Modern and lightweight, these blue topaz dangle earrings pair a simple, elongated shape with the cool blue of the stone. Four faceted blue topazes catch the light from different angles, and each facet reflects it a little differently, so the colour shifts in intensity with every turn of the head. The shape falls freely, letting the earrings sit close to the line of the neck and highlight its length when hair is tied up or tucked behind the ear.

Each of the four blue topazes was examined individually and chosen for clarity and depth of blue, so the pair delivers high quality at a reasonable price. Silver and good coloured stones are rising in price, and blue topazes with such even colour are becoming harder to find, so this purchase makes sense from a price standpoint today. The core of the earrings is refined sterling silver 925 of European quality, with the fineness confirming the purity of an alloy free of nickel and harmful additives. The silver is coated with a layer of 18-carat gold meeting the French vermeil standard, confirmed by the struck V mark, and it is this gold, not the silver, that touches the skin at the ear. The piece is finished with silver stamped with the French maker's mark, which attests to the origin of the metal.

Day to day, they work well with a light-coloured linen shirt or a loose cotton top with an open neckline - the blue of the topaz stands out clearly against the natural fabric. Hair pulled into a low bun or tucked behind the ears further exposes their dangling line. The medium size means the earrings wear lightly all day, and in the evening it's enough to let your hair down for the blue of the topaz to emerge with every turn of the head.