THE MAGAZINE OF LIFE’S CELEBRATIONS WINTER 2017-2018
JEWELRY STARS CELEBRATE 12 METRO DETROITERS GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY
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From the Runways Beauty Trends Natural Colored Diamonds Tapper’s Celebrates 40 Years Designers: John Hardy Styling Your Jewelry Like a Pro Ring Bling Designers: Roberto Coin Timepieces: Grand Seiko Timepieces: Breitling Tapper’s Top 10 Essentials Designers: Mikimoto A Watch for Every Occasion Tapper’s Jewelry Stars Timepieces: IWC Tapper’s Signature Cut Diamond Bridal: Martin Flyer Timepieces: Casio G-Shock Designers: Charles Krypell
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Shown above: Exquisite diamond collar totaling 54 carats with pearshaped diamonds and a rare 5.81 carat fancy yellow diamond drop.
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ON THE COVER Christina Lee
Mrs. Michigan, 2017 Wearing: 18K white gold and titanium large diamond drop earrings; Sapphire and diamond oval ring in 18K white gold; 18K white gold and diamond seven-row bangle bracelet.
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Dear Friends, Tapper’s first opened its doors in 1977 and, as we celebrate our 40th anniversary, we are overcome with gratitude when we reflect on all of the celebrations that you’ve allowed us to play a part in. Whether we helped you mark a birthday, professional milestone, engagement, anniversary, bar/bat mitzvah, first communion, graduation, or another event, we feel fortunate that we were able to help you mark the moment with a gift from Tapper’s. Without the dedication of our associates and your support, we could not have come this far. Thank you. We are also fortunate to have welcomed two new additions to the Tapper family this year: We are thrilled to have Mark and Leora’s new son, Shay, in our lives, and to have celebrated the marriage of Steven and Patti’s son, Alex, to Erica. Additionally, it was with great excitement that we recently opened our newly remodeled store at Somerset Collection—complete with an expanded bridal department, a new Rolex shop, and a refreshment bar which we named the Tapper’s Tap. Please stop in to see what’s new and take a few moments to relax during the upcoming holiday shopping season. We would love to see you. Best wishes for peace, love, and lots of joy this holiday season. Howard, Steven, Mark, and the entire Tapper’s Family
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From top: Howard (left) and Steven (right) Tapper, 1977 Steven and Patti Tapper, 2017 Howard and Susan Tapper, 2017
EXTRAORDINARY ESTATE JEWELRY FOR THE DISCRIMINATING COLLECTOR, INCLUDING SIGNED PIECES FROM RENOWNED DESIGNERS
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TAPPER’S 18K yellow gold curb link necklace, 18” | $18,750 MARCO BICEGO 18K yellow gold twisted hoop earrings | $1,980 ROBERTO COIN 18K yellow gold drop earrings | $1,200 ROLEX 18K yellow gold watch with mother-of-pearl dial and diamond markers | $31,200 5 MARCO BICEGO 18K yellow gold twisted bracelets, narrow | $990, wide | $2,450, ROBERTO COIN 18K yellow gold bracelet with pavé diamonds | $2,500 6 CHARLES KRYPELL 18K two-tone braided ring with center row of diamonds | $5,790
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1 PENNY PREVILLE 18K white gold and diamond necklace, 18” | $8,470 2 TAPPER’S 14K white gold necklace with diamond drops, 18” | $1,099 3 PENNY PREVILLE 18K white gold and diamond crossover ring | $2,640 4 DAVID YURMAN STAX pendant and chain in sterling silver and diamonds | $2,500 5 KWIAT 18K white gold and diamond earrings | $3,650 6 DAVID YURMAN STAX wide bangle in sterling silver with diamonds | $4,900 9
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1 KISMET champagne diamond and 14K rose gold five-strand necklace | $3,080 2 JOHN HARDY LEGENDS NAGA pendant in sterling silver with blue sapphire eyes on mini rolo chain, 18” | $695 3 TAPPER’S 14K rose gold and diamond star drop earrings | $1,249 4 HUEB LUMINOUS black diamond earrings in 18K white gold | $4,140 5 TAPPER’S 14K rose gold and diamond wide filigree ring | $1,599 6 JOHN HARDY LEGENDS NAGA twofinger ring in sterling silver with blue sapphire eyes | $695 10
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6. SENSORIAL JOURNEY Somerset House’s recent London exhibition, “A Sensory Journey Through Contemporary Scent,” explored the emotional connection that is a burgeoning trend in the luxury beauty category. Search for fragrances that evoke unexpected places or moments.
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3. NO MAKEUP MAKEUP “Flawless but bare,” #iwokeuplikethis and #nomakeup are all trending. Laura Mercier’s Tinted Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 20 Sunscreen “gives skin a fresh, healthy, no-makeup look with a soft hint of color,” says Mercier.
5. BODY & MIND 4. GLOWING COMPLEXION “Strobing” means to highlight with light only—think dewy glow. Shiseido’s Synchro Skin Glow Luminizing Foundation Broad Spectrum SPF 20 synchronizes throughout the day to maintain an all-day luminous finish. By Terry Glow-Expert Duo Stick claims to be the ultimate strobing tool, a three-inone blush, bronzer, highlighter with integrated blending brush.
Fully reconnect body and mind through experiential elements. Two years in development, Elemis’ Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm uses sublime texture, distinctive aromatics and a spa experience to relax you and your skin.
Your virtual beauty assistant is in with step-by-step tutorials based on your face, features and skin type. The Wow How app uses a virtual beautician and augmented reality to teach makeup applications that enhance your features prior to buying from affiliated retailers.
8. MULTITASKING Time savers for active women are in demand. Take Shiseido’s Sports WetForce, a sunscreen and makeup in one that uses an innovative technology to cause the sunscreen’s SPF 50+ UV protection to become even more effective when exposed to water or perspiration for 30 minutes.
9. SALT THERAPY Himalayan Dry Salt Therapy at Breathe Salt Rooms aims to improve respiratory systems, skin conditions and overall wellness. The Cove at the Shore Lodge in McCall, Idaho boasts granite-lined heated saltwater pools to immerse you in the stuff.
10. THICK BROWS To grow them, Fernanda Lacerda of NYC’s Maria Bonita Salon & Spa and MB45 Studio recommends regularly visiting an eyebrow guru and using an eyelash booster on your brows. Microblading, a form of tattooing and a popular alternative, should be carefully considered with pre- and postprocedures followed closely. “Look at tons of pictures, client recommendations and reviews before you commit,” Lacerda advises.
