ACCENT/THE MAGAZINE OF L IFE ’S CELEBRATIONS ♦FALL/WINTER 2010

D E N V E R • L A S V E G A S • P H O E N I X

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The first wristwatch, 1810

In tribute to the first wristwatch created for the Queen of Naples in

1810, Breguet reinvents the ladies’ watch in a classic case with a

contemporary profile. The various models in the Reine de Naples

collection radiate a refined blend of expertise, elegance and precious

materials, lending their aesthetic backdrop to an array of horological

complications, art and jewellery. History is still being written ...

www.breguet.com/inventions

Breguet, the innovator.

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As I sit here writing this letter, we are anxiously awaiting the opening of our newly remodeled flagshipstore in Cherry Creek Shopping Center, Denver. Seeing the construction brings me back to thebeginnings of Hyde Park over 34 years ago. Wow, we’ve come a long way!

We are thrilled to share in the newly redesigned store with all of you who have made Hyde Park’s successpossible over the years. Our focus for the remodel was to enhance each client’s shopping experience byoffering the best product selection and customer service, in an environment that is both welcoming andluxurious. We hope that our efforts have served to accomplish these objectives.

Each year, we re-evaluate our collections and look for opportunities to both enhance originality of design,as well as present iconic classic collections. We are extremely proud to introduce several new brands this fall,including Cartier’s Fine Watchmaking Collection (see page 42). We are proud to be selected as one of twocompanies in the United States to introduce this groundbreaking haute horlogerie collection. Ivanka Trumphas also selected Hyde Park as one of her launch partners to showcase her Art Deco-inspired collection ofprecious jewels (see page 24). Perhaps the most heralded individual Swiss watchmaker in history, AbrahamLouis Breguet, also joins our family of extraordinary watches, along with Bell & Ross and Chopard’s LUCCollection (see page 46).

As we unveil the newly remodeled flagship store, we invite all of our friends and clients to visit us. Wehope you are as inspired as we are.

As a valued client of Hyde Park, your comments and feedback are very important to us. I encourage youto e-mail or call with your comments, questions, suggestions and any other ideas or opinions you may have.Please don’t hesitate to contact me by e-mail (mpollak@hpjewels.com) or phone (303.333.4446 ext. 7799).

Please enjoy this issue of Accent magazine. We wish you a fulfilling holiday season and look forward toseeing you soon.

Warm Regards,

Michael PollakCEO, Hyde Park Jewelersmpollak@hpjewels.com

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FEATURES2 Welcome Letter6 Join the Conversation8 Hyde Park Events12 Calendar of Events14 Accent Advisor16 Best Bets20 Red Carpet24 Ivanka Trump: Modern Luxury

Meets Heirloom-Chic26 People: Hardy Girl28 Fashion: From the Runways32 Trends: Take Three36 Interview: Stephen Webster38 Book Review:

Celebrity Watches40 Milestones: Ippolita42 TImepieces: One to Watch46 Anniversary: Chopard

Celebrates 150 Years50 Spirits: Singular Sensations52 Perfect Gems68 Essay: Unexpected Treasures

BRIDAL SECTION56 THE LOOK

What’s Your Bridal Style?

58 THE RECEPTION Ask the Experts

62 THE STORIES Something Old, Something New

64 THE DRESS Atelier Extraordinaire

66 THE JEWELSBeyond Brilliant

ON THE COVERModel Jessica Prater is wearing Ivanka Trumpdiamond rock crystal and mother of pearlPagoda pendant on rock crystal bead necklace;rock crystal, mother of pearl and diamondBubble earrings, bangles and ring. Photographer:Edwin Santa. Creative Director: JAD Davis. MUA:Amy-Chan. Hairstylist: Faizah Husniyah.

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HYDEPARKJEWELERS.COMView our unparalleled selection of fine jewelryand timepieces. Shop an expansive collection ofloose diamonds and engagement rings.

E-MAILBe the first to receive store and product news,event invitations, special offers and more. Signup at hydeparkjewelers.com.

BLOGLog on to blog.hydeparkjewelers.com to get aninsider’s look into the jewelry and watch world,including brand news, trends, event photos andmuch more!

FACEBOOKIf you’re someone who always wants to be thefirst to have the latest and greatest, like us onFacebook to receive news of product arrivalsand brand announcements.

TWITTER@HPJEWELSReceive up-to-date information on product andbrand news, Hyde Park and community events,and much more buzz-worthy messaging.

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EVENTSDenver Health Foundation held their 2nd Annual Hot Rocks Griller Challenge (a fundraiser for men’shealth programs at Denver Health) on June 16th at Elway’s Cherry Creek. It was a beautiful Coloradoevening and the event was a huge success! Michael and Shereen Pollak of Hyde Park Jewelers servedas co-chairs of the event and Hyde Park served as a supportive event partner. The evening involvedeleven of Denver’s top chefs grilling sliders and sides in a heated competition and a great dessertstation presented by City Bakery. Guests also enjoyed live music by Chris Daniels and the Kings anda Pop-A-Shot competition where guests could play to win his and hers TAG Heuer watches, providedby Hyde Park Jewelers. Athletes including Haven Moses (former Denver Bronco and NFL All-Star),Rod Smith and many others joined the crowd, as well as Governor Bill Ritter and former Governor BillOwens. The winning chef for the evening was Troy Guard of TAG, and for the second year in a row,the event significantly exceeded fundraising goals.

Participating chefs included Robert Bogart of Elway’s Downtown, Jamey Fader of Lola and Big Red FRestaurant Group, Troy Guard of TAG, Jennifer Jasinski of Rioja, Bistro Vendôme and Euclid Hall, BrianLaird of Barolo Grill, Matt Selby and Brandon Biederman of Vesta Dipping Grill and Steuben’s, GooseSorensen of Solera, Tyler Wiard of Elway’s Cherry Creek, Elise Wiggins of Panzano, Sean Yontz ofTambien and Sketch, Michael Bortz of City Bakery.

DENVER HEALTH FOUNDATIONHOT ROCKS GRILLER CHALLENGE

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Ivanka Trump is proud to be a founding partner of Girl Up, a United Nations Foundation’s campaign.

Rock Tradition.

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DIAMONDS IN THE ROUGH CHARITY GOLF OUTINGNational and local celebrities, current and former professional athletes, and top business and community leaders turned out on July 12th for Hyde Park’s 11thAnnual Diamonds in the Rough Charity Golf Tournament. The event kicked off with dinner at Shanahan’s Steakhouse on the eve of the tournament, and thegolf event was held the following day at Cherry Creek Country Club. This year’s event raised a record amount for several children’s charities, includingYouthBiz, Inc., Judi’s House and The Children’s Hospital.

EVENTS

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H A P P Y D I A M O N D S C O L L E C T I O N

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PHOENIXBiltmore Fashion Park

DECEMBER 10-11

Designer Event

Featuring Ivanka Trump,Soho and Chanel

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DENVERCherry Creek Shopping Center

NOVEMBER 12-13

The Diamond Event

DECEMBER 10-11

Holiday Trunk Show

Featuring Gucci, Ippolita, Marco Bicego

DECEMBER 17-18

Holiday Trunk Show

Featuring Ivanka Trump, Temple St. Clair, Paul Morelli

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JOIN US TO SUPPORT CARE’S WORK TO HELP EMPOWER WOMEN WORLDWIDE.

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I want a really specialjewelry piece to wear at

my wedding, but the necklineof my gown isn’t right for a

necklace. Any ideas?How about the ultimate bridal accessory:

a diamond tiara! For the quintessential princess bride, werecommend Roberto Coin’s 12 carat graduated diamond tiara. All

Cento diamonds in the tiara have 100 facets; those a quarter caratand higher come with serial numbers. And the best part? Asidefrom looking magnificently regal at your wedding, you can send

the tiara back to the designer after the event and he’ll rework thepiece into a beautiful diamond cuff for everyday wear. Historical note: The tiara trend was

allegedly started by Josephine, NapoleonBonaparte’s first empress. Napoleon then

pushed for them to be worn by the ladies of thecourt as a reflection of his power and taste.

ACCENTADVISOR

I love pearls butworry that they’retoo “mature” for me.How do I modernizea classic?According to Maureen Gribbon Maguire fromMikimoto, many of the new looks in pearls aretotally contemporary and modern. Forfall/holiday 2010, four of the hottest pearltrends are: long, layered, black, baroque.

