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Invention of the Tourbillon, 1801

With the Classique “ Grande Complication” Tourbil lon Messidor wristwatch, Breguet reinvents its most spectacular invention, the tourbillon, designed to compensate for the effects of gravity. Held between two sapphire crystals, the tourbillon floats weightless inside its carriage, while the sapphire dial offers a transparent vision of the complex proprietary movement and its meticulous hand finishing. History is still being written …

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FEATURES4 On the Web

8 Welcome Letter

10 Introducing Traditional Jewelers

12 Hyde Park Community

18 Designer: Ivanka Trump

20 Red Carpet: Standout Style

24 Meet Efva Attling

26 Watch Report

28 Hyde Park’s Runway Trends

34 Designer: Temple St. Clair

36 Golden Charm

40 Tribute: Marilyn Forever

56 Designer Profile: Aaron Basha

58 Travel: Vacations with Heart

60 Travel: It’s About Time

62 Perfect Gems

66 Speed: The Thrill of Victory

BRIDAL SECTION44 The Invitations:

Set the Tone

46 The Details: Something Even Newer

48 The Rings: New and Non-Traditional

52 The Venue: Four Reasons to Wed at the Four Seasons

54 The Stories: Wedding Day Magic

ON THE COVERModel Kelly Hughes (NEXT Management) wearsHYDE PARK COLLECTION oval hoop earringsand overlapping ring featuring pavé diamondsset in 18K yellow gold, HYDE PARK COLLECTIONwoven necklace and bangle bracelet featuringpavé diamonds set in 18K yellow gold, andCARTIER Tank Anglaise in 18K yellow goldfeaturing pavé diamonds on the side. Dress byNha Khanh. Photography by Edwin Santa. Hairby Joe Steven. Makeup by Eliut Tarin. Nails byAbigail Alcala. Styled by Carla Lo. PhotographerAssistant Marlon Pacheco.

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what a year! It’s hard to believe that the holiday season is already uponus. When I look back at 2012, I’m extremely proud of all that the HydePark team has accomplished. From the opening of our new Rolex

Boutique Presented by Hyde Park Jewelers in The Forum Shops (Las Vegas) to theopening of our new Omega Store Presented by Hyde Park adjacent to our flagshipstore in Cherry Creek Shopping Center (Denver), we are excited to bring unique newshopping experiences to our clients. We are also very proud to welcome TraditionalJewelers in Newport Beach, California to the Hyde Park family of stores (page 10).

Since Hyde Park’s beginning, we have been focused on giving back to thecommunity, and the past year has been filled with meaningful sponsorships andcontributions, including the 13th Annual Diamonds in the Rough Charity Dinner &Celebrity Golf Tournament, which helped raise money for YouthBiz, Judi’s House andThe Global Down Syndrome Foundation (page 16). This season, we are especiallyexcited to partner with Denver Health Foundation and Omega to bring the exclusivemovie premier event for James Bond: SKYFALL to Denver. All proceeds from theevent will benefit Men’s Health Initiatives at Denver Health.

As always, we are committed to bringing our clients the very best selection ofdesigner jewelry and fine timepieces, and we are proud to introduce IWC to our line-up of watch collections in Denver, along with Armenta fine jewelry in our Phoenixlocation. I invite you to visit our stores to experience the newest collections.

We hope that you enjoy this issue of Accent magazine and we look forward toseeing you soon.

Warm Regards,

Michael PollakCEO, Hyde Park [email protected]

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Located at the prestigious Fashion Island in Newport Beach, California, TraditionalJewelers has been the community’s most trusted independent jeweler for over 32years. After knowing the previous owners for the last 25 years, Hyde Park was well

aware of their quality standards and extraordinary clientele. Sharing the same values ofcommunity commitment and first-class service, Hyde Park successfully concluded thepurchase of Traditional Jewelers in August, and we are extremely proud to welcome theclients, community and staff to the Hyde Park family.

Traditional Jewelers offers many of the same esteemed brands that grace the cases atHyde Park Jewelers, along with additional world-class collections, including A. Lange &Söhne, Girard Perregaux, Kwiat and Autere Pearls.

If you find yourself in the Newport Beach area during your travels, we invite you to stop inthe store to say hello and experience the amazing selection and beautiful environment. Weare pleased to offer our industry-leading loyalty program, Platinum Rewards, to both existingaccount holders who visit or live in southern California, as well as clients of TraditionalJewelers who would like to join the program.

We are proud to continue the legacy of this prestigious store.

INTRODUCINGTRADITIONAL JEWELERSWE ARE PROUD TO WELCOME TRADITIONAL JEWELERS OF NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA TO THE HYDE PARK FAMILY.

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H Y D E PA R K CO M M U N I T Y

NIGHTSHINE: AN EVENING FOR DENVERHEALTH FOUNDATION

APRIL 2012Philip Bailey, lead singer of Earth, Wind & Fire, got back to his roots when the bandperformed at NightShine Gala, an evening for Denver Health Foundation at theNational Western Events Center in Denver. After all, Bailey was born at Denver Healthin 1951 and graduated from East High School. The highlight of the evening’s eventswas a special live performance by Earth, Wind & Fire. One lucky live auction bidderwalked away with a package from Hyde Park, Omega and Inspirato that includeda $5,000 gift card towards an Omega watch, a 7-night Inspirato vacation to one ofInspirato’s luxury villas in Tuscany, Italy, airfare and much more. Denver Health’sCommunity Health Services was highlighted at the event and is the largestcommunity health network in the nation. More than 1,500 people generouslysupported this year’s NightShine Gala and helped raise more than $1.3 million.

SERVING UP A BRIGHTER FUTURE GALABENEFITTING INVEST IN KIDS

MAY 2012Invest in Kids hosted their 4th Annual Gala at EXDO Event Center(Denver, CO) on May 18th for 520 guests. The event featured a multi-course dinner created by eight of Denver’s most acclaimed chefs, andhonorary emcee 7News anchor Anne Trujillo, helping raise over$240,000 to benefit Invest in Kids programs. Hyde Park sponsored theevent by donating two Gucci timepieces for the live auction program.The success of the event caught the attention of the entire communitywhen Joanne Davidson of the Denver Post wrote about it a few weekslater. Invest in Kids (IIK) is a non-profit organization that works toimprove the health and well-being of Colorado’s youngest and mostvulnerable children through research-based, proven programs.

