The labradorite cabochon on this ring plays with blue, sometimes steely reflections that surface against the stone's dark background with every movement of the hand. This effect is known as labradorescence - light glides across the surface and reveals streaks of cool shimmer as the hand changes angle. The modern, smooth band doesn't pull attention away from this play of light, so the stone stays centre stage. The form is simple and clear, reading well as an engagement ring with a contemporary character. Labradorite has long been associated with clarity of thought and self-confidence.

Every cabochon that goes into this ring is assessed for colour and clarity - what matters is the depth of the reflection and the absence of cloudiness on the stone's surface. Good labradorites are rising in price, and their availability is limited by nature itself, so buying now makes sense price-wise. The stone is set in pure, refined 925 silver, extracted and refined in Europe, and a rhodium layer protects the setting against tarnishing and scratches, so the shine lasts. The alloy contains no nickel or other irritating additives, which matters for sensitive skin. The silver bears the French maker's mark, attesting the metal's origin and the hand that finished it.

Day to day, the ring looks good on the hand paired with an oversized sweater in cool grey and a light scarf tied loosely around the neck. A calm, muted outfit palette lets the stone catch the eye without any extra ornamentation. It suits jeans and a simple shirt just as naturally as a wool coat on a cold winter's day. At 3.6 g it wears lightly, and the movement of the hand while talking or working further sets off the play of reflections in the stone.