I am currently wearing these pieces in my ears right now, and they were comfortable to sleep in. They don't hurt now, but putting them in my traditional ear piercings was a slight challenge.

  There were some pairs of earrings that had multiple steps for installment and if you're not careful you can lose the end screw and render the entire piece useless. Some had to go in my ear backwards, and it was slightly painful but they all worked.

  These earrings are not for people who have a low tolerance for pain, who don't want a complicated installment, and who don't want a heavy piece in their ear. I personally love these earrings, and the price for them.

  These would be so much more expensive for just one earring at various alternative themed stores, and I say that because of the hefty quality of them. Ive wanted to have these types of earrings for a while but they are so expensive and hard to find. This is the best value that Ive seen. Id venture to say that a person running a business could take advantage of these prices (at the moment). Also, men can rock these as well they are nowhere near dainty or delicate. I love how some pairs lock into place, and these are so awesome to look at. I highly recommend these to people who are alternative and looking for quality statement jewelry for a great price- at the moment-.