These dangle earrings with amber combine a modern, understated form with the warmth of a natural stone. Two cabochon-cut amber stones are surrounded by small cubic zirconia stones - twenty-six of them in this piece - and their sparkle forms a delicate border around the honey colour of the main stone. Amber is fossilised resin, so each piece has a slightly different pattern of streaks and glints - as the head moves, light shifts across its surface, and the glow changes shade from bright honey to a deeper purple. The simple, dangling line of the earrings pairs well with a bare neck and loosely pinned-up hair.

For this pair we select amber stones of similar colour and clarity, so both stones in the set look consistent despite the natural variation of the raw material. Good-quality amber is hard to find in large quantities today, and precious metal prices are steadily rising, so buying now makes sense price-wise. The setting is made of refined European 925 silver of high alloy purity - free of nickel and other additives that could irritate the skin. A rhodium layer protects the surface from tarnishing and scratches, so the shine lasts long even with everyday wear. The metal bears a maker's mark registered with the French assay office, which attests to its origin. In old-time craft, amber was associated with sunny warmth and good fortune, which today remains more of a pleasant association than a promise.

This pair works well in an office look - paired with a smooth shirt and a fitted blazer in a muted warm shade, the colour of the amber livens up the outfit without overdoing it. It also suits a simple dress in cool grey, where the contrast of warmth and coolness catches the eye. At 2.9 g, the earrings wear light throughout the day, and the minimalist form keeps the attention on the face.