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TRADITIONAL JEWELERS ACCENT T H E M A G A Z I N E O F L I F E ’ S C E L E B R AT I O N S
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FROM LOVE. THE BEST. Created from love, chosen with love. For you, we have combined the best of everything in a ring: the Wellendorff Ring MY HEART is the world’s finest spinning ring. Its red enamel heart serves as a symbol of love on the 125th anniversary of Wellendorff and is only available in 2018. The spinning Wellendorff Ring. The world’s most perfect ring.
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18 Spotted: As Seen On‌ 20 From the Runways 26 Milestones: 125 Years of Wellendorff 28 Auctions: A Good Investment 30 Timepieces: Going Back in Time 34 Traditional Jewelers Watch Report 36 Speed: Racing Against Time
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Model Nicole Volfova (Elite Miami) wears Hueb Apus earrings and ring with diamonds and emerald in 18K white gold. Photography by Edwin Santa. Makeup and hair by Michelle Ortega. Jewelry styling by Jennifer Ferkenhoff.
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Jewelry has been enlarged to show detail. Due to the fluctuating prices of diamonds, gold and platinum, prices are subject to change without notice and may vary depending on size, quality and availability. While we have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information in this magazine, we are not responsible for errors or omissions. ACCENT is published by Wainscot Media, 110 Summit Avenue, Montvale, NJ 07645, in association with Hyde Park. Copyright © 2018 by Wainscot Media, LLC. All rights reserved. Editorial Contributions: Write to Editor, Hyde Park, 110 Summit Avenue, Montvale, NJ 07645. The magazine is not responsible for the return or loss of unsolicited submissions. Subscription Services: To change an address or request a subscription, write to Subscriptions, Hyde Park, 132 Park Avenue South, Winter Park, FL 32789, or by telephone 407.629.7944 Advertising Inquiries: Contact Shae Marcus at 856.797.2227 or shae.marcus@wainscotmedia.com. Printed In The U.S.A. Volume 16, Issue 1. ©2018
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ach spring offers a wonderful opportunity for growth and change. As we begin our 42nd year in business, the Hyde Park family has assessed how we can evolve as a company to deliver value, experience and relevance to our clients—current and future. We have looked at opportunities to elevate our offerings to meet the interests and desires of you, our friends and customers. As a result of this evaluation, we are making significant commitments that I’d like to share with you.
DENVER Our Hyde Park flagship store is being completely remodeled and will feature extensive presentations of our world-class portfolio of watch brands, including Patek Philippe, Cartier, IWC, Hublot, Jaeger-LeCoultre and Panerai, plus the launch of an exclusive jewelry and watch environment dedicated to Chanel. After five years of operating an official Omega boutique, we are remodeling that location to present a state-of-the-art Rolex shop, in a space we’ve co-designed with Rolex experts from Geneva and New York. We proudly look forward to opening this summer. Perhaps the most exciting store that we have ever conceived is an omni-channel engagement ring concept, Engage by Hyde Park. We have collaborated with developers and content experts to create a new interactive journey that will guide couples as they pursue the perfect engagement ring. We invite you to explore our Engage boutique this fall. For a preview of the Engage experience, visit our website at engagejeweler.com.
SCO TTSDALE After proudly serving our incredible clients in Phoenix at the Biltmore Fashion Park for the last 15 years, we
are adding three watch boutiques to the renowned collection of luxury brands in the Scottsdale Fashion Square. We will open Breitling, IWC and Hublot boutiques later this fall at the completion of Fashion Square’s ambitious remodeling of the Neiman Marcus wing.
NEWPORT BEACH Later this year we will complete the final stage of rebranding our Traditional Jewelers store at Fashion Island to Hyde Park Jewelers. While the change is in name only, we feel it’s important to present a consistent image to our clients in all our store locations. We are humbled to continue Traditional’s legacy of serving the Newport Beach community and thank all our Orange County clients for your continued support. There will be more exciting announcements in the coming year, so make sure to check in with us for updates. Until then, we look forward to sharing with you these special additions to our portfolio of exquisite jewels, fine watches and engagement rings.