HOT ROCKS GRILLER CHALLENGEBENEFITTING DENVER HEALTH FOUNDATION

JUNE 2012Denver Health Foundation held their 4th Annual Hot Rocks Griller Challenge (a fundraiser for Men’s Health Initiatives at Denver Health) in June at Elway’s CherryCreek. Co-chaired by Hyde Park’s Michael Pollak and John Elway, the evening brought 16 of Denver’s top chefs from Denver’s finest restaurants together to raiseawareness of men’s health issues. Chefs grilled sliders and sides in a heated competition at the party of the summer. Chris Daniels and the Kings created a celebratoryatmosphere while guests danced, socialized and bid on incredible silent auction items. Guests also competed in the heated Hyde Park High Striker Challenge to winhis and hers Movado Bold Collection watches. The vote was tied this year, with Troy Guard of TAG and Paul Reilly of Encore as the winning chefs.

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NIGHT FOR LIFE GALABENEFITTING SOUTHWEST CENTER FOR HIV/AIDS

MAY 2012More than 550 community members gathered at The Montelucia Resort & Spa in Scottsdale, Arizona, for the 17th Annual Night For Life Gala, hosted bySouthwest Center for HIV/AIDS. A cocktail reception and silent auction featured vacation getaways, sports and entertainment memorabilia, artwork and more.Hyde Park donated a Chopard timepiece for the live auction. Guests were treated to a post-dinner performance by Tony award-winner Franc D’Ambrosio fromthe Tony award-winning musical The Phantom of the Opera. After a very special donation by Bob “Go Daddy” and Renee Parsons, the event raised over $5million to help provide a combination of prevention, research and wellness support to Arizona residents infected with and impacted by HIV/AIDS.

43RD ANNUAL NIGHT OF GOLD BALLBENEFITTING JOHN C. LINCOLN HEALTH FOUNDATION

MARCH 2012With a sizzling South Beach theme, John C. Lincoln Health Foundation hosted a record-breaking gala at the Phoenician Resort in March. More than750 guests attended the black-tie affair which included cocktails, silent auction, dinner, dancing and a live auction. Hyde Park donated his and hersCartier timepieces for the live auction. The gala event raised over $600,000 for John C. Lincoln Health Network Community and hospital programs.

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DIAMONDS IN THE ROUGH CELEBRITY DINNER AND GOLF CLASSICBENEFITTING JUDI’S HOUSE, THE GLOBAL DOWN SYNDROME FOUNDATION

AND YOUTHBIZ, INC.JULY 2012

Hyde Park hosted the 13th Annual Diamonds in the Rough Celebrity Golf Tournament at Cherry Creek Country Club, raising another record amount for

children’s and health-related charities, including Judi’s House, The Global Down Syndrome Foundation and YouthBiz, Inc. The event kicked off with dinner

at Shanahan’s Steakhouse on the eve of the tournament, where EKS&H was presented with the Humanitarian of the Year Award. This is the first time the

award was presented to an organization rather than an individual. The dinner was followed up with a competitive golf match the next day. National and

local celebrities, current and former professional athletes, and top business and community leaders were in attendance to enjoy the two-day event and

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DESIGNER

Hyde Park Denver was host to avery special guest: the glamorousand successful Ivanka Trump, who

was in Denver to showcase her jewelrycollection. The jewelry is every bit assophisticated as its namesake. 303Magazine’s fashion editor Jenny McGlincyand fashion director Tracy Bozarth had theopportunity to sit with Ivanka while she wasin Denver for her very first visit to the store,to find out her inspirations, passions andgoals, and how she does it all.

How did your partnership with HydePark Jewelers come to fruition?Hyde Park Jewelers shares my vision of asophisticated, smart customer who islooking for ageless investment pieces.

Is jewelry a passion of yours? If yes,how has that passion evolved into theIvanka Trump Fine Jewelry Collection?My mother’s jewelry always inspired me,and my love for the classic aesthetic helpedpropel my vision. I realized the luxury fine jewelry market was missing afresh, young design approach. That’s where my jewelry line’s vision of ‘RockTradition’ plays a vital role; it’s a modern twist on jewelry’s most importantclassics. I’ve always had a passion for jewelry. I wanted to make women ofmy time feel comfortable buying fine jewelry and I wanted to give them theultimate shopping experience.

What is your most sacred piece of jewelry, who gave it to you,and what is its importance?The first piece of jewelry that I loved was a diamond necklace mymother gave me when I turned 21—it’s the most inspiringpiece I own. Also, a pair of classic pearl studs mygrandmother gave me when I was 10 have always been myfavorite.

In your current collection, which is yourfavorite piece and why?A fabulous pair of earrings that can go fromthe office to a night out are an absolutenecessity! My favorites are the MediumSignature Oval Diamond earrings; they reallymake a statement.

In your fine jewelry collection there areseveral pieces that my grandmotherwould wear cocktailing, but that Iwould wear with a T-shirt and jeans.What inspired you to create a line sobroad in its appeal?‘Heirloom chic’ is the creative vision behind myjewelry line. It’s the youthful reinvention oftimeless jewelry. Heirloom chic puts a moderntwist on classic jewelry, capturing a sense offine workmanship, tradition and off-handelegance.

You’re involved in the U.N. Foundation’sGirl Up initiative and your diamonds areguaranteed to be conflict free. Howimportant is the idea of sociallyresponsible retail?Social responsibility is a core value of theIvanka Trump Fine Jewelry brand. It has beenan integral factor of what has fueled growthsince the collection launch in 2007. I will notonly make this an important part of thebusiness model but am always open to ideas

and possibilities of other areas where we can strive to be more sustainable.

You wear a lot of hats as the executive VP of development andacquisitions with the Trump Organization, boardroom judge

on your father’s reality television show The Apprentice,shoe, handbag, apparel and fine jewelry designer, wife,

and mother. I think everyone wants to know: how doyou do it all?

