This moonstone pendant catches a blue shimmer that shifts across the surface of the stone with every movement. The cabochon cut doesn't scatter this light into facets, but gathers it in one spot, so the adularescence comes through clearly and the cool glow stays visible from every angle. In older cultures moonstone was linked to intuition and inner focus, and was sometimes kept as a companion for meditation. The simple, organic form of the setting, with its boho spirit, doesn't draw attention away from the stone, and the delicate chain lets it settle naturally along the neckline.

We assess every stone before it's set, checking its clarity and the depth of its shimmer, since that determines how it will catch the light. Silver and good-quality moonstones get more expensive every year, so this is a sensible moment to buy one at an accessible price. The stone is set in refined sterling silver 925 of high alloy purity, free of nickel and other additives that could irritate the skin. The surface is protected by a layer of rhodium, hard and scratch-resistant, so the metal's shine doesn't dull over time. The silver also carries a maker's mark registered with the French assay office, which attests to the metal's origin.

A pendant like this works well in office styling: paired with a plain shirt and a blazer in muted grey or beige, the blue flashes of the moonstone bring the outfit to life without overdoing it. It also works well with a simple turtleneck or a shirt with a small neckline, where the chain shows off the stone at the base of the neck. This is jewelry that wears easily, suiting a looser, boho look just as well as a more understated, office-appropriate outfit.