With respect and appreciation,
Michael Pollak CEO Hyde Park Jewelers Traditional Jewelers mpollak@hpjewels.com
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Behind the Scenes with Designer
LUIS DANIEL PEDROZA
Nature and fashion collided at Traditional Jewelers’ spring photo shoot, to which local artist Luis Daniel Pedroza brought his paintings to life on sculptural canvas dresses created by designer Alejandra Rendon. The vivid colors, exuberant designs and floral references are inspired by the city of Miami, portraying the city’s youthful spirit and vibrant culture. Pedroza moved to Miami just a few months ago from his hometown of Cali, Colombia. And though he is fairly new to Miami’s art scene, he has hit the ground running, pursuing his work with passion and dedication. He typically likes to express himself in two dimensions rather than three, so drawing and painting are his strong suits—although he has dabbled in sculpture over the years. “Painting on canvas or fabric is the technique I enjoy the most,” he shares. “The liquid qualities of the pigment, the way [paint] drips and the way it can be mixed to achieve thousands of different colors go perfectly with what I like to portray and say with my art.” Our concept was new territory for Pedroza, the first time he was able to see his artwork move on a live model. He pinned his designs to the dresses to achieve an eclectic yet dreamy effect—almost as if the birds and butterflies were about to float off of the dress and fly away. With other dresses, he painted directly on the canvas material using turquoise hues reminiscent of the ocean. He drew inspiration from the astounding natural influence in Miami. “The ecosystem here is amazing,” says Pedroza. “I can’t say what I like the most—the vegetation itself or that every single day I run in to a different exotic animal. And when you add the sun and the ocean into the mix, it’s a tropical paradise that is just mesmerizing.” Mesmerizing is definitely a word we’d use when marveling at Pedroza’s designs, and the colors are a perfect complement to the vibrantly colored jewelry from Traditional Jewelers. SARAH STROHL
This Miami-based artist creates wearable art filled with youthful spirit and exuberance.
See more at luisdanielpedroza.com Follow @lpedroza89
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FROM THE RUNWAYS
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Traditional Collection white gold and ruby diamond ring
Kwiat Ashoka Collection 18K white gold diamond and sapphire earrings
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Rolex Lady-Datejust 28 Oyster, 28mm platinum and diamond watch
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Kwiat Ashoka Collection 18K white gold and diamond necklace
Maria Canale Pastiche Collection 18K white gold and diamond ring
Hublot Big Band Unico Completely Transparent 45mm watch
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Hueb Luminus Collection 18K white gold and diamond earrings
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Traditional Allure Collection 18K rose gold and diamond ring
Penny Preville Moderne Collection 18K rose gold and diamond necklace
Stephen Webster Stem Collection mini 18K rose gold and diamond hoop earrings
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WELLENDORFF From love. The best.
A HISTORIC ANNIVERSARY FOR WELLENDORFF’S GENUINE VALUES
all else, the attention to detail with which they have been created. From love. The best.
“If you work with the best and most spectacular materials, such as gold and diamonds, and you employ the best goldsmiths and experts in the field and then give them the best tools to work with, it is inevitable that you will produce the best and most exquisite jewelry in the world.” 125 years after Wellendorff ’s founder first expressed these values, they remain the philosophy of the family-run company. Each piece of jewelry crafted in the manufactory brings this philosophy to life: through the unparalleled quality of these fine creations, the sheer craftsmanship that runs through them, and above
THE DIAMOND W: A SYMBOL OF PASSION FOR JEWELRY Excellence is built upon a commitment to values, an area where Wellendorff makes no compromises. Only 18-karat gold and the very finest diamonds are used to create a piece of Wellendorff jewelry. Every
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detail, no matter how small, is painstakingly fine-tuned; it can take years to perfect a model down to the very last millimeter. This is perfection on a whole new level. And the result of this outpouring of sheer dedication and love deserves a special symbol, which is why Wellendorff adorns its creations with the Diamond W. This has been called the most valuable trademark in the world, not just because of the genuine fullcut diamonds used but also thanks to the values that the trademark symbolizes: faultless quality and endless love.
TWO ICONIC FIGURES OF JEWELRY HISTORY, BORN OF LOVE Love is the starting point and the driving force behind everything the Wellendorff family does. After all, a man wants nothing less than the very best for the love of his life. This is how the house icons itself, and so the silky-soft gold rope and the unique, colored spinning rings became known as gifts of love too.
THE SOFTEST NECKLACE IN THE WORLD Made of 18-karat gold, the Wellendorff rope is the softest necklace in the world and is already considered to be a design classic. Hanspeter Wellendorff spent two years tirelessly researching a way to fulfill the secret childhood wish of his wife Eva: a piece of jewelry that would run through her fingers as softly and gently as her grandmother’s heavy silken ropes. He found a way to wind the hard, precious metal into a golden thread that glides across the skin as smoothly as silk, creating a piece that you can identify even with your eyes closed. Hanspeter Wellendorff lovingly named this rope the “queen of necklaces.” To this day, each and every rope is meticulously crafted by hand in the manufactory.
THE WORLD'S MOST PERFECT RING The second of Wellendorff ’s jewelry icons was dreamt up by Christoph Wellendorff when he proposed to his wife. He had a ring specially made, a colored ring crafted from 18-karat gold that united several very special characteristics. This spinning ring can be turned just like the magic rings from fairytales of old, a playful effect made possible by a carefully integrated inner ring. The brilliant colors of the ring are the result of an impact-resistant yet delicately transparent cold enamel that was developed by Wellendorff. Several layers of this enamel are built up by hand to give the wearer a glimpse at the levels of engraving below, creating an effect as fathomless and striking as the ocean floor. The hand-picked diamonds are also painstakingly set so that they fit securely and shine brilliantly. Now as ever, the Wellendorff spinning ring epitomizes all-around perfection and captures the hearts of women worldwide. It is the world’s most perfect ring. With creations such as these, Wellendorff brings forth the deeper meaning of jewelry that goes far beyond its material value. It is these genuine values that are instantly discernible, even with closed eyes: the feeling of holding something truly special in your hands. From love. The best. This is the philosophy that has made men and women fall in love with Wellendorff for 125 years.
