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I know autumn and the holidays are a very busy time for all of us. But they’re also a time to reconnect withthe people we care about. Whether it’s at a family gathering or a holiday party, take the time to catch up withthose you love. After all, time is the most valuable gift we have to give.

If you are planning to attend a holiday party or two, be sure to check out this issue’s Food & Wine article.We’ve gathered the top 10 hostess gifts this season. There are five under $100 and five under $25, so there’ssomething fun and unique for every budget.

Our team has once again assembled a fantastic fashion section with some great looks for men and women.We’ve tried to give you some suggestions for jewelry pairings, including some alternate looks. And we’re featuring lots of fun new items we found at the major jewelry shows in Basel, Switzerland, Las Vegas and New York this year.

If you or someone you know is getting married or celebrating a big anniversary soon, be sure to check outthe special Bridal Section in this issue. There is a lot of beautiful jewelry, plus suggestions on other things tomake your big day even more special.

On a local note, we’re featuring the research of the James Cancer Hospital and their Crops to Clinic program.Also, check out the article on CCAD student Carson Weaver, who won our jewelry design contest.

All this and more is waiting for you in the following pages. We really hope you enjoy this issue of Accent asmuch as we enjoyed putting it together. We always love to hear your feedback, so contact us through ourwebsite or find us on Facebook.

Have a wonderful holiday season. I hope to see you soon.

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FEATURES1 Welcome Letter

4 Our People: Ron Croft

6 Events

8 Accent Advisor

10 Caring for the Community

12 Red Carpet: Standout Style

14 CCAD’s Got Talent

16 Timepieces: David Yurman

18 New at The Diamond Cellar

20 Lagos 35th Anniversary

22 Designer Profile: Aaron Basha

24 Timepieces: Bell & Ross

26 Trends: Roaring Twenties Redux

28 Speed: The Thrill of Victory

30 Timepieces: Baume & Mercier

33 Fashion: Strike a Chord

67 Behind the Scenes

68 Travel: It’s About Time

70 Perfect Gems

72 Perks: Fly in Style

76 Columbus Food & Wine

78 Spirits: Get the Skinny

BRIDAL SECTION56 Say I Do

58 The Rings: New and Non-Traditional

62 The Invitations: Set the Tone

64 The Details: Something Even Newer

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Ron Croft

How long have you been with the Diamond Cellar? Twenty years. (I have been here so long I remember when Andy sold Moses his engagement ring.)

Where are you from originally? Cuyahoga Falls in northern Ohio. Ispent six years in Atlanta and was very excited to get back to Ohio whenthe opportunity presented itself. (It is hot in Atlanta. Really, really hot.)

What’s your favorite part of your job and why? I like the varietyof areas I am lucky enough to work in and affect. I am seldom without aproject and I’m never bored. But the best part is working with customers.That’s still the most fun.

What job would you do if you could do anything? I’m doing it now.I get to do gemology and computer work to satisfy my geek side, planning,project supervision, selling and interacting with a great group of people.

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What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received or thebest lesson you’ve ever learned? I had a supervisor years ago whohad a plaque over his desk that said “It’s what I learned after I knew it allthat really matters.” I try to remember that every day and continually learnnew things. Our industry has changed so much in the 36 years I have beenin this profession. If you do not continually learn you cannot remain a pro-fessional.

What are you passionate about? My family. I would do anything for them.

Who has been the biggest influence in your life and how didthey influence you? First, my father. He set the example of hard workand sticking with something to achieve a goal. He taught me that I coulddo anything I wanted and be happy and successful doing it. Second wouldbe Andy Johnson. He is a great friend who I can celebrate the successeswith, and who sympathizes with the frustrations of life.

What do your friends depend on you for, mostly, and why?Always being there when I am needed—in good times or bad—and maintaining a sense of humor. I might as well laugh at myself; everyoneelse is already going to!

What do you admire in other people and why? Steadiness, theability to persevere through the bad times and enjoy the good.

