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Steven Lagos62%">?12",##.;%&',&<")+"@ABCD"()4incided with the 89th birthday of Harold Tivol, both of which were celebrated on September 28 at TIVOL on the Country Club Plaza.

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Ashining star in the jewelry industry and in life, Brooke TivolMcGrath died from a rare blood infection on January 11, 2011 at theage of 28.

A fourth-generation jeweler with a degree from Emory and GIA coursework, Brooke had a sparkling personality and a fresh approach to thebusiness. She had worked at her family’s jewelry store in Kansas City, thenat Fabrikant and most recently at Carelle, where as director of marketingshe did much to build the brand during her four-year tenure. “She was abreath of fresh air,” says Chana Regev, Carelle’s founder and designer, whostarted the company with a friend and $200, despite her father’s belief thatwomen don’t belong in business. (Regev has a master’s degree in politicalscience; her thesis was on terrorism and she had planned to work at theU.N.) “When I first met Brooke, we clicked right away: we were both strongwomen from fourth-generation family businesses. I was immediatelyimpressed with her opinions and creative marketing ideas. She was neverafraid to speak her mind and did much to build our brand from the momentshe walked through the door. More importantly, everyone here loved her;she was the glue that kept us all together.”

In Brooke’s honor, Regev created the Brooke Leaf Collection, agrouping of gorgeous amethyst jewelry that supports the CarelleScholarship for Design. “We hope to inspire future female jewelers to findpassion and clarity in their own career paths,” she explains, adding thatBrooke was the one who originally convinced her to join the Women’sJewelry Association. A portion of proceeds from this newly expandedcollection goes to the scholarship fund, a gesture that Regev is certainBrooke would have championed.

The collection is based on the Brooke Leaf Pendant, an 18 karat rosegold and diamond leaf motif featuring a Rose de France amethyst. Thepiece is inspired by Brooke, whose favorite earrings were Carelle’s Rose deFrance amethysts set in rose gold. The leaf motif is Carelle’s signature,representing the delicate balance of life.

The process of creating this collection involves numerous intricatesteps and much skilled artisanship, all of which I witnessed in Carelle’simmaculate New York City workshop. Each pendant is based on arendering, which is then turned into a model, handmade by a model maker.It’s a long, labor-intensive process involving wax “trees” filled with specialplaster that dries, hardens and goes into a furnace overnight. These “trees”are eventually filled with gold that ultimately forms the components of thejewelry. The gold pieces are cut off the tree, then filed, cleaned andpolished by artisans. They are then set with diamonds, polished again andcustom-cut amethyst discs are added. The components are handassembled using a laser to preclude heat damage.

Says Regev, “It’s a spectacular collection, but I think its real beautyderives from the love that our 50 artisans felt for Brooke: they truly adoredher and it shows in their work!”

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IS THIS AGOOD TIMETO INVESTIN GOLD?Yes! The intrinsic value of preciousmetal is always a good investment,particularly in a precarious economy.In fact, a gold ring purchased 25 yearsago is worth at least 10 times as muchtoday. Gold is indestructible: it doesnot corrode or tarnish; all the gold thathas ever been mined still exists. Inaddition, jewelry designers today arecreating more spectacular works ingold than ever before. Next time youvisit us, we’ll show you some trulyirresistible investments—both financialand emotional!

DO I NEEDTO BUYMY WATCHFROM ANAUTHORIZEDDEALER?Absolutely yes! Unfortunately, todaythere are plenty of decent-seemingknockoffs available on the internet andeven in stores. Unless your dealer isauthorized, you can never be sure whatyou’re buying, so when the time comesfor repairs or your watch requires areplacement part, you could be out ofluck. Why jeopardize your investment insuch an important item, which is oftennot just a timepiece, but a treasuredheirloom?

OVER THE YEARS,MY HUSBANDHAS GIVENME MANY SMALLAND DELICATEPENDANTS THAT I SOMETIMES WEARTO MAKE HIMHAPPY, BUT DON’TREALLY LOVE. ANY IDEAS?How about buying a beautiful gold link chain and creating acharm bracelet or necklace? Or combining a few of the smallerpendants into a more significant piece? Bring them into thestore and we’ll be happy to work with you on designingsomething truly special that you’ll wear with pride and thatyou BOTH will love.

I OFTEN HEAR TALKABOUT “LAYERING”JEWELRY. BUT ISN’TONE GREAT PIECEMORE IMPACTFULTHAN MANY LESSERPIECES?Depending on the outfit, one great piece is often the mostdramatic way to wear jewelry, but mixing pieces (layering) isanother good option, an expressive way to create looks that aremore personal and uniquely you.

And these days, there are few rules. Yellow, white and rosegold can be combined in a single piece or worn at the same timein separate pieces. Modern and Deco-inspired styles can workhand in hand; colored gemstones can be mixed and matchedaccording to your tastes, your personality, your mood of themoment. (Contrast colors are very “in” this season.) Spend sometime experimenting with creative combinations and see whatmoves you. Often, an old piece worn differently can become anew favorite!

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Over the decades, numerousHollywood film stars have beenbitten by the racing bug. There

may be some profound reasons for this, or itmay simply be that famous actors areaccustomed to glamour and attention.When filming is over, the thirst for theexcitement, danger and competition kicksin. (Or as Paul Newman once put it, “There’sno acting needed when driving; it’s just youand the machine.”)

The connection between film stars andmotor racing dates back to the turn of the 20th century, when BarneyOldfield became the first man to travel at one mile per minute. His fame asa racecar driver led to film stardom in the first half of that century. Asignificant number of racing films were made during that time, but thegreatest of all was John Frankenheimer’s 1966 film Grand Prix starringJames Garner. Garner went on to form a successful racing organizationcalled American International Racers (AIR); when filming was completed,his cars raced with considerable success at Le Mans, Daytona, Sebring andother famous race circuits around the world. Steve McQueen’s film Le Mansmay not have been a critic’s choice for best drama, but the racing actionwas brilliant, and his reputation as an accomplished racecar driver andmotorcycle racer subsequently grew. Paul Newman filmed Winning aroundthe same time; while it also lacked dramatic quality, the racing scenes

filmed at the Indianapolis 500 broughtviewers to the edge of their seats.Newman’s racing was legendary, and at theage of 80 he was even part of a winningteam at the Rolex 24 at Daytona.

James Dean, James Coburn and TomCruise also enjoyed motor racing, earningrespect in the amateur ranks of the sport.But today it’s Patrick Dempsey who charmsrace fans on and off the track. His dedicationto the sport is unparalleled as a driver, teamowner and ambassador for motor racing.

Actors may not appreciate equal billing on film credits, but at a race circuit,they overwhelmingly acknowledge the team effort, giving much credit to theircrews, their sponsors and their cars. Famous names like Ferrari, Porsche, AstonMartin, Lotus, Corvette, BMW and others have loyal fans of their own. In certaincases, the driver and the car are even upstaged by the race circuit. Just hearingnames like Daytona, Sebring, Le Mans, Monaco, Spa-Francorchamps andMonza brings intense emotion to motor racing enthusiasts.

And just as actors aspire to win an Academy Award, racecar driversdream of winning a series championship. In 2012, endurance road racing inAmerica celebrated two remarkable anniversaries: The Rolex 24 at Daytonamarked its 50th and Sebring its 60th. Both venues have earned a uniqueplace in the history of international motorsports—stars in their own right. Above: Patrick Dempsey enjoys a day at the races.

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From fashion to jewelry, Art Deco is currently the leading styleinspiration. “And come this spring and summer, it will get stronger,then even bigger by fall/winter 2013,” says Ellen Sideri, CEO of ESP

Trendlab in New York City, which tracks fashion trends and cultural patterns.Interestingly, the real excitement isn’t about original vintage jewelry andfashion, but rather contemporary styles inspired by that roarin’ era of the1920s and ’30s. It’s more “Deco redefined.” Each in its own signature style,luxury brands are creating modern collections based on design elementsthat defined the Deco movement: streamlined shapes, a strong color palette,graphic patterns, geometric stone cuts, linear symmetry, elongatedsilhouettes and ancient Egyptian and Aztec forms.

FILM AND FASHION INFLUENCESBefore we tell you what you should look for and how to wear it, let’s explorethe big question of why Deco, why now? What brought on jewelry’sobsession with the brilliance of the Jazz Age? In spring 2013, The GreatGatsby remake hits theatres and, with A-lister Leonardo DiCaprio starring asJay Gatsby, Art Deco designs will be very much in the spotlight.

Added to that, in both ready-to-wear and couture for 2012/2013, ArtDeco references ruled the runways. Sideri notes, “We’re seeing lots ofbeads, feathers, and embroidery—but elegant and luxurious—with one

designer after another using the 1920s (and the 1910s) as their muse.” Forhis fall/winter haute couture collection, Jean Paul Gaultier has embraced theperiod in a big way, with highly graphic gold metal cage designs pieced intodresses and jackets, as well as softer glam flapper looks. And AlexanderMcQueen’s 2013 resort collection spectacularly marries Art Deco withinspirations from the linear work of the legendary Gustav Klimt.

Amanda Gizzi, director of communications for the Jewelry InformationCenter in New York, explains: “As our country has been coming out ofdifficult economic times, more and more customers are asking for jewelrythat isn’t cookie-cutter. And these modern pieces, which are influenced byDeco but a bit edgier, are perfectly suited to what they want.”

