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2945 MONROE AVENUE

ROCHESTER, NY 14618

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326 EASTVIEW MALL

VICTOR, NY 14564

585-425-4100

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C H A I R M A N O F T H E B O A R D

IRVING MANN

C H I E F E X E C U T I V E O F F I C E R

NANCY MANN

P R E S I D E N T

ROBERT MANN

C H I E F O P E R A T I N G O F F I C E R

MICHAEL GALLINA

D I R E C T O R O F M A R K E T I N G

MEGAN CRAWFORD

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KAREN ALBERG GROSSMAN

C R E A T I V E D I R E C T O R

HANS GSCHLIESSER

M A N A G I N G E D I T O R

JILLIAN LAROCHELLE

P R O J E C T M A N A G E R

LISA MONTEMORRA

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CYNTHIA LUCERO

JEAN-NICOLE VENDITTI

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FEATURES 6 Illumannations

8 Happy Birthday Accent!

10 Fabulous in Rochester

14 From the Runways

22 Top 5 Cocktails: Mixing it Up

24 Top 5 Customizations: Make it Personal

26 Top 5 Gifts: It’s a Wrap

28 Red Carpet: Dreamy in Black & White

32 Pantone Fashion Color Report

34 Collections: Willow by David Yurman

36 Perfect Gems

40 Toast Your Glass

44 Wine: Opus One

46 Camping Goes Glam

52 Food: Gulf Gourmet

56 Travel Tips: Working It

58 The Arts: Ballets Russes

60 Culture: Café Society

64 Health & Fitness: ROC Boxing

66 Profile: Shinola

68 Profile: Stephen Webster

70 Spotlight: Mikimoto’s 120th Anniversary

90 Books: The Art of Fashion

BRIDAL SECTION 76 The Memories

78 The Ring

80 The Dress

82 Simply Beautiful Events

84 The Advice

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In addition to adding

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reat your customers well, and you’ll have a successful business. That’s the

story we’ve been able to follow, and hope to continue to follow, in generations to come.”

—Irving MannWhen we decided to open our second location in Eastview

Mall, we proceeded with one guiding thought: maintain the integrity and personalized experience of the Mann’s Jewelers brand—to continue the tradition that has built Mann’s Jewelers into the exciting, trusted brand it is today. It’s a tradition rooted in a commitment not only to bring our customers the very best, but to provide our customers with an out-of-the-ordinary and delightfully unexpected experience.

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you. Our new store environment is designed with you in mind, offering jewelry and gifts that are meant to make your moments more memorable, your occasions more special, your memories more

sacred.

Jewelry, by nature, is highly personal. It is symbolic and treasured, worn often, and in some cases never removed. It can be tied to your graduation, your birthday, your engagement, your wedding day, the birth of your children, that long-awaited promotion at work or that especially warm and joyous oliday.

Selecting these gifts, whether they are for yourself or someone you love, should be a meaningful experience and one

that we feel honored to share with you. Our Eastview location will provide an expanded selection with extended hours, allowing us to be there for you when you need us most.

A sneak peek at our new store in the Von Maur wing.

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In addition to adding a location, we’ve added brands to the MJ portfolio: Hermès timepieces, Bell & Ross timepieces, Shinola timepieces and leather goods, and Pesavento fine jewelry, to name a few. We’re also introducing a Home & Gift Gallery, a curated assortment of gifts, each carefully selected to address the hard-to-shop-for individual in your life – whether it be a colleague, your significant other or even a furry friend.

The excitement continues around every corner. Kick-back in our men’s department or try on rings in our dedicated

bridal boutique: an interactive store-within-a-store that will change the way you shop for an engagement ring.

Complementing our new collections, the Eastview Mall store will also bring you the brands you already know and

love Mann’s Jewelers for. Try on a vast array of jewels by David Yurman and watches by Rolex, each in their own in-store boutique. Shop the collections of Ippolita, Mikimoto, John Hardy and Stephen Webster. And choose from the expanded offerings of our distinctive, proprietary collections: MJ Rocks, MJ Facets, MJ Dewdrops and MJ Precious Petites.

If a picture is worth a thousand words, seeing something firsthand is worth a million. We invite you to visit us at Eastview Mall and Monroe Avenue this holiday season. We can’t wait to welcome you.


HAPPY BIRTHDAY ACCENT MAG!

In 2003, The Human Genome Project was officially completed, The Tampa Bay Buccaneers won the Super Bowl, the Bennifer (Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck) wedding that wasn’t was the talk of celebrity gossip, Madonna and Britney lip-locked, Outkast released Hey Ya, and The Lord of the Rings was topping the movie charts.

In the fall of 2003, Mann’s Jewelers was also launching an ambitious project—a brand new luxury lifestyle magazine. It’s hard to believe that 10 years have flown by. Accent grows each season, reaching more people and publishing more articles. Whether you love travel, epicurean delights, arts and culture, or the latest fashion and jewelry updates, Accent Magazine is designed with you in mind.

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Naughty or Nice? Fall fashion helps you express both of your alter egos.COURTNEY WINSLOW

FABULOUS IN ROCHESTER

the year-round staple, and grays (50 shades) are the new black, creating a safe neutral palette for all ages. Feminine curves are either exaggerated with color-block silhouettes, or lost in oversized mohair coats. Peter Pan collars are magical and fabulous for layering. The turtleneck makes a comeback (still hiding those hickies missy?), black, snug and thinly layered under just about everything

colorful. Loafers, s t a c k e d

heels and pointed kitten heels strut around Pleasantville—oh, I mean Pittsford—with Christmas packages perfectly wrapped.

And in the other corner, my little rocker packs a punch with ’90s throwbacks. Although Miss Naughty might be forced into boarding school, she’ll make the best out of her uniform. Her plaids are adorned with studs, pins and grommets... an interesting twist on the

t the beginning of every season,

my saintly side and my naughty side battle it out WWF style for ownership over my closet. This fall is no exception. Who will reign as the Queen of Fabulous this year? Will it be pastel Pollyanna, or kick-ass Courtney Love? And let the battle between “good” and “a good time” begin…

Will I invest in a motorcycle jacket or a baby pink mohair topcoat? Tulip skirt or leather mini? Pointelle stockings or tailored

trousers? Ear cuff or pearl drops? Ankle booties or stacked heels? Plaids or pastels? Is your head spinning around like in The Exorcist yet?

Let’s get ready to rumble! Naughty: Stay in your corner.Hit it Polly: Spring comes back for more with soft, fluffy fabrics

in pastel hues, helping us to see the sunny side of things and forget that it’s dark and dreary outside. These colors are 1960s candy coated in baby blue, sea foam and pink. White takes over as

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country fabric. Sheer mini-dresses send us to Nirvana when transformed by flannel patterns. Sweaters and jackets get bullied by patent leather sleeves, spikes and mesh chain accents. Camouflage stilettos and army-inspired jackets will get her prepared for military school next year. If color is going to be devilish it takes the form of purples and greens this season; deep vampire shades of burgundy are adored.

So who will have more fun this winter? Mrs. Goody-Two-Shoes would be a popular choice on my son’s first day of kindergarten, appropriately coifed and snug in huggable baby blue... and she won’t scare the animals at Powers Farm Market, either. But my bad girl will ROCK the kids Halloween party. And who doesn’t love a little naughty at the company holiday dinner? Someone has to shake things up by coming dressed with high slits, sex and stilettos. Who else would be able to make the boss’s wife fall over into the punch bowl?!

Oh, who can choose? The answer: Mix glam and grunge. Layer something soft under an edgy moto jacket and

add a plaid scarf. Wear a few of the things that are comfortable and safe, with pieces and accents that are just naughty enough to make everyone around you a little nervous.

