These delicate labradorite stud earrings hold to the principle that less is more - the simple setting doesn't draw attention away from the stone. The faceted cut catches light at different angles, and against the dark background a blue, sometimes steely flash appears. Near the ear and along the neckline, this play of light works as a subtle accent, visible only up close, when you move your head or brush your hair aside. Labradorite has long been associated with calm thinking and self-confidence, which suits a form that doesn't shout but works quietly.

The two labradorites for these earrings were chosen with care for colour purity and depth of flash - a stone with this strength of shimmer is easy to miss, and a second one just as good is hard to match afterwards. Silver is rising in price, good coloured stones are becoming harder to find, so the chance to buy this quality at this price is worth appreciating now. The setting is refined European silver 925, coated with rhodium - a hard layer that protects the surface from tarnishing and scratches, meaning the earrings need cleaning less often. The whole piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, which attests the origin of the silver. A pure alloy free of nickel and other allergy-triggering additives means that even sensitive skin tolerates them without irritation.

This form pairs well with a romantic look - loosely pinned-up hair, a blouse with delicate lace, or a dress in a small pastel print. Labradorite's blue flash stands out nicely against fair skin and soft, light-coloured clothing, and becomes even more striking with dark hair. At 1.9 g, the earrings wear lightly even through a whole day, from a morning outing to an evening get-together with friends.