THE “NEW DECO” LOOKTo do New Deco, there are a few jewelry items you want on your wish list:

TASSEL EARRINGS AND PENDANTS Swinging tassel earrings and

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Nicole Kidman wears Deco-inspired earrings

Above from left: Stephen Webster Cascade tassel earrings withblue sapphires and white diamonds in 18K white gold from theForget Me Knot collection; Stephen Webster Forget Me KnotCascade pendant in 18K white gold; Ivanka Trump black onyxpendant from the Gilded Cage collection in 18K gold

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pendants were the perfect complements to high-hemline dresses, andtoday you’ll find lots of colorful versions in whatever gemstone you like.

ROPES OF PEARLS If you already have a strand of opera-lengthpearls, think Clara Bow or Daisy Buchanan and drape them on! Then be sureto get another long rope of pearls to layer in; finish the look by knotting thatsecond strand. The knotted pearl necklace is back!

DANGLY COLORED-GEM DROPS “Decoearrings are always very desirable atauction,” says Ann Lange, senior vicepresident and director of jewelry for theprestigious auction house DoyleNew York. “The linear hanging kind,because they’re simple yet theyhave strong design.”

DIAMOND CASCADEEARRINGS In the ’20s and ’30s,women often donned earringsmade of cascading diamonds toadd femininity to their newly in-vogue short bobbed haircuts.Back then, diamond chandeliers(as they’re now known) replacedear clips, hair combs and hat pins.

BIG GEOMETRIC RINGSRings were large and rectangular,and women often woreseveral on one hand.For evening, oversizedemeralds and rubiesplayed a strong role, inwhite or yellow metal.Contemporary Deco jewelrygives you lots of priceoptions, with many brands evenmaking Deco-style uber-rings withsterling silver and natural gemstones.

BANGLES AND BRACELETSWhen women started wearing sleevelessstyles, bracelets became an important accessory.Bangles were clustered on their wrists or higher onthe upper arms. As for flexible gemstone bracelets,Lange says, “Deco diamond bracelets are also very desirableat our auctions; the workmanship was exceptional.”

DECO-THEME PIECES If you’re someone who likesto wear symbolic jewelry, there’s a lot of New Decopieces inspired by the iconography of the ’20s and ’30s,skyscrapers like the Eiffel Tower and the ChryslerBuilding á la the era’s unique architectural movement. Orchoose something unique with carvings or silhouettes ofpyramids, obelisks, palm fronds and lotus flowers—motifs thatoften appeared in period pieces, influenced by the 1922 discoveryof King Tut’s tomb.

NEW DECO CUTS & COLORS CUTS With the exception of tiny beads used for tassels, reminiscent of

renowned Deco jewelers like Jean Fouquet, the geometric bent of Art Decojewelry design is typically achieved by incorporating angular stones,

especially emerald cuts. “In our Important Estate Jewelry auctions, the topthree diamond cuts in original Art Deco are emerald, Asscher and cushion,”says Lange. “Emerald cuts are forever classics, and I’m seeing a lot ofinterest in contemporary jewelry with cushion cuts.” Step-cut shapes liketrapezoids and half-moons are often seen as side stones in Deco designs,

so this year and going forward, you’ll see them in the New Decocollections, too. Actress Sofia Vergara’s engagement

ring, for example, features a cushion-cut centerstone with a trapezoid diamond on either side.

COLORS Deco jewelry tends to rely onbold gemstone colors, in contrast to the

austerity of the Edwardian period thatpreceded the Roaring ’20s. The most

notable shades are black, green, redand blue, plus white, which, if done inenamel, for example, can impart adistinctive boldness.

Black: Onyx was perhaps themost widely used black gemstoneduring the 1920s and ’30s, so someNew Deco pieces incorporate it,too. But they more often featureblack diamonds, black sapphiresand black opals.

Green: “Carved jade was [used]in a lot of vintage Deco,” notes Lange,

so modern jewelry artisans arefavoring this green varietyas well. But emeralds and

agates are two other greenfavorites. This year, in fact,

emeralds are so hot in fashionthat it may even be difficult for

May-born women (whosebirthstone is emerald) to get their

hands on it!Red: Rubies, ruby-red enamels and deep

red corals top the list of must-have New Decoreds, but especially ruby, as Lange notes, “because

there were a lot of Burma rubies in original Art Decojewelry.” Gizzi adds, “Since this movement started to grow, I’ve seen a lot

more dark-red corals in jewelry—something I hadn’t seen in a long time.”Blue: Look for primary-color blue gems, like lapis-lazuli and

sapphire, but also cobalt blue alternative materials like enamel, resinand ceramic. A wealth of lapis jewelry was found in King Tut’s tomb, a

key reason the blue gem became an important influence on jewelryof the period.

White: Rock crystal, white pearls and white diamonds top NewDeco’s white stone list. “Certainly, rock crystal was used a lot in ArtDeco—it was very prized then and it is now, too,” says Lange. “There

were also lots of natural pearls back then.” Consider, too, some of theNew Deco pieces that mix black Tahitian pearls with white metal, as theblack-and-white color scheme was a key color combination then and now.

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a few of ourfavorite thingsThis fall, three generations of the Tivol family sat with us to have their portraits taken and to share a few pieces of their favorite jewelry. Their selections are a reminder of both the practicality and sentimentality that jewelry possesses. From the wedding band of newlywed Hunter, to the ID bracelet Cathy wears to honor her daughter, to the precision timekeeping of Harold’s favorite watch, each item holds a special reverence for different reasons.

TIVOL asks each of you: what story does your jewelry tell?

photos by kelly schottlerart direction by adam gebhardt

Carelle18K rose gold andRose de FranceBrooke Leaf collection$1,230

Marco Bicego18K yellow gold necklace, Jaipur link collection$17,780

Carelle18K yellow gold

personalized ID bracelet$4,800*

*prices vary with personalization

Roberto Demeglio18K rose gold and white ceramic bracelet$995

CATHY TIVOL

Patek PhilippeExtra large Aquanaut on a

black composite strap$20,300

HAROLD TIVOL

TIVOL CollectionSterling silver and 18K rose gold cuff links with cabochon black moonstone$1,325

FaberCastellClassic Anello black rollerball pen$475

RolexOyster Perpetual DateJust

with stainless steel and 18K white gold

$9,100

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TIVOL CollectionSterling silver cuff linkswith meteorite$680

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It’s no secret: Men’s jewelry is uptrending this season and more guys arewearing more interesting jewelry pieces than at any time since the1960s. And that’s a good thing, according to women everywhere who

have been begging their men to step it up a bit, fashion-wise. And whatbetter way for a guy to express his personality than with jewelry, the perfectaccent for uniform male attire, be it a navy suit, golf shirt with khakis, orjeans and a T-shirt.... While it’s no longer about bling, men’s jewelry today iscreative in a subtle, sophisticated, artisan-inspired kind of way, making it justas appropriate with business and formal wear as it is with casual wear. Sobring out your inner rock star and consider the following:

Stacks of bracelets. Mixing materials like leathers, metals, interestingbeads and colored stones creates a unique look that reflects personal style.(We know a few corporate execs whose rolled up shirt sleeves reveal stacksof cool bracelets…)

Pendants, dog tags, necklaces of all kinds. These might include theproverbial “skull” motifs, religious symbols and “slices” of colored minerals(agates, geodes, etc.). There are even pendants made from dinosaur bone,tire treads and other unusual materials. Wear them on anything from a goldor silver chain to a beaded or leather cord.

A simple ID bracelet. Whether it’s yours, your dad’s or your partner’s,it’s sure to turn heads and sure to become a family heirloom.

A modern link bracelet. Maybe in a non-traditional metal like titaniumor hammered sterling with a gunmetal finish (gold is good too!).

Cuff links. Have fun with them! Vintage designs like subway tokens,golf clubs and typewriter keys are always fun, but you can’t go wrong withsleek modern styling and/or anything personalized. (Young men arewearing French cuff shirts, even when they’re not wearing suits!)

A tie bar. Not for everyone, but this retro-inspired accessory adds atouch of hipster, especially worn with skinny ties.

The ring’s the thing! Wedding bands, commitment bands, anniversary,eternity, fraternity: nothing symbolizes devotion more emphatically than aband of gold (or platinum!). If it’s been awhile since your original weddingbands, you and your loved one might want to consider a morecontemporary statement. (Even if you still have the same partner after allthese years, your taste has likely evolved.)

A bold signet-type ring with a fabulous colored stone. A fun watch. Something colorful, playful, not so serious. Something

sporty, rugged or with complications. (Because life can be complicated…) The quintessential classic dress watch. In gold of course. Because he

deserves it. (And if not now, when?)

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This fall, a completely overhauled and redesigned Tivol.com appeared in the cyberspace ether. Modernized in both look and feel, the website features new capabilities that vastly enhance the enduser experience. “Where our old site was a bit staid in terms of content variety, the new site is extremely interactive and provides visitors with several ways to experience TIVOL jewelry,” says Adam Gebhardt, director of marketing. The most exciting of these features, Gebhardt says, is the ability to create a wish list. Tivol.com users can log on to the site, search a large portion of TIVOL’s inventory and save their favorites on a personalized wish list. From there, they can share their selections on social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest, or email their picks 1)"+&.%#*'")&","'.$#.!(,#1")12%&5" Account holders also have the option to select a TIVOL sales associate and share their lists with that individual. Conversely, a sales associate who is closely working with a customer can make suggestions to the client’s wish list as new merchandise arrives in the store. “It creates a virtual personal shopper experience,” says Gebhardt. The wish list is also a great tool for future brides and grooms who are doing research on rings, as well as for those who want to make subtle gift suggestions to a loved one.

