Two lapis lazuli cabochons hang from silver posts, swaying gently with every turn of the head. The stone's colour is a deep, saturated navy with fine flecks of gold - in the old craft traditions of the Middle East, this shade was linked to ideals, intuition and inner harmony. The dangle form and slightly retro silhouette let the earrings fall naturally along the line of the neck, revealing the stone's colour with every turn of the head.

Both stones were chosen so their shade and depth of colour match each other exactly, with no difference in tone from one side to the other. Lapis lazuli of such consistent quality is harder to find today at a reasonable price, as good stones of this kind are getting more expensive along with silver. The setting is made of refined European silver 925 coated with a layer of rhodium, which protects the surface from tarnishing and keeps the shine longer. The metal is stamped with the French maker's mark - a legally protected mark registered with the assay office in France, attesting to its origin. A pure alloy free of nickel and other sensitising additives supports comfort even for sensitive skin.

These earrings pair well with weekend outfits: a chunky oversized sweater, a wool scarf and a quiet palette of beige or grey let the navy of the lapis lazuli catch the eye without competing with the rest of the look. Worn down, hair reveals them only partly; pulled back, it reveals them fully. At 2.7 grams, despite their dangle form, they wear light all day long.