The deep, saturated blue of lapis lazuli brings a quiet intensity to these dangle and drop earrings that catches the eye at first glance. The faceted stone picks up the light and reveals golden flashes of pyrite - with every turn of the head the colour shifts in depth, now dark and navy, now lit from within. The simple, slender form of the drops does not compete with the stone - all attention stays with the lapis lazuli.

Each of the two stones was hand-selected for depth of colour and clarity, because these are precisely the qualities that define the grade of lapis lazuli. Fine examples of this stone are becoming increasingly rare, and this quality at a reasonable price is seldom found. They are set in refined sterling silver 925 - European craftsmanship, an alloy free from harmful metal additives that will not cause irritation. Rhodium protects the surface against tarnishing and maintains a bright polish for years. The earrings are signed with the French maker's mark, confirming the origin of the metal.

For a city meeting, pair them with an ivory roll-neck or a camel-coloured trench coat - the cool blue of lapis lazuli contrasts with warm, neutral tones and sharpens the whole silhouette. With a short cut or hair worn up, the stone is fully visible and draws the eye along the line of the neck. Lapis lazuli has traditionally been associated with intuition and harmony - and something of that restrained confidence carries through in this minimal pairing.