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RAREFIED REALM of
NATURAL COLOR DIAMONDS
For centuries, natural color diamonds have been regarded as the world’s most sought-after gems, by knowledgable collectors and even royalty. Natural color diamonds have long been treasured for their rarity: coveted by many, but owned by few. These diamonds are truly wonders of the world, as old as the Earth itself, yet never have they been more sought after than they are today; their scarcity is at the heart of their desirability.
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COLOR
Only one in 10,000 diamonds mined displays enough natural color to be designated a fancy color diamond by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). Theirs is a discreet luxury: In the rarefied realm of fancy color diamonds, strength of color is more important than the size of the stone. Natural color diamonds can be 10 to 20 times more valuable than their colorless counterparts, and their popularity as an alternative is growing. However, no one acquires a fancy color diamond for its investment value alone. Their allure lies in their mesmerizing beauty, rarity, mystery and unique provenance. Rare natural color diamonds have increased in value exponentially in the last 10 years, often by double digits year over year. According to leading trade organizations, auction houses and expert diamantaires, rare fancy pink and fancy blue diamonds have led the way, growing by well over 300 percent on average and outperforming most other asset classes in the same period. As global financial markets continue to demonstrate volatility and instability, affluent collectors and investors around the world are acquiring natural color diamonds to protect their wealth, and to transfer it from one generation to the next. Meanwhile, as demand rises, the earth’s supply of fancy color diamonds is dwindling: The Cullinan Mine in South Africa is today the only important source of blue diamonds; Australia’s Ellendale Mine, a main source of yellows, has recently ceased production; and Rio Tinto’s Argyle Mine in Western Australia, the source of most pink diamonds, is scheduled to close by 2020.
In diamonds, rarity equals value. With diamonds in the normal range, value is based on the absence of color, because colorless diamonds are the rarest. With fancy color diamonds—the ones outside the normal color range—the rarest and most valuable colors are saturated reds, pinks, blues and greens. In all cases, even very slight color differences can have a big impact on value. Compared to fancy yellows and browns, diamonds with a noticeable hint of any other hue are considerably more rare. Even in light tones and weak saturation, as long as they show color in the face-up position, they qualify as fancy colors. Red, green and blue diamonds with medium to dark tones and moderate saturations are extremely rare.
CLARITY
With fancy color diamonds, color is the dominant value factor. Even diamonds with numerous inclusions that result in a low clarity grade are prized by connoisseurs if they display attractive face-up color. Of course, inclusions that threaten the gem’s durability can lower a fancy color diamond’s value significantly. Fancy color diamonds can exhibit color graining, which is considered an inclusion. CUT
Size and shape are two aspects of cut that can influence diamond color. The larger a diamond is, or the deeper its pavilion, the farther light can travel in it. This can often lead to a richer, more intense color. C A R AT W E I G H T
As with diamonds in the normal D-to-Z color range, large fancy color diamonds are rarer and more valuable than small ones. Some information courtesy of GIA.
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from left: Mark Tapper, Howard Tapper, Steven Tapper
TAPPER’S CELEBRATES 40 YEARS OF WELCOMING GUESTS LIKE FAMILY
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Since Howard sold his car and took out a loan to open the first Tapper’s store in Southfield, on Twelve Mile Road, in 1977, Tapper’s is and always has been family owned and operated.
“My father’s dream was always for the family to go into business together,” says Howard Tapper, CEO and owner of Tapper’s, the premier destination for gifts of diamonds, fine jewelry, and Swiss timepieces in the Metro Detroit area.
Now marking our 40th anniversary, Tapper’s has grown to three locations and employs multiple family members beyond Howard, Steven, and Mark: Susan (Howard’s wife), Barbara (Howard and Steven’s sister), Patti (Steven’s wife), Marla (Howard’s daughter) and Leora (Mark’s wife).
alk to any Tapper about the business they’ve built, and you’ll hear one word over and over: “family.” From our beginnings, Tapper’s has always been devoted not only to our founding family but to the families we have served for 40 years.
Chimes in Howard’s son Mark; “The business was always in our family’s DNA.” “Tapper’s is woven into the fabric of the lives of Michiganders current and former, too”, adds Howard’s brother Steven. “A hundred times I’ve heard from people who moved away; ‘I just stepped off the plane and I came to Tapper’s before even going home. You’re family.’ It means everything to us.”
The Tapper’s tradition, rooted in customer service that treats every store visitor like a member of the family, began with Howard’s and Steven’s entrepreneurial spirit as children. They sold ice cream, cotton candy, snow cones, newspapers, and more.
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40th anniversary “Once, the paper company was on strike, and I found a way to buy some newspapers and sell them myself out of a wagon,” Howard laughs.
“I WANTED PEOPLE COMING THROUGH THE DOOR TO FEEL NOT ONLY COMFORTABLE, BUT HAPPY THAT THEY COULD BUY A GREAT GIFT WITH CONFIDENCE.”
the growth never stopped. In 1995 Howard and Steven moved the original store to West Bloomfield, and the second Tapper’s shop opened at Twelve Oaks Mall in 2007. Three years later came the third store at Somerset Collection North.