Beyond the wish list feature, other components of the website were also reimagined, such as the search functionality and navigation. Users can browse TIVOL inventory by designer or item type (such as “bracelet” or “necklace”), and 12%#"!/1%&"12)'%"'%,&(2%'"8<"(2,&,(1%&.'1.('"'3(2",'"price, metal type, etc. Gebhardt says the process of concept development took about a year, in which the TIVOL executive team evaluated what worked on the old website and what features needed to be added or improved. Assisting the team was the local agency Johnny Lightning Strikes Again, a group whose clientele includes Overstock.com. “TIVOL is an iconic Kansas City brand and deserves to be presented accordingly,” says David Cecil, strategy leader and coowner of Johnny Lightning. “We worked hard to ensure that the new website captured everything that makes TIVOL so special—the quality of their jewelry, their 102year history and most importantly, their commitment to unbelievable customer service.” Gebhardt says it was an important goal that online users have the same “TIVOL experience” as they would shopping in the physical stores. “If we could offer complimentary beverages through a web browser, we would,” adds James Penman, Johnny Lightning’s technology lead and coowner.

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NEW AND NON-TRADITIONAL

T H E R I N G S BY LAURIE SCHECHTER

ince engagement and wedding rings are choices youlive with forever, it’s no wonder that current bridalring trends reflect the individual style and personalityof their wearers more than a strict tradition or acertain set of rules. In fact, non-traditional is the new

trend! One has only to look to recent famous weddings and engagementsfor proof: think Angelina Jolie’s custom-designed engagement ring ofgraduated tablet-shaped diamonds, or the new Mrs. Mark Zuckerbergand Jessica Simpson, both showing off ruby engagement rings.

Many of today’s rings are rooted in history. The giving of rings alongwith taking vows of marriage dates back to ancient times. The weddingband, fashioned into a circle, symbolizes never-ending immortal love, and

the finger it is worn on was thought to have a special vein connecteddirectly to the heart. Both customs are said to have originated in AncientEgypt.

The forerunner to the modern-day engagement ring was the ancientGreeks’ betrothal rings. Early betrothal rings from the Middle Ages, called‘‘posy’’ rings, were inscribed with poems and love notes. Engagementrings with diamonds were first given by royalty and nobles beginning in the15th century, mixed with rubies in the 17th and 18th centuries, and hadmessages spelled out in colored stones in the 18th and 19th centuries.Today’s betrothed have all this history to mine, with the benefit ofmodernity found in unusual designs and wide range of metals, stones andshapes available.

UNIQUE OPTIONS ABOUND TO SUIT EVERY COUPLE’S TASTE.

1.RETURN OF THE HALOIn actuality, the halo has never really gone away, but it has been trending more strongly for the past few years, which aligns with the reigningpopularity of round diamond cuts. The difference now is the variety of designs available, and the cuts and arrangement of the stones. Double halos withtwo rows of surrounding stones, three-stone rings (a descendent of the early 20th-century princess ring) incorporating halo diamonds, and the still-trending-strong eternity wedding bands with halo diamonds are all turns on the halo’s road to success. A. Jaffe reports, ‘‘Styles with cushion shapedhalos surrounding the center diamond, as well as a cushion cut diamond standing alone in the center setting, are very popular engagement rings.Matching halo earrings and pendants for the bride have also become increasingly popular.’’

2.RESPONSIBLY SOURCEDChoosing diamonds that are sourced in an ethical manner isincreasingly important among socially conscious brides. Withoutquestion, all the stones we sell in our store are responsiblysourced. Along with this heightened consciousness is thepopularity of “recycling” diamonds: wearing vintage or heritagerings, family heirlooms which can be adapted and updated for afresh look.

3.COLOR MY WORLDColor seems to be the biggest driver at retail today. It’s the big story for women’sand men’s fashion on the runways and in thestores. Today’s bride, to set herself apart, mighteven opt for color instead of traditional white forher wedding dress. And color is, of course, also abig trend in engagement rings. Beautiful coloreddiamonds and other colored gemstones are surgingin popularity in no small part due to the Duchess ofCambridge’s (previously Princess Diana’s) gorgeoussapphire engagement ring.

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TRENDS FOR SAME-SEX COUPLESAccording to recent stats, there are currently around 50,000 same-sex marriages in the United States. This number will continue togrow, and many brands are tailoring their designs to appeal to theemerging market. Of course, since same-sex marriages aregrounded in the same traditions as conventional marriages, many ofthese design trends cross over to the mainstream.

VINTAGE AND VINTAGE-LOOK ENGAGEMENT RINGSSome women in same-sex marriages are opting for customaryengagement and wedding rings, but with more of a personalstatement. Perhaps because of the sentimental value that they hold,vintage and vintage-look rings bring to mind the sentiments behinda marriage itself. (ChristineQuinn, New York City’s CityCouncil Speaker, marriedusing her fiancée’s mother’sengagement ring.) Vintage-inspired is also becoming acoveted look in new rings.Pavé-set diamonds, intricate hand engraving, filigree work and halosare all details reflecting this movement.

WEDDING BANDS AND COMMITMENT RINGSLike the alternative lifestyle they represent, same-sex couples arechoosing alternatives for their wedding bands. In traditional yellowor white gold, there might be some kind of unique treatment, likehammered details, on the band. But rings in less common metals arewhere personal statements can really stand out, especially for men.

BioBlu27 Cobalt, the samematerial used in aerospace andmedical applications, has aunique look and is available withdiamonds or without.

And with new ring stylescome new traditions. Some

women are foregoing engagement rings altogether, while men canopt for man-gagement rings: wedding bands worn on the right handbefore the marriage, then transferred to the left during the weddingceremony (a mini-trend in opposite sex relationships, as well).

At the end of the day, says Dan Scott, CMO of Scott Kay, ‘‘Loveis love. We need to remind ourselves that wedding bands are muchmore than jewelry; wedding bands embody precious, lifelong vowsmade between any two people in love." And no matter the sexualorientation, today’s couples are choosing rings that suit theirpersonal style.

5.WIDENYOURHORIZONSWide diamond bands andchannel rings—where theband can be any width withdiamonds filling the“channel” in the center—aretrending as wedding bandsand, in some cases, caneven serve as both theengagement and weddingring. With the high-poweredreal estate it occupies on thefinger, it’s a glamorous andpractical all-in-one statement.

6.MIXING IT UPUsing alternative metals and mixing metals are trends, and the uniqueoptions available have increased at an exponential rate. In both engagementrings and women’s wedding bands, there’s been a strong introduction of rosegold on its own or mixed with white gold, platinum or yellow gold. In men’swedding bands, in addition to the classic yellow gold, white gold andplatinum, there are many examples of alternate metals and materials:everything from palladium, tungsten carbide and cobalt to ceramic, titaniumand seranite, all with two-tone as a leading direction.

4.I’LL TAKE MINEWITH A TWISTYou can’t get much more non-traditionaland unique than a twisted bandengagement ring. It’s an individualstatement with a modern spin that canquickly update the classic solitaire or takepavé in a new direction. In streamlinedmetal or an all-diamond band, it’s anattention grabber either way.

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Worldwide Weddings

T H E T R A D I T I O N S BY JACQUELIN CARNEGIE

lthough American-style weddings have gainedpopularity throughout the world, many countries retain their owncolorful wedding traditions. These customs can vary from region toregion and according to local religious traditions, but it’s interesting tonote that almost all cultures have some version of “tying the knot.” Acurrent trend in the U.S. is to research one’s family heritage andincorporate some of the noteworthy elements into aWestern-style ceremony, or to replicate a traditionalwedding outright. Here are a few highlights fromcenturies of tradition around the globe.

INDIAIndian weddings are planned in accordance withage-old customs and are known to be some of themost beautiful and lavish. Weddings usually last fivedays with a number of rituals before, during andafter the ceremony. The bride is adorned with lots ofgold jewelry to symbolize wealth (a wearable “savingsaccount”) and purity. The gold given to the bride by herfamily, which they often start acquiring as soon as she’s born, contributesto her own “independent” wealth. Many of the symbols that indicate a

Hindu woman is married involve jewelry: Mangalsutra: black and gold beaded necklace with a gold or

diamond pendant. The groom ties it around the bride’s neck during theceremony; it’s comparable to a Western-style wedding ring. Bangles:gold and glass, often studded with precious and semi-precious stones suchas diamonds, gems and pearls; mandatory, signifying long life for the

husband. Armlets: encrusted with jewels or hanging crystals.Bichiya: toe rings worn as a symbol of the married state

along with Anklets on both feet. Mang Tika: goldpendant adorned with jewels that hangs in themiddle of the forehead. Nose Ring: an essentialgold accessory in the left nostril. Rani Haar: gold

filigree necklace with precious stones symbolizingprosperity. Earrings and Jhoomar: a piece of

jewelry with gems worn on the side of the head;matches the design of the rani haar necklace. Waist

Band: like a necklace around the belly studded withprecious or semi-precious stones. Rings: worn on both

hands, attached to a bracelet by a central medallion.These are the most important aspects of a Hindu wedding ceremony:

Mangalfera: The couple walks around the sacred fire four times,

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T hree things a jeweler can’t do without. Customers. A sense of humor. The ability to adapt.

How did you get into the business? Way back in high-school, I started working summers at our store. Filing, cleaning cases and steaming jewelry, that sort of thing. Let’s say it was a high-school romance that never died.

All-time favorite piece of jewelry? A stylized diamond necklace my daughter, Brooke, designed and had made when she worked at Fabrikant.

Most valuable lesson learned at work? Integrity and honesty are paramount to running a business. Our business is what it is because of those qualities.

What should a customer always look for? Fineness in jewelry. Which I interpret as the art of the piece, the quality of the piece and the emotional connection you feel for it.

Why is a GIA report so important? It gives the customer a huge sense of comfort knowing that a lab with GIA’s reputation provides a non-biased and educated opinion of a stone. Confi dence in buying is always what you should feel.

