The deep violet of eight amethysts only reveals its full depth when you move your head, as the faceted stones catch the light and throw back tiny glints. These dangle earrings, with their light, free-flowing line, fall against the face almost like a strand of hair, brushing the neckline with every gesture. The shape is close to the boho spirit - an irregular play of stones rather than rigid symmetry, yet without heaviness or excess. The violet shifts from a pale amethyst glow to a deeper purple depending on how the daylight falls.

Each of the eight amethysts was chosen for its clarity and rich colour, which makes this quality surprisingly good value for the price. Good stones in this colour and clarity are becoming scarcer on the market, and the prices of silver and precious metals are steadily rising, so buying now makes sense from a pricing standpoint. The earrings are made of refined European sterling silver 925, free of nickel and other irritating additives, so they can be worn without worrying about skin irritation. A layer of rhodium protects the surface from tarnishing and keeps the shine lasting a long time. The piece is stamped with the French maker's mark struck into the metal, attesting to its origin. In old jewellery tradition, amethyst was associated with clarity of mind and inner calm.

For the office, these earrings pair well with a smooth shirt in a cool shade and a jacket in grey or navy - the amethyst violet brings life to a muted look without overpowering it. They also work well with a simple sweater and an open neckline, where the hairline reveals the stone with every turn of the head. The medium size and weight of 1.6 grams mean the earrings wear lightly through a full day at work.