These dangle earrings with amber catch the eye with a warm, honey colour that shifts shade with every turn of the head. Two cabochon-cut ambers catch the light and reflect it in small glints, ranging from pale honey to a deeper, richer tone at the edge of the stone. Amber is fossilised resin, warm and alive to the touch of light, long associated with sunny warmth and success. The modern, lightweight form of the studs lets the earrings move freely by the face, brushing against the neckline and hair.

Only a small portion of the amber reviewed makes it into these earrings - what matters is clarity and depth of colour, and the rest is set aside at the selection stage. This care translates into quality at a price that remains reasonable, even as silver gets more expensive and good amber becomes harder to source. This is a good moment for such a purchase. The earrings are made of rhodium-plated sterling silver 925 sourced from European refining - the rhodium layer protects the surface against tarnishing, so the shine lasts for a long time. The silver is stamped with the French maker's mark, which attests the origin of the metal.

The medium size and weight of 4.8 grams mean the earrings wear lightly all day long, including at the office. They pair well with a smooth shirt and a jacket in muted colours - beige, grey or deep green - where the amber immediately draws the eye. Loose hair that reveals the ear lets you appreciate the play of light on the stone, while hair pulled back into a bun further highlights the neckline. This is a piece that works just as well at the desk as after hours.