And to help you with your mixed fashion messages, there’s one place in town where high fashion gets a reality check: Dado Boutique. Owner and fellow fab girl Dalida Atallah let me raid her

Oh, who can choose?

The answer: Mix glam

and grunge.

Monroe Ave. store to put together go-to fall ensembles featuring some of her well-curated pieces.

A Peter Pan-collared Equipment blouse is paired with Mother distressed denim and a Vince pointed-toe d’orsay flat. However, the look is not complete without a coated-denim brown motorcycle jacket draped over the shoulders.

Try a Current Elliot studded-collar flannel with white tuxedo pants, trim to the ankle with a black stripe, add a

knit beanie and an Adrienne Landau fur vest for night. Who says you can’t wear a sweatshirt to work? A Rebecca Taylor

leopard sporty top looks incredibly smart paired with a collared shirt, a leather pencil skirt and Rag & Bone booties.

Come on, we all know how the Pollyannas of the world eventually turn out… Miley? Britney? Ummm Reese? So live a little dangerously; stock leopard, plaids and pinstripes for fall. Most importantly, plan

your look around a statement coat. Investment jackets are just like a new tote or a fabulous

new pair of heels... except you get to wear

it everyday! Hey, if you’re going to freeze in Rochester, you might as well look

hot doing it. Have the happiest and most

fabulous of holidays!


A kaleidoscopic dance of light. Each exuberant facet reflects one of the many different aspects of you.

MJ Facets Collection from$230


Whether from the future or borrowed from the boys, modern shapes call for minimalist jewelry.

1. John Hardy Dot collection large earrings in sterling silver, $450 (Small earrings available for $375) 2. Roberto Demeglio Domino bracelets with diamond

stations in ceramic and 18K gold. Black bracelet, $2,860; White bracelet, $3,600 3. Monogram pendant in sterling silver, $325 4. Diamond eternity bands with

emerald-cut diamonds in platinum. 6.08 ct band, $37,500; 9.33 ct band, $56,800 5. Stephen Webster Forget Me Knot cuff bangle in sterling silver, $795

6. Movado Bold watch with Swarovski crystal accent on leather strap, $395

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1. Alex Sepkus Sticks and Stones earrings with ocean jasper and diamonds in 18K yellow gold, $3,650 2. Todd Reed handmade rings featuring natural fancy

colored diamonds and white diamonds set in recycled 18K gold. Each piece is unique; prices available on request. 3. Gaetana Couture earrings with emerald,

black opal, drusy and diamonds in 18K yellow gold, $8,775 4. Stephen Webster Batmoth ring with black opalescent quartz, crystal and black diamonds in 18K

white gold, $4,500 5. Chan Luu multi-wrap bracelet with semi-precious stones, crystal and vermeil beads in leather, $295 6. Roberto Coin Anamalier tiger cuff

bracelet with 11.92 cts of colored and white diamonds in 18K yellow gold, $68,000

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51. Tassel necklace with carved emerald, emerald beads, black onyx and diamonds in 18K/10K white gold on an emerald and white topaz station chain, $24,750

2. Necklace with a fancy yellow diamond center and white diamond pavé frame in platinum/18K white gold with a diamond station chain, $33,025 3. Tassel

necklace with black diamond beads, black onyx and diamonds in 18K/10K white gold on a pearl and white topaz chain, $8,650 4. Heather Moore personalized

necklace. Each charm is unique to you, with every name, date and symbol done by hand using recycled metals in your choice of sterling silver or pink, green,

yellow or white gold. Prices available on request. 5. S&R Designs Vino necklace. Inside each bottle is an engraved secret message, personalized to your

specifications. Pendant with faceted white topaz and diamonds in 18K yellow gold and blackened sterling silver. Chain sold separately. $2,145.

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1. Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Military Ceramic watch with ceramic dial on a rubber strap, $4,500 2. Jan Leslie Bull & Bear cufflinks in sterling silver, $450 3. Hermès Cape Cod

automatic watch on an alligator strap, $5,350 4. Deakin & Francis Wellington Boot cufflinks with enamel in sterling silver, $475 5. David Yurman mens’ bands with diamonds in

sterling silver; Band with white diamonds in titanium and sterling silver, $2,700; Band with black diamonds in titanium and sterling silver, $1,850 6. David Yurman cufflinks with red

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Warm up with a holiday cocktail, brought to you by Rochester’s hottest libation lounges.

JENN BERGIN

MIXING IT UP

[4]Lion's TailThis 1930s holiday cocktail is

a study in contrasts. A dash of Gomme syrup softens the flavor and adds a silky texture to this classic concoction. The Revelry recommends it on the rocks.

Bourbon

bitters

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[1]Almond Fat-Washed SidecarImpress your epicurean friends

Avvino

braised almonds. To try this

discard (or save for a future batch) the fat cap and strain the

sultry version of a classic sidecar:

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[2]Whiskey Over Easy

frothiness, Cheshire uses the

but also the creamy texture of

brandied cherry.

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¾ ounce rich simple or

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Erie Grill.

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¾ ounce of brandy¾ ounce of limoncello

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MAKE IT PERSONAL

[3]What’s in a name? A lot. Show the special woman in

your life how very unique you think she is with monogrammed jewelry from Mann’s Jewelers —so precious and so personal. Start by choosing between a bracelet, necklace or ring and then choose a preferred metal, sterling silver or 14k gold in rose or yellow. Diamonds also available with select styles to reflect her sparkling personality. Necklaces start at $165.

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[1]You can’t give him the shirt

off your back, so give him something better. Help create a custom-designed dress shirt from Adrian Jules Custom Clothiers for the special man in your life. Whether he’s fashion-forward or needs a little focus, the consultants at Adrian Jules will help him to design a one-of-a-kind dress shirt that’s a perfect fit for his frame, look and lifestyle.

Whether it’s a larger cuff to fit over a Rolex, twill or herringbone, contrast button stitching, the perfect pocket square, or a lined collar and cuffs, every option for customization will be covered in a one-hour consultation. And if that’s not tailored enough, initials and signatures in script can even be stitched into the shirt for an additional charge.

Visit adrianjules.com to schedule a consultation or purchase a gift certificate. Prices for custom-designed dress shirts begin at $195 and take 4 to 6 weeks for delivery.

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[2]Long gone are the days of

the computer geek. It’s easy to be tech savvy in style with this sleek and compact lightweight leather iPad sleeve. Securely stow your can’t-live-without digital device in an envelope of high-grade, handcrafted leather. Personalize by choosing between pink, orange, lime or turquoise, and then label with a monogram of glittering gold. The result is stylish protection for all generations of iPads and tablets on the market today.

This, and many other personalized leather accessories are available at Mann’s Jewelers. iPad case, $125 with personalization.

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[5]Looking for a great go-to gift

for everyone from the holiday hostess to your hard-working husband? Purchase any bottle of Gentleman Jack Tennessee Whiskey, Woodford Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey or Woodford Reserve Double Oaked (prices start at $31 for 750ml) from Century Liquor and Wines and have the bottle engraved for free. Who knew drinking Scotch could be so sentimental?

The service is offered around Father’s Day and back just in time for the holidays. It’s been so popular, even Army sergeants have gifted the bottles to deployed soldiers, engraved with name, rank and unit.

All bottles are engraved in-store, while you wait. Free samples and engraving will be available at the Pittsford location November 22-23 and December 22-23.

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[4]Give a gift that stands apart

in the sea of holiday gift cards. It’s not for a massage or a pedicure—it’s for custom blend foundation at Scott Miller Salon and Spa.