But Howard’s dreams became focused on HOWARD TAPPER jewelry at age 15, when he sold a gold watch while working at E.L. Rice. Adrenaline Today, the company employs 90 associates and coursed through his veins, and he never forgot the several employees have been with the company for feeling. He spent 13 years working for others, making more than three decades. In the 40 years since the his name as a virtuoso buyer who forged strong company’s founding, much has changed: trends in relationships with vendors by sticking to his word. jewelry, economic cycles, the rise of online retail, and “It was a very successful period for me, but I had much more. What hasn’t changed is the company’s this burning desire to go into business for myself,” commitment to family and the community and our Howard says. dedication to searching the world for the best values and uniquely styled, one-of-a-kind pieces. So, when a popular racquetball facility sprung up in a Southfield complex in 1977, Howard began making Steven credits the personal touch at Tapper’s for the plans. He called the owner of the space and found out store’s longevity. “It all begins with the belief that family a 1,000-square-foot-storefront was available — and comes first. At Tapper’s, we take the time to learn about he promptly sold his car and asked his parents for a our guests, their families, and what truly matters to loan to open the shop. them. We greet people, we offer them a beverage, and we really get to know them: What do you like? What’s in With little start-up capital, Howard founded Tapper’s your jewelry box? Who is this for?” as a discount shop, tapping his vendor relationships to sell him items on credit, even though he did not “I’ve attended weddings and funerals; we’ve been have a credit or business history. But even in this era there for the happy and difficult moments in our the Tapper’s difference was always excellent selection guests’ lives for generations,” Steven says. “We’re and impeccable customer service: “Other places much more than a shop just looking for the dollars, would charge for gift wrap and impose strict return and people feel that.” policies,” Howard explains. “I wanted people to feel But the continued dedication to core values doesn’t not only comfortable but happy coming through the mean that Tapper’s isn’t evolving. As a company, door: That they could buy a great gift with confidence.” we’ve been working to add robust e-commerce On that first day on Twelve Mile Road in 1977, though, features, and Howard’s son, Mark, says the Somerset Howard never dreamed of building Tapper’s to become remodeling plans were aimed at making the store “a Metro Detroit’s premier jeweler. “I figured if I could great meeting place, a nice spot to get a drink, and earn $50,000 a year, my wife and I could have a foura place for couples to relax as they shop our large bedroom house and that was my dream,” he shares. selection of engagement and wedding rings.” But on day one, Howard sold $1,025 in jewelry. The store’s monthly rent? $1,000. The roots had taken hold. Just a few months later Howard’s brother, Steven, who now runs the Tapper’s custom design business, joined the company. So did Howard’s sister, Barbara, who assists with business operations. It was then that the family business truly began. Tapper’s grew slowly at first, but steadily — and
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As it was in 1977, all of our plans for Tapper’s revolve around creating experiences worthy of the most cherished family member. “We always tell our associates the purchase should be the souvenir of the shopping experience; the experience is the gift,” explains Mark. “There are 50 other places our guests can buy a diamond. Tapper’s is the place where they’re family.”
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PRIMORDIAL BEAUTY
THE JOHN HARDY NAGA COLLECTION
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he John Hardy woman is a wonder of paradoxes: power and grace, strength and softness. The luxury artisan jewelry brand’s latest designs in the Naga collection embrace these dualities; it’s a season of beautiful and unexpected pieces. The redesigned Naga collection is John Hardy’s first under new creative director Hollie Bonneville Barden, the first woman to hold the role. She traveled to Bali seeking inspiration for a reinterpretation of John Hardy’s legendary icon Naga, which is shrouded in folklore and myth. “[It was] a unique journey of discovering Bali,” Bonneville Barden says. “Through my creative process, I uncovered that, beyond the Naga myth, Balinese folklore depicts the Naga as an embodiment of different natural spirits—the Earth, the ocean, and the sky, representing the elements of natural phenomena and its raw beauty. To me, this concept of duality is universal.” The concept is evident in not only all pieces but in every detail of the Naga collection, which features elemental sculptural aspects, rebirth-inspired tapered circles, and unexpected combinations such as silver paired with black sapphire. The season also features new iterations of John Hardy’s iconic Chain, Dot, and Bamboo collections. Inspired by the raw strength she found in Bali,
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Bonneville Barden led the design of Naga as a celebration of the power of creation and nature. Each piece is created to take the wearer on a journey— an ethereal experience fueled by the marvel of elemental force. Every detail of the collection can be traced back to that power, giving strength to its wearer: the Naga’s blue sapphire eyes represent the sky and ocean, scroll-like engravings recall waves, and shapes in bracelet links resemble leaves. The stones in particular were chosen for their play of light, explains Bonneville Barden. “I selected the stones not just for their suggestion of power, drama, the fascination of light and color—but the power of creation they represent. I wanted to show nature’s strength through creation.”
The Artisan Handcrafted Modern Chain Collection
John Hardy and Modern Chain Collection are Registered Trademarks.
TAPPER’S TIPS: STYLING YOUR JEWELRY LIKE A PRO
build a
BRACELET STACK
The key to creating a beautiful bracelet stack is finding the right balance between variety and cohesion. Mixing bracelets of completely different styles can look chaotic, yet stacking bracelets that are too similar can seem boring. Here are some tips: Choose your metal(s) Before choosing your bracelets, decide whether you want to stick with one metal, like rose gold, or whether you want to mix metals for more visual interest. Choose your accent color(s) Consider the outfit that you’ll be wearing and decide whether you want to complement it by adding color to your stack, or whether you want to stick with neutrals. Choose your bracelets In general, odd numbers look best, so think about building a stack in a group of three, five, or seven bracelets. Stack similar bracelets for a streamlined look, or be adventurous and choose pieces with different textures and edges. If you are mixing metals, alternate the metal colors in the stack. Experiment Once you have a base stack to work with, the opportunities to alter your look are limitless. Make your stack more edgy by replacing one of the pieces with a leather bracelet or one with pyramid studs. Make it more girly by mixing vintage pieces in with more modern ones.
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PERFECT HOOPS
There are so many different hoop earring sizes and shapes that most women own multiple pairs. Dainty hoops and huggies pair well with professional and/or more casual wardrobes. Larger styles (especially 2” hoops) are very on trend and add instant glamour for a night out on the town. Here is a guide to popular hoop sizes: Inches
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RING STACK
Just like building a bracelet stack, choose your metal(s), accent color(s), and don’t forget to mix textures. For shorter fingers, create a stack of three rings; experiment with adding more to longer fingers. Also, think about telling a story. For example, you might choose rings that feature the birthstones of your children, you and your significant other, or your closest friends.
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TAPPER’S TIPS: STYLING YOUR JEWELRY LIKE A PRO
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LAYER NECKLACES Layer just a couple of necklaces or build a look with several or more. The options are endless! Choose your metal(s) When layering necklaces, stick with one metal type for a streamlined look, or mix it up and layer yellow, white, and/or rose gold to add visual interest. Choose your lengths The prettiest necklace groupings feature a mix of clearly defined lengths, starting from the shortest of 14” to the longest at 33”. Choose your shortest necklace first and make sure that the length works well with your neckline. A slim 14-inch or 16inch choker works well with a scoopneck top, blouse, or T-shirt, while a 20-inch necklace works well with a boatneck and other high necklines. When adding your second necklace, consider choosing one with a different chain. If your shortest necklace has a delicate chain, choose a longer one with a beaded chain or bolder links. In terms of length, it’s fine to choose a second necklace that’s only an inch or two longer than your shortest one, but if your outfit has a deep-V neckline, select one that drops down several inches. When choosing your longest piece, pick one with a bit of weight to anchor your look and frame your shorter necklaces. Pendants and long chains with baubles are great options. 24
Make it Personal Personalize your stack by incorporating initials, birthstones, zodiac signs, religious symbols, or engraved pieces. Add Contrast Add a horizontal bar necklace to break up the lines of more vertical necklaces. Introduce Color Add color to a neutral outfit with bright enameled pendants, gemstones, or colored beads.