In fact, baroque pearls are particularly invogue this season. “You’d think there’d be anabundance of baroque pearls out there sincethey’re less symmetrical, but in fact, very fewexist at our quality level, which requires ahigh luster. What’s more, ring settings mustbe custom-made to accommodate thenuances in shape.”

Another tip for updating classic pearls:mix them up! Feel free to combine classicwith baroque, black with white, large withsmall, pearl strands with gold or platinumchains or even with gemstone pendants. Thekey is to express yourself creatively and makethe look your own.

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JOHN HARDY Classic Chain collection 18” multi-row chain necklace with oval stations. QUEEN BABY 3D black CZ pavécrowned heart in sterling silver on onyx beaded bracelet. IVANKA TRUMP Polished oval link bracelet with signature ovalpavé diamond clasp in 18K white gold. JUDE FRANCES Zasha collection sterling silver, enamel and diamond cuffs and rings.

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TEMPLE ST. CLAIR Charm necklace in 18K yellow gold with angel, amulet and blue moonstone charms with diamonds.IPPOLITA 18K yellow gold Rock Candy® Party ring in Green Tea, with green shell doublets and hand-faceted gemstones insmoky and clear quartz and mother of pearl. PENNY PREVILLE Leaf earrings in 18K yellow gold with diamonds. TACORI18K 925 burnt orange Madeira citrine and diamonds set in 18K yellow gold with 925 silver sculpted crescent sides. ROBERTO COIN Primavera Spring bracelets in 18K yellow, white and rose gold with and without diamonds. MARCO BICEGOFrom the Mini Jaipur collection, assorted semi-precious stone bangles in 18K yellow gold.

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BELL & ROSS Military Ceramic, 42mm, matte khaki ceramic case, black dial with photoluminescent coating tooptimize night reading, tinted anti-reflective sapphire crystal, available on rubber or ultra-resistant synthetic fabricstrap, automatic mechanical movement. BREGUET Le Reveil du Tsar, 39mm, 18K yellow gold case, silvered gold dialhand-engraved on a rose engine, sapphire case back, brown alligator strap with 18K yellow gold buckle, self-windingmovement with second time-zone indicator, alarm time and alarm on/off and power-reserve indicators. PANERAILuminor 1950 3 Days GMT (PAM00329), 44mm, stainless steel case and bracelet, black dial, automatic mechanicalPanerai P. 9001 Calibre movement. TW STEEL Renault Formula One Tech, 45mm, stainless steel case, blacktachymeter chronograph dial with Renault Formula One logo, black rubber strap, quartz movement.

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MICHELE Deco Noir Diamond, 33 x 46mm, blackened steel case and bracelet, 108 black diamonds, black enamel dial.OMEGA Speedmaster Chronograph, 38mm, 18K red gold and stainless steel case, diamond bezel, sun-brushed gray dial, alli-gator strap, automatic chronograph movement. CARTIER Captive de Cartier, large model, 35mm, 18K yellow gold and dia-mond case, silvered guilloché dial with sunburst finish, ‘toile brossée’ fabric strap with 18K yellow gold adjustable deployantbuckle, quartz movement. CHOPARD Happy Sport Montre XL, stainless steel case, white dial, 114 diamonds (1.09 ctw), pas-tel blue sapphire, five moving diamonds (.50ctw), white alligator strap with stainless steel buckle. CHANEL J12 Marine,42mm, black sand-blasted high-tech ceramic case, steel notched unidirectional rotating bezel with a blue graduated 60-minute high-tech ceramic disc, matte rubber strap, self-winding mechanical movement, water-resistant to 300 meters.

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With all eyes on her daring dress and bold red lips, Maria Menounos knew that her jewelry needed to complement—not compete with—the rest ofher look. The Access Hollywood host dazzled in classic stud earrings and simple diamond bangles at the 62nd Annual Primetime Emmys.Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony are the first couple of glamour, always chic whether walking the red carpet or walking through the park with

twins Max and Emme. True to form, J. Lo took her fabulous watch to the next level by pairing it with a large link diamond bracelet at the Vanity Fair/Gucci partyhonoring Martin Scorcese. Her linear drop earrings were the prefect balance for her bold shouldered dress, a style that’s everywhere this season. Hubby Marc Anthonywasn’t afraid to mix metals when he wore his wide platinum ring with a classic yellow gold watch. Robert Downey Jr. looked hip and happy for the release ofIron Man 2. Tinted shades coordinated with his of-the-moment plaid tie, and a black on black Jaeger-LeCoultre AMVOX 3 tourbillon GMT was right on trend.

RED CARPET

Glitz and GlamourSTARS SPARKLE IN THE JEWELRY TRENDS WE’LL ALL BE STEALING THIS SEASON.

BY JILLIAN SPRAGUE

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Yellow gold is hotter than ever! It’s the easiest way to add warmth to your cold weather wardrobe and keep you looking good all winter long. As host ofThe Price of Beauty and guest judge during the Project Runway finale, Jessica Simpson knows a thing or two about looking good. At the opening ofThe Casino Club at The Greenbrier, she stood out from the rest of the A-list pack in a stunning gold and rock crystal cuff that made a statement alongside

her gold-accented outfit. Clive Owen was dashing as always at Jaeger-LeCoultre’s party during the Venice Film Festival, where he sported the brand’sGyrotourbillon timepiece. His rugged good looks and traditional style should come in handy next year, when the actor is slated to play Ernest Hemingway in an HBOoriginal movie. Desperate Housewives’ Helena Mattsson wore a sculptural white dress at the Cannes Film Festival, the perfect blank canvas on which to displayher moonstone earrings with pavé diamond accents. With flawless red carpet outfits like these, the Swedish actress is poised to explode onto the American scene.

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IVANKA TRUMP DESIGNS JEWELRYFOR TODAY’S SOPHISTICATED WOMAN.

Ivanka Trump’s foray into the world of fine jewelry has shaken upthe luxury world by taking a fresh approach to design andpositioning. The effortless glamour and modern elegance of each

piece has resulted in a “refined yet unpretentiously chic” jewelrycollection that “pays homage to the past while embracing thefuture”—while remaining true to its motto: Rock Tradition. Thecollection has achieved niche positioning by capturing the attentionof stylish women of all ages who appreciate the brand’s ability toyouthfully reinvent important legacy jewelry. The brand also standsapart because of Ivanka’s ability to relate to a new generation ofyounger females who admire and identify with her ideals.

The jewelry collection encompasses the heirloom-chic style thatis Ivanka’s own. The collection is comprised of approximately 165pieces in platinum, 18K white, yellow and rose gold, featuringdiamonds, onyx, black spinel, agate, pearls and rock crystals. Uniquematerials such as black diamond beads, rough diamonds, shagreen,leather, velvet and carved onyx add excitement and accessibility toIvanka’s signature look.

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Ivanka recently opened up to Accent, providing an intimateportrait of what drives her inspiration and success.

You’re a very busy person. How do you balance your work asexecutive vice president in the Trump Organization with your workin your own jewelry company? Which one is dominant?Every day’s schedule is different for me. I generally wake up, exerciseand read through a copious amount of newspapers. I arrive at theoffice somewhere between 7:30 and 8:00 a.m.—my brothers and Iare always the first ones in. My days are often filled with a largevolume of meetings—everything from hotel design to buildingmanagement to jewelry initiatives to new deal development tomarketing strategy and often, filming for The Apprentice. I try to stickto a very strict schedule and I am never late—this is something that Ilearned from my father. I also try to schedule some time betweenthose meetings to return phone calls and e-mails, as I think that it isvery important to respond to direct correspondence in a timelymanner.

My main focus will continue to be on expanding the Trump brandglobally through real estate and hotel ventures. Additionally, I wouldlike to continue to grow my personal brand in a wide variety of luxurylifestyle businesses including the fine jewelry line, a footwear andhandbag line (spring 2011), my book (The New York Times bestseller)The Trump Card.

What drew you to designing jewelry, and where is the businessheading?My mother’s legacy jewelry collection always inspired me. Andmy love for the classic aesthetic helped propel my vision. Irealized the luxury fine jewelry market was missing a fresh,young design approach—that’s where my jewelry line’s vision of“Rock Tradition” plays a vital role—it’s a modern twist onjewelry’s most important classics.

