Ear Chain & Kaan Chain Earrings

An ear chain turns a simple earring into a statement. Also known as a kaan chain, it links your earring to a clip or hook higher up the ear – or into your hair – framing the face with a fine line of pearls, kundan or gold-tone links. Shop ear chain for women in every style – an ear chain with jhumka for weddings, an earring chain in fine gold tone for everyday wear, and heavy bridal designs.

Kaan chains have long been part of traditional Indian bridal jewellery, and today's designs make the look easy to wear for every occasion. Most ear chains attach without an extra piercing: one end hooks onto your earring and the other clips onto the upper ear or slides into your hair.

Ear Chain Designs to Shop

• Earrings with chain: jhumkas, chandbalis and studs that come with a matching chain already attached – the simplest way to wear the look.
• Kundan kaan chains: richly set chains in gold tone that pair with kundan jewellery sets and lehengas.
• Pearl ear chains: strands of pearls that soften a festive look and suit pastel outfits.
• Temple ear chains: antique-gold designs with traditional motifs for South Indian silk sarees.
• Simple ear chains: fine, lightweight chain earrings for everyday styling and indo-western outfits.

Bridal and Traditional Ear Chain

A traditional ear chain completes a bridal look like little else. Choose a bridal ear chain with layered pearls or kundan to match your necklace, and wear it with heavy jhumka earrings or chandbali earrings so the chain has a strong anchor. For wedding guests, an ear chain for wedding functions can be lighter – a single strand of pearls or a slim gold-tone chain looks elegant through the sangeet, haldi and reception. Our edit of bridal ear chain designs for the perfect wedding look has more ideas.

Ear Chains for Festivals and Everyday Wear

Kaan chain designs are a natural fit for Diwali, Navratri, Durga Puja, Karwa Chauth and Eid – wear them with a saree or lehenga and an open hairstyle so the chain shows. For daily wear, pick a simple ear chain in a fine chain or tiny pearls; it adds polish to a kurti or a plain dress without feeling heavy. See our picks of minimalist ear chains for everyday styling.

Ear Chain and Ear Cuff Pairings

For a modern take, pair your ear chain with one of our ear cuffs. Many traditional ear cuffs and Maharashtrian bugadi ear cuffs come with a chain that connects the cuff to your earring – no extra piercing needed.

Shop Ear Chains by Brand

Find ear chain earrings from brands such as Saloni Fashion Jewellery, Sanjog, Peora and Kushal's Fashion Jewellery.

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Explore More Earrings

Browse all earrings for women, or shop the styles that pair best with an ear chain: jhumka earrings, chandbali earrings and ear cuffs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a kaan chain?

A kaan chain (ear chain) is a decorative chain that runs from your earring up to the top of the ear or into the hair. It's a traditional part of Indian bridal jewellery and is now worn at festivals and parties too.

How do you wear an ear chain?

Hook one end onto your earring – or wear an earring that already has the chain attached – then clip the other end onto your upper ear or slide it into your hair just above the ear.

Do ear chains need an extra piercing?

No. Most ear chain earrings attach to your regular earring and clip or hook onto the ear or hair, so a single standard piercing is enough.

Which earrings go best with an ear chain?

Jhumkas and chandbalis are the classic choice because their weight balances the chain. Studs with a chain attached suit lighter, everyday looks.