What makes you smile? A sunrise. Nature’s beauty. In life, when it allcomes together and works out. Sometimes it seems that it is a continualbattle, but that is just the climb up the mountain. Then you reach the topand plan the next climb.

Describe your perfect day. Up at sunrise for a nice walk. A goodbreakfast with my family members. Good solid day at work where every-thing goes well. Nice dinner with friends then relaxing on my deck with agood book and my wife.

You’ve planned the perfect vacation. Where are you going andwhat will you do? Hmmmm. Do they have an ocean with a warm, sandy beach in Canada? In the middle of the woods? With great freshwater fishing? And really good restaurants for evening meals? Oh, andshopping for my wife? We tend to mix up our vacations. I go fishing inCanada for a week every summer with my childhood friend Jim. Then Maryand I plan a trip around our wedding anniversary every year that usuallyinvolves a beach.

What is your favorite book of all time and why? Atlas Shrugged. Ilike what it teaches about integrity and living your life to make it count forsomething.

Hollywood is making a movie about your life. Who is playingyou? Either Robin Williams or Sean Connery. One has my sense of humor,the other my hair line.

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DIAMOND CELLAR EVENTS

Clockwise from top left: The DiamondCellar’s watch event was revved up bya partnership with Mid-Ohio SportsCar Course, who provided an Indy Carand a McLaren MP4-12C for the event;customers shopped a great selectionof timepieces and won fun prizes liketickets to the Indy Car race at Mid-Ohiothe following week; Jen Walker,Diamond Cellar marketing director,presented a watch to race winnerScott Dixon; our Easton remodel gotunderway in August, which will createa larger bridal area, a high-fashionboutique and a masculine watchsection, along with overall stylingupdates; our buyers held a “Basel PressLaunch” upon their return from theworld’s largest jewelry and watch fair inSwitzerland; local fashionistas andpress representatives were invited tobrowse the latest trends in jewelry andwatches before they were introducedto Diamond Cellar customers.

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

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

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

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

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CARING FOR THE COMMUNITY

We all know that eating fruits and veg-etables is part of a balanced diet, butdid you know some of the fruits and

vegetables you’re eating have cancer preventivecompounds? These phytochemicals are thefocus of an interdisciplinary study at The OhioState University that the scientists like to call“Crops to Clinic” research. Imagine if the futureof cancer prevention is as easy as taking a trip tothe grocery store! A portion of the Crops toClinic research is aimed at creating food combi-nations with optimal cancer prevention charac-

teristics. A tomato/soy combination is currentlyunder clinical trial in connection with the JamesCancer Clinic and is aimed at the prevention ofprostate cancer. The Diamond Cellar was proud topromote the Crops to Clinic research by hosting adinner at the Franklin Park Conservatory. Dr.Steven Clinton, a researcher, spoke, and guestsreceived a food demonstration using foods he discussed, including Ahi tuna, black raspberriesand tomatoes. Guests also went home with soypretzels, one of the products created by theCrops to Clinic team.

Dr. Michael Caligiuri, M.D., director of The Ohio State UniversityComprehensive Cancer Center andCEO of the James Cancer Hospitaland Solove Research Institute, and Dr. Steven K. Clinton, M.D., Ph.D.,Professor, Department of InternalMedicine, Comprehensive CancerCenter spoke about the Crops toClinics program, while Chef IanRough of Cameron MitchellRestaurants demonstrated how to prepare some of the foods used in the research.Crops to Clinic

The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer CenterArthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute

Check out a few of the functional foods—foodsthat have health benefits beyond that of normalnutritional value—that the team of OSU scientists are researching:

Tomatoes Contain lycopene which may helpinhibit cancer causing mechanisms that damagecell DNA.

Soy Products Contain isoflavones, some ofwhich may help in protecting against hormonecancers like breast or prostate cancer.

Black Raspberries Can help inhibit carcinogen-induced cancers like esophageal and oral cancer.

