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ACCENT/THE MAGAZINE OF LIFE’S CELEBRATIONS SPRING/SUMMER 2013

ROBERT PROCOP

the collection makes its american retail debut at tivol

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historya n d heroes.

Mediterranean Sea.“Gamma” men in training.

The diver emerging from the water is wearing a Panerai compass on his wrist.

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W E L C O M E T O T I V O L

A t TIVOL, once our holiday season is over, we plan special events for the next year and begin showcasing new designer lines. Look for Armenta — a wildly popular collection in 18K yellow gold, blackened sterling and precious gemstones — at both our Country Club Plaza and Hawthorne Plaza stores. Emily Armenta’s story is compelling, and you will read about it in this issue. (I also met her handsome MD husband at the Centurion Jewelry Show. He specializes in plastic surgery, and I seized the moment by requesting an emergency consult with him.)

Robert Procop, an incredible jewelry designer who has fl own under the radar but whose status will soon be known worldwide, has partnered with Angelina Jolie on a collection of chic, simple, important jewelry called The Style of Jolie. Procop and Jolie’s proceeds go to The Education Partnership for Children in Confl ict, and TIVOL will be the fi rst retail location in the United States to launch the collection. Add to that an article describing our most recent ad campaign that we’ve introduced, and you fi nally come to the most exciting feature by far of this issue: a restaurant crawl show-ing Mark and I chowing down at our favorite Kansas City restaurants. Welcome to spring 2013 at TIVOL.

ON THE COVER

INSIDE TIVOL MAGAZINE:The Timepiece Issue

Learn about the newest Swiss watch trends, designs and luxury models like this Cartier Tank Anglaise in 18K pink gold with diamonds. $32,900.

Cathy Tivol ceo, tivol

Designer Robert Procop and actress Angelina Jolie have collaborated to create The Style of Jolie jewelry collection. In this publicity image, Procop places a vintage Cartier choker (circa 1906) around Jolie’s neck. She wore the diamond and platinum necklace while starring in The Tourist with Johnny Depp.

Above: Ryann Rinker, director of merchandising, and Cathy Tivol, CEO, ham for the camera with the same vintage Cartier choker that Robert Procop and Angelina Jolie posed with for the cover of TIVOL Magazine.

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INSIDE Spring/Summer 2013

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features4 In the Loupe: TIVOL Party & Event Pics10 From the Runways14 Profi le: Designers David & Sybil Yurman16 Profi le: Emily Armenta18 Investment Protection: Vacation Savvy21 Spring Jewelry Trends 201332 Employee Profi le: Patrick Switlik34 The American Launch of The Style of Jolie38 Here Comes the Bride: Bridal Jewelry42 Cars: Perfect Timing44 Perfect Gems: World Luxuries48 Profi le: Faber-Castell50 Profi le: Nate Berkus53 Special Section: Watches66 Eats: Food for Thought70 Cathy & Mark: Dinner Out76 Spirits: Fine Tequila

special section: watches54 Watch Wisdom56 2013 Watch Trends62 Profi le: TAG Heuer64 TW Steel Color Play

A. Jaff e fl oral ring with grayish, violet-blue sapphire and diamonds

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A) Marvin Scherzer, VP of Di Modolo. B) Chloe Mann, Amecceo Watkins. C) DJ Kirby Ham. D) Victoria Danilov, Viktorya Zaslavsky, Sofia Krupnik, Daniel Zaslavsky, Svetlana Danilov, Alla Lachman.

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TIVOL on the Country Club Plaza marked this national celebration of glamour and fashion trends by featuring the work of Italian jewelry designer Di Modolo in an expansive trunk show. Proceeds from a raffle supported Wayside Waifs.

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IN THE LOUPE


A) Leslie Goldhahn, Kathryn Thomas. B) Chris Cullen, LAGOS President; Lindsay Sargeant, LAGOS PR & Events Manager. C) Cathy Tivol, Steven Lagos, Ruth-ie Tivol, Harold Tivol. D) Nolan Klein, Rosalie Klein, Jared Klein. E) Travis Daniels; Gary Pener, TIVOL - Plaza Store Manager; Brandon Flowers.

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TIVOL celebrated the 35th anniversary of LAGOS by welcoming designer Steven Lagos on September 28, which also happened to be Harold Tivol’s 89th birthday. Proceeds from a raffle supported Autism Speaks.