Insider’s tip? Customers are usually sorry when they settle for second best.

Best source for diamond know-how? 4cs.gia.edu. Not only to explain what to look for in a diamond, it’s information jewelers use themselves.

PRICELESS INSIGHT

stopping to touch a stone in the path with their toes to symbolizeobstacles in life that they’ll overcome together. The four rounds signify:Dharma, righteousness; Artha, monetary accomplishment; Kama, energyand passion; Moksha, liberation from everything in life.Saptapadi: After the groom's scarf has been tied to the bride's dresssignifying they’ll always stay together, the couple takes seven stepsaround the sacred fire representing nourishment, strength, prosperity,happiness, progeny, long life and marital harmony. The marriage is thenconsidered legalized according to the Hindu Marriage Act as well astraditional customs.

MEXICO“I once read that watching atraditional Mexican boda is likestudying the history of the countryover the past seven centuries. Ritualsand traditions from the Spanish,Aztec, Native American and Anglo-American cultures are allincorporated into the ceremony,” saysCarmen Laborin of the MexicoTourism Board.

Many Mexicanwedding processions are accompanied by amariachi band and a donkey carrying bottles oftequila and wine for toasts along the way.Mexican brides have several vestido de novia(wedding dress) options depending on theirregion and personal taste: everything froma Western-style fancy white dress to abeautifully embroidered, simple cotton huipilto an elaborately embroidered velvet dress orone made from the local textiles withsymbolic designs.

Las Arras: In an ancient tradition, during theceremony, the groom gives the bride 13 gold coinsrepresenting Jesus and the 12 apostles, which symbolizes the groom’scommitment to support his wife throughout their life together; heracceptance is a promise to take care of him. The bride also receives anornate box for the coins’ safekeeping.

El Lazo: The lasso is a beaded or jeweled rope or ribbon tied aroundthe couple in a figure eight as they exchange their vows, signifying theireternal bond and unity. Once the service is over, it’s removed. Theceremony is followed by a parade with mariachi music and a reception thatlasts ’til the wee hours of morning with eating, drinking and dancing.

SCOTLANDToday, at most Scottish weddings, the groom, his best man and thegroomsmen are kitted out Highland-style in matching tartans. If you

have a Scottish surname,there’s a good chance you havea corresponding family tartan,so the men in your weddingparty can all sport kilts.Bagpipes are appropriatemusic as is dancing the LangReel.

Other Scottish weddingtraditions vary by region: In theBorders, a sprig of heather inthe bridal bouquet brings luck.In Aberdeen, Grampian, Angusand Dundee, luck comes with a

sixpence in the bride’s shoe. And for financial luck, the bride’s fatherthrows a handful of coins for the children to “scramble.” In the northeast,the best man gifts the happy couple with a clock, while the maid of honorgives them a tea set. In Shetland, wedding celebrations continue for twodays with dancing and drinking. It’s said that “tying the knot” comes from

an ancient Celtic practice with roots in pagan rituals. The bride andgroom rip their wedding tartans and tie two strips together

to symbolize the unity of the two families.

JAPANTraditional Shinto wedding ceremonies are heldat shrines. Brides wear shiromuku (formal white

kimono) and grooms wear montsuki (formalblack kimono). The bride gets a ring and nine

lucky gifts for happiness. It's common that onlyfamily members and close relatives attend.

A Shinto priest offers prayers to the deitiesand the ceremony begins by purifying the couple.

After the purification and vows, the bride and groomexchange cups

of sake (rice wine)in the sansan-kudo (three-times-three) ceremonysymbolizing their union andthe uniting of their families.Finally, symbolic offerings ofsakaki (tree sprigs) are given tothe Kamisama (deity). Duringthe kekkon hiroen (reception),the bride changes clothesseveral times, a traditiondating to the 14th century,signifying her readiness toreturn to everyday life.C

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Something Even Newer

T H E D E TA I L S BY LISA MONTEMORRA MENGHI

SOMETHING OLD• Think out of the box. Your

‘somethings’ can be places ordecorations instead of wornitems. One example: hold yourwedding at a historic site.

• Display old photos of ancestors(extra points if taken on theirwedding days) at your ceremonyand/or reception. It’s heartfeltand gives your guests an insightinto your family history.

• Wear lace or a button from afamily member’s wedding dressin your hair, or incorporate itinto your bouquet.

• Have your ring bearer carry therings in a treasured heirloominstead of on the standard satin

pillow. A jewelry box from abeloved family member couldalso hold a flower girl’s petals.

• Instead of wearing heirloomjewelry in its intended manner,pin or sew it onto your gown asa featured design element.

• Find an alternative use for yourmother’s or grandmother’s veil.Use it to wrap your bouquet ordrape it over a photo display table.

SOMETHINGBORROWED• Borrow a family tablecloth to

dress up the escort card or guest

book table. It will elicit goodmemories of shared familymeals and togetherness.

• Give your grandmother’s crystalcandleholders or vase a vacationfrom the curio cabinet with aplace of honor at your ceremony.

• Borrow a pretty silver knifefrom a friend or family memberand use it to cut the cake.

• Set your sweetheart table withheirloom china and silver, tomake your first meal as husbandand wife even more special.

• If your parents are sentimental,they probably still have theirwedding cake topper. Get it outof that dusty box in the garageand give it another go.

SOMETHING BLUE• Incorporate a beautiful blue

stone or side stones into yourwedding band. Sapphire, bluetopaz, tanzanite and aquamarineare all excellent choices.

• Why not wear a pair of strappy blueevening shoes? They’ll be a fun flashof color beneath your dress.

• Getting rid of wedding cake guilt

is easy: decorate it with deliciousfresh blueberries and meet yourdaily fruit quota!

• When you go for your weddingday pedicure, choose a prettypale blue. Or how about a stripof blue to replace the white on aFrench manicure?

• Use a small blue clutch for yourlipstick, cell phone and otherwedding day necessities.

• Signature drinks are always fun.Why not use Blue Curaçao toconcoct your custom cocktail?

• Splurge on luxurious bluelingerie for your wedding night.

SOMETHING NEW• A brand new piece of jewelry,

of course! You’ll be investing inan heirloom that will havespecial meaning for the nextgeneration of your family.

AS TIME MOVES FORWARD, SO DOES OUR DESIRE TO RE-INVENT OLD TRADITIONS.

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engagement

Henri Daussi18K white gold ring with

cushioncut center diamond$41,580

TIVOL CollectionPlatinum ring with brilliantcut diamonds and pavé halo$6,915

Precision SetPlatinum threestone ring with

brilliantcut diamonds$31,295

Norman SilvermanPlatinum threestone ring with emeraldcut diamonds$21,600

Precision SetPlatinum solitaire ring with

a brilliantcut diamond$3,720

Jack KelegePlatinum ring with brilliantcut diamonds and baguettes$47,365

The only thing that sparkles more than a new engagement ring is the future bride who wears it. In general, traditional engagement rings are made of 18K white gold or platinum and feature diamonds in an array of designs. From the classic solitaire to rings that highlight pavé or halo bezels, the combinations are almost endless.

Not sure what each of these terms and descriptions mean? Contact a TIVOL associate or visit Tivol.com for more information. We love to help educate our customers when it comes to selecting that perfect piece.

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Sebastien Barier ParisPlatinum ring with cushioncut ruby

$11,315

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vivid orange diamond$12,180

Jack KelegePlatinum ring with an emeraldcut sapphire and diamonds$25,375

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a cushioncut diamond$48,715

TIVOL CollectionPlatinum ring with yellow and white brilliantcut diamonds$8,335

color engagement

From the moment Prince William slipped his mother’s 12carat sapphire ring on Kate Y.**/%1)#7'" !"#$%&:" 8%()-.#$" %#$,$%*" 0.12"a color engagement ring has been hugely popular. But as with many trends, this practice is actually nothing new. In fact, colored stone rings were once far more common symbols of engagement before diamonds took the spotlight during the mid 20th century.

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wedding bands

Jack KelégePlatinum band with


Precision SetPlatinum eternity band with ovalcut diamonds$23,100

TIVOL Collection18K white gold men’s band with channelset diamonds

$2,820

Norman Silverman18K yellow gold eternity band with radiantcut diamonds$44,000

LieberfarbPalladium men’s band with

grooved center$995

Henri Daussi18K white gold band with brilliantcut diamonds$9,240

A marriage is a relationship built upon the principles of trust, longterm commitment and mutual respect. Shouldn’t the wedding bands that signify this contract mirror these same values?

With our quality bands, uncompromising values and unparalleled customer service, saying “I’ll take it,” may be easier than saying “I do.”

Ron Hami18K yellow gold men’s band

with carved design$1,080

TIVOL CollectionPlatinum signature band$3,555

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TIVOL Collection18K white gold band

with diamonds$6,115

TIVOL CollectionPlatinum eternity band withdiamonds and sapphires $4,690

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TIVOL CollectionPlatinum eternity band with brilliantcut diamonds$9,065

Precision SetPlatinum solitaire with brilliantcut diamond

$22,445

Precision SetPlatinum band with brilliantcut diamonds$11,970

anniversary bands

While engagement rings and wedding bands are staples of Western culture, the anniversary band is not always at the forefront of the collective consciousness. It’s a strange paradigm that among the rings that represent love, they are the least discussed. While rings vary in price depending upon their components, the symbolism of anniversary bands is priceless. They represent an investment of mankind’s most precious commodity: time.