Cruciferous Vegetables Could be mostpotent cancer-fighting foods; may help reversegenetic damage leading to cancer. (broccoli, cab-bage, Brussels sprouts, etc.)

Avocado Added to salad, greatly improves theabsorption of the beneficial phytochemicals in allthe other ingredients.

Red Wine Contains phytochemicals that maypromote health and reduce risk of cancer.

“IF WE CAN DEVELOP A TOMATO PRODUCT THAT,WHEN CONSUMED IN MODEST AMOUNTS, REDUCES

PROSTATE-CANCER RISK BY EVEN 10 PERCENT, WE ARE TALKING ABOUT PREVENTING 22,000 CASES

PER YEAR IN THE UNITED STATES.” — STEVEN CLINTON, M.D., PH.D.

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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

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IN THE COMMUNITY

With pencils at the ready, theAdvanced Jewelry and Small Metalsclass at Columbus College of Art and

Design sketched their mind’s vision for DiamondCellar’s jewelry design competition. After muchconsideration, Carson Weaver’s design wasselected as the winner over 13 other students.Weaver said of her piece, “I began by drawingseveral sketches and then combined some of themost successful elements of each. Pearls areromantic and have always intrigued me.”

The design presentations were judged byworld renowned designers Michael Bondanza,Charles Krypell, Steven Lagos and ChristopherSlowinski, as well as our staff designer gold-smiths. “Every year the creativity amazes me.Jewelry is so prolific and universal that there aremany different perspectives. It’s great to see atotally new angle in design,” commented Lagos.Weaver receives a monetary prize from theDiamond Cellar for having the winning conceptin the design challenge. With her winnings,Weaver will create the ring she sketched, andshe hopes to fabricate her own collection uponreceiving her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in thespring of 2013. The Diamond Cellar was proud to partner with CCAD for the second year for thisdesign challenge and will host a Carson Weavercollection at our holiday gala.

Christine Cooper Hill—Diamond Cellar goldsmith, jewelry designerand CCAD faculty member (right)—listens as student Carson Weaver

presents her winning design for a pearl and diamond ring.

CCAD’s Got Talent

A collaboration between the Diamond Cellar and Columbus College

of Art and Design helps nurture agroup of future jewelry designers.

“I LOVE THE MOVEMENT AND FLUIDITY OF THIS PIECE. THE WAY THAT IT SITS ON THE FINGER

IS FRESH AND MAKES A STATEMENT.” — STEVEN LAGOS, JEWELRY DESIGNER

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

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

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

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

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

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

sport watch, so I also appreciate its ruggedness.

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

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

them, and essentially express their own personalities.

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

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many of the pieces can be worn every day, day or night, and make a powerful statement of individuality without compromising femininity. Using 100% recycledmetals from American refineries and conflict-free diamonds, each piece is eco-friendly, handmade and distributed from Alex Woo’s own workshop in New York.

Alex Woo’s little icons are her most recognized pieces. “Every collection canhopefully capture a story that a woman has,” says Woo. Each charm, from lettersand numbers to her little rock star collection, can be a memento or a glimpse into awoman’s personality.

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reintroduce this expanded Italian jewelry collection. luxury of Di Modolo is now presented in a collection may be worn for any occasion, effortlessly complemeevery woman’s lifestyle.

The collections are contemporary and sophisticfeaturing a triadra, a three-dimensional, four-sided triathat composes a spherical cage, as their signaturdesign. Triadra Argento is a youthful and fresh line ofluxury jewelry featuring the elegance of sterling silverinfused with rhodium, yellow and rose gold. diamondand fine colored gems illuminate each piece from this lection, exotic wood and textures make a bold and statement for the brand.

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ANNIVERSARY

RetrospectiveSTEVEN LAGOS CELEBRATES 35 YEARS AS AN ICONIC JEWELRY

DESIGNER AND LOOKS FORWARD TO THE NEXT 35 YEARS.