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Robert Procop Exceptional Jewels 10.18.12

A) Robert Procop (center) enjoying the festivities. B) Dawn Fire; Brian Butler, TIVOL General Manager. C) Ryann Rinker, TIVOL Director of Merchandising; Gigi Rose. D) Trudy Jacobson, Robert Procop. E) Margaret Murray, Megan Murray. F) Kym Mossman, Robert Procop.

TIVOL welcomed Robert Procop as he introduced his Exceptional Jewels collection at a small dinner party at Webster House. Procop returns in spring 2013 to launch The Style of Jolie, which he designs in partnership with Angelina Jolie. The collection will make its American retail debut at TIVOL.

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Couples’ Night Out 11.30.12

A) Dawn Belshe, Robert Belshe, Hunter Tivol McGrath. B) Amanda Hillis, Tyler Dean, Lucas Patterson, Peyton Hillis. C) Don Siegmund, Sarah Siegmund. D) Amy Morrison, Glenn Dorsey, Lindsay Archer, Travis Daniels. E) Pua Simons, Paige Patterson, Bill Patterson.

With the help of designer lines Carelle, Stephen Webster, Ar-menta and TW Steel timepieces, TIVOL devoted an evening to celebrating couples by raffling dinners for two at Plaza-area restaurants. Proceeds from the raffle supported The Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art.

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Production of the new TIVOLVideo Ad Campaign Fall 2012

A) Adam Gebhardt, TIVOL Director of Marketing, and Kelly Schottler, TIVOL Marketing Coordinator, pose with a TIVOL box in the kitchen of Dagwood’s. B) Actors Matthew Voelker and Sheena Peña take their places in front of the crew from t2 Studios. C) Filming at Dagwood’s goes late into the night. D) Zach Dierks, t2 Studios, and Adam Gebhardt over-see the direction of a scene fi lmed at the Plaza store.

Last fall, TIVOL launched a new series of print, television and digital ads promoting its new campaign, “Two Stores, A Thousand Stories.” The multimedia eff ort appeared on local television stations as well as Hulu.com, and featured two couples: one getting engaged on the Plaza, and another on a date at Dagwood’s Cafe. A TIVOL theme song was composed specifi cally for the new campaign as well.

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True to its passion for underwater exploration, Rolex is taking an active part in the DEEPSEA CHALLENGE expedition of fi lmmaker and explorer James Cameron (Titanic, Avatar), in partnership with the National Geographic Society. On March 26, 2012, the expedition descended 10,898 meters (35,756 feet) to reach Challenger Deep, the ocean’s deepest point located in the Mariana Trench, southwest of Guam in the Pacifi c Ocean.An experimental diver’s watch A Rolex watch attached to the manipulator arm of the submersible accompa-nied Cameron as he dove to the depths of Challenger Deep. The Oyster Perpetual Rolex Deepsea Challenge, an experimental diver’s watch, was specially developed and manufactured for the occasion, tested and guaranteed waterproof to new depths, confi rming Rolex’s position as the leading brand in waterproofness. “The Rolex Deepsea Challenge was the reliable companion throughout the dive; it was visible on the sub’s manipulator arm, and working precisely at 10,898 meters down at the bottom of Challenger Deep,” Cameron said after his historic dive. “It’s a tremendous example of engineering know-how, and an ideal match for the Deepsea Challenger submersible.”Echoing the historic dive of 1960 Both Cameron’s expedition and the Rolex Deepsea Challenge directly echo the bathyscaphe Trieste’s historic dive on January 23, 1960, the fi rst and until now the only manned dive to what was then the deepest-known point in the Mariana Trench. On that exploit, an experimental Oyster model, the Deep Sea Special, attached to the hull accompanied the Trieste into the abyss. It reached the record depth of 10,916 metres (35,814 feet), returning to the surface in perfect working order, a feat that remained unrivaled for more than half a century. Cameron was thrilled at the additional opportunity to take a 1960 Deep Sea Special with him. “As soon as I got into the sub, I found a special place to attach the ‘Old Lady,’ the sister of the watch that went down 52 years ago on the Trieste. She kept me company on the dive to the most remote place on this planet, and was my good luck charm.” To comply with the stringent certifi cation requirements for diver’s watches, the Rolex Deepsea Challenge is tested by Rolex in a specially created hyperbaric tank at a pressure of 1,500 bars, corresponding to the pressure at a depth of 15,000 meters (nearly 50,000 feet), 25 percent greater than the depth to which the watch is guar-anteed waterproof. At a depth of 15,000 meters, the load exerted on the crystal is 17 tons (13.6 tons at 12,000 meters), and on the case back nearly 23 tons; a total of some 40 tons is borne by the support ring in the middle case.In the wake of the ROLEX DEEPSEA CHALLENGE The Rolex Deepsea Challenge is fi tted with a patented TRIPLOCK screw-down winding crown with a triple waterproofness system, the same type that equips all Rolex diver’s watches. It also has other technical features of the Rolex Deepsea, such as a unidirectional rotatable 60-minute graduated bezel with a CERACHROM in-sert in ceramic; a CHROMALIGHT display with long-lasting luminescence (handsand hour markers); a self-winding mechanical movement (calibre 3135) with a paramag-netic blue PARACHROM hairspring; and a solid-link OYSTER bracelet fi tted with an OYSTERLOCK clasp with a safety catch, and the Rolex GLIDELOCK and FLIPLOCK diving extension systems.

