The cool blue of topaz in these stud earrings meets a clean, minimalist form, with no extra details pulling attention away from the stone. The faceted cut divides the surface into small facets that catch the light and send it back in short, bright flashes rather than spreading it in an even glow. The two topazes were matched so their shade is uniform - someone had to lay them side by side and compare them before they were paired for a single set of earrings. The studs sit close to the earlobe, so it's this calm blue that catches the eye first.

Rhodium-plated silver gains a hard, resistant coating that protects it from tarnishing and keeps its shine for longer. Underneath lies pure, refined sterling silver 925, stamped with the French maker's mark, a metal of European quality free of additives that could irritate the skin around the ear. Silver and good coloured stones rise in price year after year, and topazes with such an even shade are harder to find today, so this price makes sense now. Choosing this particular topaz and honest craftsmanship doesn't have to mean a high cost.

For an evening out in the little black dress or in a silk blouse, these earrings are enough on their own as the only jewelry near the face - no necklace, no stack of rings needed. Hair tied up in a bun or tucked behind the ear reveals the neckline and lets the blue of the topaz play with every turn of the head. It's a modest form, but the colour of the stone draws the eye on its own, so the rest of the look can stay quiet - understated makeup, sleek hair, a simple cut of dress. At 2.0 g, they wear light all evening long.