This fall, LAGOS celebrates 35 years ofdesign and it’s clear that Steven Lagos,founder and creative director, is looking

forward to the next 35 years. “I’m more energizedthan ever. I have favorite pieces, but I have certainly not yet designed my best piece,” Lagos stated.

The Diamond Cellar has been happy toshare in the journey. LAGOS was one of the firstdesigner brands we featured whenthe designer jewelry trend started inthe 1980s. Over the past 26 years ourrelationship with the brand and withLagos himself has grown, along withour respect. And, it seems, the feeling is mutual. “The Diamond Cellar is one of our oldest accounts and one of our favorites,”says Lagos, who met Andy Johnson, Diamond Cellar CEO, at the world’s largest jewelry andwatch fair. “Andy and I met in Basel, Switzerlandfor the first time in 1986 and we instantly became buds.”

The Diamond Cellar is privileged to hostLagos in Columbus at least once each year andAndy dines with him several times a year in citiesworldwide, from New York to Hong Kong. “Thesedinners are ‘family’ gatherings with our othergood friends from the jewelry industry. It’s always fun to relax, catch up and share ideas,” notes Lagos.

MEET STEVEN LAGOS AT OUR SAWMILL ROAD STORE ON THURSDAY,

NOVEMBER 8TH FROM 5 TO 8PM.

As a tribute to their most memorable andiconic pieces, LAGOS will highlight three anniver-sary collections: Muse, a sapphire collection comprised of bold, statement pieces; Venus Link,a collection offering pops of color with turquoiseand malachite accents throughout signatureLAGOS links; and Bold Signature Caviar, an array of distinct caviar beaded cuffs, rings andpendants.

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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

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Bell & Ross founders Carlos Rosillo and Bruno Belamich werechildhood friends who shared a passion for watches despite theirvery different temperaments. Bruno’s creativity led him to one of

France’s top industrial design schools, while Carlos’ business-mindedpragmatism earned him an MBA and a career in finance. While working ona watch line for his thesis, Bruno approached his friend and asked if hewould be interested in starting a watch company together using Bruno’swatch designs. Ignoring the skeptics, the two friends founded Bell & Rossin 1994, using truncated versions of their surnames for the brand name.

The designs of Bell & Ross watches also reflect the collaboration of thefounders. Bruno is an avid collector of instrument panel clocks and Carloshas a fondness for vintage watches. As a result, the inspiration for Bell &Ross watches has always been aircraft instrument control panels as well asvintage pilot watches. The brand’s four design principles also reflect thequalities found in every airplane instrument: legibility, functionality, water-resistance and precision.

During its early years, Bell & Ross produced watches modeled afterpilot watches of the 1940s. In 2005 Bell & Ross introduced its iconic BR 01Instrument watch to great acclaim. The BR 01 was modeled after a cockpitclock, and its square shape and the four screws in each corner of the watchreflect the method of attaching those instruments to an airplane’sinstrument panel.

Today, Bell & Ross has expanded its collection by merging the originalBell & Ross vintage type watches with its B R01 Instrument line. The BR 01and BR 03 Heritage watches maintain the square shape, matte black caseand simple design of Bell & Ross’ Instrument collection but add a sandcolored photoluminescent coating to the numerals, indices and markersthat are reminiscent of the patina vintage watches acquire over time. Thestamped natural leather straps also give the watches a 1940s quality. TheVintage Heritage line takes this melding of the two collections one stepfurther by using the round shape of a period watch case and combining itwith a matte black finish and simple, striking beige colored hands, indicesand numerals. Featured with a natural leather strap, this watch is theultimate link between Bell & Ross’ original pilots’ watches and its iconic BRInstrument collection.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

TASSEL EARRINGS AND PENDANTS Swinging tassel earrings and

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Nicole Kidman wears Deco-inspired earrings

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

WHAT WOMEN WANTBAUME & MERCIER LADIES TIMEPIECES OFFER MODERN STYLING

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StrikeaChordFashion that moves your soul and sings your style.