The watch that dove to the

deepest reaches of the oceans was

on display at TIVOL - Hawthorne

Plaza from April 19 through April

29, 2013.

EXHIBITS

deepsea challenge


1. Penny Preville 18K white gold sapphire and diamond earrings, $8,605 2. Henri Daussi platinum sapphire and diamond ring, $49,165 3. Carelle Leaf Collection 18K yellow gold and

turquoise necklace, $3,225 4. Stephen Webster Forget Me Knot Collection sapphire, black diamond and quartz bracelet, $21,500 5. TIVOL Collection 18K white gold sapphire and

diamond cuff bracelet, $31,500

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1. Di Modolo sterling silver and rock crystal earrings, $495 2. Carelle Leaf Collection 18K yellow gold and diamond earrings, $4,150 3. Roberto Coin Bollicine Collection 18K yellow gold

and diamond cuff bracelet, $4,700 4. TIVOL Collection 18K white gold diamond bracelet, $27,940

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1. Roberto Coin Spring Collection 18K rose gold amethyst and diamond necklace, $10,800 2. Penny Preville 18K white gold and diamond necklace, $7,915 3. Rolex Oyster Perpetual

Datejust 18K white gold and diamond watch, $14,800 4. Rahaminov 18K white gold diamond flower ring, $43,560 5. Brumani Baobab Rose Collection 18K rose gold rose quartz, pink

tourmaline and diamond earrings, $27,835

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1. TIVOL Collection 18K white gold agate and black diamond flower pin, $3,220 2. Roberto Coin 18K white gold diamond and black sapphire bracelet, $10,700 3. Roberto Demeglio

Joy Collection ceramic bracelet, $1,540 4. TIVOL Collection 18K white gold diamond and agate earrings, $5,210

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GRAPHIC IMPACTBlack and white color blocking

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‘‘We create art for people to wear.” With those words, David and Sybil Yurman articulated an enduring visionfor their company, America’s foremost jewelry house for

over 30 years. From the very beginning, their belief that art is personal —that the artist’s world is unique and the creative process is an expression ofthe artist’s aesthetic — made using the word ‘jewelry’ seem insufficient.‘Jewelry’ doesn’t entirely encompass David Yurman’s vision of what he iscreating, nor does it express his passion for the creative process, his love ofdesign and his refusal to be led by conventional wisdom.

His interest in sculpting began early, at just 13 yearsold. During summers off from high school, David studiedart, working as an apprentice to Cuban sculptor ErnestoGonzales in Provincetown, Massachusetts. In his 20s, hehitchhiked to California, joining other artists in Big Sur,and immersing himself in the culture and lifestyle of thebohemian community. Moving back to his native NewYork City several years later to pursue his passion forsculpture and form, he served apprenticeships undermaster sculptors Jacques Lipschitz, Hans Van de Bovenkamp and TheodoreRozack — experiences he describes as life-altering. Then, another call fromdestiny: the chance meeting of his muse and future wife and partner, Sybil.

His romantic nature inspired, he sculpted a piece of jewelry as a giftfor her. She wore it to an art gallery opening and the owner, taken withthe design, asked if David had more to sell. He recalls, “I couldn’timagine recreating something so personal that I had made for Sybil, soI said ‘no.’ But at the very same moment, Sybil said ‘yes’ — and, like that,

we found ourselves in the jewelry business.” Though he never set out to be a jewelry

designer, working closely with Sybil, a painterin her own right, led him to explore differentavenues of artistic expression. For the twohalves of the famed Yurman design team,their collaboration as artists epitomizes the

very essence of yin and yang. “Wecomplement each other,” says Sybil,

“and that creates a dynamic unity.Together, we create something biggerthan us, sometimes larger than lifeitself.” While David sees the world