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A GOOD INVESTMENT Paul, Joanne and the $17.8 million Rolex.
TOP: BOB CHILD/AP/REX/SHUTTERSTOCK. BOTTOM: MARTIAL TREZZINI/EPA/REX/SHUTTERSTOCK
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ollywood marriages are not known for longevity, but Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward had something special. They met in 1953 while understudies for the Broadway play Picnic; their friendship intensified in 1957 when they co-starred in The Long, Hot Summer. By the time filming was complete, the public learned that the two were living together. After Newman’s divorce from his first wife was finalized in 1958, the couple headed to Vegas to tie the knot. Ten years later, Woodward wanted to give her husband a special gift. She also wanted to voice her concern about his growing passion for car racing. When she walked into the Tiffany store on Fifth Avenue and saw a Rolex Cosmograph Daytona designed for the highperformance world of motor racing, she knew she’d found the perfect gift. But perfection required an inscribed message: “Drive Carefully, Me.” It is said the engraved timepiece cost around $300. The message must have resonated with Newman because he wore this watch throughout his racing years, and while filming the classic Indianapolis 500-themed film, Winning, in which Woodward also starred. This iconic Oyster timepiece became known as “The Paul Newman” and bore all the patina one would expect from many years of car racing, which contributed to its extraordinary value. Although best known as a screen legend and philanthropist, Newman was also respected in the world of motor racing, earning many wins including four national championships while competing in the Sports Car Club of America series. In 1979 he finished second at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, and in 1995, at the age of 70, he shared a win at the Rolex 24 At Daytona, the oldest racer ever to accomplish that feat. His achievements as a race team co-owner in Can-Am and IndyCar were equally impressive. Newman wore this watch every day for more than 15 years. But one day in 1984, in conversation with his daughter Nell’s boyfriend James Cox, Newman learned that Cox didn’t own a watch. So Newman nonchalantly handed him his Rolex Cosmograph Daytona, saying only, “Keeps good time…” Cox and Nell ultimately separated but remained good friends. When the time came to sell the watch, it was consigned by both, with price expectations of over $1 million (a portion of proceeds would go to the Nell Newman Foundation to support environmental projects). When “The Paul Newman” went on the auction block at Phillips in New York on October 26, 2017, an anonymous phone bidder bought the watch for $15.5 million (after various buyer’s fees, the bidder actually paid $17,752,500). This selling price set a world record for the highest price ever paid for a wristwatch. Newman is surely smiling from heaven. DAVID A. ROSE
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he past decade in watchmaking has been marked by an undeniable trend: the introduction of “vintage reissue” models. Today, many watch companies are offering as many “old” models as new ones, and for companies with long, storied histories, vintage reissues allow them to connect with their roots, embrace their particular heritage and inject new life into the icons of their past. These vintage reissue models have enjoyed almost universal popularity; they mimic groundbreaking style from decades ago, and at the same time carry with them all the luxury, polish and reliability of a modern, state-of-the-art timepiece. While there are certainly many vintage purists who cherish the pursuit of an original, authentic model, there are a handful of reasons why a watch enthusiast might choose to purchase a vintage reissue instead. First, these updated versions may look like their vintage ancestors on the outside, but often what beats inside them is an updated movement. Modern movements are easier to service and less prone to malfunction. In many cases, modern reissues utilize automatic movements (an automatic movement is one in which a watch’s mechanical movement is wound automatically by a weighted rotor that moves with the motion of the wearer’s wrist). Depending on the design of the original, many companies have found ways to incorporate a date function into the dial’s layout. Last, many vintage watches seem small by today’s standards, so brands have increased the size of their vintage reissues by a few millimeters. Another primary reason why vintage reissues are so desirable is their lower cost when compared to many vintage models. In some cases, the original vintage versions of these watches are so rare and coveted that they’re either prohibitively expensive, or in some cases, simply unavailable no matter the budget. So vintage reissues allow watch enthusiasts access to iconic designs at a fraction of the cost. There’s also a much lower cost of ownership of a vintage reissue piece; they’re covered by warranty if bought from an authorized dealer, and there’s no fear of purchasing a watch that has been altered in any way.
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Vintage reissues allow watch companies to connect with their roots and embrace their particular heritage.”
No manufacturer has led the way with vintage reissues like Tudor. Perhaps because the brand was not sold in the US between 2004 and 2013, Tudor chose to re-enter the market with the Heritage Collection, a line that reminded its audience of the iconic sport models that the brand released in the ’60s and ’70s. Back then, many of the components of a Tudor watch were made directly by Rolex; today, the brand remains linked to the world’s most famous watchmaker, but Tudor has become a powerhouse in its own right. Tudor’s offerings are still held to a similarly high standard as Rolex’s, but the brand started to produce manufacture movements on its own in 2015. As a result, its product line is a remarkable marriage of modern watchmaking and vintage styling.
