The saturated blue of the two turquoise stones in these earrings catches the eye from the very first glance. The cabochon cut shows off the smooth, slightly domed surface of the stone, and with every turn of the head the blue of the turquoise shifts into a cooler, deeper tone. The simple form of these classic studs means it's the colour of the stone that leads the eye, with no unnecessary detailing around the setting.

This pair features turquoise from the Sleeping Beauty mine in Arizona, chosen for its even, intense colour free of discolouration or spotting. Silver and quality stone prices rise year after year, and turquoise of this quality is becoming harder to find, so today's price on these earrings makes sense. The setting is refined European silver, sterling silver 925, and the fineness itself attests to the purity of the alloy, free of nickel and harmful additives, which matters when wearing jewellery close to the skin every day. The rhodium coating on the silver is hard and scratch-resistant, so the metal keeps its shine for a long time despite contact with cosmetics or hair. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, which attests to the origin of the silver.

The small format of the studs means the earrings work beautifully with an exposed neckline and hair pulled up, where the blue of the turquoise brings the line of the face to life. For an evening out, pair them with the little black dress and a silk blouse in a cool shade - in an understated outfit, it's the turquoise that draws the eye. Sleek, smoothed-back hair or a low bun further reveal the ears and let you fully appreciate the colour of the stone. At 1.8 g, the earrings feel light to wear even through a whole evening.