These are so pretty has lots of sparkle i love the look flush against your ear just what I was looking for they don't stick out like other studs better then I expected very happy with them and being less then I carat is what I was looking for as I have small ears and this size is perfect they do look like they are one carat but perfect size. Also the backs are a bit loose so I am taking mine to my jewelry store to see what I can do to prevent them from falling off I would just hate to loose them these will be my everyday earrings love them.