By being honest, well prepared, creative and practical. Everyday is different for me. I generally wake up, feed my

daughter Arabella, exercise and read through a copiousamount of newspapers. I arrive at the office somewherebetween 7:30 and 8:00 a.m; my brothers and I arealways the first ones in. My days are often filled with a

large volume of meetings—everything from hotel designto building management to jewelry initiatives to new deal

development to marketing strategy and often, filming for TheApprentice. I try to stick to a very strict schedule and I am never late; this issomething that I learned from my father. I also try to schedule some timebetween those meetings to spend time with Arabella, as well as returnphone calls and emails. I think that it is very important to respond to directcorrespondence in a timely manner.

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Proof positive that socialite and reality TV personality Olivia Palermo deserves her

reputation as a trendsetter. At Fabergé’s party in the Loft & Garden atop Rockefeller

Center, her outfit was simple but stylish, featuring subtle nautical details perfectly

complemented by a large link necklace, pretty bangles and statement-making cocktail ring.

In a classic tuxedo and Audemars Piguet Royal Oak timepiece, Adrien Brody looks every bit

the consummate gentleman. Over 150 guests joined the Academy Award-winning actor at a black

tie gala in Milan to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the iconic watch design.

On the rooftop of New York City’s STK, Maria Menounos brought star power to the launch

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party for dating site findyourfacemate.com. Her stack of mixed-material bracelets was right on

trend, while her dainty and delicate white gold necklace flashed a subtle show of sparkle to those

lucky enough to get close.

Golden goddess Frida Pinto (with boyfriend Dev Patel at the world premiere of her film Black

Gold in Qatar) chose bold bangles to play up the braided trim on her ethereal gown. The result:

a look that’s both flowing and glowing.

As a juror at the 2012 Cannes Film Festival, Diane Kruger was expected to walk every red

carpet...and she didn’t disappoint. This heavenly sheath was just one of many wow-worthy

ensembles she chose. In order to let floral appliqués and feathers take the spotlight, Kruger

accessorized simply with a sparkly clutch and vintage Jaeger-LeCoultre timepiece.

In a white hot curve-hugging dress and jewelry inspired by Princesse Grace de Monaco, actress

Jessica Alba looked like royalty at a party hosted by Montblanc in Beijing.

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ROSE PETALS “Inspired by the beauty queen

of nature; the Rose.”

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with sharp edges link together like two people who complement each

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from Stockholm, Sweden. She is the leading jewelry designer in Scandinavia and has just opened her f lagship store in New York. Efva made her first piece of jewelry at the age of 11. After school she became a silversmith pupil, but at the age of 17 she was spotted by Eileen Ford and a 12 year long modeling career began working in Paris, London, Milan and New York.In the 80´s she started a band, The X Models. They had a hit ballad “Two of us” which Efva composed herself. Through the years she also designed clothes for both Levi’s and H&M, has been a TV host and a fashion editor.In 1996 she decided to go back to where she once started, designing jewelry, working with silver, gold and precious stones.

“I put strong expressions on my pieces because I want to boost people with my jewelry and that’s when they become conversation pieces.”

“You can say that some of the statement pieces are ref lections of life ‘Amor Fati’, is my favorite expression, the love for our destiny. To me this means, we have been given this life so let’s make the best of it. Its all up to you!” Efva loves to travel the world, it s her curiosity for the human being that is her greatest inspiration for her jewelry. “I am intrigued by all our differences and I believe what ties us all together is humour, music and love.”

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BREGUET Reine de Naples in 18K rose gold. Self-winding movement. Engine-turned dial in silvered 18K gold, offset at 6o’clock in a natural white mother-of-pearl face. Raised bezel set with 117 diamonds. Crown set with a diamond. Arabicnumerals. Pear-cut diamond at 6 o’clock. Sapphire-crystal caseback. CARTIER Tank Anglaise watch small model. 18K rosegold, diamonds. LONGINES From the Saint-Imier Collection, 30mm automatic stainless steel and 18K rose gold case andbracelet, diamond bezel with mother-of-pearl dial and diamond markers, see-through case back, water resistant to 3bars. TAG HEUER LINK watch in stainless steel with diamond dial and diamond bezel. Date window at 6 o’clock. 34.5mm.PATEK PHILIPPE Ladies' Moon Phase in rose gold. Bezel and case set with 274 graduated size diamonds, white mother-of-pearl dial. Alligator strap and diamond buckle.

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OMEGA Seamaster Diver: The James Bond 007 50th Anniversary Collector's piece in stainless steel. IWC Big Pilot’s watchTop Gun Miramar, 48mm ceramic case with a green textile strap, mechanical movement with a Pellaton automaticwinding, 7-day power reserve. Date display and power reserve display on the dial. BREITLING Transocean ChronographUnitime. Red gold case, black dial and black crocodile strap. PANERAI Radiomir 8 Days Titanio, 45mm brushed titaniumcase, brown dial, alligator strap, brushed titanium buckle, hand-wound mechanical movement, Panerai P.2002 calibre,water-resistant to 10 bar (100 meters). ROLEX Oyster Perpetual Datejust II, 41mm in stainless steel with polished bezeland Oyster bracelet.

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HYDE PARK’S RUNWAY TRENDS

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Clockwise from top right: Hyde Park Collection earrings in 18Kwhite gold and diamonds. Efva Attling Garden of Eden earrings insterling silver. Marco Bicego mixed sapphire earrings in 18K gold.Jude Frances pavé Open Kite chandeliers in sterling silver withpavé black spinel.

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Clockwise from top: Marco Bicego hand-engraved 18K gold Siviglianecklace and earrings with mixed sapphires. Adolfo Courrier ClassicBon-Bon 18K rose gold, enamel, pink sapphire and diamond stack ringset. Penny Preville blue sapphire drop earrings and ring in 18K whitegold and diamonds.

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From top: Efva Attling Loop bracelet in sterling silver. Roberto Coinmesh Primavera cuff with diamonds available in 18K rose, yellow andwhite gold. Armenta Old World “Midnight” and yellow gold braceletswith black and white diamonds, sapphires, blue mother of pearl, opals,labradorite and peacock tourmaline.


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T emple St. Clair has captivated a worldwide clientele who aredrawn to her distinctive gold work, unique colored gemstonesand exquisite craftsmanship, and to her iconic design found in

her rock crystal amulets and thematic collections. St. Clair recentlyintroduced bespoke design work, where she invites clients to collaboratedirectly with her to create one-of-a-kind collectible jewels. Here, shereveals the rich history behind her brand, her inspirations, and leads usthrough the creative process of designing a bespoke piece.