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Little Red CorvetteNothing says show me the dance floorquite like the LRD (little red dress). Anunexpected element would be a pow-erful necklace in an equally strongcolor, such as this Stephen Websterpendant in sugalite. This look doesn'tneed much more to scream "I wannadance with somebody!"

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Alternate PairingsWarm up this look with gold and earth tonespaired with color. The neckline on this dress isperfect for stacked necklaces that create tex-ture and shimmer.

Charles Krypell Medallion Pendant$5,840; Marco Bicego 18K Yellow GoldSapphire Necklace $4,820; David Yurman18K Yellow Gold Oval Link Chain Neck-lace $5,600; David Yurman 18K YellowGold and Diamond Lantana Necklace$7,300; David Yurman 18K Yellow GoldInfinity Station Necklace $4,200; DavidYurman 18K Yellow Gold Quatrefoil Station Necklace $4,950

18K Yellow Gold 3-RowMulti-Color TourmalineBracelet $26,140

Roberto Coin Fantasia Cocktail Ring withRutilated Onyx Doublet and Diamonds$6,000; Roberto Coin Fantasia CocktailRing with Rutilated Smoky Quartz Doublet and Diamonds $6,000

Patek Philippe Ladies 18K Yellow Gold Twenty-4 Watch $28,500

18K Yellow Gold DiamondHoop Earrings $8,580

Marco Bicego 18K YellowGold and Sapphire SivigliaEarrings $1,580

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If you are in the mood tofeel cozy while still lookingfashionable, look no furtherthan this incredibly stylishsweater jacket from Iro. Bypairing it with a simple tonaltop and muted crimsondenim, it allows you to create a little more noisewith the jewelry.

Crimson & Clover

Gentlemen, if you want tomake a fashion statementthis season, invest in apair of crimson pants.Balance the look with adark navy jacket and tryadding a tonal plaid bow tie. Don't forget animportant statementpiece like a bold watch or bracelet to polish o!this look.

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Alternate PairingsFor Her: We love the texture of this Yurmannecklace, which complements the texture of thesweater jacket. The Rhodonite pieces pick upthe color of the muted crimson pants.For Him: Gold is back! The warmth of rose goldpairs perfectly with the crimson pant and navy jacket.

On Him:Shirt - D/D from MilkbarPants - Penguin from Milk BarJacket - G-Star Raw from BrigadeBow Tie - ALP from RowePocket Square - The Hillside from BrigadeShoes - H by Hudson from Repertoire

On Her:Jacket - IroShirt - Rory BecaPants - MotherShoes - Shutz from Repertoire

David Yurman Sterling Silver CableCoil Necklace with Diamonds $3,400

18K Yellow Gold RhodoniteRing with Rutile QuartzOverlay and Diamonds$5,280; Sterling Silver withBlack Rhodium FinishRhodonite Necklace withRutile Quartz Overlay andDiamonds $2,057

Penny Preville 18K YellowGold Turquoise and DiamondEarrings $3,620

David Yurman Sterling Silver Dog TagNecklace $460; Stephen Webster SterlingSilver and Black Onyx Bracelet $1,295

Rolex Gents 18K Rose Gold CosmographDaytona Watch $28,800

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Where's The Party?Shimmy in style this season in an unexpected mix of black,cobalt and ivory; the strength of this color combinationspeaks volumes about your confident style. Allow theshiny top to stand alone by forgoing a necklace, stackinglots of bracelets and adding a bold colorful ring.

