Eight faceted aquamarines catch the light with every turn of the head, as the earrings hang freely along the line of the neck. The stone's cool, watery blue plays across different shades, from pale grey to a deeper turquoise, calling to mind the surface of the sea at dawn. The dangling, slightly irregular form fits the boho character: relaxed, natural, far from rigid symmetry. The big size means the earrings are visible from a distance, and with hair worn loose or pinned up to reveal the ear, they become a natural finishing touch to any hairstyle.

Stones like these - clean, with even colour across all eight facets - are easy to overlook, and a second pair in such a closely matched shade is hard to find later. Silver and good coloured stones are rising in price, so this purchase makes sense today. They are set in refined sterling silver 925 of high alloy purity, a metal free of nickel and harmful additives, gentle even on sensitive skin. A rhodium layer protects the surface from tarnishing and keeps its shine for years to come. The silver bears a maker's mark registered with the French assay office, attesting to its origin.

For an evening out, these earrings work beautifully with a little black dress in silky satin; simply sweep your hair behind your ears and let the blue of the stone draw attention without any other jewellery at the neck. They also pair well with a loose, silky blouse in a cool shade, where the aquamarine's colour is echoed in the fabric. At 3.8 grams, they can be worn all day without tiring the earlobe, despite their big size.