This minimalist black onyx bracelet pairs a clean, geometric line with the depth of a stone that reveals shifting, dark glints with every movement of the hand. Three faceted onyxes set along a silver chain catch the light from different angles, so the bracelet never looks quite the same twice. The form stays slender and light, free of unnecessary embellishment, in keeping with a pared-back, contemporary French style. Across many cultures onyx has been associated with strength, resilience and confidence, lending this simple form a personal meaning.

All three onyxes share an even, deep black colour and a similar degree of translucency, so the composition reads as a coherent whole rather than a set of random stones. Silver and quality stones keep rising in price, so a bracelet at this price and quality is a sound choice today. Refined European silver 925 is coated with a layer of rhodium that protects the surface from tarnishing and scratches, so the shine lasts long without extra care. The alloy contains no nickel or other harmful additives, so it can be worn without worry of irritation or allergic reaction. The silver bears a maker's mark struck into the metal, registered with the French assay office, which attests to the origin of the piece.

The bracelet measures 18 centimetres with an adjustable 4-centimetre extension, so you can easily fit it to your wrist size. It looks great peeking out from under the cuff of a white shirt, especially paired with jeans and a leather jacket - classic urban casual wear, where the black onyx adds character to the look. It can be worn on its own or paired with a delicate silver chain on the other wrist. At 5.3 grams it remains almost imperceptible on the hand, and its black tone pairs well with grey, beige and navy.