Two faceted garnets hold a colour that is hard to find in mass-market jewellery - a deep, dark red with a ruby shimmer that shifts in intensity with every turn of the head. The facets catch the light and return it in short, sharp flashes. The minimal stud setting steps back, leaving all attention on the stone - and it is precisely that quiet restraint of form that is the essence of French elegance.

A garnet of this depth of colour and clarity rarely comes along, and quality stones of this kind are rising in price alongside precious metals. The price for such a selection remains surprisingly accessible here. The earrings are made using the vermeil technique: a core of refined sterling silver 925 of European quality, covered with a layer of at least 5 microns of 18-carat gold - it is this gold that touches the skin, ensuring comfort even for sensitive skin, free from alloy additives that can cause reactions. Vermeil compliance is confirmed by the stamped V mark. The piece is signed with the French maker's mark struck on the piece, registered at the French assay office.

For everyday wear, the earrings pair beautifully with a natural-toned linen shirt or a relaxed cotton sweatshirt - the dark red garnet brings life to muted, earthy colours and draws the eye towards the face. With a short hairstyle or hair worn up, the ruby shimmer of the stone becomes a distinct accent along the jawline.