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hough vintage Tudor Submariners remain in demand, Tudor waited until 2012 to reinterpret its iconic dive watch with the Black Bay and Pelagos references. Both models echo the design codes of the Tudor Subs from the 1960s and 1970s. Subsequent editions of the Black Bay added various colors and case materials to the line, including the Black Bay Bronze launched in 2016, and the two-tone Black Bay Steel and Gold, which launched last year at Baselworld. With the global cult following that the Black Bay has amassed since 2012, it’s easy to forget that the very first splash Tudor made in the vintage reissue market was with the Heritage Chrono. The style, released in 2010, is a modern take on the Tudor Oysterdate Chronograph from 1971, nicknamed the “Monte Carlo.” The update featured an automatic movement— virtually a necessity in a modern sport watch. There are smaller updates as well: the two subdials are reversed; the bezel markings now allow for the watch to be used as a GMT (the original bezel featured a tachymeter); the indices are painted with Superluminova instead of Tritium. The styling of the Heritage Chrono, particularly the “homeplate” dial, recreates the feeling of a vintage watch, but with modern updates.
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hese two models are master examples of how to nail a vintage reissue. The movements have been upgraded to automatic movements with 45-hour power reserves, and the sizes have been slightly increased, though their yellowed markers and case design suggest that they might be watches passed down by a grandfather. Like the originals, however, these two reissue models were made in limited quantity; fewer than 1,000 of the European version and fewer than 400 of the American edition were produced. IWC has a long history of creating definitive pilot’s watches, and its vintage reissues definitely tap into this heritage. An IWC reissue that’s worth noting is the Portugieser Hand-Wound Eight Days 75th Anniversary Edition. Based off a design originally created in 1939, this reissue cements IWC’s tendency to produce large watches (both the original and the reissue clock in at 43mm), and the elegance of its older timepieces. With a stylish Art Deco design, this watch houses IWC’s modern Calibre 59215, featuring a massive power reserve of almost 200 hours. The original model, which was so large because it borrowed a movement from a pocket watch, certainly did not offer that level of reliability! Somehow in this reissue, IWC found a way to make a modern watch that looks 75 years old; even the added date window looks as if it could have been part of the original design. This watch comes in two case materials—steel with a dark dial and red gold with a cream dial—which are limited to 750 pieces and 175 pieces, respectively.
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he reissue that garnered the most buzz recently was the TAG Heuer Autavia. In early 2016, TAG Heuer announced the “Autavia Cup,” an online competition allowing TAG Heuer fans to vote on the design of a historic Autavia reissue. The voting began at Baselworld 2016, and offered fans 16 different versions of the Autavia from which to choose. In the end, the fans chose the Autavia 2446 Mark 3, a design from 1966 known as the “Rindt” Autavia after Austrian Formula One world champion Jochen Rindt. Original versions of this watch have been known to sell at auction for tens of thousands of dollars, so this reissue allows many TAG Heuer fans to have access to a watch they likely would never be able to afford. Like many other major manufactures, TAG Heuer increased the case size to 42mm (the original was 38mm) and added a newly designed automatic movement, the Heuer-02 Chronograph Calibre. The new design also added a date window in the bottom subdial. With its vintage styling and historic fan-involved development, the 2017 TAG Heuer Autavia sets the bar high for what a company can accomplish with a vintage reissue. These four brands stand as remarkable examples of how a watch manufacture can strive to produce new, cutting-edge designs, but also look to its past for inspiration. When you consider what these brands all have in common—a long history of iconic design, a distinctive vision for what they want their watches to be and a reputation for building reliable, impressive movements—it’s no wonder why these vintage reissues are in such demand. Decades down the line, these timeless designs will become the next timepieces for collectors to covet.
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REPORT
OUR TOP WATCH PICKS FOR HIM & HER
Audemars Piguet
Cartier
Jaeger-LeCoultre
for him Breitling
Baume & Mercier
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore 42mm stainless steel, slate gray dial, water resistant to 100 meters. Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris 41mm stainless steel, black and white luminescent dial, water resistant to 100 meters. Cartier Santos Steel and yellow gold, silvered opaline dial, water resistant to 100 meters. Breitling Navitimer 08 43mm gold case, brown dial, water resistant to 30 meters. Baume & Mercier Clifton 44mm polished steel, silver sandblasted dial, water resistant to 50 meters.