Makeup artists pamper you as they determine your perfect palette, all by expertly studying the science of your skin. Within minutes you have a blended foundation made to flawlessly match your skin tone, texture and coloring. Headed to the Sunshine State to beat winter blues? Just stop in to add a little color to your foundation and match your tan. No lines, no fuss—and all the fun.

A steal at $38 for a one-ounce bottle that’s guaranteed to last as long as any department store brand.

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Five Rochester tastemakers think outside the box, each adorning a perfectly plain white package in their signature style.

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IT’S A WRAP

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[1]Organic luxe – it’s

the juxtaposition between pairing natural and raw elements with sleek details. And for Charles Arena, it’s a lifestyle.

As local florist extraordinaire, he has spent a lifetime creating beautiful gifts. He knows that what’s on the outside should reflect what’s on the inside. Arena’s packaging emanates style and personality, creates suspense, and emphasizes sentiment.

If you don’t know the recipient on a personal level, he suggests using the seasons for design inspiration and as a simple way to make a statement.

[2]Sometimes you

don’t even need a card, when your wrap is just so...you.

If you’ve ever seen the bright, colorful and MacKenzie-Childs-inspired offices of Dixon Schwabl, then you will recognize the famous courtly check print ribbon as a Lauren Dixon signature. She lets her personality shine through with fun and whimsical wrapping. It’s a festive twist on traditional, with holiday red and green taken up a notch.


[3]It’s all about making moments

memorable for Kelli Berg, event coordinator and owner of Simply Beautiful Events. For an unforgettable gift, she uses lots of detail in her design. When impeccably and thoughtfully done, great presentation can make an impression that lasts longer than the gift itself, she says.

Still, you don’t have to be crafty to show you care. If creativity is just not your cup of eggnog, use the card to express how you feel. That’s a gift that keeps on giving.

[5]Whether talking

wrapping or the written word, surprise and sentiment are important to copywriter and creative guru Kate Sonnick. The present is in the presentation when the gift box is enveloped with fun vintage finds like this YSL silk scarf and Jackie O-esque sunglasses.

Presents don’t need to be pricey to be personal, she says. For example, she once wrapped a gift for a friend who loves skiing using items that no self-respecting powder-hound would be without: a trail map, powder cords and duct tape. She suggests using children’s drawings to wrap a Mother’s Day or birthday gift.

[4]Having designed spaces

ranging from the interior of Next Door Bar & Grill to her own yoga sanctuary, Stency Wegman knows how to establish ambiance. She naturally creates flow by thinking in terms of theme.

Paying attention to trends in color and pattern, she wrapped a gift for “Baby’s First Christmas.” She adds a classic and sentimental touch with adornments on the outside of the package that can be used in another way: for example, a sterling silver baby rattle that can become a family heirloom.


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The Pantone Fashion Color Report is the foremost international authority on colors and trends for the upcoming fashion season.

It was created nearly 50 years ago with the purpose of simplifying decision-making and buying processes for fashion designers,

industry leaders and enthusiasts. The report showcases the latest fashion trends and predictions — all in the name of style.

As a new season of style debuted during Fall 2013 Fashion Week, so did a new palette of fall colors, compliments of Pantone.

For the brisk days ahead, there are several bright hues to enhance and enliven as colder months set in, such as red Samba and

orange-based Koi, while all-time favorites such as Emerald and Carafe step onto the scene. From dark gray Turbulence to brilliant

magenta-toned Vivacious, the options are endless. From serious fashionistas to those just looking to update their wardrobes, jewelry

will complement the refreshingly refined styles and the classics. There’s a gemstone to invigorate any outfit and set the stage for

individual style and character.

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At David Yurman’s country home is a pond, apeaceful place where willows arch over the water.An early evening walk to this spot inspired Willow,

a new jewelry collection he created with his wife, Sybil. Thegraceful designs interpret David Yurman’s iconic cable motifin a feminine way, and effortlessly layer with his existingcollections.

Like fronds dancing on a light breeze, there is a kineticenergy in Willow. Each strand of cable is carefully placedto create a natural effect, with pavé diamonds shimmeringlike evening light on velvety, soft buds. “There’s a bit of

organic harmony,” says Yurman. “Like everything in nature,it’s perfectly asymmetric.”

Willow also takes a cue from the classics. As with allDavid Yurman collections, ancient art and symbolism shapeeach design. In mythology, the willow is the tree ofenchantment.

Now, in precious metal and sparkling diamonds, you canalso be captivated by the Willow collection’s enduring magic.

The range of styles includes bracelets, rings, necklacesand earrings in sterling silver and 18 karat gold with pavédiamonds.

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ORGANICHARMONYDavid Yurman’s new Willow collection is all about energy, enchantment and enduring magic.

“Like everything in nature,it’s perfectly asymmetric.”

—David Yurman

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"Everything about Opus One, from the buildings to the vineyards to theprinciples of viticulutre, was made by consensus," says winemaker MichaelSilacci. The winery was created in 1980 by two giants in the wine world:Robert Mondavi and Baron Philippe de Rothschild. The idea was that aserious, Premier Cru Bordeaux-style wine could be created in California'sNapa Valley, which was only just establishing its claim as a serious wineregion. Silacci joined the group in 2001 as a DOVE (director of viticultureand oenology) before being appointed winemaker in 2004.

"The entire focus is on creating a single red wine," says Silacci. "Tokeep that sense of purpose, you need to have a very deep understandingabout what you're doing." He also stresses that they're not making thesame wine each year, but adjusting the blend (using Cabernet Sauvignon,Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec) as growing conditionsrequire. "Malbec (introduced to the blend in 1994) adds spice andcharacter; Petit Verdot (first introduced in 1997) adds structure. "It mayseem, if you look at the varietal composition, that we're bouncing all

around. But as you taste the vintages, you findthere's a consistency, a mouth feel and texturethat helps define Opus One each year."

Silacci also isn't afraid to continue toexplore the potential of the wine, whetherthrough scientific means (he introducednighttime harvesting to catch the grapes attheir plumpest, and added parfumist/scientistAlexander Schmidt to the roster of people whoanalyze the blend each vintage), throughmanagement (vine workers are specificallytrained and dedicated to harvesting grapes forOpus One, and everyone from harvesters toaccountants have a hand in finalizing eachvintage) or through sheer gut instinct, as in

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"My gut feeling was that it would work."Silacci is also adamant that, while Opus

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Southern kitchens have long produced some of the best chefs (andmost delicious dishes) in America. The post-colonial influences ofCreole, African, Cajun, French and Native American cultures have

infused powerful, exotic flavors into what can now be considered not justsouthern food, but southern cuisine. Cooking pros and restaurant reviewerswith a focus on this epicurean niche know that all the good grub can nolonger be lumped into the ‘greasy spoon and fried’ category. Rather, theyrecognize the Low Country for its unique ingredients and ability to infusetraditional classics with cutting-edge innovation.

Historically, agriculture has thrived down in the five Gulf States —Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida — due to rich, fertile soiland the Gulf of Mexico’s warm, seafood-filled waters. But despite thewealth of fresh ingredients, southern living hasn’t always been easy living.The last seven years have pummeled the region with deadly hurricanes andrecord-breaking flooding of the Mississippi River system, not to mentionone of the worst oil spills in recorded history. But business is back: dockshave been rebuilt, boats restored and cleaned. Ecosystems and estuariesare returning to their former splendor.

We spoke with top chefs from Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippiabout their home-cooked chow and the love and passion they deliver ontoour plates.