through the lens of a sculptor, with arefined sense of proportion and a three-

dimensional perspective, his muse sees theworld as a kaleidoscope of emotion, color,

form and movement. After years of designing sculptural jewelry that was sold at craft shows

and galleries, it was David’s creation of the cable bracelet, a twisted helix ofsterling silver wire composed of multiple strands, thatput his name on the proverbial map. The piece becamean instant icon, a contemporary classic that has servedas the thread that runs through all of the collections.Deemed a phenomenon in the jewelry world, DavidYurman’s handcrafted creations — silver paired withgold, and diamonds and semi-precious stones set insilver — were revolutionary. The pieces, with ancientGothic and Egyptian references, blended classic withcontemporary styling. “We bridged the gap between

fashion and fine jewelry, and we used art as the bridge,” says David.For David and Sybil Yurman, beautiful jewelry is not the end result

of a simple technique or a single element. Outstanding quality andextraordinary craftsmanship are achieved from a foundation of artisticexcellence. Over 30 years later, what began as an artist’s passion forsculpture and a painter’s love for color has turned into a jewelry housethat continues in the classic tradition of the guild, but pushes theboundaries of convention with imagination and innovation.

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collection [far left], wecombine smooth and cable

cords to create contrast,texture and a sense of

movement. It’s really a symbolof the way Sybil and I work

together: everything we do isintertwined.”

—David Yurman

DESIGNERS

“We use artto bridge the gap between fashion

and fine jewelry.” David Yurman

WORKING ARTISTS

Sybil Yurman remains David’s muse. And so much more.

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Emily Armenta, who was born into a family of artists, has been imagining and creating designs for jewelry since she fi rst

learned about gemstones during her childhood. Since then, Armenta’s aesthetic has evolved and matured, and she has found deeper inspiration after reading the poetry of Fedrico Garcia Lorca. A Spanish writer, Lorca wrote about a creative force that dwells within all of us, known as duende. According to the author, duende “is a power and not a behavior; it is the struggle that one must endure to create something of great-ness.” Armenta believes in this principle and uses it as a starting point for her creative process, which she describes as the search for a deeper meaning behind art. Her passion for Spanish literature — mixed with her own femi-nine sensibilities — results in a look that is composed of striking, ethereal designs, primarily made of 18K and 22K yellow gold, 18K rose gold and “midnight” oxidized sterling silver with diamonds and gemstones. In the case of both yellow and rose golds, Armenta mixes her own metals in order to acquire the exact color she has envisioned. “I am inspired by the creativity that surrounds me on a daily basis,” says Armenta. “Spending time at the studio provides an incredible opportunity for me to invent and create something that can never be duplicated. Furthermore, the studio is a magical place for me, as I am able to see fi rsthand how believing in duende can make the impossible become a reality.” In 2012, TIVOL began carrying Armenta, and the response from customers was immediate.

Armenta’s

freshApproachEmily Armenta’s business model may not be typical, but her company’s unique take on celebrating the beauty of women — both on the inside and out — is making its mark in the jewelry industry.

Jewelry pictured above: (Top right) Oxidized sterling silver band with 18K yellow gold Cravelli crosses and diamonds. $2,945. (Top left) Cravelli cross earrings with diamonds, faceted white quartz over sugelite, oxidized sterling silver and 18K yellow gold. $1,500.

PROFILE


“It’s approachable luxury,” says Ryann Rinker, director of merchandising at TIVOL. “Armenta is a high-quality collection that is priced extremely well for the self-purchaser looking to add something unique to her wardrobe.” This distinctive look does not come by happenstance. Armenta carefully considers the materials used in every creation, as well as its look, feel and the deeper meaning of the message behind it. “Each piece is handcrafted in our studio and it tells a story,” Armenta says. “I explore working with many metals and gemstones to create art. For example, the oxidized silver of the Midnight collection honors the creative force of nighttime, which instills in us an almost religious trans-port. The black hue represents the mystery of art that we all know of but do not understand.” Beyond the exceptional jewelry, the company’s culture is equally unique and driven by Armenta’s commitment to duende. The designer makes a point to hire and promote people who are talented, but not necessarily qualifi ed in a traditional way. “Contrary to what many people in the industry would consider wise business practices, I have chosen to hire women based on their passion and courage for life rather than their skill set,” says Armenta. “I hire people

