Look closely at the snowflake arms. They aren't all the same. Some are simple polished spokes, while others are shaped like tiny, pointed leaves. It's an organic, almost floral take on a classic winter shape, so it doesn't look out of place in July.

These are small stud earrings, shown here in what looks like 14K rose gold. Each earring has eight arms radiating from a central cluster of pavé-set stones. Four of the arms are simple metal bars tipped with a three-prong cubic zirconia. The other four, set on the diagonal, are shaped like small marquise leaves, holding their stones inside the setting. The prongs appear to be white gold or rhodium-plated to better show off the stones.

We make these from 14-karat solid gold, which isn't just a coating. It’s 58.3% pure gold mixed with alloys like copper and silver. This means the rose gold colour is part of the metal itself and won't ever fade or rub off. The stones are high-grade cubic zirconia, which are hard and have a brilliant cut that gives them a fire very similar to a diamond. Each tiny stone is set by hand into its own prongs, not glued, so they’re secure.

• Material: 14K Solid Gold, Cubic Zirconia
• Width: Approximately 11mm
• Closure: Post with butterfly back
• Sold as: A pair

You'd pick this pair if you want a snowflake earring that doesn't feel like a Christmas decoration. The mix of polished gold leaves and sparkling arms makes it more of a "starburst" or "snow flower." It's small, sits flat on the lobe, and has a detail that you only really appreciate up close.