Retro in character and distinctly feminine, this moonstone pendant falls freely at the neckline, right where its nature shows best. The cabochon cut brings out adularescence - with every movement, flashes of blue drift across the surface of the stone, quite different from its steady base colour. In old-time jewellery craft the moonstone was linked to intuition, inner awareness and moments of meditation - an association, not a property, but one that explains well why it keeps returning in jewellery with a retro character.

We chose the stone for this pendant for its even, clear colour, free of the cloudiness that would diminish its beauty. Silver and good natural stones get more expensive year on year, so buying at this price makes sense today. The setting is made of refined European 925 silver, and the French maker's mark confirms the origin of the metal. The alloy contains no nickel, the metal most often responsible for skin reactions, so the pendant can be worn without worry. At 3.9 g, the pendant has enough presence on a chain to be felt, without weighing down the neckline.

A light, flowing linen summer dress in a pale shade is a natural backdrop for this stone - the blue flashes bring life to a simple, understated look and draw the eye to the neckline. It also works well with an open-collar shirt or an unadorned blouse, where nothing competes for attention with the play of light in the stone. The pendant's retro form suits summer accessories - a straw bag, sandals, simple pale fabrics. This is jewellery that comes into its own in the sun, when the moonstone's blue glow takes centre stage.