who have duende. I am so proud we have trained and educated every person at the studio, and they have blossomed into incredibly skilled craftsmen, each of whom are true artisans. “Due to the success of the studio, I have been able to off er opportuni-ties to those who have had to struggle and have provided them a chance for a better life. Because of the background of the women at the studio, the symbolism in the collection is very important to us; it focuses on art throughout history that depicts beautiful stories about inspiration, dreams and overcoming all odds.” It was this approach to business along with Armenta’s proven success that led to the company being recognized in fall 2012 by Ernst & Young LLP as a recipient of its Entrepreneurial Winning Women award. The program is a national competition and leadership initiative that identifi es and connects female entrepreneurs with advisors, resources and insights that could help scale their businesses to become market leaders. “The story behind the women who work at the studio is truly one of inspiration and is what the American Dream is all about,” Armenta says. “I feel that I have been given a chance in life to make a diff erence in the lives of others and challenge the status quo. This belief is a guiding principle that all of us at Armenta embrace and strive to pass on to others.”

Above, clockwise from left: Cravelli cross earrings (see opposite page for details). Oxidized sterling silver and 18K yellow gold oval link necklace. $3,125. 18K yellow gold faceted blue topaz over labradorite pendant with diamonds, white sapphires and sterling silver. $2,270. Open scroll earrings with blue mother-of-pearl over rose de France drop, diamonds, oxidized sterling silver and 18K yellow gold. $3,200. White quartz over sugelite ring with diamonds, 18K yellow gold accents and oxidized sterling silver. $1,980. Heraldry shield ring with diamonds, white sapphires, oxidized sterling silver and 18K yellow gold. $1,845.

Below: Cravelli cross earrings with diamonds, white sapphires, oxidized sterling silver and 18K yellow gold. $1,770.


With vacation season just around the corner, it is best to be in-formed about the places you plan to visit. Having a strategy for what items you plan to pack — particularly when traveling with fine jewelry or timepieces — is an excellent idea, and it’s always good to be cautious.A STEP in the right direction Many travelers enjoy visiting more adventurous locations such as developing nations and remote destinations. But be advised that in some parts of the world, wearing valuables can make you a target for petty theft. For many of these locations, the Department of State has a Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) that allows you to notify the local embassy of your impending trip. In addition, STEP provides an email alert system that will send updates on travel warnings and any other topical information that may be issued regarding the country you plan to visit. Wherever you travel, be prepared for an interview by customs when reentering the United States. When traveling with jewelry, customs has the right to ask for supporting documentation that proves you purchased the items while in the U.S. and not on foreign soil. Because of this, it’s wise to carry one of the following items with you on your trip: a sales receipt, an appraisal certificate, proof of existing insurance, or a prepared Certificate of Registration for Personal Effects Taken Abroad (known as CBP Form 4457). Links to the appropriate forms for both STEP and the Certificate of Registration can be found at The Miller Group website, at millercares.com/category/private-risk-management/.Taxes for jewelry vary greatly when purchased overseas By providing proof of ownership prior to traveling, you can avoid paying a duty on the item(s) upon reentering the U.S. The provision in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) allows American-made prod-ucts to return to the U.S. without duty requirements. However, the provision stipulates the good’s value cannot have been advanced, nor the condition improved while abroad. In other words, if an item was repaired or upgraded, duty could be owed on either the fair market value of the labor or the item itself as it has been changed. A simple example of this would be taking raw gold to India and hav-ing it made into a jewelry piece by a local craftsman. The gold

cannot be re-entered into the U.S. free of charge, nor is the value of the gold deductible from the value of the finished piece of jewelry. To claim goods under this provision, proof of U.S. origin is required (such as a country of origin marking or a certificate of origin from the manufacturer). If you plan to purchase jewelry abroad, loose diamonds — both rough and polished — are currently free of duty upon importation into the U.S. On the other hand, finished jewelry containing polished diamonds is subject to a duty rate ranging from 5 to 5.8 percent, unless the shipment qualifies as duty-free, pursuant to Free Trade Agreements. The U.S. cur-rently has Free Trade Agreements with 20 countries, including Austra-lia, Canada, Israel, Mexico and Singapore. A complete list is available at ustr.gov/trade-agreements/free-trade-agreements. With a dose of caution and some pre-vacation planning, you and your jewelry are sure to have a great trip.

If you don’t want to leave your jewelry or fine timepiece behind while traveling, you should plan ahead to help reduce risk.

