Earstrings® threader earrings by Debra Shepard thread through single or multiple piercings and simply dangle. View latest threader earring styles, national press and threader earring celebrity galleries online. See why Earstrings® is the threader earring




While living in Berkeley enrolled at the California College of Arts & Crafts in 1972, Debra Shepard pondered the idea of creating an altogether different style of earring. “I was convinced earrings could be designed without post backings in a way that would make them lighter and more comfortable,” Debra said. “But I also wanted earrings that would inspire a sense of playfulness and fun.” Debra attached a thin strand of Sterling Silver chain to the end of an earring post. She threaded the post and chain through three piercings in her right ear. She was delighted with the results. Her earrings were so comfortable, they felt almost weightless. Not surprisingly, Debra realized she might be on to something. Time permitting; she would work on a few new designs. However, Debra’s plans soon took a backseat to an increasingly demanding schedule as she made the transition from art student to art director. Over the coming decade, Debra would use her talents designing imprinted sportswear, corporate logos and producing t-shirts, hats and jackets for rock ‘n’ roll headliners embarking on world tours. Fast-forward 17 years later to 2002: Debra and her then twelve-year-old daughter, Samantha, were rummaging through Debra’s jewelry box. Out came the threader earrings. Debra explained how they work. Samantha wanted to see them on her Mom’s ears. Although they didn’t know it at the time, Debra and her daughter had just set the stage for what would soon become one of the biggest fashion trends to sweep the nation since chandelier earrings.		Debra Shepard jewelry has since grown well beyond its threader earring beginnings. Today, Debra Shepard jewelry offers an eclectic mix of fashion forward jewelry, including Debra’s signature Earstrings® line of threader earrings, in more than 1,000 authorized boutiques in 21-countries. Debra Shepard jewelry is known for being comfortable without sacrificing style and is regularly featured in fashion press and media around the globe. Hollywood has discovered Debra’s earrings too, which have become a favorite with actresses, musicians, and other leading women of the world. Debra has been invited to design jewelry for events including Fashion Rocks, The Grammy’s, The MTV Movie Awards, Jingle Ball, and the Independent Spirit Film Awards to name only a few. Debra believes there’s more to running a business than just adding to the bottom line. To aid in Hurricane Katrina Relief, Debra designed a pair of Hope, Faith & Charity earrings, which benefited the American Red Cross for over a year. Presently, the Hope, Faith, & Charity Collection is raising money for the Elton John AIDS Foundation. For Debra, the success of her company is a dream come true. “What could possibly be better than to combine the daily routine of work with what I love to do,” Debra asked. “If you can find your passion in your work, then every day becomes a new adventure.”