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POIS MOI COLLECTION
OVAL HALO
The round halo’s popularity has waned. What’s newly in demand: diamond accents elsewhere, such as on the shank, and the oval halo, an elegant look that elongates and slims the finger. Oval has risen to the top among fancy diamond shapes.
INTERTWINED BANDS
FLOWERS & BOWS
Flowers, vines and leaves seemingly gathered from the garden join bows in bringing the latest bridal gown trends to engagement rings. Floral halos or ribbon-like flourishes make for sophisticated styles that appeal to Boho and classic girls alike.
VINTAGE INSPIRATIONS
Whether twisted or overlapping, this wrapped design focuses attention on the center stone and adds interest to a simpler setting. What better way to signify tying the knot?
COLORED STONES
Vintage has been gaining favor for its glamour and timelessness. Nods to the Victorian and Art Deco periods include delicate engraving and personalized elements.
RING BLING
More than ever, couples want to convey their stories in uniquely personal ways. Today’s abundant engagement ring choices offer an extension of that storytelling.
While colored diamonds in pink, yellow, chocolate and black are all options, colored gemstones are even bigger breakouts. Sapphires, rubies, emeralds, and the dimensional color of alexandrite and opal are being used alone or with diamonds in three-stone settings and halos.
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PEAR & MARQUISE SHAPES
These tapered cuts provide a slenderizing effect on the hand and work well in an array of on-trend settings, from vintage to east/west.
STACKING BANDS
MIXED METAL
More evidence of the non-traditional movement and the desire to assert individuality, rose, yellow, white gold and platinum come together in stacking rings or in a single design.
DOUBLE SHANK
Dual bands offer an architectural and fashion-forward look. Plain or covered in diamonds, it’s a bold yet simple statement
This is the ultimate example of customization and personalization. Rising in status for some time now, stacks are fast becoming the new standard, able to be mixed and matched, worn separately, and added to over time.
DIAMOND & DESIGN DETAILING
DELICATE SETTINGS
EAST/ WEST SETTINGS
Perhaps one of the newest looks is the east/west setting, showcasing a horizontal stone orientation rather than vertical. Unique and versatile, accommodating all manner of stone cuts, this setting creates the illusion of a larger stone and stacks well with other rings.
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Dainty and delicate, simple designs can be as impactful as over-the-top styles. The most popular engagement ring on Pinterest recently was a brilliant round solitaire diamond on a thin, simple band. Traditional and au courant, the design proves sometimes less is truly more.
Unique details kick it up a notch and enhance the center stone. Scrollwork in an ornate setting lends a one-of-kind feel. Elaborate details on the sides of a band add dimensional views. Accent diamonds, in baguettes or unique shapes, ramp up the bling factor.
ROSE GOLD
Uber feminine and romantic, rose gold is probably the trendiest of metals and flatters all skin tones. With more women going for a feminine, fashionable look when walking down the aisle, it’s no surprise pink reigns supreme.
#SCOTTWEST – Argyle Pink Collection
NATURAL COLOR DIAMONDS
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oberto Coin has always been drawn to tales from history, finding inspiration in fables and folklore. His new collection, Venetian Princess, is inspired by his own personal history: a striking study in black and white diamonds, arranged in the fleur-de-lis patterns found in the architecture of his hometown of Venice.
ROBERTO COIN TAPS HIS VENICE ROOTS FOR
VENETIAN PRINCESS COLLECTION
Perhaps the most iconic piece from the Venetian Princess Collection is the slim bangle, featuring a chic square shape that flatters all wrists and a hinge design with a snap clasp. The 1.86 carats of black and white diamonds, on trend for 2017, are reminiscent of the lights glittering on the Venetian canals at night. The white diamonds are set in a beautiful fleur-de-lis pattern, which a young Coin saw all over Venice on buildings like the landmark Palazzo Ducale in Piazza San Marco. Set in 18K white gold or rose gold, the sides of the bangle also showcase hand-woven strands of gold that ensure a look of stunning detail when the piece is viewed at any angle. The pieces in the Venetian Princess Collection — which also include a collar, a medium and a wide bangle, hoop and tapered hoop earrings, a wide and a medium ring, and a locket — are crafted through a mix of modern manufacturing techniques. Different alloys are used for the skeleton of the piece, the setting surface, and the clasp. As with all Roberto Coin pieces, the Venetian Princess Collection is signed with a small ruby set in the inside of the piece. Coin, always drawn to legends and history, was struck years ago when reading Egyptian lore about the ruby: It is said that when the stone touches the skin, it brings peace, prosperity, and joy to the wearer. Coin sets a ruby in each piece as a sign of his personal wish of happiness for his clients.
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timepieces
GRAND SEIKO
The King of Watches G
rand Seiko watches have a distinctive look that reflects Japanese artistic tastes. The design is notable for the purity, simplicity and subtlety of its lines. Grand Seiko calls it “functional beauty,” a style that does not interfere with the reading of the time, but enhances it with harmonious case lines and uncluttered, easy-to-read dials. Key to the design are polished surfaces that reflect rays of light. Since ancient times, Japanese people have admired the subtle gradations between light and shadow in nature. With that inspiration, Grand Seiko uses a simple case design composed of a flat plane and curved line that respond to the movement of light. Grand Seiko creates this hard-edged, flat-surfaced case through a process called zaratsu, or blade polishing. Hand-polishing gives the case a mirrorlike smoothness where light and shadow play.