How did you start designing jewelry?I’ve always fancied myself an adventurer and explorer. I studied art historyand Italian literature during college and graduate school and ended upstaying in Florence for what turned out to be a 12-year sojourn. Early on Ibecame fascinated with ancient coins. On a visit to a numismaticantiquarian shop with my mother, I found a rare 4th-century BCCarthaginian coin. She gave me the task of making it into a piece of jewelry.Searching for a goldsmith in the back alleys of Florence led me into a

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magical world of artistry, history and culture. Imade a hobby of studying the history behind thecoins and began collecting them to set into jewelry.I did this as a way to support my travels, never withthe intention of starting a business. By chance, a scoutfrom Barneys saw my pieces, and urged me to showmy work to the buyers in New York; they loved what I wasdoing, encouraged me to expand my collection, offeringme a case with my name on it…the rest is history. I still workwith some of the same goldsmiths in Florence; they’re likefamily.How has your aesthetic evolved over the years? If you had to describe your collections today, whatwould you say? I just celebrated my 25th year of designing jewelry. My work stillnods to its classic roots, but it’s just becoming more and morerefined as I have honed my skills and my knowledge.What inspires you most?Cultural connections between all of the arts…from performing artsto fine art to architecture. I love how all things connect. Nothing is inisolation. I look at Frank Lloyd Wright and see Zen Buddhism.Etruscan art connects to India and China and the migration oftribes. I love cultural anthropology. People have always wornjewelry, from the caveman to the rapper. Jewelry is always asign of the times…a statement about what is meaningful.What influences your designs today?So many things. I have a Celestial collection, for example, whereI looked at old astronomical paintings for inspiration. Travel isalso huge. For example, one of my collections had a Buddhistinspiration and came about after a trip to northern India, where I looked atTibetan paintings.From an anthropological/jewelry perspective, how will ourtimes go down in history?I’ve found when times are shakier, personal connections and things heldclose to the heart (like charms and amulets) are more important. Peoplewant jewelry to have more meaning and value. I create pieces of greatquality, with a rarity of gemstones and craftsmanship. Mine is a slowprocess and my pieces are meant to be timeless, modern classics. Peoplewant more important pieces.What are your signature pieces?Definitely my rock crystal amulets. The very first I made was in 1986, and itwas a sphere of rock crystal encased in 18-karat gold. It was inspired by anamulet I saw in the Archaeological Museum of Florence. Amulets andcharms have been with us since ancient times, and the idea of themfascinates me. It’s a stylish item, women are drawn to it somehow, and I domany different kinds in each new collection, so they can always find onethat appeals to them.Can you describe the woman who wears your jewelry?She’s a very confident, well-traveled, well-read woman and refers to herselfas a creative type even if she’s a doctor or a lawyer. She also likes to puttogether her own look. An interesting point: The women who wear myjewelry usually buy it for themselves as opposed to their husband orpartner gifting it to them.What’s the biggest mistake women make when it comes tojewelry?I don’t think there are rules, really—you have to create your own since

jewelry is an expression of who you are. I am notparticularly matchy-matchy when I wear jewelry. I

won’t match earrings and a necklace, for example. Theyrelate in some way, but aren’t the same.Is there a “little black dress” equivalent in

jewelry?A great gold chain, large or small, that is beautifully made,and some signature charm or pendant that becomes

identifiable with that person. In my collection, that would bemy Arno chain with a Rock Crystal Vine Amulet.

Any great stories of celebrities that wear your jewelry?I don’t pursue celebrities to wear my jewelry, but I love when they

choose it on their own. Years ago I designed wedding rings for TedDanson and Mary Steenburgen. Last spring, I was at an event and JuliaRoberts showed up in blue moonstone earrings and a necklace of mine,

looking great. At the Accessories Hall of Fame awards, Cynthia Nixonpresented in my jewelry. I love that she wears it. She’s a fellow NewYorker…down to earth, talented and passionate about education. She’sa true artist, very real.

What’s your favorite personal piece of jewelry?I am never without my rock crystal amulets. But my “thesis” is a pendant

called the Tolomeo after the 1st-century astronomer, Ptolemy. It extolsthe ancient theory that the Earth is the center of the universe. It’s

rather complex with astrological glyphs and Latin engravings. It’shumorous and whimsical.

Can you walk us through the process of bringing a Temple St.Clair Bespoke piece to life?From season to season, I curate an array of rare gems, from blue greenAfrican Paraiba tourmaline, to earthy mandarin garnet, to a perfectnecklace suite of rubellite tourmaline, to an exquisite tanzanite to be set ina ring or a pendant. Watercolor renderings have been made to suggestdesigns for these gems, but that’s just to get the conversation going. Theultimate experience is the collaborative process between me and my clientsto choose a rare gem and bespoke design. The result: a one-of-a-kind,timeless treasure.

*Appointments can be arranged through Hyde Park Jewelers, at ourstores or at Temple St. Clair’s New York studio.

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GOLDENCHARM

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TRIBUTE

MARILYN FOREVERCHOPARD CELEBRATES THE

LEGENDARY MOVIE STAR.

Diamonds and glamour: Marilyn Monroeand Chopard weredestined to crosspaths, and thisencounter hasgiven rise to a newvision of the starand of thediamonds shemight have worn.

ForgottenSnapshotsTwenty-five unpublished images ofthe amazing Marilyn: thispresentation of photos of the star,exhibited during the 2012 CannesFilm Festival, once again testifiesto Chopard’s powerful andenduring ties with the world offilmmaking. They were taken byfashion photographer MiltonGreene, whose friendship with thestar was legendary. Twenty-fiveportraits that tell the story of thegrace, the mystery and thediaphanous vulnerability of anexceptionally photogenic star witha thousand different facets. Thisexhibition was previewed in theChopard Lounge at the HotelMartine, and throughout theCannes Festival, before touring theworld for the rest of the year.

Marilyn Monroe: A Legendary FigureMore than anyone else, she embodies the archetype of the ultimate star.Considered one of the greatest actresses of all time, she is above all aniconic figure. Already adulated during her lifetime, her career, herpersonality and the fantasies that she inspired have endowed her with amythical dimension that hasbeen consistently enrichedover the years.