Jacket - GreylinTop - Dolce VitaPants - Mother

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Di Modolo Sterling Silver TriadraDrop Earrings $275 14K White Gold Black Diamond Necklace

$2,125; Sterling Silver Black Diamond Necklace,$2,749; 18K White Gold Black Diamond Neck-lace $2,345; Sterling Silver and 18K Yellow GoldDiamond and Geode Pendant $2,118

18K White Gold DiamondPavé Mesh Bracelet $52,000

Michele Ladies Stainless Steeland Diamond Serein Watch$1,545, Strap Not Included

Black Ceramic Wide Domino Braceletwith 18K Rose Gold Diamond Pavé$4,178; White Ceramic Domino Ring with18K Rose Gold Diamond Pavé $2,858;Black Ceramic Domino Ring with 18KRose Gold Diamond Pavé $2,858

18K White Gold WhiteAgate and Black andWhite Diamond Earrings$2,985

Alternate PairingsCeramics o!er a sleek tailored look to any outfit.Try pairing with diamonds or leather cords for agreat contrast.

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Smooth CriminalStrut your dangerous side in style this seasonby mixing leather, cashmere, feathers, silk anddenim. Don't fear the desire to mix and matchunexpected elements while topping it all o!with minimal statement jewelry.

Jacket -RailsSweater - JamisonTop - For Love & LemonsDenim - NSFHat - Lovely Bird

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Ramblin' ManA comfortable look of a T-shirt, jeans and a flannelcan be e!ortlessly pulled together just by addinga tailored cardigan and stylish jewelry.

Cardigan - Reigning Champ from BrigadeShirt - G-Star Raw from BrigadeTee - Topman from Milk BarDenim - Civilianaire from Milk Bar

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It’s All In FunThere has never been a better time tohave fun with your jewelry wardrobeby mixing in alternate materials andstyles. From macrame to jade to shell,designers are utilizing varied materialsto create jewelry in wide variety ofprice points.

18K Yellow Gold and GreenAmethyst Earrings $2,800

Sterling Silver and 14KYellow Gold Sapphire andDiamond Earrings $3,248

Assorted Macrame BraceletsStarting at $500

18K Yellow Gold Citrine,Black Jade and DiamondFashion Ring $990

John Hardy Small Dragon Ringwith Ruby, Cognac Quartz andDiamond Pavé in Sterling Silverand 18K Gold $1,895

Elizabeth Locke 19K YellowGold Venetian Glass IntaglioBracelet $10,450

Hermès Ladies Stainless Steelwith 18K Yellow Gold Plating H-Hour Watch $2,500

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Michele Ladies Stainless Steelwith 18K Yellow Gold-PlatingDeco Watch $1,395; LeatherWatch Strap $120

David Yurman Sterling Silver BijouxNecklace $1,200; David Yurman 18KYellow Gold Diamond Station Neck-lace $3,900; David Yurman Black-ened Sterling Silver and 18K YellowGold Bead Station Necklace $650;David Yurman 18K Yellow Gold BoxChain Necklace $4,450; MichaelBondanza 18K Yellow Gold AmberStation Necklace $3,450

Assorted Macrame BraceletsStarting at $500

18K Rose Gold White Shell andBrown Diamond Earrings $83518K Rose Gold Brown DiamondPavé Stud Earrings $1,205

Sterling Silver withRhodium FinishLabradorite and Dia-mond Earrings $2,420

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Bésame MuchoFashion is a delicate dance of superb clothingmixed with impeccable jewels. The lace detail ofthis basic black ensemble creates the perfectbackdrop to showcase a glamorous emerald colorstory and stunning stones.

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Alternate PairingsYellow gold is back in a bigway, and with a pop of colorfrom turquoise, these piecesare perfect with this blackromper look.

Rolex Ladies 18K Yellow GoldPearlmaster Watch $30,150

Sterling Silver and 14K YellowGold Sapphire and DiamondEarrings $5,008

Elizabeth Locke 19K Yellow GoldTurquoise Earrings $4,550

Elizabeth Locke 19K Yellow GoldVolterra Link Necklace $16,100Elizabeth Locke 19K Yellow GoldTurquoise Pendant $3,175

Ippolita 18K YellowGold Hematite Doubletand Diamond LollipopRing $3,295

Marco Bicego 18K Yellow GoldPositano Link Bracelet $9,910

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Welcome to the JungleFollow the peplum trend into thejungle this season with a leopardprinted sweater in a neutral hue.Layer elegant strands of pearlsmixed with diamonds to softenthis dynamic look.