INVESTMENT PROTECTION

vacationsavvy

Amber Manning is Vice President of The Miller Group, one of the top brokerage firms in the Midwest offering a comprehensive array of products and services, including Commercial Insurance; Employee Benefits; HR Consult-ing; Surety Bonds; Safety & Loss Prevention and Business and Private Risk Management. Manning is the division leader for Private Risk Management. Manning earned an art history and sociology degree from Loyola University, Chicago and is a Kansas City native. Com-munity involvement includes participation with the KC Symphony Business Council, the DeLaSalle Education Center and board mem-ber at the Central Exchange.

Amber Manning


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The deep matte surface in anthracite grey

combined with the shimmering engraved

Herringbone pattern creates a unique and

very pleasant feel. The highly polished

rhodium-plated cap, end piece and grip contrast

beautifully with the engraved barrel.

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SpringTrends

2013


Art Deco

HOTEL PHILLIPS


Art Deco is an infl uential visual arts design style that fi rst appeared in France during the 1920s and fl ourished internationally during the ‘30s and ‘40s. It is an eclectic style that combines traditional craft motifs with Machine Age imagery and materials. The style is often characterized by rich colors, bold geometric shapes and lavish ornamentation.

LAGOS sterling silver necklace with black spinel, 18K yellow gold and diamonds

$2,190

TIVOL Collection 18K yellow gold ring with golden South

Sea pearl and diamonds$6,595

Roberto Demeglio black ceramic bracelet with 18K rose gold and diamonds

$3,145

Carelle 18K white gold London blue topaz ring with diamonds

$4,900

Stardust 18K white gold cuffl inks with diamonds and rubies

$12,850

TIVOL Collection 18K white gold diamond and pink sapphire earrings

$10,800


natureinspired

BIRD’S BOTANICALS


Having reached the limits of nature’s tolerance, we are fi nally looking for ways of living on this planet without harming it and a new way of viewing and valuing nature. Designers are searching for sustainable solutions by emulating nature’s time-tested patterns and strategies.

H. Stern 18K rose gold diamond leaf ring

$5,800

TIVOL Collection 18K rose gold crab cuffl inks with pink

mother-of-pearl and diamonds$1,995

Brumani 18K yellow gold ring with aquamarine, brown

diamonds and pink tourmaline$10,675

David Yurman sterling silver wave cuffl inks with black

diamonds $2,200

TIVOL Collection 18K rose gold snail pin with a yellow freshwater pearl

and orange sapphires $4,500

Aaron Basha 18K white gold multi-color enamel butterfl y with

diamonds, or pink enamel butterfl y charm with diamonds

$1,400 / $3,650


vintagetraditional

MISSION ROAD ANTIQUE MALL


TIVOL Collection 18K white gold South Sea pearl and diamond necklace

$39,000

Penny Preville 18K yellow gold diamond fl ower earrings

$9,175

TIVOL Collection 18K white gold blue sapphire and

diamond bracelet$17,280

TIVOL Collection 18K yellow gold Padparadscha sapphire and

diamond ring$18,995

Rahaminov 18K rose gold necklace with rose cut pinkish brown diamond

surrounded by diamonds $39,600

Design in vintage style refl ects tendencies, characters and other characteristic events of the past. It conveys a strong emotional response, as its visual elements belong to a larger human story; one that evokes feelings of nostalgia and commitment to an era long past.


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TIVOL Collection 18K yellow gold pink tourmaline ring

$1,625

Kwiat 18K white gold diamond hoop necklace

$7,400

David Yurman black titanium men’s band with sterling silver cable

$450

Stephen Webster sterling silver gray coral bead men’s bracelet

$250

Jack Kelege 18K white gold and diamond earrings

$13,000

Rahaminov 18K rose gold bangle bracelet with diamonds

$27,500

Minimal art is characterized by its simplicity in both form and content, where personal expressionis removed in order to allow the audience to view a composition more intensely because distractions of theme have been removed.


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David Yurman sterling silver oval saddle ring with diamonds

$725

TIVOL Collection smoky quartz bead necklace and 18K yellow gold pendant with vivid orange fi re opal and cognac diamonds

$25,695

Alex Sepkus green and pink tourmaline 6-strand bracelet with 18K yellow gold clasp

$8,975

H. Stern 18K yellow gold spiral earrings with briolette diamond

$4,900

Marco Bicego 18K yellow gold multi-color sapphire bracelet

$10,750

Stephen Webster 18K yellow gold ring with quartz over

red coral and diamonds$8,300

Shabby chic is a form of design where the appearance of an item suggests the feeling of being antique. At the same time, more sophisticated, fresh designs are emphasized, which diff erentiates the item from being a genuine period piece.


