These dangle earrings play on the cool blue of turquoise, which near the face works almost like a makeup accent - it catches the light in the eye, brightens the complexion, and suits fair and dark hair alike. Two cabochon-cut turquoise stones show a uniform, deep colour with no streaks or discolouration - a shade that draws the eye straight to the neckline. The classic form of the studs lets the stone remain the main feature, with no unnecessary detail around it.

The turquoise comes from the Sleeping Beauty mine in Arizona, source of stones with an exceptionally even, saturated colour - fewer such stones appear each year, and finding a pair with an identical shade is close to a matter of chance. Silver and good stones are steadily rising in price, so earrings at this price are worth considering now. The setting is refined sterling silver 925 of European quality, and the fineness itself confirms the purity of the alloy - free of nickel and additives that could irritate the skin. A rhodium layer protects the surface from scratches and loss of shine for years to come. The silver, stamped with the French maker's mark, attests to the metal's origin.

For the office, they work well with a plain shirt and a jacket in muted grey or navy - the turquoise blue lifts these colours without overdoing it. They also look good with a simple braid or hair worn up, when nothing covers the neckline. In the evening, pair them with a simple black dress - the turquoise cabochons then become the natural focal point the eye returns to. The medium size makes these earrings easy to wear both during the day and after hours.