A minimalist solitaire ring with blue topaz pairs a simple band with a clean, geometric accent on the hand. The faceted cut breaks light into small glints, and the cool blue of the topaz brings to mind a calm sheet of water. The narrow, smooth band doesn't draw attention away from the stone - the whole composition stays light and distinctly contemporary. It's a form that works equally well as an everyday solitaire ring and as an engagement proposal for those who value simplicity over an elaborate setting.

Each topaz is viewed and chosen individually before it goes into the setting - what matters is the depth of colour and the clarity of the stone, and at this very small size and weight of 1.9 g, the whole form gains lightness without any loss of craftsmanship. Silver and good coloured stones are rising in price, so buying at this price today makes sense. The rhodium on the surface of the ring is hard and scratch-resistant, so the shine doesn't fade after a few weeks of wear. Underneath sits pure, refined sterling silver 925 - an alloy free of nickel and other harmful additives, so the skin has no reason to react. The silver is stamped with the French maker's mark, confirming the origin of the metal.

Day to day, this ring sits well with a loose linen shirt with rolled-up sleeves or a simple cotton sweater - natural fabrics highlight its raw, minimalist form. A hand wearing the topaz draws the eye with no extra ornamentation, just the blue of the stone. It also suits everyday meetings, desk work and moments where simplicity of gesture matters. Its very small size means it wears easily, never getting in the way of any hand movement.