These dangle earrings with labradorite catch the eye with a cool, blue flash that appears against the stone's dark background and disappears as you tilt your head. The two cabochon-cut labradorites were assessed individually before being matched into a pair - what mattered was depth of colour and surface clarity, free of flaws or discoloration. The simple, dangling form measuring 3.0 cm has a modern, minimalist line, with no embellishments to draw attention away from the stone itself. Labradorite has long been associated with calm thinking and self-confidence, and in craftsmanship it has sometimes served as a symbol of inspiration.

Two labradorites with such a striking play of light are hard to find today at a reasonable price - good stones of this kind are becoming rarer, and their availability is limited by nature itself. Silver and precious metals are rising in price, so this purchase makes sense right now. The setting is refined silver 925 of European quality, coated in rhodium, which protects the surface against tarnishing and scratches - the shine stays bright for a long time. The alloy contains no nickel, the metal responsible for allergic reactions, so the earrings do not cause allergies. The piece is signed with the French maker's mark, which establishes the origin of the metal and is registered with the assay office in France.

These earrings sit well in office styling - against a smooth shirt and a blazer in muted grey or navy, the stone's blue flash livens up the look without being showy. Hair worn loose or pulled back into a smooth bun lets the labradorite work freely along the neckline and face. At 2.2 g, they wear lightly all day long, from a morning at the office to an evening out, where the same stone takes on a different character under lamplight.