Grand Seiko makes watches with three different kinds of movements: mechanical, quartz, and Spring Drive. Spring Drive is a technical breakthrough invented by Seiko that combines the best of mechanical and quartz technologies. It’s an automatic watch that gives quartz accuracy without using a battery. No other watch company has this technology. It’s
a testament to the watchmaking savvy of a firm that has made mechanical watches since 1895. The ultimate test of a fine watch is how accurately it measures the passage of time. In this regard, Grand Seiko is unsurpassed. A Grand Seiko quartz watch is accurate to +/- 10 seconds per year. Grand Seiko Spring Drive’s accuracy of +/-1 second per day is unprecedented for a watch powered by a mainspring. As for Grand Seiko mechanical watches, each one comes with a certificate indicating that it has passed the Grand Seiko Inspection Standard. Grand Seiko watches are tested in more positions, at more temperatures, for more days (17!) to stricter tolerances than Swiss chronometers are. They must be accurate to -3 to +5 seconds per day (the Swiss standard is -4 to +6). If a mechanical watch doesn’t meet those strict tolerances, it is rejected. The watch designer who first created the Grand Seiko style in the 1960s said he had three goals: “That users will feel that the watches are high performance; to meet the Japanese aesthetic sense; and to design watches that will be judged highly forever.”
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o watch brand is more closely associated with aviation than Breitling—and its newest limitededition timepiece is particularly imbued with aviation adventure, after circumnavigating the globe on a recordbreaking world tour. From March to September 2017, Breitling‘s twin-engine propeller-driven Douglas DC-3 became the oldest plane to fly around the world—while carrying onboard a 500-piece limited edition of its classic Navitimer aviation chronograph. This steel Navitimer 01 (46 mm) features a caseback engraved with the Breitling DC-3 World Tour logo, and each piece is delivered with a certificate signed by DC-3 flight captain Francisco Agullo. Both the DC-3 and the Navitimer have deep roots in history and in Breitling, which manufactured onboard chronographs for airplane cockpits in the early 1930s. This DC-3 made its maiden flight in the United States on March 9, 1940, before it was delivered to American Airlines and later used by both the U.S. Army and various North American companies. Bought back in 2008 by pilot Agullo and a group of friends with Breitling’s support, and then restored, the DC-3 has since taken
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part in many aeronautical shows as well as numerous Breitling events. Breitling launched the legendary Navitimer watch in 1952, featuring a circular slide rule serving to perform calculations relating to airborne navigation. This model, the Navitimer 01, became the official watch of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association and is the oldest mechanical chronograph still in production. The legendary aircraft and the iconic timepiece came together for the Breitling DC-3 World Tour, which began in Switzerland on the plane’s 77th birthday. The tour traveled to the Middle East, India, southeast Asia, North America, and Europe, concluding with September’s Breitling Sion Airshow. While on the journey, the DC-3 traveled to several other events and airshows, including trips for special passengers to come aboard for certain stretches of the tour. As with all of the notable launches and events in the company’s storied history, Breitling planned the World Tour to share its passion for aeronautics with a vast audience around the globe.
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Immensely versatile, classic diamond studs make any outfit more special; whether you are in yoga wear or a cocktail dress, you’ll look instantly more polished. Tapper’s Bright Crystal Diamond studs have a lot more sparkle than standard diamonds and are available in a variety of carat weights.
EVERYDAY NECKLACE Understated doesn’t have to mean boring. Find a petite necklace with geometric interest and it will look just as good at the office as it does at brunch. Shown: 14K gold and diamond necklaces, bar | $599, circle | $449
Shown: 14K white gold 1 ct tw | $2,499
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DIAMOND BRACELET Infinitely classic, diamond bracelets are anything but boring. Today, they are available in so many different sizes and styles that you can find just the right one to make your unique fashion statement. Shown: All in 14K white gold and specially priced, cluster link | $1,999, line | $1,999, heart link | $1,099
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RIGHTHAND RING For many women, a ring on the left hand is used to mark their marriage but the right hand is all their own. Celebrate yourself with right hand bling. Shown: Diamond band ring in 18K
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white gold |$3,699
STATION NECKLACE Wear a station necklace as a long, single strand or double it for a totally different look. Choose one with precious gemstones, diamonds, or unique metal accents. Shown: Emerald and diamonds in 18K white gold, 51” | Price on request
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PEARL STRAND Long known as the “Queen of Gems,” celebrities like Coco Chanel, Grace Kelly, Audrey Hepburn, and Jackie O made pearls famous, but they have adorned members of royalty for centuries. No jewelry wardrobe is complete without a pearl strand. Shown: Mikimoto 9.5x7.5mm Akoya cultured pearl 18” strand with an 18K yellow gold clasp | $3,500
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WATCH Sure you have an iPhone, but a watch is good for more than just telling time. Fine watches double as jewelry pieces that add shine, polish, and sparkle to your wrist. Shown: Michele watch with diamond dial and two-tone stainless steel bracelet | $1,395
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HOOPS Hoops may be the sexiest style of earrings and they flatter every face shape. Whether you choose simple precious metal hoops or a pair lined with diamonds, you’ll be ready for date night or a girlfriends’ night out. Shown: Hoops in diamonds and 14k white gold, large | $3,499, small | $649
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STACKABLE RINGS
Collecting, mixing, and stacking pretty bands has become an addictive creative outlet for every fashionista we know. Combine metals, gemstones, and styles to build a stack that’s all your own. Shown: Freida Rothman stack of five rings with cubic zirconia in sterling silver and 14K yellow gold plate | $265
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STATEMENT EARRING Light up the room and add a little drama to your party dress with a pair of statement earrings. A perfect complement for bare shoulders and plunging necklines, statement earrings are always festive. Shown: Marco Bicego multi-color semi-precious duster earrings in 18K yellow gold | $3,960 35
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I FAVOR PEARLS ON SCREEN AND IN MY PRIVATE LIFE. -Grace Kelly 36
MIKIMOTO THE TIMELESS ELEGANCE OF A PEARL, SINCE I893
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here is perhaps no object more associated with classic elegance than the cultured pearl. Favored by Hollywood and fashion stars alike, pearls are truly iconic: imbued with old-school glamour, yet possessing a timeless and fashion-forward look. The cultured pearl—and the entire industry that exists today—traces back to Mikimoto.
Company founder Kżkichi Mikimoto, who invented the cultured pearl, set out with a simple mission: “My dream is to adorn the necks of all women around the world with pearls.” But before Mikimoto’s founding in 1893, that dream was not so easy to achieve. In his early life, Kżkichi was troubled by the misshapen and underdeveloped pearls being sold in the market. Meanwhile, the greed of the industry had sent pearl-harvesting into overdrive, nearly causing pearls to become extinct— and allowing only the ultra-wealthy to have access to them. Kżkichi was determined to sell only the highest-quality pearls and realize his dream of bringing these gems of the sea to all women. He spent years conducting careful research and experimentation, and in 1896 he received his first patent for a cultured pearl.