I am deeply committed to the success of the retail partners—theirsuccess is my success. In October, we launch through Hyde Park inDenver, one of America’s premier fine jewelers. I am thrilled to bepartnering up with Hyde Park; their customer is aligned with my owntarget audience: a smart, sophisticated modern woman whoappreciates quality and craftsmanship.

What type of audience do you feel your fine jewelry collectionappeals to?I wanted to design jewelry for the modern, sophisticated, self-purchasing woman of today. I wanted women to see the jewelry andbe able to buy themselves an important piece of jewelry right away—without asking “him.” My audience is women of all ages, all types—but a woman who knows exactly what she wants and a woman whois not afraid to express herself through jewelry.

What inspired your new collection? Which piece is your favorite?My new collection was based on approachable, wearable designs.Designs you can wear from the office and the boardroom to a dinnerout with friends, a black tie gala or a beach wedding. My favoritepieces are the signature ovals, the tassels and the rose goldcollection. I am very happy that Hyde Park will be carrying all myfavorite pieces from the new and the classic collection!

IvankaDebutsCharitableBraceletIvanka Trump hasdesigned anexclusive braceletto benefit theUnited NationsFoundation’s GirlUp campaign,which raisesawareness andfunds for severalU.N. programs thathelp in-needadolescent girls,preparing them for thenext generation of leadership.The $30 coral silk cord and sterlingsilver bracelet features both the Girl Upand the Ivanka Fine Jewelry logos, with100% of the net proceeds benefittingGirl Up. “American girls are the newglobal entrepreneurs and the faces ofphilanthropy,” said Trump. “I am proud to be a Girl UpChampion.” Girl Up bracelets are available at Hyde Park’sDenver and Phoenix stores.

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Last summer, model and environmental advocate Angela Lindvallvisited John Hardy headquarters in Bali for Alter Ego, a lifestylemakeover show on the Planet Green channel. After several days of

exploring nature and helping to plant next season’s rice harvest, Lindvall admitsthat she fell totally in love with Bali, particularly the preservation efforts of JohnHardy and the Wear Bamboo, Plant Bamboo project.

As it so happened, John Hardy CEO Damien Dernoncourt and theirdesigner Guy Bedarida were equally enamored of Lindvall, whosefoundation promotes sustainability to young people and supports abiodynamic farm in New York state. “She’s a mother, she works, she’s veryreal, the kind of woman who’s my muse,” confides Bedarida. Dernoncourtadds that their new collaboration with Lindvall is a perfect match, sincemany of Hardy’s jewelry artisans are women with families who work fromhome. What’s more, a percentage of profits from the collection goes tofighting the exploitation of forests in North America.

Notes Lindvall, “This collaboration is so exciting for me: I’ve alwaysthought of my environmental work as totally separate from my fashioncareer, but now at John Hardy I can finally combine the two!”

Left to right: Angela Lindvall at the John Hardy compound; theentirely sustainable structure, built from local bamboo; JohnHardy Creative Director Guy Bedarida, Lindvall, her travelcompanion and John Hardy CEO Damien Dernoncourt

Hardy GirlNOT JUST A PRETTY FACE, SPOKESPERSON ANGELA LINDVALL SHARES

JOHN HARDY’S CORE VALUES: SUSTAINING THE PLANET AND EMPOWERINGFAMILIES. BY KAREN ALBERG GROSSMAN

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From the Runways

INSPIRED ACCESSORIZING FROM FALL 2010 NEW YORK FASHION WEEK. BY JILLIAN SPRAGUE

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SECURE YOUR STYLEQUOTIENT THIS SEASON

WITH THESE THREE MUST-HAVE LOOKS.

BY LORRAINE DEPASQUE

There’s a reason that women like Nicole Kidman and Penelope Cruzare consistently atop the best-dressed lists after a walk down thered carpet. And it’s a simple one: They make it a point to know

what’s new . . . and then they make it their own.It’s an easy formula for fashion success, one we can all apply when

choosing our clothes and jewelry. With that in mind, to help you shine thisseason on whatever “red carpets” your busy life brings you (yes, even theschool holiday pageant), here’s a guide to three of the top trends in jewelry.From metals to design to gems, innovation and inspiration are at their core.For rave reviews, be sure to include at least one or two of these as youcontinue to add to your personal jewelry wardrobe.

MIXED METALSThanks to the ingenuity of contemporary brands, there are style optionsthis year unmatched in recent history. Most of the great metal mixes beginwith precious yellow gold, then combine one or more metals, especiallysterling silver, palladium, cobalt, titanium, stainless steel and copper.

Additionally, some of the new designs frequently have layers andfinishes like black rhodium or oxidation, giving the metal’s color even moreinterest. For those of you who want metal contrast but prefer to stay withthe yellow-on-yellow look, some pieces mix the rich hues of high-karat gold(19K through 24K) with paler lower-karat golds.

“Most women today have both yellow and white metal jewelry,” says

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silver and gold plating on a chainof blackened rhodium over sterlingfrom Stephen Webster’s Astro Ball

collection; Aries features blackonyx, Capricorn features citrine

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IMAGINE THE PLACES THEY WILL GO.

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Earrings, ring andnecklaces in 18K white

gold with white andblack diamonds fromPenny Preville’s Black

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Helena Krodel of the Jewelry Industry Council, “and wearing a mixed-metalpiece allows you to wear that one piece with both.” She also notes thatblackened and gray-toned metal surfaces are very important right now.

Michael O’Connor, style expert and television commentator, suggests,“Use a white and yellow design as your transitional piece to build on ajewelry metal color you don’t have much of already. It can even help youstart to build a rose gold jewelry wardrobe if you buy something thatcombines the pink color with yellow or white, or both.”

And layer, layer, layer, reminds O’Connor. “Pair your new piece of metal-mix jewelry with your one-tone bangles, necklaces, or rings. Layering createsa signature look, so even if your best friend happens to own a piece of jewelryexactly like yours, it won’t look the same because you’ll put it all togetherdifferently. Jewelry style today isn’t about sameness, it’s about individuality.”

TIMELESS NEUTRALSThe versatility of black, white and gray gemstones is unparalleled. Theirneutral shades allow them to be worn with everything and often forevening as well as with daywear. And with so many “new neutrals” beingused in jewelry collections, the gem varieties offer opportunity fordistinction.

“Black diamonds are particularly strong,” says Adam Graham,marketing manager of the American Gem Trade Association, “in largeprimary stones as well as in small accent gems.” Krodel agrees, adding thatthe black and white diamond combination is a current trend but also atimeless one. She and O’Connor are both seeing increased interest in graydiamonds as well.

“In the more affordable ‘gray area,’” says Graham, especially for bigcenter stones like those on chunky gem necklaces, “moonstone andlabradorite are strong. You used to see them on the runways in costumeonly, but now these two stones are in many fine jewelry interpretations, too.”

PERFECTLY IMPERFECTA trend that screams individuality is, by its very nature, nonconformist:asymmetry. Crooked metals, irregularly-cut stones, amorphous patterns—these define the newest shape of jewelry. And it’s all intentional. Unlike thedeliberate geometrics of Art Deco or curves of Art Nouveau, the newdesign movement is about jewelry sans shape. Links, for example, mightappear uneven and unmatched, stackable bangles or bands bent-looking,patterns within pendants unfamiliar and gem settings off-balance.

Unusual cuts are often integral to the new perfectly imperfect designs.Baroque pearls used to be the odd-shaped gems we typically saw. But nowdesigners are flexing their creative muscles and often incorporating three-dimensional rough cuts and off-shapen 2-D “slices” of precious andsemiprecious gems.

Consequently, this free-form jewelry has an artisanal, handcrafted look.Ellen Sideri, CEO of New York City forecasting firm ESP Trendlab explains,“Modern designers are finding new interpretations and new approaches tomaterials, finishes and proportions. It’s a new way forward that fits thetimes in which we live.”

Finally, since we jewelry lovers can’t help but think ahead to spring,give some thought to opaque and translucent white gems. Established andemerging brands are already showing great cuts of agate, jadeite andmilky-white moonstone, particularly in statement rings, big-bead neckpieces and gem-drop earrings.

So the question is, will Nicole and Penelope be wearing them? Ourguess is yes.

A bangle from theMarco Bicego Jaipur

collection in 18K goldwith mix of gemstones

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Brilliant designer, devoted family man and self-described “cheeryfellow” Stephen Webster manages to have it all and still remainrefreshingly down to earth. Accent recently spoke to the rock star of

the jewelry world to learn the secrets behind his amazing juggling act.