Panerai
Hublot
Rolex
for her Patek Philippe
Cartier
Panerai Luminor Due 38mm polished steel, ivory with blue numerals, water resistant to 30 meters. Rolex Lady-Datejust 28mm Oyster, steel, white gold and diamonds, water resistant to 100 meters. Hublot Big Bang 38mm satin-finished, polished black ceramic, quartz movement, water resistant to 100 meters. Patek Philippe Nautilus 32mm, golden dial with rose gold case, quartz movement, water resistant to 60 meters. Cartier Panthère de Cartier 27mm stainless steel and diamond, steel bracelet, water resistant to 30 meters.
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that race at the 24 Hours of Le Mans; manufacturers like Ferrari, Corvette, Porsche and Ford GT use this class as a proving ground for their street car market); and the “GTD” GT Daytona (makers such as Acura, Audi, BMW, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Lexus, Mercedes and Porsche modify their street cars to meet FIA GT3 technical specifications). This year marked the 56th running of this iconic event. Since the late Dan Gurney won the first race in 1962, each year has presented its own brand of drama. A 24-hour race in Florida in the month of January can present racers with various handicaps: fog or rain, mechanical problems, and driver fatigue, all of which can make for a very exhilarating event. Rolex became title sponsor for the race in 1991, and since then, a motivating factor for drivers has been the desire to go home with a Rolex timepiece. All winners of the race are awarded a Rolex Cosmograph Daytona in two-tone steel and yellow gold. Engraved on the back: “Rolex 24 Daytona 2018 Winner.” In fact, the Rolex name is so synonymous with this event that many refer to the race simply as “The Rolex.” DAVID A. ROSE
elebrated as the annual event that signals the start of a new racing season, the Rolex 24 At Daytona is more than just a twice-round-the-track race. For drivers and fans, it’s the Super Bowl and the World Series combined, a race featuring the best international drivers from Formula 1, IndyCar, NASCAR and other series who find themselves teamed up with drivers they don’t normally race. Among this year’s lineup: Formula 1 world champion Fernando Alonso, a Spaniard in his first endurance race, and F1 driver Lance Stroll from Canada. Former F1 drivers who raced: Juan Pablo Montoya from Colombia, Bruno Senna from Brazil, Paul di Resta from Great Britain and Pedro Lamy from Portugal. For those unfamiliar with this form of racing: IMSA (International Motor Sport Association) is the sanctioning body of the series that will hold 12 races this year (11 in the US, one in Canada). With three classes of cars competing simultaneously at top speeds, the excitement is intense. The three car classes are the “P” Prototype (the fastest and most technologically advanced cars on the track); the “GTLM” (sharing technical regulations with the GT cars
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The ROLEX 24 At Daytona is not your ordinary car race.
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BOLD GEMS AND NATURE’S ELEMENTS COME ALIVE IN MODERN WORKS OF ART. Photography and creative by EDWIN SANTA Art by LUIS DANIEL PEDROZA Clothing designed by ALEJANDRA RENDON Makeup and hair by MICHELLE ORTEGA Jewelry styling by JENNIFER FERKENHOFF
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Goshwara Gossip collection emerald-cut London blue topaz earrings with diamonds in 18K yellow gold. Gossip collection rings with various gemstones and diamonds in 18K yellow gold. Gossip collection bracelet with emerald-cut garnet and diamonds in 18K yellow gold. Rock n Roll collection multicolor sugar loaf bracelet with diamonds in 18K yellow gold.
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Roberto Coin Sauvage PrivĂŠ collection diamond collar, rings and bangles in 18K white gold.
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Roberto Coin Sauvage Prive’ collection diamond, black jade and green malachite rings and bangles in 18K rose gold.
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Maria Canale Pyramid collection bangle and ring with black onyx and diamonds in 18K yellow gold.
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Goshwara Gossip collection emerald-cut London blue topaz choker with diamonds in 18K yellow gold. Gossip collection London blue topaz bracelet and rings with diamonds in 18K yellow gold. Gossip collection emerald-cut London blue topaz and peridot earrings in 18K yellow gold.
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Marco Bicego Jaipur collection earrings, necklace and rings with mixed gemstones in 18K yellow gold. Paradise collection necklace (worn as bracelet) and bracelet with mixed gemstones in 18K yellow gold. Masai collection diamond station bracelet, Jaipur Link collection bracelet and Marrakech collection bracelet all in 18K yellow gold.
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ORIGINATOR OF CULTURED PEARLS TO LEGENDARY JEWELER
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ince 1893, Mikimoto has celebrated the natural beauty, exceptional quality and timeless elegance that define the originator of the world’s finest cultured pearls. This year marks its 125th anniversary, a time to reflect and look to the future, ushering in a new chapter of the Mikimoto brand. When founder Kokichi Mikimoto successfully created the world’s first cultured pearl, he continued to innovate and develop new techniques and designs, rivaling those of his European contemporaries. At the 1937 International Exposition in Paris, he unveiled the Obidome Kimono Sash Clip. With exquisite detail and Art Deco style, adorned with Akoya cultured pearls and precious stones, it demonstrated a novel versatility. Its 12 interchangeable settings allowed the disassembling and reassembling of parts to form completely different pieces, including a brooch, rings and hair ornaments. To celebrate 125 years, Mikimoto proudly revisits this classic, vintage design and introduces the Yaguruma collection, featuring a belt, bracelet and pendants.
