These lapis lazuli stud earrings bring out the stone's deep navy hue in a form so understated that nothing distracts from the colour itself. The cabochon cut rounds off the surface and gathers light on it, so the faint glimmers only become visible up close, as the head moves. The two stones were matched so their tone is even and deep, and a pair with such uniform, intense colour is easy to overlook among paler examples. The shape of the studs is simple and light, in keeping with the minimalist character of the whole collection.

Lapis lazuli has long been associated with intuition and inner harmony, and in some traditions it was regarded as a symbol of idealism. Silver and good stones are rising in price, and pieces with such a saturated colour are becoming rarer, so buying now makes sense price-wise. Refined European silver of high alloy purity is confirmed by the 925 fineness, and a rhodium layer protects the surface against tarnishing and scratches, keeping the shine bright for years. Silver bearing the French maker's mark attests to the origin of the metal these earrings are made from.

Near the face and along the neckline, the navy of lapis lazuli works best against muted colours. A black turtleneck or a plain black blouse is a natural setting for this colour - hair tied into a high ponytail or tucked behind the ears further reveals the earrings and lets the stone's colour play fully against the skin. A deep purple jumper or the cool grey of a coat also bring out this shade well. At 1.6 g, the earrings wear light, and their small size keeps the stone as the main point the eye returns to.