The cool blue of the topaz in this pendant looks like a piece of winter sky captured within a faceted cut - each facet catches light at a different angle and scatters it into small, sharp flashes. Two cubic zirconias by the stone's crown add a subtle sheen without stealing attention from it. The pendant's modern, clean form brings this shade to the neckline in a light way, without unnecessary visual weight.

A topaz of such a pure, saturated colour is easy to overlook among other stones, and a second equally good specimen can be hard to find later on. Silver and good coloured stones are rising in price, so a purchase like this makes sense today. It is set in vermeil - refined European silver 925 covered with a thick layer of 18-carat gold, which is what actually touches the skin, with compliance confirmed by the stamped V mark. The alloy remains free of nickel, so wearing the pendant carries no risk of allergy. The French maker's mark stands as a guarantee of the quality and origin of the precious metal.

In spring, this pendant pairs well with a pastel trench coat and a silk scarf tied loosely at the neck - the blue of the topaz then reflects the cool, light tones of the outfit. A light-coloured handbag and delicate complementary jewellery complete the look nicely, letting the topaz remain the main point the eye returns to. Weighing 1.9 g, the pendant wears lightly, without weighing down the neckline even over a full day.