TIVOL CollectionPlatinum eternity band with

square emeraldcut diamonds$9,185

TIVOL CollectionPlatinum band with rubies and diamonds$2,600

TIVOL Collection18K white gold band

with princesscut diamonds$4,290

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In 1910, Charles Tivol sat at his gnarled wood bench creating oneofakind pieces for his customers, thus laying the groundwork for TIVOL to showcase its own jewelry. But during the second half of the 20th century, promoting and selling nationally recognized designer names became an industry trend. For Brian Butler, general manager of TIVOL, placing

TIVOL Collection jewelry back in the spotlight with other designers has been a priority. The goal clearly stems from his belief in TIVOL quality, but also from his passion for designing jewelry. “I studied geology as a kid and always had an inter%'1" .#"12,1"!"%/*:b"K31/%&"',<'5"c="really caught the gemstone bug when studying in Brazil during high school. Brazil is home to 50 percent of the world’s $%-"9&)*3(1.)#5b The TIVOL Collection includes a wide spectrum of basics such as cuff links, bracelets and necklaces for both men and women, earrings and oneofakind statement pieces. But for each piece, no matter how large or small, the development process is relatively the same. Butler begins work on a piece by sketching out ideas and inspirations. (In some instances, designs will come directly from a collaboration between a client who wants a custommade piece and a TIVOL associate.) Once the design is complete and the pre

cious metals and/or jewels are sourced for the particular item, the designs are handed off to Bob Sabata, TIVOL’s inhouse jeweler who has more than 30 years of jewelry bench experience. Sabata, along with all of the inhouse jewelers, works to complete TIVOL designs. “Once I receive a design, =" 12%#" !"$3&%" )31" ," 0,<"to put it all together by either carving a wax master for lost wax casting, hand fabricating it, or a combination of 8)12:b"D,8,1,"',<'5"c62%"2,&*4est to produce are the very large pieces. It’s not unusual for such a piece to have 48 or more accent diamonds measuring close to 1 mm. It’s tedious to both lay out and set. But it’s such a pleasure to see 12%"!"#,/"&%'3/1'5b For Butler and Sabata, inspiration for both design and craftsmanship often relates back to TIVOL Heritage pieces—jewelry that was originally created by Charles Tivol himself. “I study the classic designs and unbelievable craftsman'2.9" )+" 12%" )/*%&" 9.%(%':b" D,4bata says. “New approaches are important as well, but the classics will always be a foun*,1.)#")#"02.(2"1)"83./*","!"#%"9.%(%5b While designer names are a staple of the jewelry industry, Cathy Tivol says wearing an item that is stamped TIVOL is equally special. “It’s a piece that was born, made and perfected right here in Kansas City, all with TIVOLquality materials and attention to detail. It doesn’t get -3(2" 8%11%&" 12,#" 12,1:b" 6.;)/"says. To see examples of the TIVOL Collection, visit Tivol.com

or review pages 18 to 21, 38 to 41 or 59 to 69 in this issue of TIVOL Magazine.

When one considers the designer jewelry brands that TIVOL sells, it’s typical to recount names like David Yurman, Penny Preville, Stephen Webster, Roberto Coin, Mikimoto...the list goes on and on. But rarely is TIVOL thought of as a designer name in and of itself—an ironic twist considering that the TIVOL Collection is one of the topselling brands in our stores.

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ABOVE: Jeweler Bob Sabata works to create a pair of TIVOL Collection earrings. BELOW: The outcome of his work, 18K yellow gold earrings with Sleeping Beauty turquoise and diamond bezels, $7,895.

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In fall 2012, TIVOL announced that we will close our Briarcliff Village store around year’s end after six years of operation in the northland location. “It was a tough decision to make,” says Cathy Tivol, CEO of TIVOL. “It weighed on us heavily for two <%,&'"8%+)&%"0%"-,*%"12%"!#,/"(,//5b" 6=WC@7'" !&'1" /)(,1.)#" )9%#%*" .#" IdIO" .#" *)0#town Kansas City, then moved to the Country Club U/,a," .#" Id?I5" 62%")9%#.#$")+")3&"e,012)&#%"U/,a,"'1)&%" +)//)0%*" .#" IddG5" =#" FOOP:" 12%" ()-9,#<" %Qpanded northward with a third door in the then#%0" K&.,&(/.++" W.//,$%5" 6=WC@" 0,'" 12%" !&'1" -,f)&" tenant to sign on with the development. According to Cathy Tivol, despite the shopping (%#1%&7'"2.$24%#*"!#.'2%'",#*";.'3,//<",99%,/.#$"*%sign, the choice to expand there proved challenging almost from the start. Shortly after the Briarcliff grand opening, the economy tanked in 2008. “Beyond the challenges of maintaining a family )0#%*"/3Q3&<"$))*'"83'.#%''"*3&.#$","*.+!(3/1"%()#)-<:"12%"'2)99.#$"1&,+!(",1"K&.,&(/.++"0,'"#%;%&"02,1"we hoped,” says Cathy Tivol. “It was a double whammy.” To compensate, the TIVOL executive team took strategic action. “We streamlined several of our internal processes and rethought the way we did business,” says Brian

Butler, general manager of TIVOL. “In some cases, we '2.+1%*"f)8"&%'9)#'.8./.1.%'",#*"-,*%"-);%'"'3(2",'"bringing marketing in house.” The changes worked. Since the 2008 downturn, sales have largely bounced back to normal levels at 12%"U/,a,"'1)&%",#*",1"e,012)&#%",'"0%//g12%"FOII4FOIF"!'(,/"<%,&"0,'")#%")+"6=WC@7'"8%'1"<%,&'"%;%&"+)&"',/%'5"e)0%;%&:"12%"#)&12/,#*"'1)&%"0,'"'1.//"3#*%&9%&forming. According to Cathy Tivol, a decisive move had to be made. “In terms of planning the future of this company, we are in a key position,” she says. “We are stronger than ever and we need to maintain that strength by considering new options and in some cases making *.+!(3/1"*%(.'.)#'5b Cathy Tivol cites the recent renovation and %Q9,#'.)#" )+" 12%" e,012)&#%" U/,a," '1)&%:" 02.(2" .#(/3*%'" ," ?OO" 'h5" +15" S)/%Q" ()&#%&" 8)31.h3%:" ,'" ,#"example of new endeavors the company has taken on. Plans to incorporate new designer lines such as S)8%&1"U&)()9"i12%"*%'.$#%&")+"A#$%/.#,"j)/.%7'"%#$,$%-%#1"&.#$k",#*"K%//"Z"S)''"1.-%9.%(%'"2,;%",/')"been successful. “TIVOL has been known for its customer '%&;.(%:"h3,/.1<:" .#1%$&.1<",#*"%#*3&,#(%" +)&",/-)'1"103 years,” she says. “As we enter our second century, none of those values will change.”

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Since 1830, Baume & Mercier has been making fine Swisswatches that last. And since the early 1900s—when womenfirst started wearing timepieces on brooches, as necklaces

and around their wrists—the brand has designed specifically withdiscerning females in mind.

“In the early days, there were only larger men’stimepieces. Baume & Mercier was one of the first (in fact, wehelped start the trend) to manufacture timepieces forwomen,“ explains Rudy Chavez, brand president of NorthAmerica. “Because we’ve been doing it for over 100 years, it’sa part of our DNA; we aren’t just making smaller versions ofmen’s watches.

“There are more similarities than differences between menand women when it comes to choosing a timepiece,” Chavezasserts. “They’re both looking for a brand with a pedigree, anattractive style and a good value. But one difference is thatwomen are really seeking versatility. They want a watch they canwear formally, at work and on the weekends.”

With that aim, Baume & Mercier introduced the Linea collection,designed exclusively for women and offered in steel, steel with 18Kgold, and steel with diamonds. This year they’ve expanded thecollection with new sizes and materials, including rose gold (above),and a larger collection of straps that allows a woman to choosebetween links, colored leathers, and even satin for evening.

The watch maker has also recently unveiled a delicate newsize in its Hampton collection, first introduced in 1994. Inspired bya museum piece from the 1940s, the collection combines keyoriginal design elements, like a distinctive rectangular case, with

stylish modern accents. Today’s reinterpretation of this iconicpiece in its smaller size (left) gracefully embodies vintage ArtDeco styling with a timeless twist.

Baume & Mercier’s timeless designs are precisely whatmake its watches the perfect gift. “You want to give a watch

with a rich history and a Swiss pedigree,” says Chavez. “Andyou don’t want to give a gift that five years from now willbe outdated. You want that someone special to love it as

much years later as they did on day one.”The brand’s campaign theme is ‘Life is About Moments,’

so when Chavez, who spends much of the year traveling, runsinto someone wearing a Baume & Mercier timepiece, he likesto ask how they acquired it. “It’s incredible how many times

they reply that the watch was a gift, and they glow as they tellme the story of where they were and who gave it to them,whether it was from their father on graduation day, or theirhusband to commemorate the birth of a first child. It’s a gift thatconstantly reminds the wearer of the special occasion theycelebrated and the person who gave it to them.

“It’s much more than a timepiece; it’s a piece of your life.”

WHAT WOMEN WANTBAUME & MERCIER LADIES TIMEPIECES OFFER MODERN STYLING

AND A RICH HISTORY. BY JILLIAN LAROCHELLE

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Out of harm’sreachBy Amber Miller ManningFor millennia, people have struggled with where

and how to best store their most precious belongings. Along the way, a few modernday storage

solutions have become almost cliché: the freezer, a sock drawer, the back of a closet—all of which are commonplace options. But beyond the need to make better choices in terms of secure locations, what other factors should be kept in mind?

Jewelry and timepieces are especially sensitive items to store given the nature of their designs. High sheen, delicate finishes and moving parts all need to be handled with care.

Below are the top four most important factors to consider when selecting places and ways to stow jewelry while it’s not being worn. 1. Keep items separated and individually wrapped.

