This vermeil pendant set with six garnets plays with the deep red of the stones at every turn of the head. The faceted cut breaks the light into fine flashes, and garnet has long been associated with fire and passion. Its big form and classic lines give the pendant a clear presence without unnecessary ornament - this is jewelry meant to be noticed, not to shout.

The six garnets were chosen so that the colour and clarity of the stones fall into one calm, even tone - none of them stands out from the rest. The prices of silver and fine coloured stones are rising, and pieces like this are getting harder to find at a reasonable price, so this purchase makes sense right now. The core of the pendant is refined European silver 925, coated with a layer of 18-carat gold in line with the vermeil standard - this gold is what touches the skin, confirmed by the struck V mark. The metal is signed with the French maker's mark, and the nickel-free alloy, free of other harmful additives, lets you wear the pendant without worrying about irritation.

At the neck, the 3.0 cm pendant sits easily against the neckline left bare by a linen shirt or a simply cut cotton blouse. It also looks good with a shirt worn with an open collar, where the deep red of the garnets contrasts with the light, natural fabric. The pendant's classic line means it works just as well with everyday, relaxed outfits as with more understated evening looks. The garnets stay at the centre of attention, no matter what you're wearing.