Today, at 124 years old, Mikimoto is still a familyowned company with fourth-generation members now in possession. Over the decades, the Mikimoto pearl has been favored by both celebrities and elegance-minded customers seeking the highest quality in the world. That includes perhaps the two stars most synonymous with old-Hollywood glamour. Marilyn Monroe received a 16-inch strand of 39 Mikimoto pearls from Joe DiMaggio in 1954 while the couple was honeymooning in Japan, and she treasured the necklace as it was one of the few pieces of real jewelry she owned. The eternally elegant Grace Kelly also praised pearls around this time, saying: “I favor pearls on screen and in my private life.” Today’s stars, including Sarah Jessica Parker, Angelina Jolie, and Emma Watson, are also drawn to the unrivaled quality and beauty of Mikimoto pearls. Lady Gaga purchased jewelry at Mikimoto’s Ginza store for herself and for family members during a trip to Japan, later telling V Magazine: “In fashion and in life we all deserve more pearls, please. When you are changing the way people think, your life achievements are working toward the greatest accessory of all time: nerve. Remember that you are as timeless as the pearls on your neck.” 37
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dress: Drive de Cartier watch with large date, retrograde second time zone and day/night indicator in stainless steel with leather strap | $8,750
Panthere de Cartier watch with quartz movement, case in 18K pink gold set with brilliant-cut diamonds and 18K pink gold bracelet | $27,100
work: Jaeger-LeCoultre ladies Reverso classic large duoface watch in stainless steel with navy leather strap featuring two dials and time zones driven by a single automatic movement | $11,400
work: IWC Portugieser chronograph watch in stainless steel with white dial, automatic movement and blue leather strap | $6,900
sport: Breitling Navitimer watch with round black dial, date, automatic movement and black rubber strap | $9,225
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sport: Dior VIII with mother-of-pearl dial with diamond circle, white ceramic bezel and bracelet, and 40-hour power reserve | $7,400
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LEFT TO RIGHT: ANDREW MERRITT, VIVECA MERRITT, EDISON ANIAG, STEVEN KALKANIS, LAUREL KALKANIS, OLIVIA SHOUNEYIA, CHRISTINA LEE, JAY LEVINE, BECKY LEVINE, MARK BOLDIN, ADAM APFELBLAT, AMANDA APFELBLAT
“I’m mostly traditionalclassic, but sometimes I’ll try slick new trends.” DR. STEVEN KALKANIS - CHAIR, DEPARTMENT OF NEUROSURGERY AND MEDICAL DIRECTOR, HENRY FORD CANCER INSTITUTE, HENRY FORD HEALTH SYSTEM
ROLEX Day-Date in 18K yellow gold | $34,850 Gold wedding band from Steven’s personal collection. 42
“My style is best described as American sportswear classic.” LAUREL KALKANIS - WIFE AND MOTHER OF THREE Steven and Laurel support Henry Ford’s Game on Cancer, benefiting The Hermelin Brain Tumor Center and the Henry Ford Cancer Institute
TAPPER’S diamond stud earrings, 6ct tw | $46,299 TAPPER’S cushion shape yellow diamond necklace surrounded by white diamonds set in 18K two-tone gold | Price available upon request TAPPER’S 18K white gold and diamond flexible Wave bracelet featuring over 46ct tw | Price available upon request
CARTIER Ballon Bleu watch | $6,050 TAPPER’S custom-designed engagement ring and wedding band from Laurel’s personal collection. 43
“My look is understated and relaxed.” EDISON ANIAG - DIVISION SALES MANAGER FOR A BIOTECHNOLOGY COMPANY Edison supports The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute
DAVID YURMAN sterling silver and lapis signet ring | $450 TATEOSSIAN spider web jasper bead bracelet with sterling silver accents and ruthenium mesh bead | $235 TATEOSSIAN sodalite bead bracelet with sterling silver discs and ruthenium mesh bead | $235 ROLEX Sea-Dweller | $12,350 44
“My style is versatile! I always wear looks that make me feel confident. Confidence is the prettiest outfit of all!” CHRISTINA LEE - MRS. MICHIGAN 2017 Christina supports Dutton Farm
TAPPER’S 18K white gold and titanium large diamond drop earrings | Price available upon
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TAPPER’S sapphire and diamond multi-coiled ring in 18K white gold | $11,195 TAPPER’S sapphire and diamond oval ring in 18K white gold | $15,495 TAPPER’S 18K white gold and diamond seven-row bangle bracelet | $25,995 TAPPER’S custom engagement ring and wedding band from Christina’s personal collection. 45
“I consider my style to be classic and casual.” JAY LEVINE - RETIRED PRESIDENT/COO, THE HARVARD DRUG GROUP Jay and Becky support the Michigan Animal Rescue League
OMEGA Seamaster watch in 18K rose gold with round black dial and leather strap | $28,000 JOHN HARDY sterling silver and bronze braided cuff links | $495 Diamond wedding band from Jay’s personal collection. 46
“I’m most comfortable in jeans and a T-shirt, but it’s always fun to dress up!” BECKY LEVINE - RETIRED FROM WXON-TV
HUEB Luminous 18K yellow gold and diamond earrings | $20,500 TAPPER’S diamond eternity necklace in 14K white gold | $27,999 ROLEX Datejust silver flower watch with diamond bezel | $17,750 18K two-tone ring featuring white diamonds with pink diamond surround | $5,150 Diamond eternity bracelet | $14,999 DAVID YURMAN 18K yellow gold cuff | $7,500 Diamond bangle bracelets | $4,999 each 47
“My personal style is classic with a twist of the latest fashions.” OLIVIA SHOUNEYIA - OWNER, THE BEAUTY LOUNGE Olivia supports Giving Hearts for Vivian
TAPPER’S 18K white gold and diamond triple drop earrings | $33,350 TAPPER’S 32” diamond eternity necklace in 18K white gold | $41,750 TAPPER’S 18K white gold pavé diamond wrap ring | $10,450 18K white gold and diamond sevenrow bangle bracelet | $25,995 TAPPER’s custom engagement ring from Olivia’s personal collection. Bracelet stack is a combination of Tapper’s diamond bangles and Olivia’s own. 48
“Every occasion is an opportunity to look your best!” MARK BOLDIN - VICE PRESIDENT AND GENERAL MANAGER, THE WOODBRIDGE GROUP Mark supports The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
TAPPER’S black and white pavé diamond cufflinks in 18K white gold | $8,650 DAVID YURMAN bracelets in sterling silver | $295 & $395 IWC Pilot’s watch chronograph | $5,950 49
“My look is stylish conservative.” BISHOP ANDREW MERRITT - STRAIGHT GATE INTERNATIONAL CHURCH Andrew and Viveca support Give Merit, Inc.
