Two faceted garnets catch the light with every turn of the head, shimmering in a deep, dark red that shifts into purple. The dangle, minimalist form of these earrings lets the stones move freely against the neckline and hair, revealing the play of facets from different angles. At 3.0 cm in length, the earrings stay light on the ear, and the slender silhouette doesn't overwhelm the face.

This selection of garnets, with their deep, clear colour and pronounced sparkle, is the kind of piece that's easy to overlook yet hard to match once you've let it go. Silver and good coloured stones are steadily rising in price, so earrings of this quality and cut at this price are a sensible choice today. The rhodium-plated silver surface cuts down on everyday cleaning, since rhodium protects the metal from tarnishing and losing its shine for many months. The earrings themselves are made of pure, refined sterling silver 925, free of nickel and harmful additives, which matters for sensitive skin around the ear. The French maker's mark on the metal confirms its origin and rounds out this European standard of craftsmanship.

This form works well in the evening, when hair is worn up and the neckline is bare - paired with a little black dress or a silk blouse, the deep red garnet becomes a natural finishing touch to a look that leaves no room for extra accessories. The earrings pull the outfit together without competing with other pieces. They're also worth wearing with a simple sweater in a cool shade of grey, where the garnet gains striking contrast. These two garnets in this setting are made for evenings where precision of detail matters.