Born Norma JeaneBaker, she earned hugefame in Hollywood afterstarting her career as afashion model. Her greatbeauty led her to be singledout in 1944 at the age of 18,while she was working in afactory. Her exceptionallyphotogenic nature soon drew the attention of 20th Century Fox. Aftermodest beginnings in the world of film, she soon became a screengoddess. In the 1950s, she starred in films by the greatest directors ofthe era—Fritz Lang, Billy Wilder, John Huston and many others—andbecame the ultimate glamour icon. She nonetheless felt herself to beheld captive by the popular dream view of her as the absolute sexsymbol. Her intelligence and her sensitivity were battered, and sheconstantly fought to break the molds in which people tried to imprisonher. The dramatic intensity with which she lived her life made it a theatrein which even minor events achieved legendary status.

Fifty years ago, Marilyn Monroe left the film industry bereft of her talent and her legendary beauty. On the occasion of the65th Cannes Film Festival, of which Marilyn was the figurehead, Chopard unveiled an exceptional series of 25 unpublishedphotographs of the star by Milton H. Greene, along with a stunning tribute jewelry creation designed by Caroline Scheufele.

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Chopard and The MoviesThis exceptional event is part ofthe long history of ties bindingChopard to the world offilmmaking. Official partner of theCannes Festival for the 15th year,the Geneva-based jewelry and watchmaking house illuminates thefestival with its incomparable sense of glamour, culminating in the

mounting of the steps ritual.Since redesigning the Palme d’Or, Chopard has

constantly strengthened its ties with the movie world. Loyalto its tradition of patronage,the company testified to itscommitment to the “seventhart” by creating a new award,the Trophée Chopard.Awarded each year, it aims toencourage promising newyoung actors and actresses.Chopard also associates withmajor productions andtalented directors, such asWoody Allen and his

Midnight in Paris, or Nine by RobMarshall, a film for which the Geneva-based companydesigned an exclusive Haute Joaillerie collection. Aboundless range of shared encounters, desires andemotions, all suffused with Chopard’s extraordinarycreativity, characterized by a world of dreams and apeerless sense of the exceptional.

*The 25 unpublished photographs by Milton H.Greene were selected by The Archives, LLC,Chopard and Oscar Generale Productions from the4,000 photographs taken by Milton H. Greene, towhich his son, Joshua Greene, owns the rights.

Happy Diamonds necklace available at Hyde Park

A Diamond TributeBehind the Hollywood goddess was a woman with both darkerand brighter sides to her nature. Caroline Scheufele has drawninspiration from this icon to design a jewelry creation of timelesselegance. The desire to honor Marilyn’s legend naturally called foran equally legendary stone, and whhat could be better thandiamonds to pay tribute to the woman who famously sangDiamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend? The shimmering gleam of whitegold vividly conveys the star’s enchanting radiance. Thismagnificent necklace—a cascade of heart-shaped, briolette-cutand brilliant-cut diamonds—was worn by Eva Herzigova for themounting of the steps ritual on the opening night of the CannesFilm Festival on May 16, along with a splendid pair of earrings setwith heart-shaped and brilliant-cut diamonds. Oh what canhappen when jewelry embodies a legend….

Milton H. Greene: A Sensitive VisionThis New York-born portrait specialist and fashion photographer worked forprestigious magazines including Life, Look, Harper’s Bazaar and Vogue. He set thestage for and immortalized all the great names of the artistic scene in the 1950sand ’60s: Grace Kelly, Marlene Dietrich, Audrey Hepburn, Cary Grant, Sofia Loren,Ava Gardner, Romy Schneider, Steve McQueen…. Among all these icons, it wasMarilyn Monroe who treated him to the most powerful aesthetic experience. Theirsense of professional kinship was enriched by a profound friendship. The sensitivetouch radiating from these pictures testifies to this intensely special relationship.

Marilyn once told him, “You made meinteresting.” Above all, she loved his vision thatrepresented a clean break from the stereotypesimposed on her by Hollywood. Sometimes, afterthe official photo sessions for magazines, oncethe team had left the set, he took more intimateand free-spirited pictures of her. They first met in1953, in a period when Marilyn was eager to playmore dramatic roles. Their cooperation tells thestory of this lesser known side of Marilyn’s life:her years in New York, during which she wasseeking to regain control of her career. With thisin mind, she took classes at the Actors Studiowith Lee Strasberg. In front of Milton H. Greene’slens, she was free to release other types ofemotions and images than those bound up with her public persona.

She thereby enriched her repertoire and dared to reveal more intimate sidesof her personality—like the photo in which the simplicity of a rumpled white sheetreveals her vulnerability and gentleness.

The woman rather than the diva: that is exactly what Milton H. Greene wasable to capture right from his first session with Marilyn in 1953, when Lookmagazine sent him to take the star’s portrait. After photographs in moresophisticated outfits, he presented the actress in a new light wearing a simpleblack coat belonging to his wife.

The sense of mutual understanding between Marilyn and Milton also emergesin the choice of more surprising settings, such as the window in which the actressis portrayed as a fortune teller or the sand of Laurel Canyon near Los Angeles,where she appears more natural than ever.

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T H E I N V I TAT I O N S BY JILLIAN LAROCHELLE

In addition to the trends we’ve highlighted here, Finigan recommends adding a foil stamp ora splash of unexpected color to freshen up a traditional invitation design. Envelope linersare a fun way to introduce a pattern that might otherwise overwhelm your invitation. Anddon’t forget about the front of the envelope: it’s the very first thing guests will see whenthey open the mailbox! Hand calligraphy is always the ultimate luxe touch, and some bridesare choosing an assortment of vintage stamps to add a final pop of visual interest.

LOCATIONLOCATIONLOCATION

“We get a lot of clients asking todo something location-specific,like this custom design thatfeatures the Boston skyline,” saysSamantha Finigan of Gus &Ruby Letterpress in Portsmouth,N.H. Whether your bash is inthe city or country, it’s a greatpersonalized touch. (Bonuspoints if the design is hand-illustrated.)

THE NEW NEONS

Neon colors are hot rightnow. They’re showing upeverywhere from fashion tohome décor, and of course, inwedding design. Neon onwhite looks fresh and is theprefect way to make a simplegraphic statement. For thenot-so-bold, Finigan assuresus that “muted watercolorpastels are also a big colortrend, especially in letterpressprinting.”