DAVID YURMAN sterling silver curb link bracelet with gray sapphires | $6,900 TAPPER’S 18K white gold cuff links with black and white diamonds | $5,950 MOVADO Museum Classic watch | $450 Oval ring from Bishop Merritt’s personal collection. 50
“My personal style is traditional. I definitely like to be color coordinated, with jewelry to match.” PASTOR VIVECA MERRITT STRAIGHT GATE INTERNATIONAL CHURCH
TAPPER’S Tahitian, South Sea pearl, and diamond drop earrings in 18K white gold | $5,499 TAPPER’S Ombre Tahitian and South Sea pearl necklace with 14K white gold clasp, 42” | $15,900 TAPPER’S Tahitian, South Sea pearl, and diamond bypass bangle in 18K white gold | $5,295 DAVID YURMAN Thoroughbred diamond watch | $4,400 TAPPER’S custom engagement ring from Pastor Merritt’s personal collection. 51
“I love wearing dresses and high heels. I am a girly girl!” DR. AMANDA APFELBLAT - CHIROPRACTOR Amanda and Adam support First Step
HUEB Luminous 18K rose gold and diamond earrings | $14,940 TAPPER’S 18K white gold fancy seven-row diamond bangle bracelet | $25,995 TAPPER’S 18K rose gold and pavé diamond flower ring | $18,650 ROLEX Daytona in 18K yellow with black mother-of-pearl diamond dial | $39,350 52
“I love wearing sport jackets and slacks. I’m not much of a tie guy but I do enjoy a tuxedo and black tie event.” DR. ADAM APFELBLAT - CHIROPRACTOR
DAVID YURMAN titanium and sterling silver dog tag with pavé black diamonds on black cable chain, | $3,150 ROLEX Daytona in 18K yellow gold with white mother of pearl diamond dial | $39,350 53
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RACES INTO THE SPOTLIGHT WITH IWC’S REVAMPED INGENIEUR WATCH COLLECTION
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wiss luxury watch manufacturer IWC Schaffhausen’s history has long been tied to that of motor sports; both evoke thoughts of elegance, excitement, and expert craftsmanship. IWC’s close association with car racing includes its role as the official engineering partner of the Mercedes AMG Petronas Formula One team, a relationship that has helped inform IWC’s watch design in recent years. “Racing is all about precision, performance, technology, and engineering—which are the most important aspects at IWC, too. Our core DNA, so to speak, is exactly the same,” says Edouard d’Arbaumont, president of IWC Schaffhausen North America. Those elements have been present in IWC timepieces since the beginning, and the company’s latest collection goes back to its roots. In March, IWC unveiled a completely overhauled line of Ingenieur watches, which originally launched in 1955. The new collection retains the simplicity and elegance of the original Ingenieur, featuring a round face, striking watch hands, and indices with luminescent elements. The updated Ingenieur timepieces are lighter and sleeker, but they retain the vintage character of the first generation.
The new Ingenieur collection includes three automatic models, four IWC-manufactured chronographs and a limited edition with a perpetual calendar. One of those chronographs is the Ingenieur Chronograph Sport, limited to 500 watches, which features a 44-millimeter titanium case, a black dial and a black calfskin strap for sporty elegance. A lightning bolt shape at the 6 o’clock mark signifies the Chronograph Sport’s soft-iron cage, which protects the movement against the negative influence of magnetic fields. IWC chose to unveil this new generation of Ingenieur watches in March at the 75th Goodwood Members’ Meeting, a historic motorsport event in the south of England that featured more than a dozen races with historic cars. “IWC will always go hand-in-hand with racing and with engineering that keeps precision and performance top of mind,” d’Arbaumont insists. “Yet we always move forward with some new material or new application, designing our future in a way that is both genuine and authentic to our history.”
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Know Your Diamond CARAT WEIGHT
COLOR GRADE
CLARITY GRADE
CUT GRADE
Look for diamonds graded by GIA, the creator of the 4Cs.
CARLSBAD
ANTWERP
BANGKOK
DUBAI
GABORONE
HONG KONG
JOHANNESBURG
LONDON
MUMBAI
NEW YORK
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INTRODUCING: TAPPER’S
BRIGHT CRYSTAL DIAMONDS IN OUR SIGNATURE CUT
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n selecting a diamond, everyone wants one that stuns: a diamond that not only looks large but also sparkles with incredible brilliance. Tapper’s Bright Crystal Diamonds are celebrated for being among the most exquisite diamonds in the world. To craft a diamond unlike any other, we begin by sourcing the finest rough. Only the top 1% of rough crystals qualify to become Tapper’s Bright Crystal Diamonds, and the difference is clear. Our diamond cutters closely inspect and analyze the quality of the original rough to ensure any crystals that contain haziness or extreme natural inclusions are eliminated from our selection process. Even with the highest quality rough, the way a diamond is cut greatly impacts its beauty and its value. The beauty of a diamond depends more on cut than on any other factor, because it is the cut that creates a diamond’s brilliance, fire, and scintillation. In fact, the cut of a diamond can affect the value by as much as 50%. Tapper’s Bright Crystal Diamonds are available in a variety of cuts but our Signature Cut is truly magnificent. It’s crafted with 81 facets and perfect symmetry that combine to maximize light traveling through. Our Signature Cut diamond appears larger, more
brilliant, and is loaded with sparkle that can be seen across the room. While traditional diamonds contain only 58 facets, Tapper’s Bright Crystal Diamonds in our Signature Cut contain 81 facets for a stunning look worthy of the Tapper’s name. Other branded diamonds may contain more facets, but the world’s eminent gemologists agree there is a point at which too many facets can create a look that is fuzzy and indistinct. The Signature Cut makes Tapper’s Bright Crystal Diamonds appear larger—which has a huge impact on the beauty and therefore the ultimate value of the piece. The 81 facets create the appearance of a star at the base of the diamond that is clearly visible to the naked eye, and the inside of the ring is inscribed with the word “foreverafter” to signify everlasting love. And at Tapper’s, we are as dedicated to value as we are to quality. As Michigan’s largest direct diamond importer we don’t pay middlemen, which allows us to guarantee we will beat or meet competitors’ published prices. Tapper’s Bright Crystal Diamonds with our Signature Cut are available exclusively at our three Metro-Detroit locations.
