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Editorial Directors jack laviano, jeffrey laviano
Editor
Mark Dowden
Art Director
Jack, Douglas and Jeffrey LaViano
Executive Editor
Time to Celebrate
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he holidays are a season of celebration and togetherness for the LaViano family, and we strive to bring that positive spirit to our friends and customers. This year feels especially festive, now that the political campaigns have ended— what a distraction they were!—and we can all refocus on the important things in life. The new issue of LaViano magazine features two cover girls instead of our usual one. Joining lovely Luisa is Birdie, one of my English setters. Besides building one-of-a-kind heirloom jewelry, my family has been raising pure-bred setters for many years. When my dog Flirt had a litter a few months back, I couldn’t resist holding onto Birdie. If she looks a bit sleepy on the cover, it’s because she had just woken up from an afternoon nap. One of the secrets of our success is the commitment of our staff. I’m pleased to note that my associate Bert Cohen recently marked 40 years of service at LaViano. We’re proud of you, Bert! If you or a loved one enjoys marking time in high style, visit our watch salon. It’s laid out as five European-style boutiques representing our most important manufacturers: Breitling, Cartier, IWC, Patek Philippe and TAG Heuer. We offer great depth of selection for these world-class anchor brands. LaViano Jewelers carries other fine watch brands too—Alpina, Frederique Constant, Michele and Shinola among them—so you’re sure to find the right watch at the right price. Fine jewelry has been our main focus for more than half a century, and it always will
stephen M. vitarbo
Deputy Editor Managing Editor Assistant Editor Editorial Intern
rita guarna Maria K. regan Nicole Canfora Lupo Darius amos Danielle Gallo
Contributing Editors Liz Donovan, timothy kelley, Everett Potter, Josh Sens Contributing Photographer Daniel Springston
be. Unlike most suburban-based jewelers, we employ both a goldsmith and a platinum smith in-house. (Read about them on page 20.) Their presence allows us to design and craft our own unique pieces to the same quality standard as the famous Fifth Avenue stores, but at a fraction of the price. This distinction—call it the LaViano Difference—is especially relevant to young couples who may be considering their first serious jewelry purchase. Not only do we manufacture our own settings; we also sell certified diamonds at wholesale prices. Whether your taste in engagement and bridal jewelry runs to the classic or the contemporary, we offer an unbeatable combination of quality and value. In the pages that follow and in our store, tucked among statement pieces that would leave her breathless and Swiss timepieces destined to be family heirlooms, you’ll also find a large selection of keepsakes and gift items. These range from enameled decorative ornaments by Jay Strongwater, to Damascus-blade pocket knives by William Henry, to affordable gold-and-diamond everyday jewelry for young women. No need to search high and low: LaViano has everything you’re looking for! We encourage you to drop by and see us soon.
jeffrey laviano
Publishing staff
National Advertising Manager Mary Masciale Advertising Account Executives Bridget juliano, maura hunter templeton, annette Vanore Director of Production and Circulation Christine Hamel
Advertising Services Manager jacquelynn fischer Senior Art Director, Agency Services Kijoo Kim Production/Art Assistant Alanna Giannantonio
Accounting Agnes alves, Megan Frank
Published by Chairman Carroll V. Dowden President & CEO Mark Dowden Senior Vice Presidents shae marcus, Carl Olsen Vice Presidents nigel edelshain, Rita Guarna, christine hamel
Laviano Magazine is published by Wainscot Media, 110 Summit Avenue, Montvale, NJ 07645, in association with Laviano. Copyright © 2016 by Wainscot Media, LLC. All rights reserved. E d i to r i a l C o n t r i b u t i o n s : Write to Editor, Laviano, 110 Summit Avenue, Montvale, NJ 07645; telephone 201.782.5730; email mark.dowden@wainscotmedia.com. The magazine is not responsible for the return or loss of unsolicited submissions. S u b s c r i pt i o n S e r v i c e s : To change an address or request a subscription, write to Subscriptions, Laviano, Circulation Department, 110 Summit Avenue, Montvale, NJ 07645; telephone 201.573.5541; email christine.hamel@wainscotmedia.com. Adver ti s ing Inquirie s: Contact Mary Masciale at 201.571.7015 or mary.masciale@wainscotmedia.com.
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