GULFGOURMET

The food’s haute in Low Country. SHIRA LEVINE

CHEF STEVE ZUCKERCorporate chef for Aloha Hospitality based in Orange Beach, Alabama

Some of the best chefs start very young: you were 17.Because I was extremely young and raw, I was able to fall in love withcooking and really go for it. But I had to learn the old-school way, firstby watching and then working my way up. I did that before I went toculinary school and it has benefited me my whole career. I learned tohave eyes in the back of my head and multitask. You’ve cooked all around the world, yet you still live in asmall beach town along the Gulf of Alabama.I’ve traveled all over: South Korea, Taiwan, Italy, France. I’ve worked inMaui, Las Vegas. I went to Johnson & Wales in Rhode Island. Buthonestly, there is nowhere I’d rather be than here in Alabama, workingwith Big Bob on our good food and good hospitality. We’re running 12different kitchens. We have some restaurants that were destroyed byhurricanes. But the reality is, everywhere I’ve lived there has been [thethreat that] something devastating can happen. Down here we have toughpeople who love life. They appreciate every day. Why is the South such a special place for food?A gumbo can change from town to town. (Our gumbo made theGuinness Book of World Records!) Everyone has their own unique style;I love that and I love traveling through these states learning about thehistory of our food. We have the best blue crabs, better than theChesapeake’s, and the most incredible oysters. Our red snapper,grouper, mahi and flounder are killer good. Then we have great dirt forvegetables and fruit, and plenty of game: deer, alligator, rabbit.What has influenced you as a chef?I’m influenced by Louisiana, where I’m from, but Lower Alabama is myhome now. We have great people making great sauces using thegreatest ingredients. Jean Louis Palladin and John Besh are chefs thathave inspired me. Michel Richard changed my outlook on food. He puton a meal with texture as well as flavor, textures I’d never experiencedbefore. I ate with him at Citrus in L.A. on my way to Taipei, and he useda lot of crazy savory stuff. What are your favorite dishes?I love something as simple as a Gulf oyster or a simply prepared fish.And there is nothing better than a good gumbo.What about non-southern food? Likes or dislikes? I love me some kimchee. I’m not a huge fan of tripe.

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CHEF ROB STINSONOwner of Salute Italian Seafood, Lookout Seafood & Steaks, and Back Bay Seafood

Tell us about what inspired you to become a chef.I’ve been in the restaurant business since I was 15 working as a busboy. Imoved to New Orleans at a young age to start my culinary career withCordon Bleu Chef Gerald Thabuis at Broussard’s Restaurant in the FrenchQuarter. I furthered my education in Italy working with Master Italian ChefCiro Cuomo, and eventually moved to Long Beach, Mississippi, where Iopened my first self-owned restaurant, Long Beach Lookout.

Italy in general is my true inspiration for great food and wine. (I couldretire there tomorrow and be content.) I really love Long Beach andGulfport because it’s where restaurants have prospered. I’m proud to callthose areas home now. I have opened 31 restaurants, six of my own; I lovethe thrill and excitement of opening restaurants.What makes Mississippi so special for you?We have the best seafood in the world. Back in the late-1800s, Biloxi was theseafood capital of the country and had already started shipping seafood allover the country by railroad. The flavors of the South are truly different thananywhere else: spicy, flavorful, with a unique blend of immigrant influences. You’ve gone to great lengths to share how healthy your foodcan be. What’s the trick?The trick is to package healthy in a way that makes customers feel as ifthey’re not sacrificing taste. Great spicy, sweet and sour flavors addcontrast in the dishes; texture and color give the diner the experience ofeating with their eyes and taste buds, to bring about satisfaction while stilleating healthy.

Fresh local produce, seafood and proteins help. I find that crisp, colorfulveggies as additions to our fresh-seared entrees make the diner feel he’sgotten his money’s worth. My new show, Fit to Eat, which airs on MississippiPublic Broadcasting, has allowed me to showcase some of my favorite localingredients prepared in a healthy manner.Where do you like to eat when you’re not busy cooking?My favorite restaurant is Bayona in New Orleans. Chef and owner SusanSpicer is truly the ultimate creative talent. My favorite restaurant inMississippi is Jordan River Steamer owned by Hank Plauche. Unfortunately,Isaac destroyed his great location, but he’s in the process of rebuilding.What are your personal comfort foods?Shrimp, chicken and veggies prepared Asian style.

CHEFS NEALY CRAWFORD AND KEITH FRENTZ Married chef duo and owners of Lola in Covington, Louisiana

Do you like working together as a couple?It’s great, there’s no question about it. We’re a package. Of course we haveups and downs depending on our moods, but we know what each otherneeds to get the job done. There isn’t a lot of talking in our kitchen. We canbe at each other’s throats, but 99 percent of the time we’re good. Wealways end with a smile and a quiet ride home.As young chefs starting to garner buzz, why did you opt to opena restaurant outside of the New Orleans-proper food scene?We left the city because of Hurricane Katrina; we opened the January after ithit. Our restaurant is in Covington, where I’m from. The first year we openedwe were voted Best Chefs of the North Shore of Louisiana. We got Chefs toWatch in Louisiana Cooking magazine; we were two of the five. This year wewere named the King and Queen of Louisiana Seafood and we got secondplace in the Great American Seafood Cook-off. We do a lot of communitywork as well, so people have really gotten to know Lola and us. How do you describe Louisiana food, and what makes it so special?We are comfort food. We’re Sunday family dinner with a fancy twist. Wetake those old southern recipes and use newer ingredients. We’ll usedifferent types of rice blends in our jambalaya to make a different flavor; weput mascarpone in our grits and collard greens.

We can walk to the corner fish market and buy fish and shrimp that, justhours before, were swimming in the salty water of the Mississippi Sound andthe Gulf of Mexico. Simple food has developed over the years from farmers’tables. It’s food that was always seasonally influenced and home grown.What should people know about southern food that they mightnot already know?You have to take your time to research a city and be food-aware of the area.Southern food doesn’t have to be the tourist crap with cream sauce. At Lola,we grill, roast and braise to get away from that stigma of being fried, greasyand buttery. We let our fresh crab and shrimp speak for themselves.What’s your favorite restaurant other than your own?We like Patois in uptown New Orleans, and also Dominica. Those are ourlocal favorites. With our second child on the way, we haven’t been travelingmuch! But there is this little yellow, open-air restaurant in Cozumel, Mexicothat we love. It’s so authentic and cool, with fresh fish and killer salsa. Weare Mexican food freaks.

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my ability to embellish my qualifications for an upgrade is as antiquated asthinking a logo-embellished designer tote will do the trick. This will nolonger work—there are just too many bag imposters out there.

Nor will demanding an upgrade using frequent flyer points(accumulated mainly through purchases): the airline’s computer alreadyknows who has more points than I do, and who actually flew on its planesto acquire them.

So what does work? Hotel loyalty programs, complimentary in most cases, will give you

automatic upgrades, maybe breakfast, perhaps a better room, spaentrance, free WiFi access, etc. Just check out their website and sign up.

My favorite credit card, Starwood Preferred guest, gives me one pointfor each dollar spent, transferrable to most airlines. For every 20,000points I move into an airline account, they rebate 5,000 more points,making it possible to get a better deal from Starwood than from the actualairline. The points are also redeemable towards hotel rooms and tickets tospecial events.

The Hyatt card doesn’t charge international fees and gives you twofree nights at any Hyatt in the world. Automatic platinum status is anadditional perk. I recently stayed for free in a beautiful New York CityHyatt, was upgraded to a suite and treated royally—all for the $75 annualfee.

The day before you arrive at any hotel, call the front desk to confirmyour room and strike up a conversation with your new best friend. Uponcheck-in, remind him or her of your previous conversation.