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Recently shown in Geneva, one of this season’s highlights is the Praise to Nature collection. Its exquisite craftsmanship is the embodiment of a song of praise to the glory of the natural world. Fantastic gemstones— diamond, emerald, pink and blue sapphire, and aquamarine—appear throughout the new collections, dancing in a festival of color. In Kokichi Mikimoto’s pioneering spirit, the house’s spectacular pearl collections continue to pay homage to natural origins and evolve with High Jewellery. “2018 is an important year that marks a pivoting point and clear transition to focusing more on High Jewellery, notably nonpearl jewelry,” says Yugo Tsukikawa, senior vice president of marketing and brand strategy, Mikimoto America. Outlining its future, Mikimoto extends its expertise and creativity to brand-new luxury gifts: photo frames in Akoya cultured pearl and diamond, thoughtfully designed in a lacework pattern, as well as radially cut mother of pearl. Both lines signify the next step for the lustrous pearl house, as its luxury offering extends globally and beyond jewelry, growing to meet the demands of today’s customer.
MIKIMOTO celebrates its 125th anniversary.
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weddings DEEP V Slims round faces, works well on small to medium chests. Fill the frame with a lariat necklace, or go for contrast with a choker.
Stephen Webster Magnipheasant collection diamond feather necklace in 18K white gold
BEST DRESSED Styles to make every bride sparkle.
HIGH Camouflages broad shoulders, wows on taller women. Bring focus to hands and wrists with a right-hand ring or bold cuff.
Traditional Jewelers Reserve collection diamond cuff in 18K white gold
BOATNECK Flatters small chests. Choose drop earrings that graze the exposed shoulders, or long layering necklaces that dip well below the neckline.
Roberto Coin Cento Dahlia convertible diamond earrings in 18K white gold
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Choose jewelry to complement your neckline.
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April 2018
Know Your Diamond COLOR GRADE
CLARITY GRADE
CUT GRADE
CARAT WEIGHT
Look for diamonds graded by GIA, the creator of the 4Cs. Learn more at 4Cs.GIA.edu
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RING IN THE NEWS How to prep your new stunner for its first selfie.
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TO KEEP YOUR RING SPARKLING LONG AFTER ITS SOCIAL MEDIA DEBUT: Clean it every few days using a formula that’s safe for your specific stone and metal type. Buy specially formulated cleaners directly from your jeweler. Steer clear of abrasive “household hacks” like toothpaste, lemon juice or pure ammonia.
Be careful about when and where you wear your ring. Leave it in your jewelry box while cleaning, cooking, and hitting the beach or pool, which can expose it to damaging chemicals, oils or forces that can bend the setting or chip the stone.
It’s also best not to wear your ring while applying lotions, makeup, hairspray or perfumes, which can leave your jewelry covered in dulling residue. Consider a “last on, first off” rule for for all of your jewelry, bridal and otherwise.
ou keep staring at the ring on your finger, watching it sparkle in the light. It finally happened! The partner you want to spend the rest of your life with has slipped the ring of your dreams on your hand. It’s all so exciting. Once the shock has worn off, it’s time to let your friends and family in on the exciting news. You know everyone will be dying to see what the ring looks like, so posting a hand selfie to Instagram or Facebook is a must. First, make sure your ring is clean and sparkling (see tips at left). Then get a manicure in a seasonally appropriate hue or a never-fail shade of nude. Choose a background that will let your hand and your ring stand out: nothing too bright or busy. Sunlight will ensure your stone sparkles its brightest. Try a few different angles until you’ve captured your hand and ring looking their absolute best. Lastly, compose a caption that captures your feelings, maybe with a fun hashtag to boot. We love Ashlee Simpson’s #hedidgood, or the classic #isaidyes.
By Kristie Nicolosi, president and CEO of The Kingswood Company. As an expert on jewelry care and cleaning, Nicolosi has offered contributions to a variety of publications, including Martha Stewart Weddings and The Knot.
