Headphones are a fact of life. If you want to listen to your favorite music on the go, or simply desire a peaceful commute, you’re going to need a pair. And while the trend in recent years has been toward mind-bendingly small in-ear phones, we say — like everything — the bigger the better. Outer ear headphones are best for blocking out atmospheric noise — like loud traffic, the crazy person on the subway, or your annoying coworker. We’ve found ten perfect pairs for your perusal.
Right: Tenqa Remxd Bluetooth Headphones, $39, Left: Beats by Dr. Dre White On-Ear Headphones, $179.99
Left: Skullcandy Uprock Rasta Headphones, $29.95, Right: Skullcandy Uprock On-Ear Headphones, $29.95
Left: Nixon The Trooper 3-Button Mic On-Ear Headphones,$70, Right: Sennheiser HD518, $129.95
Left: Phillips O’Neill Headphones, $20.99, Right: Skullcandy Roc Nation Aviator Headphones, $148.95
Left: Urban Ears Plattan Headphones, $53.49, Right: Fanny Wang 1000 Series On-Ear Wangs Luxury Headphones, $137.67


















