Two cabochon-cut labradorites shimmer with a blue, at times steely glow against the stone's dark background. This flash appears and fades with every turn of the head as light catches it from a different angle - while dancing, mid-conversation, or with a simple sweep of hair behind the ear. The dangle form, 3.5 cm long, has a modern, clearly geometric line that pairs well with an exposed neckline.

Each of the two stones was chosen by hand, with attention to colour depth and surface clarity, which keeps the price reasonable at this quality. Silver and good labradorites get more expensive year after year, so buying at this price today makes sense. Rhodium plating protects the silver against scratching and tarnishing, keeping the shine clear for a long time. The material is refined European silver 925, an alloy free of nickel and other harmful additives, which does not irritate the skin. The French maker's mark on the piece attests the origin of the silver. Labradorite has long been associated with calm thinking, inspiration and self-belief - an association, not an effect of the stone, but a nice thing to know when choosing earrings as a gift.

Day to day, they look good with a natural-toned linen shirt or a loose cotton blouse - hair tied back in a ponytail or pinned up exposes the neck and lets the stones catch the eye with every turn of the head. The modern form also suits a simple sweater and jeans, when you want to add one striking point to an outfit. At 9.9 g, they stay light on the ear all day, despite the earrings' big size.