TIVOL is well known in the community as a family business, but not everyone realizes it has a tradition of employing family that goes beyond the Tivol name itself. Over the years there have been several examples of this throughout the company, with combinations of mother and son, mother and daugh-ter, mother-in-law and daughter-in-law and beyond — but perhaps none so closely linked to TIVOL’s recent history as Patrick Switlik Sr. and Patrick Switlik Jr. Both father and son have served as jewelers for the company since Switlik Sr. began at TIVOL in 1970. Around age 13, Switlik Sr. would bring his son to work with him to help separate scrap gold. Today, Switlik Jr. admits the work wasn’t that fun — he confesses that the first hour was enjoyable, but after that he wanted to go home. Yet those experiences gave him an overall positive impression of the field. It took him a few years before he inherited his father’s passion for the industry. As a family, the Switliks enjoyed fixing and repairing things around the house as a hobby. In the few years that followed his gold-sorting days, Switlik Jr. was

able to transition his house-hold hobbies into repairing (and creating) jewelry. Af-ter discovering how much he enjoyed the work, his fate was sealed. “I was 17 when I officially be-gan at TIVOL,” Switlik Jr. says. “My parents asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up, and I said ‘a jeweler.’ Two weeks later, my father came home and said I had a part-time job. That was the summer after my junior year of high school. After graduating, I began full time and I’ve been here ever since.”

Amazingly, Switlik Jr.’s love for the jewelry industry did not come solely from his father. “My grandfather was a jeweler — he worked for Macy’s — and my great-uncle used to own a jewelry store.” In addition, out of his eight siblings, Switlik Jr.’s sister, Theresa, also works as a jeweler at a local retail store. In his time at TIVOL, Switlik Jr. has witnessed many changes, but he also gives a nod to the strong sense of continuity that the company has provided over the years. “In the past 37 years, the only major changes have been the use of modern equipment like laser welders and torches, but the fundamentals are much still the same — and in some cases I use the very same tools that once belonged to my grandfather.” For Switlik Jr., that doesn’t mean the work is boring, however. He remembers significant TIVOL events that have impacted his life, such as the Plaza flood of 1977 that virtually destroyed the store’s interior. He also remembers several jobs that have been particularly fun or noteworthy. “I do a lot of work for TV personalities, athletes and celebrities,” Switlik Jr. says. “There was one well-known celebrity whose husband purchased her a jewelry box without a key. He brought it into the store to see if I could get it open — and after picking the lock, I was able to.” Switlik Jr. says it is that type of service that makes TIVOL a special place to work. “We go the extra mile with customers and their repairs,” he says. “We want things to be as perfect as possible so that our customers always have the TIVOL experience.” In 1990, Switlik Sr. retired from the bench, leaving Switlik Jr. to carry on his family’s name at TIVOL. In 40 years, the store’s appearance has changed, staff has come and gone, and jewelry trends have evolved. But during that time, there has always been a man named Patrick Switlik diligently working at the jewelry bench. There is an additional tradition that Switlik Jr. continues as well. He keeps a drawer in his bench full of candy for his co-workers. For bits of kindness like this, for his wisdom, and for his stoic, hardworking demeanor, Switlik Jr. is a beloved and integral part of the TIVOL family.

When considering the Tivol family, one’s mind usually goes to Charles, Harold, Cathy or Hunter — but as the Switliks demonstrate, the company’s family history sometimes goes beyond the “T” word.

PROFILE

all in thefamily


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This spring, TIVOL becomes the fi rst American retailer to launch The Style of Jolie — a collection of important jewelry from the creative minds of designer Robert Procop and Oscar-winner Angelina Jolie.

The designs are timeless, featuring elegant and refi ned lines that would be just as fashionable on a red carpet in 1940 as they are in 2013. Procop’s experience in the jewelry industry is vast. He opened the retail location of Diamonds on Rodeo in Beverly Hills while he was still completing the fi nal year of his undergraduate studies. From there, his reputation quickly grew as he began creating unique jewelry for Holly-wood elite and secured a commission from then-President Ronald Reagan. (Procop has been commissioned by nearly every President since then.) Other celebrity clients include Robert Downey, Jr., Merve Griffi n, Tom Cruise and Sylvester Stallone.