On that note, human interaction (a smile, a compliment, casualconversation, eye contact) is the most obvious but easily overlooked artform in this era of social media and virtual ‘friendships.’

It’s also not a bad idea to compliment another branch of the hotelbrand. In most cases, there’s a degree of ‘sibling rivalry’ between them andthey’ll try to out-do each other.

And never underestimate the importance of good jewelry. I oncestood in a box office line to get tickets to a nearly sold-out show. Theattendant was wearing a beautiful pin and I complimented her on it. Afterhours of handing tickets to patrons who never even looked up at her, shewas delighted and in turn complimented me on my earrings. A shortconversation ensued and I landed house seats.

When traveling, I try to wear either bold, creative jewelry or simplepieces in unexpected ways. Thematic pins are always conversationstarters, and sometimes more is more—especially since it’s safer to wear itthan pack it!

A final tip that always works: don’t forget to mention that you’recelebrating a special occasion. (But better not make it a birthday unlessit’s true: the computer already knows…)

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A few years ago, Lady Gaga made a music video in which shesang and danced wearing a hat designed by architect FrankGehry. This collaboration, however remarkable, pales in

comparison to the synergy achieved by the Ballets Russes (pronouncedbalay roos) in Paris 100 years ago.

Impresario Serge Diaghilev brought his dance troupe to Paris in1909, when unrest in Russia had caused a withdrawal of royalpatronage. For the next 20 years, he brought his performers togetherwith the world’s greatest composers, artists andfashion designers in a display unlike any other.

Washington’s National Gallery of Art recentlydevoted two floors to Diaghilev and the Ballets Russesfrom 1909 to 1929. The show combined sketches foroutfits, paintings and photographs of the dancers, setdesigns and miraculously preserved costumes, originalprograms and posters, punctuated with shortprojections of modern companies performing some ofthe Ballet Russes projects: The Rite of Spring, TheFirebird, Daphnis and Chloé, and Petrushka.

All 40 of the costumes on display, although acentury old, are still in remarkably good condition. Fashion and costumedesigners who worked for Diaghilev included Coco Chanel (1883-1971),Alexandre Benois (1870-1960) and Léon Bakst (1866-1924). Materialsincluded wool, felt, velvet and printed cotton. The colors are still vibrant andthe high quality of the needlework is still apparent.

In addition to professional clothing designers, Diaghilev turned toartists of the day for costume ideas. Contributors included Picasso,Matisse and Di Chirico. Artists also treated the Ballets Russes as a subject:

the works include a portrait of designer Léon Bakst by Modigliani, asculpture by Rodin of mercurial dancer Vaslav Nijinsky, and two sensitiveportraits of dancer Olga Khokhlova by Picasso. (The painter and thedancer married in 1918 and remained so until Khokhlova’s death in 1955,although Picasso’s other love interests were legendary.)

The composers whose music was utilized by the Ballets Russes included thegreatest of the day: Stravinsky, Prokofiev, Debussy and Millaud, among others.

One true treasure that remains is the huge stage backdrop for the finalact of Stravinsky’s The Firebird (1926), designed byNatalia Goncharova. The tapestry measures an amazing51 by 33 feet, so the observer is dwarfed by this itemand momentarily feels like a dancer on the stage.

The importance of the Ballets Russes in its timemight be hard for us to understand, given thediminished role ballet has in the arts today. Thepremiere of The Rite of Spring in 1913 nearly caused ariot, since half the audience loved it and half werescandalized. Nijinsky was a fascinating character whospecialized in androgynous roles, the best known ofwhich was based on Claude Debussy’s Afternoon of a

Faun. Nijinsky’s descent into mental illness coincided with the slow declineof the Ballets Russes itself. The golden age of the company ended in 1929with the death of Diaghilev and the onset of the Great Depression.

Recently, the New York City Ballet has worked with designers Oscarde la Renta, Valentino, Joseph Altuzarra and Gilles Mendel, so perhapsthere is a chance we are entering a new era of partnership among thearts. But for the apex of collaboration between fashion, music, dance,and visual art, history will always point to the Ballets Russes.

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BALLETS RUSSESA blending of creative talents that forever changed the face of art. DAVID HOWLETT

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1. Léon Bakst, Costume for a Beotian Shepherd from Narcissus, 1911, painted cotton. Victoria and Albert Museum, London 2. Jean Cocteau, Vaslav Nijinsky from The Spirit of the Rose, poster for the opening season of theThéâtre des Champs-Élysées, Paris 1913, color lithograph. Victoria and Albert Museum, London 3. Henri Matisse, Costume for a Warrior from The Song of the Nightingale, 1920, felt, velvet, satin and silk with paint, goldtinsel, studs and braid, and brass decorations. Victoria and Albert Museum, London 4. Léon Bakst, Costume design for Vaslav Nijinsky as the Faun from The Afternoon of a Faun, 1912, graphite, tempera and gold paint onlaid charcoal paper. Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art, Hartford, Connecticut

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Long before “café culture” flourished in Paris and Vienna, it thrived inBudapest. The joy of coffee drinking was introduced by the invadingOttoman Turks in the 1500s, and by Budapest’s Golden Age,

between 1870 and 1910, there were some 500 coffee houses in the city.In their heyday, Budapest’s cafés were cherished rendezvous spots for

aspiring writers, poets, artists and intelligentsia of all stripes. People spenthours in their favorite café, sharing ideas and reading the many newspapersand periodicals available to patrons. Before the age of television and theInternet, for up-to-the-minute news and the most interesting gossip, you’dhead to one of these cafés.

During this period, the cafés were so central to daily life that when thefirst early film reels appeared, they were projected on walls in the cafés.(Two eventual film industry giants, director and producer Sir AlexanderKorda and Oscar-winning director Michael Curtiz, were first introduced tomovies this way. Later on, in Casablanca, Curtiz would recreate Budapest’scafé atmosphere on the set of Rick’s Café.)

Most of the classic Budapest coffee houses had sumptuous interiors,plush furnishings, gleaming chandeliers, and high, frescoed ceilings to rivalthe Sistine Chapel. But, after two World Wars and the Communist era inHungary, the old famous cafés had been destroyed or closed. In recent years,many of these once-grand cafés have been restored to their original splendor.

NEW YORK CAFÉ Opened in 1894 on the ground floor of a stylish officecomplex, designed by architect Alajos Hauszmann and financed by a New Yorklife insurance company, the café was a favorite haunt of the writers and editorswho worked in the building (now a five-star Boscolo hotel). For strugglingwriters, the New York provided free ink and paper and offered a low-cost“writer’s menu” (bread, cheese and cold cuts). During Budapest’s Golden Age,much of the city’s creative business took place here or at the Café Central.

CAFÉ CENTRÁL Opened in 1887, the Central was a popular meetingplace for writers, poets, editors and artists. In the 1890s, writers sitting

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around the café began an influential literary periodical, A Hét (Week). A fewyears later, another group of regulars, who divided their time between theCentral and the New York, launched Nyugat (West), which became one ofthe most influential Hungarian literary journals of the early 20th century.

CAFÉ GERBEAUD Founded by confectioner Henrik Kugler in 1858, thisis regarded as one of the most elegant and refined cafés. In 1884, its Swisspastry chef, Emile Gerbeaud, took over the establishment, making it asfamous for its cakes as its coffee.

BOOKCAFÉ PÁRIZSI ÁRUHÁZ This stunning café is located on the thirdfloor of what is now the Alexandra bookstore. The Art Nouveau building,designed by Zsigmond Sziklai, was opened in 1911 as Párizsi Nagy Árúház,Budapest’s first modern department store. The café, in Lotz hall, isresplendent with restored frescos (done by painter Károly Lotz), largemirrors and magnificent chandeliers.