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With typefaces thisinteresting, who needscolors or imagery? Wethink they’re plentypretty on their own.According to Finegan,“Justified [centered] typewith variations in fonthas been a huge hit.”

QUIRKYWORDING

Carolina and Logan replaced the usual“reception to follow” with this funphrase promising “wild revelry” afterthe ceremony. RSVP cards are anothergreat place to experiment withexpressions. Instead of “will attend” and“will not attend,” try “wouldn’t miss itfor the world” and “we’ll be there inspirit,” or the simple-but-cheeky “yay”

and “nay.”

Set the Tone

IMPACTFUL INVITATIONS WILL GETYOUR GUESTS EXCITED FOR THE BIG DAY.

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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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Embellish your bouquet

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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. Forevermark is among those that guarantee diamondsare carefully selected to meet “high standards of business, socialand environmental integrity" (less than 1% of the world'sdiamonds are eligible to become a Forevermark diamond).Along with this heightened consciousness is the popularity of“recycling” diamonds: wearing vintage or heritage rings, familyheirlooms which can be adapted and updated for a fresh 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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THE UNIVERSAL STANDARD BY WHICH GEMS ARE JUDGED.

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A GIA report is certainty from the source.

As creator of the 4Cs and the International Diamond Grading System ™,

GIA sets the standards for diamond assessment, worldwide. Unbiased. Scientifi c.

A report from GIA gives you a clear understanding of your diamond’s quality.

Look for GIA Diamond Grading Reports and the jewelers who o! er them. www.4cs.gia.edu

PEACE OF MIND STARTS WITH PROOF OF QUALITY.

MICHAEL POLLAK knows jewelry from the inside, out.

T hree things a jeweler can’t do without. High integrity. Exceptional product selection. Dedication to service.

How did you get into the business? Believe it or not, selling Native American jewelry on the lawn of the University of Denver. That entrée was parlayed into what is now a very successful business called Hyde Park Jewelers, in 1973.

All-time favorite piece of jewelry? My grandfather’s ring, a piece I noticed and loved ever since I was a small boy. On my 50th birthday, my father presented it to me. There are few things in life I treasure so much as this heirloom.

Most valuable lesson learned at work? Sweat the small stu! , because details matter.

What should a customer always look for? Quality, value and trust. These are the principles that result in long-term relationships.

Why is a GIA report so important? GIA has always been the absolute source of education, knowledge and authority on diamonds and precious gems.

Insider’s tip? When a deal seems too good to be true, it usually is.

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

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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four reasons to wedat the four seasons

T H E V E N U E BY JESSICA FARMWALD

As the director of catering for Four Seasons Hotel Denver,Amanda Reeve oversees nearly 40 wedding celebrations a year in thebuilding’s elegant and contemporary ballrooms. Opened in October2010, the hotel boasts some of the Mile High City’s newest weddingvenues. But Reeve says it’s the detail-oriented service, specialtouches and excellent cuisine that make Four Seasons the perfectchoice for all things wedding, from the rehearsal dinner and thephoto shoot to the reception celebration and the bridal suite—andthey’ll even help out with the honeymoon. Here, Reeve gives us justfour of many reasons for choosing Four Seasons.

1A team of experts. “At Four Seasons, couples can trust us tomake their wedding day everything they’ve ever imagined, asweddings are our business,” says Reeve. A wedding consultant

from the hotel will provide a list of the best Denver event professionalsfor everything from flowers to videography, and can help coordinate

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logistics like transportation and a license for the ceremony. “We are hereto create a stress-free day, and working with proven professionals thatwere referred to the couples helps alleviate that element of worry.”

Couples are invited to gather at the hotel’s wedding showroom todiscover new trends and ideas—from a table set with fine linens andchina to a bridal gown (courtesy of Felicé Bridal) and stunningaccessories from Hyde Park Jewelers. They also get a first look atcreations by Four Seasons’ executive pastry chef, Christopher Jordan; acustom-designed cake is included in most wedding packages.

“We pride ourselves on culinary creativity, and foodis often the most important aspect of a wedding,” Reevesays. “Couples with over 50 guests have the opportunityto schedule a personalized menu tasting for up to fourpeople, which allows us to completely tailor food andbeverage options based on their tastes.”

2 The convenience factor. Four Seasonsprovides inclusive services for the entirewedding weekend. Reeve says, “Our urban

steakhouse, EDGE Restaurant, has private dining areasthat are perfect for intimate rehearsal dinners and post-nuptial brunches, as well as a vibrant bar often used for anightcap and a space to relax after the dancing ends.”Special room rates are offered so that guests can enjoyaccommodations that are in the heart of downtown andjust steps away from reception festivities.

Need to unwind on the day of? Four Seasons’ spa isa destination in and of itself—the perfect site for a bridalparty getaway—with 10 treatment rooms, steamrooms, and an expansive fitness area that providesequipment and classes. Or, try Reeve’s favorite: minispa treatments next to the stunning rooftop pool whiletopping off your tan.

3 Elegant, customizable event settings.The ballrooms provide a nature-inspired,yet cosmopolitan backdrop for brides to

make their own. “Four Seasons supplies exquisitetablescapes—including dining tables and coordinatingchairs, floor length table linens and cloth napkins—under sparkling chandeliers,” Reeve says. “But eachindividual wedding party can easily customize theirevent with floral choices and special decor touches.”

4 Perks! Through the hotel’s “SomethingBorrowed” program, in partnership withHyde Park Jewelers, eligible brides can

dazzle in a loaned necklace and earrings (total value upto $10,000). Brides choose from lines like Penny

Preville, Tacori, Ivanka Trump, Jude Frances, Roberto Coin and more.Plus, brides will receive a complimentary white satin jewelry roll fromHyde Park upon the jewelry’s return—and a savings offer on their piecesif they just can’t part with them. Also, in addition to complimentaryaccommodations on their wedding night, couples who hold qualifyingevents can receive three nights at selected Four Seasons resorts in Hawaiior Mexico to start their honeymoon. “And Four Seasons doesn’t forgetabout ‘something blue,’” says Reeve. “Each bride is presented with anembroidered blue handkerchief to commemorate her special day.”

