Amethyst stud earrings play with facets at every turn of the head, brushing against the neckline and hair. Two faceted-cut amethysts catch the light and reflect it in a deep, cool purple, and when the head tilts, brief flashes of lighter violet appear within them. The stud's form has been kept spare and simple, without unnecessary detail, so all attention stays on the stone. This is a minimalist piece, in which the amethyst's colour speaks for itself through its form alone.

Each of these amethysts was chosen for its colour and clarity - the stone is free of clouding, so light passes through it freely. Amethyst has long been associated with calm and clarity of mind, which makes it a popular choice as a gift. Silver and good coloured stones are steadily rising in price, and selected amethysts of this quality are harder to find today at a reasonable price, so this purchase makes sense right now. The setting is vermeil - a core of refined European silver, sterling silver 925, coated with a thick layer of 18-carat gold that actually touches the skin. Compliance with the vermeil standard is confirmed by the struck V mark, and the piece is signed with the French maker's mark establishing its origin, registered with the assay office in France. A pure alloy free of nickel and other sensitising additives means that even sensitive skin tolerates them without irritation.

These earrings sit well with a lace blouse in powder pink or a flowing dress in pastel lilac - the amethyst's violet then picks up the tone of the outfit and reflects it back near the face. With hair loosely pinned up, the stone stays fully visible and draws the eye from the very first glance. They add a striking yet small touch of colour to a muted, light, romantic-spirited look. They weigh 1.8 grams, so wearing them all day long stays light and unnoticeable.