Describe your creative process, from how an idea comes to you to thefinished product. It has always been my passion to cultivate jewelrycollections that push all creative boundaries, are high on innovation and areunreservedly cool. My love of music has also really influenced my style; ithas been my passion from very early days. All of my work is a reflection ofmy personality. I am fortunate that, selfishly, I have pursued topics andinspirations from my life’s experiences and translated them into our manycollections. Within all of them there is vibrancy. I am a cheery fellow.

Did you receive classical art training? I learned to draw in art school and ithas always been an essential part of the design process. People love whenyou can sketch in front of their eyes and then see the whole metamorphosisfrom a 2-D picture into a 3-D piece of jewelry. I don’t do all of the drawingsthese days as I have a fantastic design team who works with me.

This is your 33rd year in business. When was the moment you knew you’dbe able to make a living doing what you love? When I first began mystudies at Medway [College of Art] I had only one thing in mind: to makejewelry to the best of my ability. I guess I have always strived to be the bestI could be and sometimes that means being a perfectionist. I am involved inevery aspect of the business, from design, to point of sale, shooting the adcampaigns and planning our events.

It seems like you’re constantly on the go, doing in-store appearances andmeeting your loyal customers when you’re not designing. What do you doto relax? When it all gets a little crazy I escape to our house in Kent; it’s thecomplete antidote to London and my hectic lifestyle there. We havewonderful sea views and a big back garden that I’ve started to get involvedwith. (I haven’t actually planted anything yet but I’m very good at pulling.)And even though it’s only an hour and 45 minutes away from London, thepace changes so drastically that it forces you to relax with it, which isfantastic—unless you are trying to get something done...

With such a successful career, howdo you find time to spend withyour family? My weekends arestrictly family time, so we set off toour house on the cliffs and spend theweekend rock pooling on the beachwith my 11-year-old.

Which other jewelry designers doyou admire? I fell in love withDragonfly Woman by Rene Lalique.Something about the combination

of fantasy, myth, use of materials, craftsmanship and sheer brilliance makethis piece my favorite. I’ve always taken inspiration from so many greatjewelry designers and traditions; I try to take traditional themes and createa modern twist to them. However I’d say that mostly my inspiration comesfrom the objects, sights and people around me: the sea, gems, film noir,tattoos, architecture, broken glass, fish bones...

American men seem reluctant to experiment with jewelry; many will onlywear a watch. Any insights on what a guy can do to add some interest tohis look? Over the past few years, men have started feeling much morecomfortable wearing jewelry, so I feel it is my obligation to challenge ourclients to expect and require more from the jewelry they wear. Not since theRenaissance has men’s jewelry been so interesting. Cufflinks are always apopular choice for gifting but we’ve found more recently that men aregravitating towards the bracelet. In particular, the Dragon Skin BeadedBracelets (above) look great stacked up or with a watch.

What has you excited right now? Getting to work with other artists,photographers and creative people.

INTERVIEW

CreativeCultivation

STEPHEN WEBSTER IS AN ARTIST IN EVERY SENSE OF THE WORD.

BY JILLIAN SPRAGUE

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arenas. A rare blend of watch design detail andpop culture, Celebrity Watches is an ideal formatfor introducing collectors and novices alike tothese previously untold stories of legendarywatches and their wearers.

Organized alphabetically by brand, aficionadoscan turn straight to their preferred watchmaker.More casual readers can flip through thecompelling photographs and learn about thewatches worn by icons like JFK and Elvis, as well ascontemporary celebritites including LeonardoDiCaprio and Rihanna.

Film buffs will enjoy reading about the BvlgariSerpent watch worn by Elizabeth Taylor in

Cleopatra, while watchmaking connoisseurs will be drawn to the story ofFifty Fathoms by Blancpain, water resistant up to 300 meters in its currentincarnation. Lovers of history will be fascinated by Omega, whose watches

have been the official Olympics timekeepers sincethe 1932 Los Angeles Games. The Omegachronograph was also the official timepiece of theApollo program and was the first mechanical watchto land on the moon, worn by Buzz Aldrin in 1969.

As author Vincent Daveau thoughtfullypoints out, “Even though such watches obviouslyowe some of their charisma to the personalitieswho have worn them, they are also stars in theirown right.” Celebrity Watches artfully andinterestingly explores the relationships betweenboth varieties of famous faces.

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Above: Humphrey Bogart as seen in The MalteseFalcon; photograph from Celebrity Watches

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On the occasion of her tenth year in the fine jewelrybusiness, we ask Ippolita to reflect back and fantasizeforward.

How do you see the brand evolving over the next 10 years?As an artist, I consider beauty to be an essential part of a woman’s life—itenhances and empowers women, it changes the way we think aboutourselves and how others see us. So I see the brand becoming known foroffering a kind of effortless adornment and relaxed, natural beauty thatwomen can wear easily, every day.

Where do you see yourself in 10 years?My life is always changing, and I have so many interests that it’s hard to say.Of course, I hope to still be designing jewelry because I love the way itmakes women feel; I love that I can have a part in creating joy and self-confidence. But artwork, cooking and travel are all passions I’d like tocontinue exploring. And of course I always want more time with my familyand friends. Bottom line: I hope I can enjoy as much positive change andpersonal growth in the next decade as I have in the past 10 years.

How do you see women evolving over the next 10 years?It’s so exciting for me to see how much women have changed just in mylifetime, so I think that where we might be going tomorrow will be ratherbreathtaking. I’ve found that the most fulfilled women generally have akeen sense of their talents, a passion for seeking growth and newexperiences in their lives, and a capacity for ignoring traditional boundariesand limits in ways that let their lives become extraordinary. That passionand personal courage are things I wish for all women.

What have you learned in the past 10 years?I’ve learned that life is full of surprises, and that the only way to live genuinelyis to embrace these surprises as they happen. My business, for example, hasgrown to be something bigger and more recognized than I ever dreamed. Thishas taught me about the value of persistence and a worthy goal, about how tobalance highs and lows, and about the power and beauty and potential ofwomen. I try to keep my mind always open to gaining knowledge and seeingpossibilities. For those of us who do this, life offers many incredible rewards.

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ROTONDE DE CARTIER SKELETONFLYING TOURBILLON

An ultra-contemporary Cartier movement in which function is part ofthe form. An aesthetic revolution expressed by a movement that also

acts as a dial. A work of art highlightedby a skeletonised main plate andbridges that create striking Romannumerals. Its graphically stunningdesign features the numerals XII, III andIX, which frame the carriage of the flyingtourbillon at six o’clock. The interplaybetween solids and voids reveals amovement driven by a skeletonisedbarrel with a visible spring. It is livingartwork enhanced by a range ofprecious hand-produced finishes:

angled bridges, satin-brushed sides and circular-grained wheels. TheCartier calibre 9455 MC is stamped with the Geneva Seal anddelivered with an individually numbered certificate of origin, whichconfirms that the movement meets the criteria of excellence set outby the Office for the Voluntary Inspection of Watches from Geneva.

Case: 18K white goldDiameter: 45mmCrown: circular-grained, 18K white gold, set with a sapphire cabochonCrystal: sapphireCase back: transparent sapphire crystalWater resistance: 30 meters / 100 feet / 3 barStrap: black alligator skinFolding clasp: double adjustable, 18K white goldNumbered edition limited to: 100 timepiecesCALIBRE 9455 MC SKELETON FLYING TOURBILLON Movement: CartierManufacture, mechanical with manual winding, skeletonised bridgesin the form of Roman numerals, flying tourbillion, Geneva Seal,individually numberedDiameter: 15 3⁄8’’ (35.5mm)Thickness: 5.63mmNumber of jewels: 19Number of components: 165Frequency: 21,600 vibrations / hourPower reserve: 50 hours

CARTIER ENTERS THE WORLD OF HAUTE HORLOGERIE WITH ITS FINE WATCH MAKING COLLECTION.