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ince 1945, Martin Flyer has prided itself on educating new and experienced jewelry buyers alike, to help them find the perfect piece. That expert guidance is especially welcome when buying the all-important engagement ring—particularly given that modern brides want pieces as unique as they are.
“Today’s brides don’t want something that everyone else has,” confirms Joshua Kaufman, CEO of Martin Flyer Jewelry. “They look at their friends’ rings and want to know: What else is out there?” The answer: There’s a lot! Here, Kaufman offers up three engagement ring styles for the uniquely modern bride.
Oval center stone with a halo, in a rose gold cutdown micropavé setting Kaufman credits this style’s popularity with “off-the-charts attention on social media that is translating into purchases.” Ovals are enjoying a resurgence, and for good reason: The shape gives the stone a larger appearance and makes the wearer’s fingers look more slender. The halo adds to the center diamond’s larger look, while “rose gold is feminine, fresh, and looks great on any skin tone,” Kaufman explains.
Split- or twisted-shank cutdown micropavé setting
Classic three-stone setting “The three-stone ring was big 15 years ago, so for today’s brides it’s new and different—you don’t see it every day,” Kaufman says. “It’s classic, timeless, and allows the center stone to stand out yet be complemented.” Fancy shapes like pear and baguette are excellent options for side stones, injecting an even more unique element into this time-honored look.
“This is a similar look to the micropavé engagement ring setting that’s so popular right now, but it’s a different take,” Kaufman says. “Split shanks can be delicate or can have larger diamonds, and they expose a bit of skin in a surprising way that makes the diamond look as if it’s floating.” A split-shank setting is the perfect choice for a large diamond, as it provides stability along with style.
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CASIO G-SHOCK MR-G HANDCRAFTED TIMEPIECE
COMBINES JAPANESE ARTISTRY WITH MODERN TECHNOLOGY
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raditional Japanese crafting techniques and modern technology may seem at odds—but a new entry in the Casio G-Shock watch line marries these elements in a limited-distribution timepiece that is both beautiful and strong. The MRGG2000HB-1A is a handcrafted watch that demonstrates the best in both Japanese craftsmanship and technological innovation. This MR-G is Casio G-Shock’s latest collaboration with third-generation master metal craftsman Bihou Asano III, who individually hammered each bezel using the Tsuiki Hammer Tone method: a traditional Japanese technique that creates unique patterns and distinctive details on the piece. The watch launched in November to a limited number of fine retailers. On the technology side, this MR-G model offers three-way time sync capabilities and features Bluetooth connectivity, which allows the wearer to easily set current location, world time and other watch functions directly from a smartphone via a unique app. The watch also
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features G-Shock’s GPS Atomic solar hybrid technology, which accurately measures time and location from anywhere on earth. This combination of master artistry and advanced technology is designed to be not only the embodiment of luxury but also of strength, as G-Shock watches undergo rigorous tests of shock and water resistance at Casio’s premium Japanese production facilities. The MRGG2000HB-1A features a 49.8mm case and a band made of solid titanium. This unique metal undergoes a special deep-hardening treatment that renders it five times harder than regular titanium. The diamond-like carbon coating on the band and case, as well as a sapphire glass crystal, provide superior scratch resistance. The watch also features tough solar technology that ensures seamless, stable operation even when using power-intensive functions. The new model also features an LED super illuminator light, daily alarm, 1-second stopwatch, 24-hour countdown timer, and automatic dateupdate capabilities, fusing the high quality of the MRGG2000HB-1A materials with high functionality.
3-Way Time Sync BluetoothÂŽ-equipped GPS Atomic Solar Hybrid G-SHOCK Connected Smartphone App
- Automatic time adjustment* - World Time for over 300 cities* - Watch status display
* Updating of internal data to reflect the latest time zone / daylight saving time information
designers CHARLES KRYPELL
CLASSICS REDEFINED with a Back-to-Basics Mindset
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he Charles Krypell Jewelry Company has established its reputation for luxury, quality, exclusivity, and dedication to expertly crafted pieces that customers will want to wear for a lifetime. This journey began with Krypell himself, and his first collection for the mainstream market released in 1976. Throughout a creative career spanning more than four decades, Charles Krypell’s artistic impulses have not been limited to a single medium or method. Krypell is a true designer dedicated to craftsmanship, retaining his foundational approach in a manner rarely seen today as technology has changed the jewelry industry. Krypell can still be found scribbling designs on napkins, and he stays involved in all parts of the process, from the creation of the first molds to the setting of every stone.
A MULTIFACETED, ALWAYS-EVOLVING WOMAN SHOULD BE ADORNED WITH JEWELRY TO MATCH.
The company prides itself on this unique level of involvement, eschewing any hands-off, institutionalized processes that diminish the craftsman spirit. Charles Krypell also continues to thrive in part because the brand is dedicated to jewelry designs that appeal to a demographic across the board in terms of age and spending power. The guiding philosophy: A multifaceted, always-evolving woman should be adorned with jewelry to match. The latest collection of cutting-edge designs is Classics Redefined, inspired by the designer’s debut Krypell Collection, which was released in the late 1970s and propelled the brand to world recognition. While Krypell returned to the designs of decades ago to use as his muses, he is still constantly evolving; Classics Redefined features truly of-the-moment touches. These include fresh, modern setting techniques, dimensional designs, use of incredibly rare stones (Charles Krypell is one of the exclusive designers utilizing Argyle Pink Diamonds), and the introduction of new metals such as 18K rose gold. Krypell’s designs effortlessly adapt to customers’ ever-changing lifestyles, as his newest collections focus on paying homage to the woman of the modern world. Each piece is made to retain its beauty while meeting the demands of a lifetime of wear, which Krypell considers the mark of true craftsmanship. The ultimate goal, he says, is that his collectors “allow my jewelry to blend into their lifestyle and become part of their daily routine.” 64
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