It only costs $14 to get the wired headphone ‘it girl’ aesthetic

For years, I've considered myself an over-the-ear headphone purist. They're perfect for blocking out noise on the commute, and they're less likely to get lost than the humble AirPods (at least for me). But recently, I came across an issue – it's too damn hot to encase my dome, so what to do?

Then it hit me – I must return to the classics, so I finally caved to the wired headphone "it girl" aesthetic. Quite honestly, it feels great to be part of the elite society of wired wearers, and at only $14 at Amazon, it's perhaps one of the cheapest ways I've found to up my subtle pretentiousness.

While they don't have the same juiced-up qualities of the best wireless headphones, the unparalleled social clout of wired headphones is a joyful, nay, spiritual experience. From the romance of sharing an EarPod, to the effortless aura points that come from rejecting the modern AirPod, I urge you to join the alliance and embrace the wireditgirl summer you deserve.

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Apple EarPods (3.5 mm aux): was $19 now $14.88 at creativebloq.com

There's a reason the EarPods are a classic. With their ergonomic design, they nestle comfortably in the ear for an easy plug-and-play experience. No need to worry if they're charged or mess around with Bluetooth connection – these puppies are ready to plug and play. With a dinky little control panel and maximised sound that minimises sound loss, it's a safe bet if you're after a good listening experience (although I'd recommend our guide to the best wired earphones if you're looking for specific audio specs).

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