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Brilliant beyond compare.™
Every Fire & Ice diamond is cut to a standard even more precise than required for the 0000 AGS Ideal cut grade it receives. The image the Fire & Ice diamond produces with American Gem Society ASET ensures each diamond is cut to maximize Brilliance, Scintillation and Fire. Fire & Ice: Scientifically Brilliant: Verified by the American Gem Society
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Jwaneng diamond mine, Botswana
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Felicity in cap and gown, Hollins University graduation 2017
eing from the small diamond mining town of Jwaneng in Botswana, Felicity was raised with an understanding of and appreciation for the Diamond Industry’s role in her country’s economy. What she did not expect was the integral role it would play in her educational career. Felicity’s parents were active advocates for the importance of education, and she grew up thinking that learning was fun. That enthusiasm and commitment led her to be awarded a Botswana Top Achievers Scholarship, supported by the Diamond Empowerment Fund (DEF), which gave Felicity the opportunity to attend a university in America. As Michael Pollak, a DEF board member and Hyde Park Jewelers president, explains, “Helping young people from diamond mining countries like Botswana become the next generation of leaders in their own communities is core to DEF’s mission.” Upon graduating from Hollins University in Roanoke, Virginia, Felicity received a Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry with honors. She plans to work in a research lab before attending medical school with the goal of becoming a research doctor. “I see the value in helping people on an individual level as well as on a larger scale,” she says. Her end goal is to start her own research lab in Botswana to help develop new ways of treating disease and handling the health crisis. “Without the Botswana Top Achievers scholarship,” she says, “I wouldn't have been able to attend college in America. Being from Botswana, I am grateful for the role diamonds have played in who I am today, and the woman I’ll be in the future.”
Felicity speaking at the Diamonds Do Good Awards in Las Vegas, 2017
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EARNED
INDULGENCES World-class destinations for celebrating life’s milestones.
COLLEGE GRADUATION
Explore Greece like a local at Poseidonion Grand Hotel in Spetses.
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hen you’re celebrating one of the major achievements in life, the traditional country club dinner or beach vacation just won’t do. Whether you’re about to embark upon your adult life or saying goodbye to your working days, these are the times to mark the occasion with a unique and luxe experience. JULIANNE PEPITONE
ccessible only by sea, Spetses requires extra travel effort but is worth every minute. This exclusive island is a favorite for Athenians with means, and it offers options for myriad interests: visit historical naval sites, see the island by horse and carriage, or hop on a boat for waterskiing and sailing in the Aegean. After a day of exploring, grab your grad group and retire to the century-old Poseidonion Grand Hotel; its impressive Côte d’Azur-style architecture makes the spot a landmark on the Spetses skyline. Six can stay comfortably in the Royal Suite, which features three bedrooms, a separate living and dining area, and a private terrace. Wander downstairs to one of the two on-site restaurants offering gastronomy lovers the best tastes on the island, or enjoy an al fresco experience at the organic farm. The grounds include an open-air cinema, salon, spa, art gallery and many more ways to while away the heady days before entering the “real world.” poseidonion.com
RETIREMENT
Indulge and unwind at Remède Spa at the St. Regis Aspen.
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25TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY Venture out on a Botswana safari at &Beyond Xudum Okavango Delta.
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ark 25 years of love, laughter and memories by going wild on an African safari. Botswana’s &Beyond Xudum is a private spot with only nine rooftop suite hideaways available. The property, which lies within a 672,000-acre wildlife concession, overlooks a seasonal lagoon and features several twisty canals. Each suite offers a dramatic panoramic view of the surrounding wilderness…but you’re here to see it up close! So staffers are happy to set up lodge experiences like guided bush walks, helicopter flights, motorized boat excursions and horseback safaris to help you explore the Okavango Delta area from different perspectives. Wildlife in this area includes elephants, large buffalo herds, tsessebes, hippos, lions, leopards and roan antelopes, not to mention 450 bird species. Once you’ve had your fill of safari, &Beyond Xudum is a lovely place to retreat at night with its unique upcycled objects amid luxe design; a playful tractor tire swing somehow seems at home alongside lush comfortable couches. The overall effect is one of earthy glamour, and the space
is a lovely change of pace at the end of a fruitful but busy day on the plains. andbeyond.com
fter spending decades at the office, you deserve to start your work-free life at Remède Spa, named the world’s best hotel spa by Travel + Leisure. Located inside the tony St. Regis Aspen, Remède is dedicated to après-ski indulgence at every turn: Champagne and truffle turndowns, ultra-cozy throws and a host of customized spa treatments (the comprehensive spa menu is centered around bespoke facials, massages and body rituals designed specifically for each guest’s needs). Options include the signature Remède Customized Bath, a relaxing soak incorporating minerals, essential oils, herbs and natural aromatherapeutic humectants like neroli, juniper, oat milk and honey ($75 for a 30-minute treatment). The 15,000-squarefoot spa includes 15 treatment rooms, one couples room, warm and cold plunge pools, a confluence pool and waterfall, oxygen lounge, vapor caves and more. Even better: Remède staffers are dedicated to surpassing guests’ expectations, with attentive service that’s never stuffy or pretentious. starwoodhotels.com/stregis
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Perfect
GEMS
Explore the little luxuries the world has to offer. BRIAN SCOTT LIPTON
FLY STYLE The Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Private Jet program allows travelers to fulfill their most extraordinary travel dreams aboard a custom-designed aircraft, while enjoying personalized service every step of the way. Among the special itineraries set for 2019 are the “Latin Escape,” a 16-day adventure for those looking to explore the most exciting natural and cultural offerings of Central and South America (pictured above); “International Intrigue,” which includes visits to Asia, Africa and Europe; and “Timeless Encounters,” taking guests on a three-week journey across four continents, beginning in lush Kona, Hawaii, then visiting Bali, Australia, Dubai and Prague before concluding in London. Guests can tailor trips to their interests, discovering authentic flavors and connecting with local cultures and communities without the added stress of planning air travel, ground transportation, special excursions, meals or luxurious accommodations, as all are arranged through Four Seasons hotels and resorts. A bon voyage, indeed!
