The turquoise cabochons in these earrings show an even, saturated sky-blue tone without blemish. The studs sit in a minimalist silver setting that doesn't pull attention away from the stone's colour - the form stays simple, and the turquoise plays out its full depth by the face and hairline. Turquoise was once associated with distant travels and clear skies, and here that shade simply draws the eye without unnecessary ornamentation.

The two turquoises were matched so their colour and intensity are nearly identical, which is far from a given with stones from the Sleeping Beauty mine in Arizona - one of the most prized varieties of turquoise in the world. Silver, along with good stones and precious metals, keeps rising in price, and turquoises matched this evenly in colour are becoming harder to find, so this purchase makes sense right now. The earrings are made of pure, refined sterling silver 925, free of nickel and harmful additives, so they can be worn without worrying about irritation. Rhodium plating protects the surface from tarnishing, keeping the metal's shine clear for a long time. The silver is stamped with the French maker's mark, registered at the assay office, which attests to the metal's origin.

Small, lightweight studs weighing 1.2 g work beautifully in spring, paired with a pastel trench coat and a silk scarf tied at the neck. A light-coloured handbag and hair pulled back further reveal the neckline, and the turquoise blue brings life to a muted, pastel outfit palette. These are earrings for everyday wear, when you want a simple form and a clear colour without excess.