Two faceted sapphires give these earrings a shape so simple that all attention stays on the stone. The navy hue deepens within the cut, and with every movement of the head the facets catch the light and send it back in small glints. The delicate dangle silhouette, 3.0 cm long, ends loosely right at the neckline, without unnecessary weight. This is minimalism that needs no ornament, because it works through the colour of the stone alone.

Each sapphire is assessed for colour and clarity before setting, only then is it placed into a silver mount. Prices of silver and other precious metals are rising, and good stones of this class are increasingly hard to find, so buying at this price makes sense today. They are set in refined European silver, sterling silver 925, free of nickel and harmful additives, meaning no irritation for the skin. A rhodium layer protects the surface against tarnishing and scratches, so the shine lasts long and everyday cleaning is kept to a minimum. The silver is stamped with the French maker's mark, which attests its origin.

These earrings sit well with simple, pulled-back hair - an exposed neckline lets the sapphires draw the eye without competing with the hairstyle. For a meeting in the city, pair them beautifully with a cool grey turtleneck and a sand-toned trench coat - the navy of the stone brings life to a neutral outfit palette. A touch of makeup in cool tones is enough to keep the sapphire as the main focus of the whole look.