“It’s amazing the amount of people that will bring jewelry in for us to clean or repair, and everything will be lumped together in one bag,” says Brian Butler, general manager of Tivol. “There’s only one thing

that can cut a diamond: another diamond.”In addition to potential harm to diamonds, hard

edges from other gemstones or precious metal ornamentation can easily scratch soft or vulnerable materials such as gold, crystal watch faces or pearls. All jewelry and watches should be wrapped individually in soft, nonscratching material such as cotton or velvet.

With most jewelry purchases, Tivol provides reusable packaging with soft surfaces and dividers within their interiors, which are ideal for items that should be kept together in one location but buffered for their protection, Butler says. 2. Bank vaults may not always be the answer for highvalue items.

According to Tracey Kahle, Tivol’s jewelry appraiser, safe deposit boxes are a good idea in theory, but there are a few important negatives to remember.

Typically, deposit boxes are not lined with fabric and have hard metal interiors. Just as mentioned in Tip No. 1, it’s important to protect pieces from

PROPER STORAGE SOLUTIONS ARE ESSENTIAL TO ENSURING THE LONGEVITY OF FINE JEWELRY AND TIMEPIECES

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scratching and scuffing. Kahle also says automatic watches should not be

stored in these types of locations.“Watches with automatic or selfwinding

movements are made to be worn,” Kahle says. “Their internal mechanisms remain in good working order by way of a person’s daily activity. A piece that lies still for a long period of time will not age well, particularly in a lowhumidity environment where lubricants will certainly dry out, endangering the life of the watch movement.” 3. Jewelry should be wiped clean before being stored.

Items that are worn on the body throughout the day pick up our natural oils as well as chemicals and pollutants from the air, perfumes, soaps, hand lotions and makeup.

To help ensure the longevity of a piece—particularly in the cases of opals and pearls—it’s a good idea to wipe jewelry down with a soft cloth before putting it away.

When cleaning diamonds, Kahle says to use a mild detergent or sudsy ammonia and water bath. Gold jewelry should never come in contact with chlorine bleach. 4. Severe temperature changes should be avoided.

While most precious metals are rugged enough to handle substantial variations in temperature, there are softer substances used in some fine jewelry pieces that can be sensitive to cracking.

“The idea of hiding your favorite jewelry in the freezer probably isn’t the best move,” Kahle says. “It’s ideal to keep pieces in a temperate location safe from any extremes.”

Items that are not handled as recommended run the risk of being damaged over the longterm, which can pose a danger to your investment and become an insurance liability as well.

The bottom line is that fine timepieces and jewelry should be stored and treated with reverence. With proper care and maintenance, most pieces will last for generations.

Amber Miller Manning is Vice President of The Robert E Miller Group. She is a graduate of Loyola University Chicago and a native of Kansas City. She is the third generation of the 51yearold family business. Robert E Miller Group specializes in personal property and liability insurance for business owners, professionals and executives.

Opposite page: 6.;)/7'"9,(T,$.#$:"!//%*"0.12"soft surfaces and often protective dividers, is ideal for storing delicate jewelry. Left: Keeping diamonds separated is essential to the longevity of a piece; the only thing that can cut a diamond is another diamond.

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When and why did David Yurman enter the timepiece business?We entered the business in 1994 with the introduction of the Cablecollection, a bracelet that ticks. In 2000 we launched the Thoroughbredcollection, our first traditional watches, addressing what we saw as a voidin the market. No one was doing iconic timepieces rooted in the traditionof fine Swiss watchmaking, but with an American design sensibility.

Is that what makes Yurman watches so special?Yes. David Yurman is America’s only fine timepiece designer and to us, thatin itself is special. The Yurman brand has always been inspired by Americanart and design and our timepiece collections adhere to this aesthetic. Eachwatch is treated like a piece of art, reflecting David Yurman’s casual senseof luxury and high standards of precision.

At the heart of our timepieces is our commitment to quality, design andinnovation. From the Classic Ancestrale to the Revolution collection, eachwatch combines the precision of Swiss movements and manufacturing withsophisticated American design.

Tell us about your passion for classic cars and motorsports, andthe launch of Shelby Revolution?Cars have always been a passion of mine. I enjoy the mechanical nature ofcars. They’re a lot like timepieces in that way—thousands of machined partscoming together to create one cohesive mechanical movement. The ShelbyRevolution watch collection came about because Shelby is an iconicAmerican brand and I wanted to celebrate their achievements and the markthey’ve left on American design.

What are your best-selling watch styles at the moment?The new Revolution collection has had an incredible response, both theautomatic and the chronograph. We offer it in a number of variations,including a beautiful rose gold case. The Shelby, which is a limited editionwithin the Revolution collection, is extremely popular and is mostlyreserved on pre-order.

What’s your personal favorite watch these days and why?Recently, I’ve been wearing a steel chronograph Revolution with a bracelet.It has a beautiful, clean aesthetic and I like the heft and feel of it. Plus it’s a

sport watch, so I also appreciate its ruggedness.

And your personal favorite car?There are so many beautiful cars out there that it’s difficult to pickone, but my favorite genre is certainly American muscle. There’san elegant simplicity to American muscle cars, both vintage and

modern, that I find appealing. It’s that simple design thatmakes it so easy for owners to customize and improve

them, and essentially express their own personalities.

“I enjoy the mechanical nature of cars.They’re a lot like timepieces: thousandsof machined parts coming together tocreate one cohesive mechanicalmovement.” –Evan Yurman, Director of Design, Men’s and Timepieces, David Yurman

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Tivol knows the value of something that stands the test of time. At UMB, we do too. We’ve been around for 99 years, and we’re doing what it takes to be here for the next 99. Welcome to the past, present and future of banking.

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Remember when the open skies were friendly and flying felt glamorous? Your vacation started at the airport, beforesecurity measures became a burden. Flight attendants were bright-eyed, gorgeous and envied for having the dream job. In-flight amenities were small treasures, and yes, bags flew free. We think it’s high time to bring the fun back to flying.

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FLYING CHEFSMost airline food is just dreadful, but TurkishAirlines has remedied the problem with on-boardchefs on all its long-haul, business class service. Sowhether you’re headed to Cape Town, Hong Kongor Istanbul, you can enjoy meals prepared by chefswith years of top restaurant and hotel experience.The menu includes traditional Turkish dishes aswell as international favorites like Chilean Sea Bass.In addition to the food, the business class service isimpeccable, with attentive flight attendants andplush sleep seats. With more than 200international flight destinations, you can enjoy adecent meal and great service around (and above)the globe. Visit turkishairlines.com. —JC

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Dream up any excuse you can—birthday, anniversary, graduation—tofly to Paris in style on Open Skies, anall business class airline. Choosefrom a selection of unbelievablycomfortable BizBeds or ampleBizSeats. The flight attendants arefriendly and the fares are reasonablefor the service offered (check thewebsite for seasonal deals). Flightsfrom New York (Newark) arrive atOrly Ouest, a much smaller airportthat’s easier to navigate than Charlesde Gaulle, with the same directtransport links into the center ofParis. Visit flyopenskies.com. —JC

Arrive refreshed in anOpen Skies BizBed.

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WE HAVE LIFT-OFFOnly a cheeky billionaire like Sir Richard Branson can get awaywith using the term “Upper Class” to distinguish top-deckseating aboard his Virgin Atlantic flights. Considered business-class-affordable, yet not-quite-first class, the 33-seat cabinoffers fabulous quirks that make that other class the forgottenone. The nightclub-esque walk-up bar decked out in 1,000Swarovski crystals and manned by a generous bartender comesoff as exclusive and hip without seeming pretentiously stuffy.(Booze and that thick velvety curtain help, too.) Mood lightingchanges color throughout the flight, encouraging passengers to“relax, unwind, fall asleep and adjust time zones.” The lounge-like seats flip forward into the longest flat beds in business class,complete with down duvets. The black cotton sleepwear is acharming and comfy offering not to be passed up before youdisappear into the pod-like seats; they’re angled into aherringbone formation and enclosed with cubicle-like “suite”walls, so high that the person seated next to you has to peerover to communicate. The solution: Come mealtime, personalentertainment systems fold away so a couple can face oneanother to dine. Visit virginatlantic.com. —SL

THE GOLDEN AGE OF TRAVELEmbracing the idea that a luxe lifestyle shouldn’t stop when you’re suspended 34,000 feet above ground, Singapore Air has introduced the AirbusA380, a behemoth double-decker flying cruise ship. Enjoy one of the 60 leather lie-flat business class seats, the most spacious in the world at 34 incheswide, in the upper deck of the plane. When you’re not asleep beneath Givenchy bedding, the entertainment is addictive courtesy of SilverKris, anextensive multimedia library of current and classic movies and TV shows from around the world. A true mark of luxury is choice. That means makingdelightful decisions such as: Dom Perignon or Krug? Should I sample eight wine varietals or two Singapore Sling recipes? You’ll also relish the optionson the seasonal menu, served on fine Givenchy china and linens. Think capsicum confit and kalamata olive potatowa. (Passengers can pre-reserve theirentrées using the Book-The-Cook feature, exclusively at singaporeair.com.) And for $18,000 a seat, choose a Pullman train car-inspired single- ordouble-occupancy cabin suite—the ultimate in in-flight privacy. —SL

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With his distinguished good looks and old-world charm, it’slittle wonder that Aaron Basha has established himself as amajor player in the world of fine jewelry. Under his

impassioned leadership, the Aaron Basha collection has flourished,appealing to people across the globe. His charm, wit, charisma,sophistication, personal style and vision have helped propel the brandfrom New York to Europe to Dubai and beyond.

