Seven faceted blue topaz stones catch the light with a cool sparkle at every turn of the head. Each facet reflects light differently, and the blue of the topaz shifts from a bright glint to a deeper, richer tone. The pendant's vintage silhouette sets the stones in a delicate rhythm that sits beautifully at the neckline, close to a shirt collar.

For this pendant we select topaz stones with a clear, vivid colour - that's the deciding factor in which stones make it into the jeweller's workshop. This keeps quality high while keeping the price reasonable. Silver and precious metals rise in price year after year, and good stones in this colour are becoming harder to source, so buying now makes sense price-wise. The core of the pendant is refined European silver 925, coated with a thick layer of 18-carat gold in line with the vermeil standard, confirmed by the stamped V mark. It's the gold, not the silver, that touches the skin, and the alloy, free of nickel and other harmful additives, does not cause allergies or irritation. The silver is stamped with the French maker's mark, confirming the metal's origin.

For the office, this pendant works best with a plain shirt and a jacket in a muted colour - grey, navy or beige. A simple cut that reveals the neckline lets the stones fully show off their colour, and the blue of the topaz draws the eye without the need for extra adornments. The vintage form gives the whole look a character that pairs well with classic, office-appropriate elegance. Just add a small pair of earrings in the same tone to bring the whole styling together.