Faithful to its age old tradition of watchmaking excellence, Cartier unveils a series of exceptional watches with its new FineWatchmaking Collection. In a true reflection of Cartier’s expertise, these watches elegantly combine its legendary creativity interms of watchmaking aesthetics with its undeniable creativity in terms of movement, requiring the most finely honed skills of

Cartier designers, developers and master watchmakers. Last year represented a quantum leap for Cartier. For the very first time, Cartierdeveloped its own watch movements that reflect the brand’s intense and ambitious research into mechanisms. Driven by a rush of creativeenergy, Cartier continues its grand entrance into the world of haute horlogerie with the presentation of five new fine watchmakingmovements and nine new models. This challenge, which calls for technical and aesthetic creativity and exceptional expertise, has resultedin a range of movements that are as rare as they are spectacular: the Astrotourbillon movement, the Geneva Seal skeleton tourbillion, theperpetual calendar, and lastly, the flying tourbillion. Drawing on the skills and excellence of its master watchmakers and designers, thisyear Cartier once again demonstrates that it is a genuine creator of fine watchmaking marvels.

One to Watch TIMEPIECES

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ROTONDE DE CARTIERASTROTOURBILLON

With the Rotonde de Cartier Astrotourbillon watch, Cartierunveils a movement that has been designed and produced

entirely by Cartier master watchmakers.This spectacularly creative and highlytechnical movement is the fruit of fiveyears of development led by the CartierManufacture in La Chaux-de-Fonds. Thisunique tourbillon is comprised of anelongated case, which enables thebalance to fully rotate around the dial inone minute, and the arrow shapedbalance bridge replaces the secondhand. The mesmerizing movement ofthe balance around the dial combines amodern, state-of-the-art watchmaking

movement in an elegant case.

Case: 18K white or rose goldDiameter: 47mmCrown: circular-grained, 18K white or rose gold, set with a sapphirecabochonCrystal: sapphireCase back: transparent sapphire crystalWater resistance: 30 meters / 100 feet / 3 barStrap: black alligator skin (with white gold) or brown alligator skin(with rose gold)Folding clasp: double adjustable, 18K white or rose goldCALIBRE 9451 MC ASTROTOURBILLON Movement: CartierManufacture, mechanical with manual winding, Astrotourbillon,individually numberedDiameter: 16 1⁄2’’ (38mm)Thickness: 9.01mmNumber of jewels: 23Number of components: 187Frequency: 21,600 vibrations / hourPower reserve: approximately 48 hours

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CALIBRE DE CARTIER FLYINGTOURBILLON

The Calibre de Cartier Flying Tourbillon timepiece immediatelymakes its mark as a watch of character. The XII numeral on the dialis enlarged, making it the powerful aesthetic signature of this newcreation from the Cartier Manufacture. Powerful, robust and refined,this version of the Calibre de Cartier watch is equipped with anexceptional flying tourbillon: the calibre 9452 MC with the GenevaSeal. Whereas a traditional tourbillon carriage is carefully protectedbetween the bridges and main plate, the flying tourbillon of theCalibre de Cartier watch has been designed to enhance its visualappeal. It almost seems to float on the bridges, as if hoveringweightlessly above the dial, which gives it greater exposure toshocks that could disturb its operation. This aesthetic choice istechnically risky and requires the master watchmakers to payparticular attention to the design of the tourbillon carriage to ensurethat it benefits from the same level of shock resistance as atraditional tourbillon.

Case: 18K white or rose goldDiameter: 45mmCrown: octagonal, 18K white or rose gold, set with a sapphire cabochonCrystal: sapphireCase back: transparent sapphire crystalWater resistance: 30 meters / 100 feet / 3 barStrap: black alligator skin (with white gold) or brown alligator skin (withrose gold)Folding clasp: double adjustable, 18K white or rose goldCALIBRE 9452 MC FLYING TOURBILLONMovement: Cartier Manufacture,mechanical with manual winding, flying tourbillion, Geneva Seal,individually numberedDiameter: 24.5mmThickness: 4.5mm (5.45mm including the tourbillion)Number of jewels: 19Number of components: 142Frequency: 21,600 vibrations / hourPower reserve: approximately 50 hours

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TORTUE PERPETUAL CALENDARIn this first self-winding perpetual calendar movement to becreated by the Manufacture, two characteristics demonstratethe astonishing creativity of Cartier: the optimized legibility ofthe day and date functions and the originality of the perpetualcalendar display. These features, unique to the 9422 MCmovement, can be viewed through an impressive open-workdial: the days of the week are indicated by a retrograde hand,the date is shown in large figures around it, and the monthand year counter is located at 12 o’clock. A superbachievement in fine watchmaking that runs with exquisitelycrafted details and echoes the timeless form of the Tortuewatch—one of the great Cartier shaped watches designed in1912. During the 1920s, it became a legendary example ofcomplication watchmaking by Cartier.

Case: 18K white or rose goldDiameter: 45.6mm x 51mmCrown: octagonal, 18K white or rose gold, set with a sapphirecabochonCrystal: mineralCase back: transparent sapphire crystalWater resistance: 30 meters / 100 feet / 3 barStrap: black alligator skin (with white gold) or brown alligator skin(with rose gold)Folding clasp: double adjustable, 18K white or rose goldCALIBRE 9422 MC PERPETUAL CALENDAR Movement: CartierManufacture, mechanical self-winding, perpetual calendar,individually numberedCasing diameter: 11 1⁄2 ’’ (25.6mm)Total diameter: 14 1⁄4’’ (32mm)Thickness: 5.88mmNumber of jewels: 33Number of components: 293Frequency: 28,800 vibrations / hourPower reserve: approximately 52 hours

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In celebration of its 150th anniversary, Chopard unveils four newproprietary mechanical movements designed, developed, fine-tunedand produced in-house by Chopard. These four new calibers that serve

as the core of four new models introduced by Chopard lay a major newmilestone, marking the company’s century and a half of existence.

This remarkable accomplishment deserves to be highlighted, since thesimultaneous presentation of four new in-house made mechanicalmovements is an extremely rare occurrence in the field of finewatchmaking, due to the substantial amount of effort and energy requiredto ensure the reliability of these complex mechanisms. Chopard hasnonetheless risen to this challenge in order to celebrate its 150thanniversary in magnificent style by releasing four new mechanicalmovements in 2010: L.U.C EHG, L.U.C 4TQE, L.U.C 1TRM and L.U.C 1.010. Thisquartet of new developments further broadens the already rich palette ofChopard movements.

L.U.C CALIBRE EHG—L.U.C LOUIS-ULYSSE—THE TRIBUTE

This 148-part L.U.C Calibre EHG is a tribute to history, to craftsmanship and

to the transmission of knowledge. It was developed as collaboration

between Chopard Manufacture and the Geneva Watchmaking School, in

order to help the students to create their “school project” marking the

culmination of their studies and representing a major landmark in any

watchmaking career. This mechanical hand-wound movement oscillates at

a cadence of 21,600 vibrations per hour and is endowed with an over 80-

hour power reserve. Driving the hour and minute hands as well as small

seconds at 6 o’clock, L.U.C Calibre EHG is chronometer-certified by the

COSC and also bears the prestigious Poinçon de Genève quality hallmark.

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L.U.C Calibre EHG—L.U.C Louis-Ulysse—

The Tribute

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L.U.C CALIBRE 4TQE—L.U.C 150Associating extreme complexity with superlative finishing, L.U.C Calibre

4TQE is composed of 516 parts! This exceptional multi-complication

mechanical hand-wound movement houses four barrels ensuring a seven-

day power reserve. Chronometer-certified by the COSC and bearing the

prestigious Poinçon de Genève quality hallmark, the L.U.C Calibre 4TQE

shows the hours, minutes and small seconds on the tourbillon, perpetual

calendar with 24-hour indication, day of the week, date (through an

aperture), month, leap year, power reserve, 24-hour indication, equation of

time, sunrise and sunset times and moon phases.

L.U.C Calibre 1TRM—L.U.C Engine One Tourbillon

After this horological tour de force, and in a more contemporary and sporty

vein, Chopard Manufacture has developed and fine-tuned an entirely

original mechanical movement. L.U.C Calibre 1TRM—a mechanical hand-

wound movement—is distinguished by an innovative design inspired by the

automotive industry. In reference to the world of fine cars, the “engine

block” featuring a reamed and sloping plate is engraved with the name

“Chopard.” L.U.C Calibre 1TRM is mounted on shock-absorbing “silent

blocks,” which absorb the shocks, and held in place by three lever-arms

carved out of the case middle. Designed, developed and produced by

Chopard Manufacture, L.U.C Calibre 1TRM beats at a cadence of 28, 800

vibrations per hour and boasts a 60-hour power reserve. The power-reserve

display at 12 o’clock is positioned opposite the tourbillon bridge at 6 o’clock,

shaped like a brake disc. Chronometer-certified by the COSC, this 209-part

tourbillon movement drives displays of the hours, minutes, seconds and the

power reserve.