Basha is most famous for his signature collection baby shoe charms, wornby celebrities, in-the-know mothers and adoring grandmothers the worldover. Since 1990, he has designed these fine jewelry charms, charm braceletsand charm necklaces in addition to his trendsetting collection of evil eyes—the ancient talisman of good luck—as well as an exquisite collection ofunforgettable, one-of-a-kind couture pieces. The Aaron Basha collections arediverse, but each piece is infused with wit and whimsy and is designed tocelebrate life, love and good fortune.

Basha prides himself on seeking out the joy in life. Whether in theeveryday or in life’s most celebrated moments, his personal style reflectshis outlook. He believes in fanciful, whimsical, mystical elegance. “To me,the point of dressing with style is about effortless pleasure and puredelight. From our signature baby shoe charms to our evil eye collectionto our array of shirt studs and cuff links, we make dressing well an act ofexpressing whimsy and enjoyment. We are in the business of elegance,but we are also in the business of fun.

“What is life, without marking life’s milestones?” he asks. “Moments ofcelebration come and go, but the charms worn by our customers serve asdaily remembrances of life’s most precious moments. Our charms create avisual biography signifying the touchstones along life’s path. They arewoven into the fabric of life, given by mothers and fathers to daughters,husbands to wives, and children to their parents. Children grow up knowingwhich charm is ‘theirs’ and thus form a lifelong bond with our brand. Thecharms become loving representations that are cherished and handeddown from generation to generation.”

Born in 1930 to parents both in the jewelry business, Basha had anappreciation for fine metals and precious gems in his blood. Trained andcertified as a master diamond cutter by age 16, it was evident that he hadinherited the family gift. This gift, along with his passion for travel, adventureand seeking new experiences across the globe, would shape his future.

In the 1970s, Basha opened his first boutique in Canada, and in the ’80s,he opened another in London’s tony Mayfair district. But wherever heroamed, one thing remained constant: his love of family and hisappreciation of life’s most precious moments.

To celebrate the birth of his first grandchild, Basha crafted a stunningbaby shoe of gold and diamonds for his wife to wear as a charm. And sothe iconic Aaron Basha baby shoe charm was born.

“I am most happy,” Basha reveals, “when I can help people find theperfect piece to express what is in their hearts.”

THE PRINCE OF CHARMSAARON BASHA HAS MARRIED HIS PASSION FOR THE ART OF WHIMSY

WITH HIS LOVE OF FAMILY, RESULTING IN A COLLECTION THAT CELEBRATES LIFE.

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Fall/Winter 2012: The Magic of Color

Pantone LLC is the worldrenowned authority on color. Its palettes are known globally as the standard languages for color communication in a variety of industries, from designer to manufacturer to retailer to customer. In 1963, Lawrence Herbert, Pantone’s founder, created an innovative system of identifying, matching and communicating colors to solve the problems associated with producing accurate color matches in the graphic arts community. Since then, Pantone has expanded its color matching system concept to other color critical industries, including digital

technology, textiles, plastics, architecture, contract interiors and paint. Each season, the company releases its color trend forecast for the coming months. The predictions for fall/winter 2012 are spoton with the trends TIVOL also sees in its jewelry designs. Regarding this season’s selections, Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of Pantone, says, “By playing to consumers’ practical side with versatile neutrals, and 8))'1.#$" 12%.&" ()#!*%#(%" 0.12" 8)/*:" spirited hues, this skillfully balanced palette has something for everyone.” We share those sentiments exactly.

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H. Stern18K yellow gold and brown diamond earrings$2,800

TIVOL Collection Sunstone beaded necklace with brown and orange diamonds$2,350

Roberto Coin18K white gold ring with quartz, motherofpearl

and black diamonds$6,700

TIVOL Collection18K rose gold, !"&%")9,/",#*"

diamond earrings$8,995

A. Jaffe18K white and rose gold ring with sapphire and diamonds$17,350

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Ron Hami DesignsSterling silver men’s ring

with green onyx$530

TIVOL Collection18K white gold earringswith diamonds and emeralds$15,535

RahaminovPlatinum and diamond ring with oval emerald

$43,000

at the nelson-atkins museum of art

ultramarine green

pantone brings a calming element to the fall and winter color mix with ultramarine green

TIVOL CollectionSterling silver and 18K yellow gold men’s cuff links with Arizona turquoise from the Kingman mine $1,195

Penny Preville18K yellow gold earrings with emeralds and diamonds $11,840

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in mission hills maserati courtesy of aristocrat motors

french roastCartierCalibre De Cartier with 18K rose gold and brown dial$10,000

rich and robust, french roast is a tasty, sophisticated hue that is a great alternative to the black and charcoal basics typically worn in the fall

TIVOL Collection18K yellow gold and brown diamond men’s ring$23,260

TIVOL CollectionSterling silver and

18K yellow gold diamond earrings

$7,800

Ron Hami Designs18K yellow gold and brown leather men’s bracelet$1,995

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rhapsody

“Makeup takes center stage with jewel eye shadow tones of Purple and Deep Greens, long lashes, Ruby lips and shim-mer nails.” — Nicole Fischelis, Group Vice President/Fashion Director, Macy’s

ArmentaMedieval cross earrings with sugelite, quartz and diamonds$4,590

ethereal rhapsody is a grayed-down purple that also encourages comfort and serenity with its quiet, muted tone

TIVOL CollectionSterling silver and moonstone necklace with sugelite beads$595

Michael BondanzaPlatinum, lavender spinel and diamond ring$26,695

TIVOL Collection18K white gold, mixed pearl

and quartz necklace$4,690TIVOL Collection

18K white gold earrings with diamonds and purple spinel$9,375

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David YurmanSterling silver men’s dog tag with black diamonds$1,450

titanium

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David YurmanSterling silver and lapis bead woven bracelet$595

Patek PhilippeLadies’ stainless steel

Twenty4 watch$13,000

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sensible and strong, olympian blue is a patriotic

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TIVOL CollectionPastel, multicolor fresh water pearl necklace$3,300

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Ron Hami DesignsSterling silver men’s dog tag with black onyx and 18K rose gold inlay$3,455

TIVOL Collection18K rose gold ring with rose quartz and brown diamonds $2,465

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Mikimoto18K white gold necklace

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David YurmanSterling silver ring with lemon citrine and diamonds$695

Carelle18K yellow gold ring with green quartz and diamonds $2,290

TIVOL Collection 18K yellow gold necklace

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LAGOS: I have been so fortunate in my career. In 35 years there have been so many exciting times. I think the best parts have always involved the people and the product. Jewelry is so personal and emotional. People are drawn to jewelry to feel good and as a symbol of their love. I get a lot from my team, the individuals and their commitment to the brand. They are always striving to give the customer the best possible %Q9%&.%#(%5"A/'):")3&"(3'1)-%&'",&%"1%&&.!(5"62%<"'%%T"out and buy our creations and attach their emotions. We’re part of their lives. It’s pretty special.

As for where we are going, we will to continue create the best designs and craftsmanship. Jewelry is the oldest art form in existence and I am proud to know that we will leave many, many pieces that will be cherished for hundreds of years. I have a lot left to explore.

TIVOL: How did you get your start?

LAGOS: I was raised by my parents to be artistic. I have studied drawing, painting, sculpture and drafting my whole life. I always knew that I would have a creative career. When I was in high school I began experimenting with jewelry. The more I learned about it, the more there was to learn. After high school, I got a job in the back room of a jewelry store outside Philadelphia. There, I met a Russian master jeweler who inspired me to dig deeper. I have a saying: “You don’t get in the jewelry business; the jewelry business gets in you.”

TIVOL: What are your earliest memories of Harold Tivol? How has TIVOL impacted your career?

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TIVOL: What are the most exciting pieces you’re currently working on?

LAGOS: I’m energized and working on many exciting new things. I have such an awesome team. They have allowed me to travel a lot and explore other cultures and ideas. We are currently creating a new gold collection. This presents new challenges since this valuable metal is even more precious than ever. We can’t simply make our current silver pieces in gold. We’re creating a new LAGOS brand language suited for the metal and the times. I like to stay modern and relevant.

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Steven Lagos (left) with Harold and Ruthie Tivol (right) in 1991.

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If you watch Bravo’s cooking shows, Chef George Mendes might be afamiliar face. He appeared on the third season of Top Chef Masters,which won him many foodie fans of the (mostly) female variety. But sex

appeal isn’t the only dish Mendes serves up. For this first-generationAmerican born to Portuguese parents, cooking has always been about thefresh, the local, the in-season, the simple: in other words, the most deliciousfoods nature has to offer. Growing up in Danbury, Connecticut, Mendes wasalways surrounded by good food. He’d help his mother and aunt in thekitchen and work in the garden out back with his father.

As a result, Mendes enjoys working with his hands. It was either a careerin interior design and architecture, or working as a chef. His decision to cookcame ultimately, he says, “because I constantly have to be in motion anddoing something; I couldn’t be stuck in an office.”

A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York,he worked under culinary legends Alain Ducasse and David Bouley andrefined his palate in France, Spain, San Francisco and D.C. at a number ofMichelin-starred hotspots. In 2009, he finally went solo to open Aldea inNew York City. The rustic yet classic restaurant featuring Spanish, Frenchand Portuguese influences has already scored a Michelin star of its own,been deemed one of the country’s 10 best new restaurants by GQ’s AlanRichman, and helped Mendes become a finalist for the James BeardFoundation’s Best Chef New York Award.

Accent managed to catch Mendes in a rare free moment to chat abouthis impressive accomplishments.