MÛVÉSZ KÁVÉHÁZ Around since 1898, its name mûvész means artist.Since the café is located opposite the Budapest State Opera House, it hasattracted its fair share of artists and performers over the years.

CAFÉ GERLÓCZY On a leafy square, in a pretty 1892 building, theGerlóczy has the feel of a Parisian café with its wonderful croissants andfreshly-baked pastries—some consider it the best breakfast in town. Atnight, a harpist adds to the atmosphere. Another unique Gerlóczy offering:15 stylish rooms in its upstairs boutique hotel, so you never have to leave!

Clockwise from top:Centrál Kávéház, apopular meetingplace for writers,poets and artists.The elegant CaféGerbeaud.BookCafé PárizsiÁruház in Lotz hallin the AlexandraBookstore.

Budapest’s Famous CafésThe best time to visit Budapest is between March and October; Delta and American Airlinesoffer direct flights. Visit www.gotohungary.com tolearn more.

New York Café New York Palace Hotel at Erzsébet körút9-11; www.newyorkcafe.hu

Café Centrál Károlyi Mihály utca 9www.centralkavehaz.hu

Café Gerbeaud Vörösmarty tér 7; www.gerbeaud.hu

BookCafé Párizsi Áruház, Alexandra bookstore, Andrássy út 39

Mûvész Kávéház Andrássy út 29; www.muveszkavehaz.hu

Café Gerlóczy Gerloczy u. 1; www.gerloczy.hu

For an interesting read, try The Great Escape. Thiswonderful book by Kati Marton, about influentialHungarians, describes life in the Budapest cafés at theturn of the 20th century.

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here’s no such thing as fighting like a girl, says local boxing legend Dom Arioli, owner of ROC Boxing & Fitness.

“Girls can fight,” he says. “Especially the ones we train.”ROC Boxing & Fitness began as a training

facility for amateur and professional boxers. The gym now uses those same traditional boxing methods in classes and personal training, offering raw and rigorous cardiovascular conditioning to anyone serious about getting and staying fit.

This isn’t Zumba. Here you will jump rope, shadow box, train with kettlebells, and punch the bag. It’s old-school boot camp-style conditioning.

“Boxing is a total body workout,” says Dana Chubb, certified USA Boxing Coach and trainer at ROC Boxing & Fitness. “By no means are my classes easy, but I enjoy pushing the girls because I know they love the results.”

Boxing has taken the fitness world by storm. Whether or not you actually want to get in the ring, everyone wants to be in “boxer shape,” says Chubb. She guarantees that an hour-long workout at ROC Boxing will burn more calories than anything else offered at a more conventional gym.

“This gym is about fitness and sport; there’s no front... there’s no show,” says Katie Lally, who began boxing five years ago to lose weight and get in shape.

As a busy career woman, she finds that boxing also helps relieve her stress. It has become a necessary part of her weekly workout routine.

“I love that when I walk into the gym I feel no pressure,” she says. “You know that feeling you get when you walk into other gyms sometimes, where you feel like everyone is just checking each other out? Instead, ROC Boxing exudes an old-school boxing feeling that makes you feel pumped when you walk through the door, like you’re entering into a Rocky movie!”

Lally is also member of Midtown Athletic Club and does lots of running, cardio and strength training on her own. Still, she says the core of her fitness routine is at ROC Boxing, where she gets her best workouts in and

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feels the most “at home” when training. “I’m a strong woman on the inside—intelligent, successful and

confident,” she says. “And on the outside I’m toned and defined, not skinny and frail. Boxing helps me to achieve the look and feeling I want

about my body.” Not to mention, she can throw a punch. “It’s cool as a woman to know you can

throw a punch correctly, but also that you’ve got the power to throw a punch harder than a lot of men,” she says.

Of course, there’s much more to boxing than just a knockout, says Coach Dom.

“We understand our clients. It’s not just about a stopwatch and a whistle,” he says.

Boxing improves cardiovascular health and stimulates weight loss, provides a sense of control and power, and builds discipline and self-esteem. It can help

to enhance athletic performance, improving a golfer’s swing or

a tennis game. The coaches at ROC Boxing have helped to condition everyone from

high school to advanced CrossFit athletes, the Rochester

Knighthawks, and musicians at the Eastman School of Music.

“Whether our members are here just for the workout or to get

ready for amateur fights, we prepare them all the same way,” says Coach Chubb. “Here at our gym you know that you are getting top-of-

the-line certified training.”A life-long athlete, Coach

Chubb has won numerous kettlebell championships and amateur fights. “I’ve walked into the arena with my heels on, changed into my boxing shoes to fight—and then walked right out those doors after, back in my heels,” she says. “I’ve had to prove to a lot of people that girls can do anything. And look good while doing it, too!”


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A few years ago, BedrockManufacturing in Dallas decided tobuck the trend by launching andinvesting in innovative and creativeU.S.-based companies. To create acompany to make beautifully styled,made-in-America watches, bicycles and leather goods, Bedrockacquired the rights to an iconic American brand name: Shinola, once afamous shoe polish (and the origin of the old expression about notknowing “shit from Shinola”).

The next bold decision was to base this new Shinola in Detroit, oncethe heart of American manufacturing. The city already had a surplus ofhighly skilled, underemployed workers, so Shinola opened a state-of-the-art factory in an historic Detroit building, the former design headquartersfor General Motors and the current site of The College for CreativeStudies, a leading institution for art and design education that waslooking for creative businesses as tenants.

With a goal to create the highest-quality items with the most

streamlined of designs, Shinola’s creativedirector, Daniel Caudill, set the tone for thelook and style of the products, then beganhiring and training. In addition, thecompany partnered with a select group ofhigh-quality, family-owned businesses inAmerica’s heartland for the acquisition ofgoods and parts.

The watches, which feature quartzArgonite movements, are hand assembledby a team that underwent extensivetraining by Ronda Ltd., a top Swiss-basedwatch firm. Shinola’s bicycle frames are

made at Waterford Precision Cycles in Wisconsin, then custom assembledby specially trained experts in the Detroit plant. The quality leather forwatch straps and a collection of leather goods comes from Horween’s, aChicago-based factory known for its time-honored techniques and skilledcraftspeople. These leather items are assembled by the Eric Scottcompany, a premier manufacturer of custom leather goods in Ste.Genevieve, Missouri. Shinola also has a line of linen-covered journals withacid-free paper produced by Edwards Brothers Malloy in Ann ArborMichigan, known for its top-caliber production and paper.

The items all bear Shinola’s ‘Built in Detroit’ tagline. If all goes well,the brand plans to expand its product line to a whole range of lifestylegoods, all made right here in the USA.

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In addition to designing new pieces for his fearlessly creative finejewelry collections, Stephen Webster has been busy rubbing elbowswith British nobility and inspiring future generations of creative

talent. We checked in with him to find out more about what he’s been upto over the past year.

INSPIRED DESIGNSFor his current collections of covetable jewelry, Webster took a cue fromthe brand’s archives, spanning the last 37 years.

The newest pieces in the Fly by Night collection are inspired bynocturnal winged creatures found within deep, dark forests; motifsinclude nightingales, thorns and moth’s wings, emphasized by anelaborate use of blackened gold.