L.U.C CALIBRE 1.010—L.U.C 1937Last but not least, L.U.C Calibre 1.010 represents a significant developmentfeat linked to its suitability to industrial-scale production. Accurate, reliable,efficient and designed for easy assembly, this mechanical self-windingmovement meets the most demanding market standards of performance,namely those of the Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC)and the Chronofiable tests. Representing the industrial wing of ChopardManufacture and incorporating 207 parts, L.U.C Calibre 1.010 isdistinguished by its crown at 4 o’clock, along with a 60-hour power reserve,31 rubies and a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour. Côtes de Genèveand a L.U.C engraving set the finishing touches to this promising newmovement.

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L.U.C Calibre1TRM—L.U.C Engine

One Tourbillon

L.U.C Calibre4TQE—L.U.C 150

L.U.C Calibre1.010—L.U.C 1937

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‘‘Ialways knew I wanted to do beer, wine and a signature drink atmy wedding,” says editor Kim Schworm Acosta, who married in2003 and asked a favorite bartender to help craft the Schcosta,

a drink melding the last names of the bride and groom. “We were juststarting to hear about signature cocktails in bars, and the idea ofpersonalizing your wedding was gaining in popularity.” Event planners nowhand-pick linens and lighting, so why not take the drink menu beyondCosmos and vodka tonics? With the Cocktail Revolution in full swing andhighly trained bar staff available in almost every city, offering up a bespokemixed drink has never been easier.

The corporate world has caught on, too. At this year’s James BeardFood Awards in Manhattan, classic cocktail Godmother Audrey Saunders

(owner of NYC’s vaunted PeguClub) served a hyper-refreshing Cucumber-MintCreole featuring Plymouth gin,Linie aquavit, dry sack sherry,lemon juice, cucumber andmint. Hush Cocktail’s Erin-Elizabeth Williams recentlycrafted a signature cocktail fora large furniture company toserve at their corporate events(they then bought the rightsto the recipe and name). U.K.Bartender of the Year (2004)Charlotte Voisey even spritzeslogos on top of foamy drinkswith edible coloring.

In this era of carefullycrafted, multi-ingredientcocktails, working with theright consultant is key. If done

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“Especially with high-end cocktails where precision is key, the slightestimperfection can really mess things up,” says Williams. “So it’s importantfor us to be really hands-on at the event.”

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Tips for Craftinga Custom CocktailResearch your mixologist. Just asyou avoid Costco flowerarrangements, you don’t want Tommyfrom the corner bar crafting yourForever Drink (unless you really likeTommy).Think about ingredients. Decidewhat’s important to you: A specificpremium alcohol? Coordinating withevent colors? An exotic fruit fromyour honeymoon destination?Cater to your guests. Whateveryou’re planning, keep the alcoholcontent low, and provide a mocktailversion for teetotalers and kids.Consider the cost. “Short” drinks(with two or three ingredients) will beless pricey and easier to make than10-ingredient “Long” drinks. “If I haveto find a special starfruit fromZimbabwe, obviously that’s going toadd to the cost,” says Williams.

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NOBLESSE OBLIGEThere are guided tours of the Newport mansions almost every day. But toget away from the crowds and truly experience the Gilded Age, spend aweekend at Vanderbilt Hall. Built by Alfred G. Vanderbilt in 1909 andrecently renovated by art collector Peter de Savary, Vanderbilt Hall is nowa 33-suite luxury hotel and private members club in the heart of historicNewport. You can splash in the indoor and outdoor pools, play a round inAlfred’s Snooker Room and indulge in the Vanderbilt Spa. Or devote sometime to viewing the de Savarys’ collection of American Illustration Art, thethird largest in the country. Notably, it includes “Jeanie with the LightBrown Hair” by Howard Chandler Christy, which has never before beenshown in public. As you enjoy a leisurely sail around Narragansett Bay onthe hotel’s 60-foot private motor yacht, it’s polite to nod to the tourists.

SAVOR THE SIGHTSVicenza, Italy is a beautiful cityrenowned for the remarkableRenaissance architecture of AndreaPalladio. Between excursions toview his work, check out thesecharming places. The Hotel VillaMichelangelo is an 18th centuryvilla set in a lush garden ofcenturies-old trees and an olivegrove (the hotel makes its own oil).

Settle on the charming terrace with a glass of Prosecco and strawberries. Theviews, wine and service are perfect. For dinner, head to La Locanda di Pierowhere you’re assured of a warm welcome, an impressive wine list and asuperb meal. After eating, head to Pasticceria Sorarù, right off the mainsquare, Piazza dei Signori. A gathering place for Italian families, it’s famous forplum cake and coffee. Take a table outside and watch the passing scene. Next,near the Pusterla bridge, visit Gelateria Brustolon. Opened in 1927 and stillowned by the same family, this is the gelato of your dreams. Made with onlyfresh local ingredients, the flavors are created seasonally and are trulysensational. Indulge without guilt—you’ll walk off the calories sightseeing.

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THE ROMANTIC BRIDE PREFERSVOWS & VENUES• A European destination wedding • Marrying at a quaint country inn or bed and breakfast • Writing your own vows and expressing your love in front

of a small gathering of family and friends

YOUR GOWN • Fitted with a French embroidered lace bodice• A tulle or organdy A-line skirted style• Muted dusty rose, vintage ecru or antique blue for the dress color or detail work

YOUR ENGAGEMENT RING • An estate ring with engraving and/or filigree work• A natural color diamond in yellow or champagne• A micro pavé setting with a cushion or rose cut center stone

YOUR WEDDING BAND• Two thin eternity bands worn as guard rings • A swirl or scroll motif band• Floral motifs that blossom around your finger

YOUR WEDDING JEWELRY• A wide cuff bracelet featuring an airy Venetian or French lace pattern• Mini chandelier earrings with lots of movement and swing• A bib, choker or antique style fringe necklace

YOUR BOUQUET• Peonies • Roses with sprays

of small tonal varieties• Lilacs

YOUR STYLE IDOLS• Kate Hudson• Jennifer Garner• Sarah Jessica Parker

YOUR FAVORITE DATE NIGHT MOVIES • Period pieces, like An Ideal Husband or Wuthering Heights• Any film based on a Jane Austen novel• Anything written or directed by Nora Ephron

T H E L O O K BY BETH BERNSTEIN

What’s Your Br idal Style?DISCOVER THE DETAILS OF YOUR ULTIMATE WEDDING DAY

To help simplify your search for the perfect wedding look, we have created thisguide for two diversely different bridal styles: The Romantic and TheMinimalist. Have some fun and see which options are most suited to you.

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THE MINIMALIST BRIDE PREFERSVOWS & VENUES• Eloping and then spending a week together somewhere no one can find you• An informal wedding with your closest family and friends• A reception at the penthouse suite or rooftop terrace

of your favorite modern boutique hotel

YOUR GOWN • A long narrow column in silk satin• A sophisticated, cutaway shoulder, knee-length shift dress• A one shoulder sheath gown

YOUR ENGAGEMENT RING • An Asscher or emerald cut diamond with a thin outline of pavé • A brilliant cut diamond with micro pavé band• A simple platinum tension set with brilliant or princess cut center stone

YOUR WEDDING BAND• Side engraved rounded platinum band• An eternity band with shared prong setting• Wide high karat gold band with scattered flat cut diamonds

YOUR WEDDING JEWELRY • Linear earrings with fluidity• Diamond drops• A stack of diamond bangles

YOUR BOUQUET• Calla Lilies • Orchids • A tight arrangement of roses with no other blooms

YOUR STYLE IDOLS • Sandra Bullock • Kate Beckinsale• Jennifer Aniston

YOUR FAVORITE DATE NIGHT MOVIES• Romantic comedies from the 1940s• Movies with memorable lines, like Bull Durham • To Catch a Thief

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Ask the Experts

T H E R E C E P T I O N BY JACQUELIN CARNEGIE

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any women

dream about their wedding day from childhood. You may want to make

those fairytale reveries come true, or maybe you now have your sights set

on throwing a thoroughly modern event. The good news is—today

anything goes!