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COME SEA ABOUT ME
James Bond might never give up his Aston Martin, but if 007 had to escape by sea, he’d definitely choose the new Hinckley Dasher. Designed by Michael Peters, this sleek 28-foot yacht was built from the ground up for electric propulsion and can reach speeds up to 23 knots. Better still, it features 3D-printed components, like various hardware styled in brushed titanium, as well as “artisanal” teak: faux wood that’s immune to the elements and was hand painted to look like grain-matched teak trim. Clever details include hidden cup holders that slide out with a tap and a windshield that lowers electronically so the driver can converse with passengers seated in the bow. Naturally, the boat’s proprietary touchscreen navigation and digital switching system is as discreetly integrated as everything else. Even Dr. No would say yes to this glorious craft.
If you want a unique photo op in the middle of Times Square, forget the bright lights outside and head inside the beautiful new Luma Hotel Times Square. It has recently introduced Alina, Manhattan’s first hotel robot butler, and encourages its guests to share pictures with the three-foot-tall machine as part of an Instagram initiative (by tagging @lumahoteltimessquare and using the hashtags #AlinaMoments and #RelayRobot). What makes Alina, who was created by Savioke, Inc., so unusual is that she uses advanced technology to fulfill and deliver guest requests directly to Luma’s 130 guestrooms. Designed to travel at a human walking pace, she can independently navigate between floors, even calling the hotel elevator when necessary. This takes room service to a whole new level.
GO FIGURES
Following up on their acclaimed Flora and Fauna books, Patrick Mauriès and Évelyne Possémé’s latest volume, Figures & Faces: The Art of Jewelry (Thames & Hudson), is devoted to the splendid jewelry collection of the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris. This newest tome offers 120 photographs of striking and witty works of art, and focuses on jewelry inspired by the human figure and face from the Byzantine era through the medieval and Renaissance periods and beyond. Among the artists celebrated by photographer Jean-Marie del Moral are René Lalique, Alphonse Fouquet, Pablo Picasso, Alberto Giacometti, Jean Lurcat, Line Vautrin and Claude Lalanne.
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MAKING IT PERSONAL
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or solitary, all big trends on spring ’18 runways. We layer, stack, mix and match. We wear message jewelry, initial pendants, signet rings and custom-engraved everything. We choose unusual gems, exploded color, mixed metals and novelty charms. We go retro or modern, organic or geometric, bold or delicate. We look for the unconventional, the spiritual, the artisan-crafted. These days, there’s no wrong choice when seeking to convey one’s authentic self. (When my mother asks me if what she’s wearing is “in style,” I respond that if she likes what she sees in the mirror, if she feels like herself, then it’s in style.) As a college freshman, I suddenly got the notion to see if my little ID bracelet still fit. It did. I began to wear it all the time, a golden reminder of my individuality, my loving family and the new paths my life was taking. Then one day, the bracelet fell off my wrist, lost forever in the grasses of time. I was crushed, guilt-ridden for not taking better care of it. Perhaps there was something about that chapter in my life, a period of questioning and discovery and change, that made me yearn for the comfort and inspiration of that little bracelet. I mourn its loss, yet my journey of self-affirmation continues, as does my ability to express myself with all manner of fabulous jewelry. LAURIE SCHECHTER
hen I was three, I received a tiny gold ID bracelet as a gift from my grandmother. The occasion, I recall, was the birth of my baby brother; the bracelet: a 14K gold delicate curved corner nameplate on a gold link chain scattered with soldered hearts. My name, Laurie Sue, was engraved in beautiful script. I believe that with this gift, my father’s mother wanted to tell me that despite the fuss over my newborn brother, I remained significant, uniquely me. I wore it on special occasions throughout my childhood, abandoning it as I got older though its message resonated through the years. Fashion is now in a new moment of personalization. A recent study by McKinsey & Company and the Business of Fashion declares personalization the “number one trend in 2018.” We increasingly pursue unique expressions of our individuality in styles that reflect who we are. In this era of computerized everything, disposable fast-fashion, and ubiquitous social media, we look to declare our personal stamp, to remind ourselves (and the world) that we are singular and extraordinary. Fortunately, there have never been more jewelry choices, or fewer rules. For some, it’s one-of-a-kind or vintage. For others, it’s statement pieces, or earrings that are oversized, mismatched
ROBERTO COIN LOVE LETTER PENDANTS
Jewelry that defines one’s journey.
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THE Sea-Dweller The new generation of a legend among divers’ watches, engineered by Rolex in 1967 for the conquest of the deep. It doesn’t just tell time. It tells history.
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