What are huggie earrings? Huggie hoop earrings (also referred to as huggers) are designed to hug a child's earlobe to prevent hair and fabric from getting caught on the earring. With huggie hoop earrings the hinge and post are hidden away within the earring providing a seamless look that is super cute, comfortable to wear, and safe from snags. Huggie earrings are a beautiful and safe earring option for babies and children customers rave about. With huggie hoops there are no lost earring backs. These adorable hoop earrings easily snap into place with ease. Looking for traditional hoop earrings? We have those too.