The timeless, elegant Deco Haze collection has also been updatedthis year. “The Art Deco period is easy to revisit as a jeweler due to thesimplicity and cleanness of the design,” Webster explains. Crystal Haze isa technique he developed over 20 years ago that involves setting afaceted quartz crystal over a layer of natural precious stone, resulting ina holographic-like ‘haze’ of color. “The hexagonal silhouette which runsthroughout Deco Haze focuses on the Crystal Haze stone, which is reallywhat this collection is all about,” says the designer.

ON THE PATH TO KNIGHTHOODThroughout his career, Webster’s accolades have included a three-timewin of the British Luxury Jeweller of the Year award, an honorary degreefrom The Kent Institute of Art and Design, and the esteemed designationas a Liveryman of the City of London.

But on February 21st, in a ceremony officiated by Prince Charles atBuckingham Palace, Webster received his highest honor yet: he wasinducted as a Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire.

“Receiving an MBE was a great honor for me, my family and all thepeople who work at Stephen Webster. We are all very proud to havebeen recognized by the Queen and U.K. government for services totraining and skills in the jewelry industry,” Webster says. “I wasn’t nervousat all; the whole experience of having my wife and two daughters in thepalace was just exciting.”

While an MBE does not automatically designate knighthood — or thetitle ‘Sir’ — Webster is eligible to advance in rank and hopes to one dayreceive that distinction.

GIVING BACKStephen Webster has long been an advocate of ethically and sociallymined materials. He is an ambassador for Fairtrade and Fairmined Gold,and works closely with Forevermark diamonds. He also travels to minesin Tanzania and Peru to establish ties with the mining communities thereand trace the origins of his materials.

In his newest role as curator of the British Fashion Council’s RockVault, Webster lends his enthusiasm, guidance and support to Britain’sup-and-coming jewelry design talent. “When I started designing therewere a few people (David Yurman, Theo Fennell and Alex Sepkus werevery generous with their encouragement) who might have given me alittle advice, but on the whole there wasn’t too much help on offer.”

The goal is to foster budding businesses and promote new Britishfine jewelry brands internationally through fashion weeks, exhibitionsand showcases. “I have always enjoyed seeing people become successfulin an industry that at times can be challenging,” says Webster.

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Those tacky, lengthy wedding videos that you may (or may not) havewatched before are long gone! Taking their place are artsy, beautifullyedited short films that capture the essence of your wedding. “My goal isfor people who may not know the bride and groom to walk away feelinglike they do,” says Steve Zugelter of Studio Z Films. “When futuregenerations of the family watch the film, they can see how she walked,how she smiled, who she was…”

To tell your unique story, “We discuss story points in a preliminarymeeting,” explains Michael Justin of Michael Justin Films. “We want toknow about the most meaningful people and moments so we’re sure tohighlight them.” Here, we explore several of the new cinematic styles.

A VINTAGE FEEL Super 8 Films creates vintage-looking videos usingsuper 8 film and retro video cameras. “I like the look and feel of olderformats,” explains owner Megan Hill. “The final aesthetic is similar towhat people like about Instagram filters. You can choose the pretty, softlook, a retro look with color reversal, or traditional black and white.” Thegoal is not to create long, boring movies that show every detail of the day,but to capture the overall feeling and emotion. Hill tries to “catch thenatural moments: nothing is posed, we don’t ask anyone to do anythingover. And we’re not ‘wedding paparazzi.’ Our style is to use minimalequipment.” Super 8 is a silent format, so added music plays an importantrole. (As a former DJ, she has a large selection of options.) The final editwill range from eight to 20 minutes, and prices average around $5,000.

SAME-DAY EDITS Imagine your wedding dinner is just coming to aclose. The lights go down, a screen goes up and your wedding videobegins to play. Same-day edits are becoming increasingly popular, says

Zugelter. “They’re even better when you surprise your guests. I’ve seencouples surprise their parents; once a bride even surprised the groom. Hewas speechless!” Couples are encouraged to be introduced, cut the cakeand have their first dance before the last edit, in order to include it all inthe final version. Zugelter and his team record sound, so vows andspeeches can be included in the film if you wish. Studio Z’s same-day editsare about four to five minutes long; prices average around $5,500.

POPPING THE QUESTION Proposal films are another recent trend.Justin says they’re lots of fun because they tend to be very creative. “Theytake a lot of planning and attention to detail, and it’s a collaborative effortbetween me and the person proposing. The videos are usually morepublic, but they can also be private and intimate. For example, Luck wasa video I filmed about a guy who felt unlucky until he met his wife. Thefilm opens with him talking about his unlucky life, and then cuts to whenhe met his now-wife. He had filmed a lot of the special momentsthroughout their relationship, so we use some of his footage and end withhim proposing and her reaction; it’s very emotional.” Proposal films canrange from two to 10 minutes depending on how elaborate the plan.

SAVE THE DATE Save the date videos are an innovative way to getthe word out to your loved ones. Couples typically send a postcard ora magnet, but now they’re including a URL directing guests to awebsite to watch a short film. Justin remembers one couple planningto get married on October 19th: they filmed in NYC on 10th and 19thStreets; they took a cab ride and stopped the meter at $10.19. It’s acute way to get guests excited, and it will be just as much fun to watchas it was to make.

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White, Yellow, Rose... or Maybe Two-toned? Be open to the possibilities, because the new rule is that there are no rules! White gold or platinum,yellow gold or rose gold — it’s up to you. In an Accent exclusive interview with Colin Cowie,renowned wedding and event planner/design consultant/television personality/author of 11 booksand a spokesman for Platinum Guild International, Cowie reminds brides that “just like looking atpictures of your wedding day hairstyle, you never want to look at your wedding rings in 20 years andask, ‘What was I thinking?’” So whatever your personal style, be sure to choose something that youlove now and can see yourself loving for years to come.

Diamond Cuts with CachetThe important thing to remember about diamond cuts is the better the cut, the more brilliant the stone.A strong trend has been rings that evoke past eras, so by extension, the diamonds used in those rings —especially cushion cuts, rose cuts and emerald cuts — are vintage in feel. Cushions, particularly, havehad incredible renewed popularity. Another beautiful choice is a ring designed with a halo of smallstones around the cushion-cut center stone, giving the center diamond an even bigger look.

Engaging Colors Beyond White DiamondsWhatever setting and stone you decide on, remember that white diamonds aren’t the only option. Youmay want to look at blue sapphire (thanks to Kate Middleton’s engagement ring, more brides than everare selecting this option as a center stone). Even more popular are natural color diamonds: yellow, pink,blue, green... the full spectrum.

And did you know that natural color diamonds are actually rarer than white diamonds? So while adiamond engagement ring is, obviously, special unto itself, choosing fancy color diamonds can actuallymake your ring even more unique.

While there are certainly many choices today, if you think a custom design might be more whatyou’re looking for, discuss the options with your jeweler. Bring in a magazine, tear sheets of ads you’veseen — the more examples you can show, the better.

As Colin Cowie says, “These are your bridal rings, so buy whatever you want. The important thingis this: There’s no such thing as a wedding without a ring!”

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Disappointed by the lack of options during her own search for a wedding gown, Monique Lhuillierdecided to take matters into her own hands. Driven by a lifelong love of fashion and a natural inclinationtowards bridal and evening dresses, she set out to present a collection of modern and fashion-forwardwedding gowns. Lhuillier and husband Tom Bugbee established the brand in 1996, and she showed herfirst collection that same year to acclaim from buyers, press and consumers.Today, Monique Lhuillier isrecognized as one of the world’s foremost bridal and evening gown designers.

Based on the success of her couture gowns, Lhuillier has expanded her offerings to a complete ready-to-wear collection, bridesmaids dresses and gowns for special events. A red carpet favorite, stars fromJessica Chastain to Beyoncé regularly show off Monique Lhuillier designs at awards shows and events.Reese Witherspoon, Carrie Underwood and Vanessa Lachey all recently wed in gowns by the designer.

