Dangle earrings in rhodium-plated 925 silver catch the light with a gentle sway at every turn of the head. Two cabochon-cut turquoise stones sit in a simple, classic setting that never distracts from their colour. A cabochon doesn't scatter light the way a faceted stone does - instead it shows a smooth, unbroken surface where the full turquoise colour reads as one, without breaking into small flashes. This style of earring works well with a bare neck and hair pulled back into a simple bun, since that gives the turquoise blue room to show from the side.

Both turquoise stones come from the Sleeping Beauty mine in Arizona, known for stones of an unusually even, saturated blue - this pair was matched so that neither stone's shade drifts from the other. Silver and good-quality stones get more expensive every year, and turquoise of this quality is getting harder to find, so buying at today's price makes sense. The matched colour of the two turquoise stones and the careful setting work are exactly what you're paying for here, with no mark-up for a name. The silver is coated with a layer of rhodium, a hard metal that protects the surface against tarnishing and scratches - meaning the earrings need cleaning less often and keep their shine for longer. The piece is made from refined European silver, sterling silver 925, a pure alloy free of nickel and harmful additives, so you can wear it without worrying about irritation. A French maker's mark on the piece confirms the origin of the metal.

In summer these earrings pair well with a linen dress in light beige or ecru - the turquoise blue stands out clearly against the natural fabric. They also suit a loose cotton shirt with rolled-up sleeves, worn with hair down or pulled back low at the nape, letting the neckline show. Against tanned skin, turquoise gains in intensity, making it a good choice for summer evenings. The medium size and weight of 3.3 grams mean the earrings feel light to wear all day long.