These stud earrings with peridot pair a minimalist form with the warm green colour of the stone. The faceted cut catches the light through tiny flat facets, so with every movement of the head a new flash of green appears, from lighter tones to a deeper, bottle green. The two stones were hand-picked, someone held them side by side to check that their colour matched, which is why the pair looks even and deliberate in the ears, not random.

The peridot for these earrings was chosen with attention to clarity and colour intensity, which matters all the more given the small size of the stone. Silver and precious metal prices are rising, and good stones are becoming harder to find, so earrings at this price and this quality are a sound choice today. They are set in refined European silver 925, and a rhodium layer protects the surface against tarnishing and scratches, so the shine lasts and doesn't need frequent cleaning. The alloy contains no nickel, the metal most often responsible for skin reactions, so the earrings can be worn without worry. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark, which attests the origin of the silver.

The small size and stud form mean the earrings sit close to the earlobe, without weighing it down or drawing attention away from the face. Green peridot pairs well with fair hair and tanned skin, and in spring it's worth wearing with a pastel trench coat, a silk scarf in a similar shade and a light-coloured bag. Such a styling highlights the neckline without piling on extra accessories. These earrings can be worn from morning to evening, since their light weight, 1.0 g, means that after a few hours you simply forget you're wearing them.