Some celebrities (and regular gals too) are still opting for traditional

weddings, and there’s nothing wrong with that. But now there are

options. Your dress no longer has to be white, your cake doesn’t need to

be tiered and your bridesmaids don’t have to show up in color-

coordinated ensembles. Today, there’s no right or wrong wedding

etiquette. It all depends on your personal style.

GETTING STARTED You may already have a concept for the big day or just a notion that it

should be something spectacular. But whether your guest list includes

hundreds or simply your closest friends and family, the key to a

memorable wedding reception is uniqueness. Anything that defines

you—your background, relationship or passions—can be used as a

theme. Your favorite colors, food and music should all be incorporated

into the plan for this special day.

Preston Bailey, renowned floral and event designer and author of Preston

Bailey’s Fantasy Weddings, advises: “This is the one day when visions transform

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into reality. Ideas vary from person to person, so no wedding concept is

‘wrong.’” Bailey has created imaginative weddings for such celebrity brides

as Ivanka Trump, Catherine Zeta-Jones and Liza Minnelli.

David Tutera, host of WE TV’s My Fair Wedding, whose clients include

Jennifer Lopez, Elton John, Barbara Walters and Tommy Hilfiger,

counsels: “Invoke the sense of wonder you felt as a child with the

cultivated pleasures of the grown-up world. This blend is what makes a

wedding so sublime.”

Whatever the size of the fortune at your disposal, wedding planners

agree that it’s not the extravagance of the affair, but creating an event with

your special style that makes it memorable.

SETTING THE STAGESome brides know exactly what they want while others are unsure where

to begin. Bailey recommends thinking about your taste: Your favorite

accommodations. (French château or modern loft?) The artists you love.

TRUMP THISWhen Donald Trump married Slovenian supermodel Melania Knauss at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm

Beach, Florida, the color scheme was white and gold. Bailey adorned the ballroom with thousands of

white roses, hydrangea, orchids, gardenias and peonies. At the reception, guests sat at long, white

brocade and lace-covered tables decorated with huge candelabras. The five-foot-high cake was

ornamented with white icing roses. And entertainment included serenades from Tony Bennett, Paul

Anka and Billy Joel.

When his daughter Ivanka, a jewelry designer and entrepreneur in her own right, married media

and real estate mogul Jared Kushner at the Trump National Golf Course in Bedminster, New Jersey, she

wanted an all-white wedding. For the ceremony, Bailey fashioned an oversized chuppah of white roses

and hydrangea, creating an airy, romantic canopy for the wedding vows. At the reception, the tables

were adorned with ivory roses and winter white orchids, flickering candles and crystal ornaments.

GARDEN PARTY Intimate and casual table settings can be just as stunning

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(Degas or Rothko?) The colors and styles you select in fashion and

furnishings. (Vibrant tones or more subtle hues? Trendy or classic?)

Tutera advises brides to “give your wedding a plot. Pick a color

scheme and a theme and keep it consistent throughout.” This applies to

flowers, lighting, linens and glassware.

Celebrity wedding planner Mindy Weiss says, “Your wedding is

highlighted by unexpected details of color. Red is hot right now—and so

is ‘green.’ People are very conscious about the environment and are

selecting a wedding décor that can be recycled and repurposed.”

But rather than following celebrity or socialite trends, stick to what

you like best—be true to your own taste. And don’t forget your partner!

Most grooms defer to their intended, but as Tutera points out, “You’re

about to share a life together. Both of you should be reflected in the

moment that union begins.”

CHOOSING THE FOOD AND CAKEThere’s nothing wrong with offering the tried-and-true chicken, fish or

beef. But many wedding planners recommend serving your favorite

cuisine, whether it’s Chinese, Mexican or

Thai. For a beachfront or

backyard wedding, picnic

foods are a perfect fit.

Once, everyone had a

tiered white wedding cake

with butter cream frosting

and a plastic bride and groom

topper. Today, cakes are as

unique as each couple. For a

truly distinctive design, Sylvia

Weinstock, cake maker par

excellence and author of Sylvia

Weinstock’s Sensational Cakes,

recommends using something personal for

inspiration, like the wedding dress

embroidery or the flowers in the bridal

bouquet. “The best ideas come from your life—

when you first fell in love, where you’ve

traveled, what you collect.”

Another popular trend is to have several

smaller cakes. This gives the bride a chance to serve

different flavors or even to present each guest with a

miniature individual cake. Groom’s cakes, a Southern tradition,

have now caught on. Groom’s cakes are smaller and reference the

lucky guy’s favorite hobby. The cake could be his yacht in

miniature, his sports car or a football-shaped cake complete with

the logo of his beloved team. If you don’t like cake, feel free to

serve your favorite dessert, even if it’s ice cream and cookies!

SELECTING THE FLOWERSTraditionally, bridal flowers were white to symbolize purity and fidelity—

blooms like lily of the valley and white roses were the go-to. But now,

celebrity florists like Mark Held of Mark’s Garden recommend

selecting flowers (and a color scheme) based on what’s in season.

After the reception, Weiss suggests donating the floral

arrangements to hospitals and senior centers. Any potted trees

can be given to an environmental non-profit, such as Tree

People, for replanting.

HIRING A WEDDING PLANNERIf you are a great organizer, have boundless energy and don’t

mind coordinating all the details, you’ll be fine on your

own. Just pick up a copy of Mindy Weiss’ The

Wedding Book for extra inspiration. However, a

wedding planner can give you great ideas and

run the show, allowing you to relax and enjoy

your engagement. “Select someone who

inspires confidence,” Bailey advises. No matter

what kind of wedding you plan, just remember,

it’s an occasion meant to delight—so enjoy

yourself!ROMANTIC INTERLUDE David Tutera set a romantic table fortwo on the lake for the bride and groom

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Something Old, Something New

T H E S T O R I E S BY LISA MONTEMORRA MENGHI

fter dating for about

a year, Ed and I both knew that this was it. I started casually looking at

engagement rings and learning about the “4 C’s.” I began admiring my

friends’ rings and pausing to window shop whenever I passed a jewelry

store. But with so many different cuts and designs, I was quickly confused.

Then one day, after Ed and I had visited his family and were on the

train home, he gave me a huge grin and pulled a small, chocolate colored

ring box out of his pocket. Apparently, his father had slyly taken him aside

and offered Ed his great grandmother’s engagement ring to give to me

upon proposing.

While overjoyed that his family thought so highly of me to offer this

precious heirloom, I was also worried that I might not like it and afraid of

insulting them. Luckily, when the box opened, I instantly fell in love with what

I saw. His great grandmother’s ring is a beautiful Art Deco style yellow gold

band, with a round diamond center stone, a surround of smaller diamonds and

lots of detail work. I stared at it for a few seconds with tears in my eyes, feeling

abundantly blessed.

As Ed and I talked more, we decided that as much as we both loved

the ring, we needed to update it somehow. We went to a family jeweler

we trusted, who said that if we wanted to change the setting, it would be

challenging to find something suitable to hold the center diamond since

it was an old miner’s cut. I scoured the showcases for settings I liked, but

kept choosing ones similar to what we already had. Finally our jeweler

asked the obvious question: Why were we bothering to change the ring if

I already had the design I loved?

This struck a chord; maybe the ring was fine the way it was. Not only

was it beautiful, but within its small circle it held 90 years of love and family

memories. I stood inside the jewelry store feeling way too overwhelmed to

make a decision. I didn’t want to destroy history by changing the ring, but

I wasn’t sure that I could ever think of it as “mine” if we didn’t alter it.

This was all too much to handle, so I finally did what any girl in my

situation would do: I went next door to Starbucks to ponder my fate over a

latte. I was leaning toward changing the ring, but I was also mourning the

idea of ruining a family heirloom. Back in the store, our jeweler offered a

solution. She took two intricate diamond bands out of the case and slipped

my ring between them. It fit perfectly, like it was meant to be. It was as if Ed’s

great grandmother was telling us that we should keep this ring intact, that

you don’t need to change the past in order to build a future.

I like to think that the ring I now wear on my left hand was destined

to be mine. To me, it embodies not only the spirit of Ed’s great

grandmother, but also all that is good, pure and whole with our

relationship. When I look down at it, I’m reminded of many years of love,

life and family. More than that, I see how the past and the future fuse

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T H E D R E S S BY SHIRA LEVINE

MARK INGRAM ON THE MOST IMPORTANT DRESS YOU’LL EVER WEAR

he blushing bride look is not Mark Ingram’s forte.