What’s your ideal meal?I love my beef. At Keens Steakhouse, I dig into a nice porterhouse, a Caesar

salad, some oysters and wine. A good steak on my day off helps me feelnourished and relaxed.

You’ve traveled a lot during your career. Besides New York’s,what other food scenes do you take inspiration from?My family roots in Portugal are a huge influence. I go twice a year and lovevisiting the local cafés, beer bars and gastropubs. Everything is so simplyprepared and fresh. Also, Paris, the south of France, Barcelona and SanSebastian are important to me. That’s where I spent my early years learning.What Canada and Denmark are doing with the foraging movement is anothergreat influence. It’s nothing extremely new though, just a return to the basics.

It’s funny that people today see eating locally as a trend. Everything is in season somewhere in the world. It’s my responsibility as achef to utilize what’s nearby, support farmers, focus on what is sustainablefor the area and care about our oceans. It’s a responsibility I take seriously.

How do your Portuguese roots shape your sensibility as a chef?My parents are immigrants and farmed their own food. They continued a lotof those values at our home in Connecticut. We had a garden that I’d helpmy dad prepare each season. It was a way of life for us. Our kitchen tablewas especially influenced in the spring and summer months because of thatgarden. It taught me the importance of knowing where my food came from.

The [Portuguese] culture, the homey rustic feel of eating at home duringthe holidays, and the feasts my family would prepare are my strongestmemories. Christmas, New Year’s Eve and Thanksgiving were always biglavish feasts that my mom and aunt would spent days preparing for.

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How do you describe the cuisine at Aldea?I operate with my history in mind: the Portuguese were seafarers andexplorers, discovering new lands. We brought spices and new flavorsthat influenced a lot of menus. Aldea is Portuguese-inspired withglobal influences. Early on, Portugal had colonies throughout theworld, so you can see flavors from Brazil, Japan and India in my menu.You can also see my French training in there. All of my exploring hashelped define my style.

What is your presentation style?Minimalist. I like to focus on the color of food. My favorite time of yearis spring, where all these edible colors pop out naturally. I’m not one tomanipulate. I love the bounty of what comes in during those months.And maybe it’s my Mediterranean roots, but I love to enjoy my meals inthe sun.

I know the term ‘fusion’ is kind of overused...I hate the word fusion. Some chefs will mismatch cuisines just to becreative, but they don’t necessarily know what they’re doing in terms ofpairing flavors. You should know your history and combine things becausethey work. You don’t just pair because you want to create some new,unheard-of style. These fusion chefs overlook history and ancestry. Truecooking comes from your heart, your ancestry, what was in your home.

What are some exciting things on your menu right now?We’re using a lot of ramps, wild leeks, wild onions and wildflowers. We’reworking with a forager, Evan Strusinski, who is bringing in things from thewild—herbs and plants not readily available from our regular sources. We’realways looking for new ingredients. We’re using chickweed, different kindsof mints and wintergreens, fiddlehead ferns, ramps and all kinds of excitingstuff in the mushroom category.

If you’ve never eaten at Aldea, try the sea urchin toast; it’s refined andelevated. Or anything with shrimp, my duck rice... I’d say they all encompassrustic refinement.

That’s a lot to introduce to the average (potentially not-so-adventurous) eater!It’s about coming across what grows naturally in the woods that peopledon’t know they can eat. The forager has been providing us with things thatI didn't know existed!

For winter we’ll work with more robust, heartier flavors. Warm foods withan elevated level of refinement. Look for the tripe stew with root vegetablesand quail eggs. Plus, winter means blue truffle season.

Are there plans to open a second restaurant?We have plans but there is no forecast. When the right place comes along,then it’s the right time. We need a place that allows our vision to flourish,so it could take another 18 months to come together.

You were on Top Chef Masters, so you’ve got an insider’sperspective on the reality show business. What are yourthoughts about these cooking shows?I’m really split on it. Food TV can have a great impact on business, but itreally depends on the chef’s desires. Does he want to be on TV, or doeshe want to be in his restaurant? Top Chef Masters was difficult, but it wasa fantastic experience. Some of the food shows are just aboutentertainment; they pretty much forget the food. But Tom Colicchio and

Top Chef really give food the opportunity to shine. I love to be in myrestaurant, but it was a great platform for exposure.

Would you do TV again?I would, if it were the right fit. I’d love an educational role where I teach thepublic about Portuguese cuisine, about growing your own food and eatingas local as possible. I don’t want to be formed into a character.

Do you have a cookbook in the works?It’s scheduled for spring 2014. It will be about Aldea, and be an introductionto Portuguese cuisine for the home cook. It will also include the story of mylife and, of course, some great recipes.

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Eggs Baked withPeas, Linguiça

and Baconextra-virgin olive oil,as needed

11/2 ounces slab bacon cutinto 1/2-inch slices, then into 1/4-inchbatons

1/2 white Spanish onion,finely diced

3 garlic cloves, thinlysliced

1 fresh California bayleaf, notches tornevery 1/2 inch

1 pinch crushed redchile flakes

3 tbsp. strainedtomatoes

2 ounces linguiça, cutinto 1/2-inch dice

1/4 ounce chorizo, casingremoved and thinlysliced

2 cups frozen petit peaskosher salt to taste

4 large eggs1/2 cup parsley leaves,

choppedfresh lemon juice,to taste

Preheat oven to 350°F. Heat a4-quart cocotte over mediumheat. Add just enough olive oilto coat the bottom, then addthe bacon. Cook, stirring

occasionally, until the fat isrendered and the bacon lightlybrowned, about 4 minutes.Transfer the bacon to a dish.

Add the onion, garlic, bayleaf and chile flakes to thecocotte and cook, stirring, untiltender but not browned, about3 minutes. Add the tomatoesand 1 teaspoon olive oil andcook, stirring and scrapingdown the sides of the pan, for 4minutes. The tomatoes shouldbe sizzling steadily. Stir in thelinguiça, chorizo, reservedbacon and 1 teaspoon olive oil.Cook, stirring occasionally, untilheated through, about 2minutes. Stir in the peas andseason to taste with salt.

Make 4 little nests for theeggs in the mixture, spacingthem a few inches apart.Carefully break an egg intoeach nest, making sure eachegg is nestled in the stew andflush with the top.

Transfer to the oven andbake until the egg whites areset but the yolks are still runny,about 8 minutes.

Top with the parsley andseason to taste with lemonjuice. Serve immediately.Serves 4.

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cake and drink it, too.Enter the ‘‘skinny’’ cocktail. First

popularized by Real Housewife BethennyFrankel and her line of Skinnygirl pre-mixed cocktails (and now wines), the ideahas spread, particularly to beach andresort destinations where a few extracalories go a long way. New York’s HaruSushi recently launched a Skinny HappyHour. The very posh St. Julien Hotel andSpa in Boulder is offering an elegant line-up of low-cal and no-cal (mock)cocktails, as is the Saltbox gastropub inSan Diego. While most mixed drinks runin the 200 to 500 calorie range (ormore!), drinks on the new menu have asfew as 90 calories per glass (usually a 4-ounce serving) and are still full of flavor.

‘‘We have plenty of higher proofand classic cocktails on the menu,’’ saysErin-Elizabeth Williams, the beveragemanager for Saltbox. ‘‘But San Diego isalso a driving city and a fitness-orientedcity. The designated driver and dietershouldn’t have to miss out on all the fun.’’

Patti Stanger, host of Bravo’s TheMillionaire Matchmaker, agrees. Sherecently became a strategic partner at Ty-Ku spirits (sake, soju and liqueurs), in partbecause of her desire to promote tasty,low-cal cocktail options. ‘‘A while back, Ihad lost a lot of weight, and wantedsomething that could get me over first-datejitters without a lot of calories. Sake was thedrink.’’ A mojito made with Ty-Ku liqueur,

mint, Perrier and lime juice, for example, comes in at only 74 calories.In addition to the Skinnygirl brand, you’ll now find other pre-made and

low-cal options on liquor store shelves. New Zealand-based VnC Cocktails’pre-mixed drinks feature real fruit juices and about 14%

vodka or tequila, keeping calories down to around 150 aserving. And Voli Vodka drops its potency a bit (to 70proof), meaning the flavored brand requires less flavoring(sweeteners) to overcome the alcohol. Just remember—moderation is still the key. Drinking three or four of thesetasty treats leads to trouble. And a tighter-fitting dress.

SLENDERIZE YOUR COCKTAILS• Replace sodas and tonics with sparkling water. This

can cut your calories in half. (Mitigate flavor loss witha lime or grapefruit-flavored Perrier.)

• Use fresh, seasonal fruits rather than high-caloriepurees, juices or pre-bottled mixers.

• Replace rum or light whiskies with sake or soju, lowerin calories while still adding flavor (unlike vodka).

• Don't discount liqueurs: Cointreau has a lower caloriecount than many grain-distllied spirits, according toWilliams.

• Avoid booze with additives. Many lower-qualityliquors (and wines) add sugar, caramel and othergoodies to their ‘‘pure’’ product.

• When drinking (or mixing with) Champagne, develop ataste for the drier varieties (Extra Sec, Brut and UltraBrut) which have far less residual sugar.

• In the 1790s, before there were cocktails, there wereSlings: a little booze and a lot of water (think ScotchHighball). The Japanese drink similar cocktails, like 2

ounces of Hibiki or Yamakazi whiskey, with alarge dose of soda water and ice.

Refreshing and light. • Or follow Partida Tequila’s lead

with its signature margarita:using agave nectar andspring water in place of triplesec and reducing the tequilaby a half ounce shaves off

200 calories but actuallyenhances flavor.

LOW-CAL DRINKS THAT DON’T SKIMP ON TASTE. BY ROBERT HAYNES-PETERSON

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