Small yet striking, these stud earrings set with two rubies catch the eye with every turn of the head. The faceted cut breaks light into short flashes that flicker along the neckline and through the hair without overwhelming the face. The form has been pared down to the essentials - no extra elements, just the setting and the stone, so all attention stays on the deep, saturated purple-red of the ruby.

Each of the two rubies was examined individually and chosen for colour and clarity, which keeps the price reasonable at this level of quality. Silver and other precious metals are rising in price, and good rubies are becoming harder to find, so buying at this price makes sense today. The earrings are made of refined silver 925 with a high alloy purity, coated with a layer of rhodium - a hard metal that protects the surface from tarnishing and scratches, so the shine needs little upkeep. The alloy contains no nickel, so it does not cause allergies or skin irritation. The metal is stamped with the French maker's mark, confirming its origin.

This pair sits well with simple, natural fabrics - a linen shirt, a cotton sweater or a loose, unadorned T-shirt. Hair pulled into a bun or tied back low reveals the neckline and lets the rubies come fully into their own. These are everyday earrings that work just as well with a simple dress in the evening, when makeup and outfit stay understated. At 1.6 g, they wear light all day long, without any sense of weight on the earlobe.