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T H E S T O R I E S BY MICHAL DIMICELI

had always wanted a vintage wedding,and my dream came true on Saturday, June 9th, 2012 when I wed theman of my dreams in Madison, Connecticut. We worked hard to get allthe details right, but I swear it was a few pieces of jewelry from mybeloved late great-grandmother that made the day magical.

My dress was a magnificent 1960s lace gown I discovered at my localconsignment shop. It had puffy shoulders and a high collar, but I saw thepotential and had it tailored into a sleeveless mermaid shape. The veil wasthe original, also from the ’60s, and the engagement and wedding ringswere English platinum dating from the early 1900s.

The ceremony and reception were held at the beautiful MadisonBeach Club, which dates back to the 1920s. My family and I have spentmany happy times there, so it was a delight to share it with 140 people Iadore. We collected old mason jars to use as flower vases, and I decoratedthe reception with family wedding photos going back three generations.

Everything was in place for my vintage theme, but the mostimportant element was surely the influence of my great-grandmother,Mama Crowley. As a kid, I’d spend hours sitting with Mama. She wasconfined to her bed, but always looked elegant in her silk and lace robe,with her pink high-heel slippers waiting on the floor. I can’t remembernow what we talked about, but I do remember loving to be in herpresence and arranging all of her glass figurines and miniature Limogesshoes (a wonderful collection I now own).

Mama Crowley loved family, loved to travel and always lookedstylish. She believed in living life fully and with passion...and that youmight as well look beautiful while you’re doing it! I learned so muchfrom her, and I know that she shaped the woman I am today. Althoughwe lost her almost 30 years ago, I’ve felt her presence throughout mylife, never more so than on my wedding day. My lovely grandmotherJoan is convinced that her mother (Mama Crowley) sent me Joe. He iseverything I could have asked for in a life partner, and exactly who mygreat-grandmother would have chosen for me.

The weather on the morning of June 9th was a little iffy, so myhairstylist (of all people) suggested that I leave rosary beads facing outsideto guarantee sunshine. It just so happens that I had packed MamaCrowley’s rosary beads at the last minute, so my mother dutifully hungthem from the balcony of my hotel room. The weather continued to betouch-and-go for a while, but the minute I took my first step down theaisle, Mama cleared the skies and the weather stayed gorgeous for theremainder of the day. (I should mention that Mama was a novice nunbefore she married, so I’m sure she had some pull…)

Not only did Mama’s rosary beads work their magic on my big day,but I also wore her gold and pearl drop earrings and her pearl andsapphire gold bracelet, connecting me physically, emotionally andspiritually to this amazing lady. I look forward to passing on the love,traditions and family heirlooms to my future family.

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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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AND AWARENESS. BY KATHERINE STRAUSS

Brent Handler,founder and CEO of

Inspirato, enjoysquality time with sonEli while on vacation.

‘‘Nothing brings families and friends together like a greatvacation.” Brent Handler should know. Over the last 10 years,he has created a new travel category—the destination club—

and grown it into a multibillion-dollar industry, first as the founder andpresident of Exclusive Resorts, and now as the founder and CEO ofInspirato. By offering members access to various luxury vacation homesaround the world, destination clubs are an increasingly attractive alternativeto second home ownership, overpriced (and undersized) hotel rooms, and

risky villa rentals. “I want to make it easier for people to enjoy truly great,stress-free vacations,” says Handler.

And now Handler’s luxury vacations are making it easier for non-profits toraise critical funds. “People have always asked me to donate vacations forauctions in support of charitable causes,” he explains. “So when I set out tobuild Inspirato, I thought, ‘Why not do this in a bigger, more organized,proactive way that will make a meaningful impact on the causes we support?’”

Last year, as Inspirato was navigating its first year of business,

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attracting some of the world’s top venture capital firms and beingrecognized by Forbes as one of “America’s Most Promising Companies,” theclub created a dedicated philanthropic program, Inspired Giving, and beganpartnering with dozens of non-profits and schools nationwide in order tofind collaborative ways to raise dollars and awareness.

“Our Inspired Giving vacation offerings have really struck a chord withhigh-end donors,” says Handler. The program features more than 50Inspirato private residences in 20 different world-class vacation destinations,including Newport, Laguna, the Caribbean, Vail, Aspen, Hawaii, Italy andMexico. Once a donor books a vacation with Inspired Giving, they are able toenjoy what all Inspirato members enjoy, including personalized service froma dedicated vacation advisor, an on-site destination concierge and luxuriousaccommodations, ranging from intimate, couples-only retreats to large, well-appointed homes in excess of 5,000 square feet.

“We make it easy for people to donate to their favorite cause and enjoy anamazing, luxury vacation—at a discount,” says Handler. In a unique twist to thetypical event auction, Inspirato provides non-profit partners with multiplevacation packages that any number of event attendees can purchase for $6,000each. Inspirato donates the full $6,000 from the first vacation to the non-profitpartner and donates $3,000 for every vacation sold thereafter.

“Why limit a great auction item to just the highest bidder?” asksHandler. “We found that once we started this new approach to live auctions,there was a substantial increase in funds raised for our partners.”

The Vail Valley Youth Foundation, for example, raised $96,000 in a

matter of minutes by offering Inspirato vacation options to everyone at thefoundation’s annual Star Dancing Gala in July 2012. Earlier in the year, theCancer League of Colorado sold 15 Inspirato trips in one evening—netting$48,000 for the non-profit—at the organization’s annual Hope Ball.

‘‘Inspirato has created an outstanding program that benefits non-profitorganizations while giving our donors access to a one-of-a-kindtravel experience,” says Karen Rosen, a special event coordinator at

Excelsior Youth Center in Aurora, Colorado, an organization that experienced itsmost successful fundraiser ever in 2012, which included raising $54,000 fromInspirato vacation offerings. “They have been a true partner in every sense, frompre-event promotion to on-site support the night of the event. It’s readilyapparent that Inspirato has a tremendous passion for philanthropy.”

Handler notes that the Inspired Giving program has been good forbusiness, too. “When donors travel with Inspirato through our Inspired Givingprogram, they get to experience firsthand our high-touch service and thebenefits of vacationing with an exclusive club. It’s a great way to introduceInspirato to a new audience.”

Since its launch 19 months ago, Inspirato has raised more than $1.5 millionfor charitable causes.

“As a relatively new company, Inspirato would not have been able tomake this kind of impact through traditional donations,” says Handler. “ButInspired Giving is a powerful example of what businesses can do when theythink creatively and leverage existing assets to make a difference.”