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Jumpin' Jack FlashThe man about town is ready to goanywhere just by adding a bow tie in aquirky print to a casual jacket for anunexpected, stylish ensemble.

Shirt - Shipley & Halmos from BrigadeVest - Rag & Bone from BrigadeJacket - BLK DNM NYC from BrigadePants - Topman from Milk BarBow tie - Rings & Algebra from Brigade

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Let’s Get SeriousWhen it’s time to find that special high-fashion piecefor your next occasion, you can trust the DiamondCellar to have just what you need. From the traditional to the exotic, we have it all.

18K Yellow Gold GreenAmazonite Doubletand Diamond FashionRing $5,280

18K Rose Gold Turquoise, Amethyst andDiamond Ring $4,060; 18K Rose GoldSemi-Precious and Diamond Bracelet$4,060; 18K Yellow Gold Turquoise,White Agate and Diamond Ring $1,669

18K White and Yellow GoldEmerald and Diamond Ring$77,190; 18K White GoldSapphire and Diamond Ring$29,644; 18K White Gold,Tanzanite and DiamondRing $15,600

Marco Bicego 18K Yellow Gold andSapphire Siviglia Earrings $3,310

Jaeger-LeCoultre LadiesStainless Steel Rendez-vousWatch $13,000

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Charles Krypell 18K White Gold Diamond,Sapphire and Aquamarine Circle Pendant$13,790; Charles Krypell 18K White GoldDiamond, Pink Sapphire and RubelitePendant $9,990

Roberto Coin 18K RoseGold Moresque DiamondRing $11,480

18K Rose GoldAmethyst and DiamondFashion Ring $5,445

18K Rose Gold Pearl andDiamond Earrings $7,540

Penny Preville 18K YellowGold Moonstone and Dia-mond Ring $3,113; PennyPreville 18K Yellow GoldLabradorite and DiamondNecklace $2,783

Rolex Ladies Stainless Steel and 18KRose Gold Datejust Watch $14,800

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Johnny B. GoodA relaxed jacket paired with a plaidshirt and jeans looks put togetherwhile still being comfortable. Tryadding a skinny tie to give you theoption of accessorizing a little morewith a chic tie bar.

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Alternate PairingsMen’s jewelry is extremely versatile,and the neutral color palette of thegray blazer and blue jeans leaves youroptions wide open. Lose the tie, openthe collar and you can add somenecklaces for even more options.

David Yurman SterlingSilver Royal Cord OnyxCufflinks $850

David Yurman Sterling Silver Onyx InlayTie Bar $325; David Yurman Sterling Silver Pietersite Inlay Tie Bar $375 David Yurman Sterling Silver Maritime

Link Bracelet $795; John Hardy SterlingSilver and Stainless Steel Lapis BeadBracelet $695

Tag Heuer GentsStainless Steel CarreraWatch $4,600

John Hardy Sterling Silver and Stain-less Steel Bedeg Necklace $375; DavidYurman Sterling Silver Black DiamondStar Dog Tag Necklace $1,050; DavidYurman Sterling Silver Onyx Chevron Dog Tag Necklace $550

David Yurman Sterling SilverClassic Cable Money Clip $395;David Yurman Sterling SilverWaves Money Clip $595

Rolex Gents Stainless SteelExplorer Watch $6,550

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Say I Do in the Shoe! The Diamond Cellarcongratulates Adam Licker and Rachel Szames on theirwedding in Ohio Stadium in August 2010. Adamentered and won our inaugural Say I Do in the Shoecontest and the former Buckeye football player wasthrilled to return to the Horseshoe for his very specialday. Family and friends gathered to help Adam andRachel celebrate in true OSU style. Special thanks toLorn Spolter for the beautiful wedding photography.