Despite the limiting parameters of wedding gown design (of which color is the most obvious),Lhuillier manages to present fresh and inspired designs season after season. This year, look for lots of tulleand texture, overlays and lace. Necklines are tasteful, and sleeves are surprisingly sheer and sexy. Three-dimensional embellishments, including delicate butterflies and flowers, add just the right finishing touch.

Monique Lhuillier has become synonymous with refined design, meticulous construction andunparalleled glamour. What more could you ask for in your once-in-a-lifetime dress?

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KELLI BERG TALKS ABOUT HOW TO MAKE YOUR SPECIAL DAY SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL.

elli Berg is the founder of Simply Beautiful Events. Designing dozens of weddings each year, Kelli is known for her ability to adapt to any setting and develop a custom event. With passion, creativity and sophistication, Simply Beautiful Events has a marvelous cachet attached to its name. Removing the pressure from planning a custom wedding by hiring Berg and her team could be exactly what a busy bride needs.TS: What is your personal design style? KB: Timeless and romantic with soft hues. TS: How did you begin in the event/wedding planning business? KB: Went to school for it before it was popular. TS: What are your favorite wedding locations in Rochester? KB: Country clubs and private estates.TS: What is the appropriate amount of time you think it takes to plan a wedding? KB: It ranges from 250 to 300 hours and can go above and beyond that if it’s an outdoor event. Also, on the wedding day, it’s typically an additional 16 hours straight for the on-site coordinator and assistant. TS: Do you suggest having a theme for your wedding?KB: I like using color as the theme, or adjectives: romantic, elegant, chic, etc. TS: What has been one of your favorite themes? KB: As the seasons come and go, I find myself saying, “I love this color palette” for spring, and then as fall comes, I am back in love with the autumnal hues.

TS: What are your favorite trends for this year’s wedding season?KB: I am really loving the unique gowns coming from the amazing designers. TS: What are the advantages to using a wedding planner? KB: I’ve heard from couples and parents that just the stress release from knowing the day will be taken care of is worth it, but most of all, it’s the process: we are here to make sure you enjoy everything, from the minute you hire us through the months of planning, to have a guide to ensure you’re going down the right path. Also, having a person that sees the full picture—not just the invitations or floral or photos—making sure everything is cohesive. TS: Do you like the shift from traditional wedding cake to dessert bar?KB: There’s nothing like a gorgeous wedding cake. Variety is nice, but maybe for later in the evening. TS: What is a way to personalize your wedding?KB: Details: not too many, but ones that show your personality. TS: If you could go back and change one thing about your own wedding, what would you do differently? KB: My gown. I had it custom made from the start. I loved it but never had the experience of trying on different styles (but that was 11 years ago). TS: What is the one thing most brides forget about when planning their wedding?KB: Gracious brides are the happiest, so don’t sweat the small stuff, and just take it all in.

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I love my wedding andengagement rings, but I’mready for a change. Anysuggestions for an easyupdate? Re-setting your diamond will give your rings abrand new look while holding on to thesentiment of your original commitment. Onecaveat: If it’s an old family heirloom, we willneed to have our jewelers carefully inspectyour gemstone to be sure there are noimperfections or flaws that could affectremounting. Assuming it’s fine, you haveseveral options: adding baguette side stones,creating a halo of smaller diamonds around thecenter stone (a popular option these days), orworking with our experts to custom design aunique and original setting.

If you don’t want to re-set your stone, acurrent trend is to stack on additional bands fora layered effect. Add as many as you like: theonly limitation is the length of your finger! Mix

metals. Add diamond eternity bands (prong setor channel set), or try more colorful gemstonesfor a change. Mix modern with vintage.Whatever combination you choose, creating anoutline on either side of your original rings willoften enhance their importance.

Platinum is known forbeing the strongest metal;is that my best choice forbridal jewelry?Platinum is definitely a great choice because ofits strength; white gold has also been popularfor the past few decades. But yellow gold ismaking a big fashion comeback and there’s noreason it can’t also be used for bridal jewelry.In fact, stylish celebrities from JenniferAniston to Miley Cyrus have recently chosenyellow gold for their rocks! The perceptionthat yellow gold is soft is true only in itspurest form: 24 karat. The most popular formis 14 karat, a blend of pure gold with an alloy

that actually makes it extremely durable and agreat choice for bridal jewelry.

Nothing gets my diamondrings clean like a visit tothe store for a professionalpolish. But how can I getthe same sparkle betweencleanings?Google “how to clean a diamond” and you’llread about home steam cleaners, ultrasoniccleaners, toothpaste, baking soda solutions,denture-cleaning tablets, ammonia and warmsoapy water. Bottom line: it’s always best tovisit us for a complimentary inspection andcleaning whenever you think it’s needed. Wealso carry some excellent cleansers andultrasonics that can be safely used at homebetween professional cleanings if you sodesire. Your diamond is precious: why messaround with home remedies?

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Audrey in Rome by Luca Dotti is alove letter from an adoring son to hiswonderful mother. The bookremembers Hepburn in the mostendearing, iconic and, at times,melancholy way, though it neverdescends to the maudlin or schmaltzy.We are treated to candid photographsthat celebrate a woman with unrivaledstar power and charisma.

Roger Vivier by Virginie Mouzatand Colombe Pringle is a

treasure trove of shoe design,reminding us that in the 1950s,among Bally, Delman, BethLevine, David Evins and theJulianellis, Vivier was the masterof them all. His forward-lookingdesigns were the precursors tomodern footwear, works ofwearable art that graced theshelves of fine shoe salons theworld over. He was the innovator,the inventor, the prodigy whoinspired an industry.

C. Z. Guest: American Style Icon bySusanna Salk reminds us it’s notabout what you wear, but howyou wear it. Style, while it can berefined and cultivated over time,must come from an innate innerquality that cannot be bought orpassed down genetically. Guesthas been compared to a real liveTracy Lord — the part played by

Grace Kelly in High Society — butwith more humor, lessentitlement, less gravitas andmuch more pizzazz.

Empress of Fashion: A Life of DianaVreeland by Amanda MackenzieStuart takes the reader on ajourney from Vreeland’schildhood through to her death,sharing information that wasnever before assembled withinone volume. This is a fullphotographic rendition ofVreeland’s life that includes herparents, sister, adoring husband,children and grandchildren. It is arare and welcome view of herprivate life, which is so oftenoverlooked in favor of the glossy(and more obvious) aspects ofher life as a public figure.

The Master of Us All: Balenciaga,His Workrooms, His World by MaryBlume is as much a series of shortstories as it is a biography of thisrarely written-about designer.Blume compiles years ofinterviews with the few intimateswho survive one of the greatestinternational fashion designersthat ever lived. Chiefly, she spoketo colleagues Hubert de Givenchy,mentored by Balenciaga and also afriend for many years, and Florette,a vendeuse at Balenciaga’s salonfor many decades and the primarysource of most of the never-before-heard stories.

Jeffrey Felner is a fashion writer andcritic. Find more of his book reviewsat nyjournalofbooks.com.

THE ART OFFASHION

Coffee table ‘candy’ as tasty to look at as it is to read. JEFFREY FELNER

A t a time when it seems our entire world has been digitized, many of us still find it a great comfort to indulge in the luxury of a ‘real’ book. Thesubjects of these five unique titles range from legendary style icons to some of the greatest designers of the 20th century. For the fashionablycurious friends in your life, give the holiday gift that will last a lifetime: the gift of great style.

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