For more information, please visit inspiredgiving.com.

Inspirato’s Casa del Sol residence in Los Cabos, Mexico, isone of the many vacation options in the company’s

philanthropic program. With 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathroomsand 3,100 sq ft, this private residence overlooking the Sea

of Cortez can accommodate a party of 10.

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T o the casual tourist, the Hotel L’Orologio is a luxurious boutique innoverlooking Florence’s famed Piazza Santa Maria Novella, with a themerelating to clocks and watches. But to those who share owner Sandro

Fratini’s passion for horology (the measurement of time), the hotel is a treasuretrove of memorabilia and unique design, with discoveries around every corner.

Fratini owns the small upscale hotel chain WTB (which stands for Whythe Best?) with six hotels in Florence; he is also chairman of Super RifleS.p.A, the parent company of Rifle jeans. A lifelong collector of vintagewatches, he owns more than two thousand, mainly from his three favorite

brands: Rolex, Vacheron Constantin and Patek Philippe. At L’Orologio,Fratini has been able to combine his affinity for fine watches with his talentfor consumer marketing, creating a singular and fascinating hotelexperience.

Each room at Hotel L’Orologio is identified in two ways: with a room number,as you might expect, and also with a name corresponding to a watch owned bySignore Fratini. Each floor is devoted to a particular brand: the first to VacheronConstantin, the second to Rolex, and the top two floors to Patek Philippe. Withineach room are photos or artwork related to its namesake watch.

For true watch aficionados, however, the real excitement is found onthe ground floor, within rooms off the lobby. Claudio Delli, general managerof WTB Hotels, showed off the incredible details waiting to be discoveredby those who choose to look more closely. Among them: the exclusivemirrors designed in the style of Rolex watch bands, and the sundial etchedinto the floor beside a reflecting pool that appears to be illuminated bystellini, tiny stars in the ceiling above. Then there are the door handles in theshape of Rolex watch hands (sometimes called Mercedes because they’resimilar to the Mercedes logo), and the hand-painted reproductions of watch

faces that decorate the floor in the smoking lounge beside Il Bar de L’O. Butthe pieces de resistance were the elegant busts of Messieurs Patek andPhilippe that grace the pedestals in the sitting area. One could spend hourscataloging the little touches that make this hotel unique in the world.

WTB plans to roll out L’Orologio as their premier nameplate to other“artistic” cities in Italy, with new hotels planned for Venice and Rome. Thecompany also markets L’Orologio products including scarves, alligatorsneakers and other items, with an eye toward building L’Orologio into aninternationally recognized brand.

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EXPLORE THE LITTLE LUXURIES THE WORLD HAS TO OFFER.BY DONALD CHARLES RICHARDSON

TRUFFLE TIME!Every autumn, New York’s famed SD26 offers white trufflesgathered in the Piedmont region of Italy. To celebrate thearrival of these delicacies, the restaurant presents a specialmenu (through December). Marisa May, who owns and runsSD26 with her father, Tony May, has a favorite among theelaborate dishes: uovo in raviolo con burro tartufato.Created by Nino Bergese (personal chef to the last king ofItaly) and now prepared by SD26 chef Matteo Bergamini, asingle, large raviolo is stuffed with a barely cooked eggwhose yolk spills forth into a sauce of brown butter, allunder a mantle of white truffles. SD26’s wine director,Michael Doctor, pairs this treat with a Barolo, La Corda dellaBriccolina, Batasiolo 1995. Ms. May ha gusto bella.

UPSTAGEDRenée Fleming, the Simon Bolivar Symphony Orchestra of Venezuela, and the New York Pops are just a few of the artists performing at Carnegie Hall thisseason. You could buy tickets, but to really be involved in these remarkable occasions, join the Patrons. You’ll have access to rehearsals and meet-the-artistcocktail parties, a ticket concierge to arrange for special seating requests, and the very glamorous Opening Night Gala. In addition, Patrons are offered oneof the most fascinating insider experiences in New York City: while telling stories and sharing his extraordinary knowledge, Carnegie Hall archivist GinoFrancesconi escorts Patrons on a private tour up, down and all around, including visits to the Maestros’ Suite and other fascinating parts of the historichall. Chances are this excursion will end on a high note.

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ACTIVE ISLANDAh, winter vacation. You might locate a secluded beach and stretch outin the sun. Or, you could sail over to the Bitter End Yacht Club on VirginGorda, where there’s lots to do. Take to the water: Bitter End’s fleet hasover 100 vessels, including sailboats, catamarans, kayaks, paddleboatsand motorboats. Shape up: Fitness guru Andrea Metcalf offers one-on-one training. Give a party: Bitter End will bring in a major musical act(The Beach Boys and Michael McDonald have been booked in the past).Indulge: Winston’s Bakery is known around the world for its breads,pastries and luscious desserts. And if you really just want to chill: BitterEnd has three white sand beaches where you can simply sit.

WEAVING PAST AND PRESENTVojtech Blau is the only business in the United States dedicatedexclusively to tapestries. By appointment only, clients can discoversome of the world’s most exquisite examples of woven art. DirectorSimona Blau, a brilliant historian and art collector, started with creationsfrom the 16th through 18th centuries and has recently added worksthough the mid-20th century. Among the marvelous pieces displayedon the walls of her attractive showroom are Flemish and Brugestapestries along with creations by Alexander Calder, whose interest intapestry led him to partner directly with Aubusson weavers, and SoniaDelaunay, one of the greatest translators of a modernist considerationof color and form to the material and texture of tapestry. Brilliantcombinations of ancient skill and contemporary art.

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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.

THE THRILL OF VICTORYCARS, STARS AND HISTORIC RACE CIRCUITS. BY DAVID A. ROSE

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Vow to be different.

Fairytale weddings don’t always have to look like they are out of a storybook. Four Seasons can take any dream, from the sublime to the outrageous, and bring it to life like never before. Your wedding is once-in-a-lifetime. We vow to turn your imagination into reality and showcase why you fell in love. Why resemble anything done before? For more information about our two majestic ballrooms, breathtaking rooftop terrace, expansive views of the city and truly intuitive service, visit www.fourseasons.com/denver/weddings or call 303.389.3133.

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