Two faceted blue topaz stones catch the light with every turn of the head, their cool blue shifting in intensity as you tilt your head or brush back your hair. These dangle earrings, with their minimalist, narrow silhouette, measure 3.0 cm long - just enough to sway gently along the neckline without pulling on the ear. The simple form keeps the focus on the stone - it's the topaz that draws the eye when you lean in to talk or turn your profile.

This particular shade of blue topaz, clear and free of clouding, is hard to come by - a good specimen is easy to miss, and finding a matching second one later is even harder. Silver and valuable coloured stones get more expensive year after year, and nature itself limits their availability, so today's price on these earrings is a fair one. They are set in refined European silver 925, further coated with rhodium - this hard metal protects the surface against tarnishing and scratches, so the earrings need cleaning less often. The French maker's mark on the piece attests to the origin of this silver. The pure alloy, free of nickel and other irritant additives, means even sensitive ears can wear them without irritation.

This pair fits well into a relaxed weekend look: an oversized sweater in grey or ecru, a soft scarf draped over the shoulders, hair swept up to reveal the neck and ear. The blue topaz brings a lift to a muted palette without overwhelming it, and in cooler months it pairs nicely with a wool coat in a similar tone. These are earrings you can wear from morning to night, changing only your hairstyle.