These minimalist stud earrings draw the eye with the blue of two faceted blue topaz stones. With every turn of the head, the facets catch the light differently, so the colour shifts from a cool sapphire tone to a lighter, almost transparent blue. A stone like this is easy to overlook, yet a second one with an equally pure hue is hard to find. The simple stud form doesn't distract from the stone and sits well against the line of the neck and an exposed ear.

We chose the blue topaz for these earrings for its clarity and depth of colour, since those are what define a stone's character. As a result, high quality goes hand in hand with a reasonable price. Silver is rising in price, and good stones are becoming harder to source, so buying now makes sense price-wise. The setting is refined European 925 silver, rhodium-plated with a hard, scratch-resistant metal - this keeps the shine lasting and stops the surface from tarnishing. The alloy contains no nickel, the metal responsible for allergic reactions, so the earrings can be worn without worrying about irritation. The silver bears the French maker's mark, which attests to the metal's origin.

These earrings sit well with simple, natural fabrics - a linen shirt, a cotton blouse or a loose sweater without unnecessary embellishments. Hair pulled back into a bun reveals the line of the neck and lets the blue of the topaz stand out fully by the face. Loose, softly waved hair creates a more subtle, everyday pairing. The minimalist stud form works just as well in the office as at an after-work meeting, when you want to add one striking detail to an outfit without overdoing it.