Dangle labradorite earrings bring out the play of light exactly where it shows best - by the face and along the neckline. Four cabochon-cut labradorites sit against the stone's dark background, and with every turn of the head a blue, at times steely, flash moves across their surface. The cabochon cut doesn't scatter this effect into small facets but concentrates it in one smooth plane, so the light appears and disappears in clear flashes. The simple, dangling form stays modern and light in the process - closer to minimalism than ornament. Jewellers of old associated labradorite with peace of mind and self-belief, treating it as a stone of inspiration.

Each of the four stones was examined individually and chosen for the depth of its dark background and the clarity of its blue flash, so the effect is not accidental. Silver and good stones are steadily rising in price, and labradorites with such distinct labradorescence are becoming harder to find, so this price makes sense today. For this amount you get careful stone selection and precise setting work, not just the raw material itself. The earrings are made of refined European 925 silver of high alloy purity, free of nickel and other additives that could irritate the skin near the ear. A rhodium layer protects the surface from scratches and loss of shine, so the metal keeps its even, cool gleam for a long time. The French maker's mark on the piece confirms the origin of the metal.

These earrings feel at home in understated, urban outfits. With a beige trench coat and a cool grey turtleneck, they add one clear, moving accent of colour by the face. They also work well with a simple shirt and a wool coat for a meeting in town, where every detail near the ear counts. At 2.4 grams, they stay light and comfortable, even worn all day.