wear them all day.
These fun, flashy Day of the Dead earrings are available in pink, turquoise, or gold. Beaded details feature gems and pearls for a symphony of sparkle. Wear them for a holiday celebration, or any time you need a little extra flair.
This list should help you find your next pair of showstopping skull earrings, whether you’re looking for the ultimate finishing touch to your Day of the Dead outfit, or you just want to add a dash of dark whimsy to your everyday look. As you can see, the variety of styles is practically infinite—but this guide will get you started on finding your perfect pair.