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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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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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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.

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“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.”

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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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T o the casual tourist, 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 Rifle

S.p.A, the parent company of Rifle jeans. A lifelong collector of vintagewatches, he owns more than two thousand, mainly from his three favoritebrands: Rolex, Vacheron Constantin and Patek Philippe. At L’Orologio, Fratinihas been able to combine his affinity for fine watches with his talent forconsumer marketing, creating a singular and fascinating hotel experience.

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Signore 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 on theground floor within the 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 watchfaces 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 literallyspend hours cataloging the little touches that make this hotel unique in theworld.

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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A LIFELONG COLLECTOR OF VINTAGE WATCHES,FRATINI OWNS MORE THAN TWO THOUSAND.

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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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LAGERFELD’SODYSSEY It’s hard to imagine Monte Carlo’s belle epochHotel Metropole being any more stylish. Agathering place for the social and chic since1886, the Metropole has lavish guest rooms, acomfortable bar with outstanding wines, and aconcierge who can arrange pretty muchanything, from racecar driving to co-piloting afighter jet. However, the Metropole is addingadditional opulence. Designer Karl Lagerfeld hasrecently revamped the outdoor spaces—including the pool, terrace and gardens—andeven added a new Joel Robuchon restaurant(this one has a Mediterranean-influenced menu).One of Lagerfeld’s most impressive innovationsis a fresco-style installation of 15 imposing glasspanels portraying Ulysses’ journey.

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

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

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

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The Filling Station NYC 4-Pack of Gourmet Salts: $24.95

Gourmet salts are an easy way to add an extra layer of flavor to your

culinary creations. For those who lean on the side of gourmet, this

4-pack allows your hosts to have more fun in the kitchen. Includes

Merlot, Cyprus Flake, Rosemary and Himalayan Pink Rock Salt.

Available at t fsnyc.com/gift s .

Oilerie Simplice

Balsamic Vinegar: $22.70

Known as America’s olive oil bar, the Oilerie recently opened a

location in Grandview, Ohio. Offering tastes of extra-virgin olive oil

and balsamic vinegars, this store allows customers to try before they

buy. Simplice, a 25-year-old Modenese balsamic, comes with a built-in

pour spout, box and card. Available at the Grandview location,

1409 Grandview Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43212.

Ghirardelli Hot Chocolate Assortment: $20

Premium hot chocolate is a lovely indulgence. In

this Ghirardelli sampler, your hosts can enjoy up to

60 cups of steamy chocolate hazelnut, chocolate

mocha and double chocolate cocoa. Available at

shop.ghirardel

li.com.

Pistacia Vera Holiday Macaron Gift Box: $15

For hosts with a sweet tooth, Pistacia Vera’s Holiday Macaron Gift

Box offers a taste of the holidays. Freshly made meringue and but-

tercream sandwiches brilliantly showcase their seasonal flavors like

Gingerbread, Caramel Pecan with Fleur de Sel, Orange Chestnut,

Lemon Pinenut, Black Walnut Marsala Fig and Madagascar

Bourbon Vanilla Bean. Available at pis taciavera

.com.

Dean & Deluca Italian Spice Stack: $15

Spices add depth and interest to slow cooked

meats, stews, pastas, salads, grilled breads and all

wintertime cooking. This Italian Spice Stack is an

attractive display of basil,

oregano, rosemary and thyme.

Perfect for any host that

cooks. Available at

deananddeluc

a.com.

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Our national waistline may be expanding, but our palate hasevolved. Where ‘‘diet drinking’’ was once limited to rum and DietCoke or a cheap Chardonnay, we now want to have our mixology

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

200 calories but actuallyenhances flavor.

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

SPIRITS

A Ty-Ku mojito with mint, Perrier andlime juice comes in at 74 calories.

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