The high fashion bridal atelier is more about couture with a touch of glam

rock when it comes to the gowns he offers his clients. His well-edited yet

low-key shop is ten years old and replete with those recognizable first

names: Vera, Oscar and Monique. That’s Wang, de la Renta and Lhuillier

if you’ve been living under your grandma’s old bridal frock.

The brides-to-be who come to the nurturing Ingram (with 30 years

in the bridal biz under his belt) are of a special and most stylish set. These

fashion-forward women are looking for something a little out of the

ordinary. They recognize that beading is rather yesteryear, that it’s the

modestly daring fabrics and textures that bring out the inner avant-garde.

Here, Accent shares Ingram’s advice on bridal style.

If beading is out, what are the trends this season? High fashion designers have been using less beading and more lace. The

beaded satin dress is sort of old-fashioned. Textural techniques keep a

dress looking contemporary. The biggest trend right now is what I call

fabric manipulation. It’s about using fabrics in different and unexpected

ways. Also, I see a lot of volume, like fuller ball gown shapes, after so

many seasons of the mermaid skirt. These aren’t in satin, but in

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lightweight materials like tulle, chiffon, organza and taffeta that create

volume without heaviness. It’s about more natural elements—tonal

textures as opposed to sparkles. Jenna Bush wore an Oscar de la Renta

V-neck gown that was embroidered with raffia flowers and matte beads.

What are your rules for jewelry?There are four points that you can accent with wedding jewelry: head,

ears, neck and wrists. Do no more than two of those at any one time.

Don’t do a tiara, earrings and a necklace. It’s too much. Figure out what

works best proportionately and don’t overdo it.

How about a piece of family jewelry?Bring the piece with you when you’re shopping and build your look

around it. There are many different neckline and necklace shapes, so you

want to try everything on together to know what works.

How do you guide a bride who loves a dress that justdoesn’t work for her? I believe in indulging a bride. It’s her once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to

try on the kind of dress she has always dreamed of. Smart sales people

want her to look her best and will slowly begin to educate her as to what

works on her body. This is a very sensitive time for girls. Many of them

bring a lot of baggage to their appointments and I have to figure it all out.

I talk to them and strip things down to the bare bone.

What is the rule for wearing bright white?White is not really an option in my store. Bright white is just not possible

in a natural fiber. Pure cotton, silk satin, organzas and taffetas start from

a light cream and go to latte and blush. I call them the “face powder

colors.” Think about what works best with your skin tone. Oscar recently

showed beautiful mint greens, soft blues and pinks. Vera used charcoal

and lilac. Some girls are even doing black as an accent, for more of that

rockstar look. Pink wore a Monique Lhuillier dress with a black sash.

Which famous woman do you think wore the best gownto her wedding?For me, Grace Kelly’s dress is still the most beautiful wedding dress ever.

It’s classic. A lot of celebrities don’t actually blow me away with their

wedding gowns. Many of them don’t have great personal style, or what it

takes to carry off what those old film stars were able to do.

How do you ensure that the wedding gown andbridesmaid dresses work together? Keep your bridesmaids in the opposite silhouette. If you’re wearing a ball

gown, their dresses should be narrow and closer to the body, so the focus

is on you at your wedding. Also choose opposite fabrics and different

necklines. A distressed, tulle ball gown calls for bridesmaid dresses in

satin, taffeta, or chiffon.

What do you say to a bride who has a mother andfuture mother-in-law in the picture? They both are really important and should be included in the process of

selecting the wedding gown… only if the bride can handle it. If not, try

inviting them for the fitting instead.

INGRAM’S TOP 5 TIPS1. Have the wedding date, season, location and time set in stone before shopping for a gown, and share all the details

with your bridal shop. You don’t need to have an exact dress style in mind, but pictures can help your salon know how you

want to express yourself on your wedding day.

2. Have a realistic budget and stick to it. The rule is typically to allot 10 percent of the total wedding budget to the gown.

There are plenty of beautiful dresses within your price range. Just be true to yourself so you’re not disappointed. (Ingram

offers dresses from $5,000 to $23,000.)

3. Choose a reputable bridal salon by researching and asking for referrals from friends and family. Make sure the salon

has been in business a while and is open during the hours that are convenient for you. Choose a place close to home since

you’ll be going back a few times for fittings. (Near your office is good so you can slip out of work during lunch hour for a

fitting.) Inquire about the lines and price points in advance to see if the kind of dress you want is offered.

4. Don’t bring all your bridesmaids, your mother and your mother-in-law when you go dress shopping. Limit it to two trusted

people who mean the most to you, who support you mentally and want you in a good place. Buying a dress can be a very

emotional and heated time.

5. Don’t come in with an attitude. We’re going to do our best to find you the dress of your dreams.

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Beyond Bri l l iant

T H E J E W E L S BY KARYN D. COLLINS

ROBERTO COIN ACHIEVES PERFECTION WITH HIS CENTO DIAMOND

or generations, the standard for the popular

brilliant cut diamond has been the same: a 58-facet cut producing a

spectacular brilliance that has made it the most popular seller in

diamond jewelry.

But jeweler Roberto Coin, never one to settle for the standard, has

gone the industry one better—or should we say 100 better. His Cento

diamond is a brilliant cut that features a 100-facet cut as well as a flower

shaped pattern inside the diamond. The result, Coin says, is a dream

come true for him.

“The goal was to obtain a diamond cut that had never been done

before. It seemed almost impossible to achieve,” he says.

Coin couldn’t explain why he even embarked on such a

mission in the first place. But the search for this

jeweler’s version of the impossible dream

consumed him and his team. The quest took

them more than two years and cost a whopping

$4 million in research and development costs.

Why so much time and such a high price

tag? “It was an extremely difficult project,” he

says. “Cento Diamonds can be cut only by master cutters. To obtain a

perfectly cut, well proportioned diamond, each [individual] facet has to

be perfect. When you cut a Cento Diamond and you make one error, the

entire diamond needs to be re-cut and you have an automatic loss of value

of five to ten percent. Plus we created a flower pattern inside each

diamond, with each facet reflecting the best light possible.” Each Cento

Diamond is cut from individually hand-selected rough stones of the

highest quality. According to Coin, the majority of Cento Diamonds are

from H_SI to D_IF.

Developing the stone was only part of the challenge, though. Coin

said he also wanted the collection to feature unique settings. “They had

to be special to hold such special diamonds,” he said.

With more than two years of trial and error, the journey was

frustrating at times. But the result has been more than worth it for Coin.

The Cento collection debuted in 2003 and is sold exclusively through

authorized Roberto Coin retailers.

Why did he aim for 100 facets? Coin says it’s all about defining

perfection. “It had to be 100 facets since 100 is the perfect number,”

he said. “One hundred percent is the maximum.”

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Growing up, I was never very close with my grandmother. She wasstrict, corrected my speech and even mailed my thank you notesback to me with edit marks in red pen. But what did I expect?

She was a grade school teacher with traditional values and wanted to teachmy brother and me the proper way to do things.

When she eventually got sick, I’d visit her every week. It was duringthose visits that we started getting to know each other and began formingan adult relationship. I loved hearing stories about how she and mygrandfather met. She was friends with his sister and he was in the service,stationed in Saudi Arabia. His sister asked her to write to him, and they soonbecame pen pals, ultimately falling in love through their letters. After theygot married, she went with him overseas and they took frequent trips,exploring the world together. Through her stories and my own, we learnedthat we shared much in common: our love for romance, art and fashion, anappreciation of the unique.

During her final days, I spent a lot of my time at her bedside. I cherish

those moments with all my heart. When she died, I helped my mom cleanout her apartment where we found some incredible treasures. Who knewshe had collected such beautiful things?

A year later, I celebrated my 25th birthday in Kennebunkport, Mainewith my family. My grandparents had retired there, and we spent manychildhood summers at their house on the beach. On the night of mybirthday, my mom handed me a small box. She said that because it was my25th, she wanted me to have something with special meaning. I opened thebox, which contained a sterling silver cuff bracelet with my grandmother’sinitials engraved on it.

Originally, the cuff had been my grandmother’s sterling silver napkinring. My mother took it to a dozen jewelers before finding one who agreedto contort the delicate piece into a bracelet. The cuff is now my favoritepiece of jewelry—interesting and expressive, just like her. I wear it with loveand pride in remembrance of Gloria, my strong and kindheartedgrandmother, who I wish I’d gotten to know sooner. IL

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