the lapis lazuli cabochon in these earrings plays with a deep, dark navy hue threaded through with fine golden flecks. it was precisely this intensity of colour and clarity of surface that decided the choice of both stones - no grey patches, no clouding, just a rich, even tone. the dangle, medium-sized, modern form lets the stone move gently with every turn of the head, while the line of the neck and hair become a natural backdrop for this navy depth. in old-world craft, lapis lazuli was associated with intuition and inner harmony; today it is simply prized for a colour hard to mistake for any other stone.

the setting is refined European 925 silver of high alloy purity, free of nickel and other additives harmful to the skin. a rhodium layer protects the surface against tarnishing and scratches, so the earrings do not need frequent polishing - just wear them. good stones in this colour are becoming harder to find, and the price of silver and precious metals keeps rising, so buying now makes sense price-wise. each pair is signed with the French maker's mark - a guarantee of quality and of the precious metal's origin.

a linen shirt in natural beige or a loose cotton blouse suits these earrings well - simple fabrics that don't draw attention away from the stone's colour. hair pulled into a bun or a simple braid reveals the line of the neck and lets the cabochons fully show themselves. the navy of the lapis lazuli also pairs well with a light-coloured sweater or a denim shirt - the modern form of these earrings works equally well in everyday looks and with a more elaborate hairstyle.