These dangle earrings pair a relaxed, bohemian shape with the deep purple-red of garnet. The faceted cut of the two stones catches the light with every turn of the head, and the hue shifts from deep red to an almost violet glint. Two small cubic zirconia stones add a subtle sparkle at the top without drawing attention away from the main stones. This is a shape that likes contact with a bare neck and loosely tied hair - that's where the garnet best reveals the depth of its colour.

Before a garnet is set, we assess its colour and clarity under light - what matters is the saturation of the colour and the absence of clouding. Such selection at a reasonable price matters today, because silver and good coloured stones keep getting more expensive, and finding them in this quality is increasingly difficult. The earrings are made of refined sterling silver 925 with a high-purity alloy - free of nickel and other additives that could irritate the skin around the ear. A layer of rhodium protects the surface from tarnishing and losing its shine for a long time. The piece is signed with a maker's mark registered with the French assay office, which attests to the origin of the metal.

For a meeting in the city, they work well with a sand-toned trench coat and a simple cool-grey turtleneck - the garnet brings life to such a muted outfit. Hair gathered in a loose bun or tucked behind the ear reveals the neckline and lets the stones swing freely. The boho character of these earrings also pairs well with a linen shirt and natural accessories. Their medium size and weight of 3.0 grams make them easy to wear all day long.