Procop’s career momentum brought him to the attention of Her Maj-esty the Queen, who appointed him as a curator and expert evaluator for the royal jewels — a collection that included Princess Diana’s sapphire ring, which would later serve as Kate Middleton’s engagement ring from Prince William. Despite Procop’s qualifi cations and impressive accomplishments, perhaps it was his recent high-profi le project that truly catapulted him into the spotlight. While working alongside actor Brad Pitt for about one year, Procop created Jolie’s engagement ring. “Brad and Angelina are a very romantic couple; they’re always sur-prising each other with gifts,” Procop says. “I’ve been very low-key with my work my whole life. I never share who I sell to. But then the engagement ring was the one that caught the public’s attention.”

18K rose gold cushion cut

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Developing The Style of Jolie was a natural progression, as Procop had tailored gifts and on-camera jewels for both Jolie and Pitt for more than a decade. Having met at the Oscars in 2000, Procop and Jolie shared a love of jewelry, which was the basis for a lasting friendship and working relationship. The connection led to them working together on Jolie’s fi lm The Tourist, for which Procop sourced and designed the jewelry. Today, with Jolie serving as the muse and co-creator of the collection, The Style of Jolie donates 100 percent of its profi ts to The Partnership for Children in Confl ict — and the proceeds have already built two schools in Afghanistan. “All proceeds from sales will go to Angelina’s charity, which benefi ts children in need around the world. It changes thousands of lives, and that’s something that’s very important to us both,” Procop says. Procop’s high ethical standards also extend to the source, as he exclusively trades with members of the Kimberley Process. Their agreement ensures that diamonds purchased from a given region are ethically mined and will not in any way be used to fund any activity that perpetuates human rights abuses.

It is the joy of locating these large gems, from emeralds to no-heat sapphires — and then crafting a magnifi cent setting around the gem — that fuels Procop’s passion. His knowledge, talent for gem sourcing and design ability has also resulted in the much-anticipated launch of Robert Procop Exceptional Jewels. This esteemed fi nished jewelry collection has recently been placed with a few hand-selected retailers (including TIVOL in October 2012). Every gemstone is held in an expertly handcrafted gold or platinum setting to exact specifi cations, resulting in exquisite and future heirlooms. While the fundamental construct of Robert Procop Exceptional Jewels and The Style of Jolie are similar in their ethical practices, according to Procop, The Style of Jolie is all about Angelina. “The collection [The Style of Jolie] is very chic and very clean,” Pro-cop says. “It includes her favorite colors: green, black and yellow. It’s very graceful and pure. The colors and the shapes are bold but classic. Angelina likes to dress in a monochromatic way. If she’s wearing a green dress, she’ll wear green jewels, for example — and the collection refl ects this.”

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With spring and summer upon us, wedding season is in full swing. Whether he’s popped the question or is about to, TIVOL has an array of engagement rings and wedding bands perfect for each unique couple. The new TIVOL Collection rings (upper left) are important looking yet classic — and while they are made with the highest quality standards, their approachable prices will please you. But options abound — as you will witness in the following pages — and they certainly don’t end in this magazine. Visit a TIVOL store to fi nd the perfect representation of your love, or speak to a TIVOL associate about customizing a ring to meet your own precise specifi cations. Feeling digital? Visit TIVOL.com to browse our online collection of Engagement & Wedding rings, or make the ultimate personal statement by using our web-based Design Your Own system.

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Henri Daussi 14K white and yellow gold band with yellow princess cut diamonds, flanked by pavé diamond rails / $25,330

2. Jack Kelége platinum five-row diamond band / $20,350

3. Rahaminov 18K yellow gold ring with an intense yellow radiant cut diamond surrounded by pavé diamonds / $54,130

4. TIVOL Collection 18K white gold three-band rolling ring with diamonds / $6,380

5. Michael Bondanza platinum ring set with an oval diamond / $60,060

6. Michael Bondanza platinum ring with round brilliant cut diamond / $36,055

7. Harry Kotlar platinum and 18K yellow gold ring with an intense yellow cushion cut diamond and diamond shank / $55,100

8. Precision Set platinum diamond eternity band / $3,520

9. Henri Daussi 18K rose gold two-row diamond band / $1,870

10. Kwiat 18K white gold open woven ring set with round brilliant cut diamonds / $7,300

11. Jack Kelége platinum diamond ring with a cushion cut diamond / $18,545

Page 3912. Harry Kotlar platinum and 18K rose gold Luca ring with a cushion cut diamond and pavé diamonds / $32,195

13. Penny Preville 18K rose gold ring with a three- row tapering diamond band / $5,340

14. Precision Set platinum diamond band / $4,180

15. Henri Daussi 18K white gold diamond ring with cushion cut diamond / $11,485

16. TIVOL Collection platinum diamond and blue sapphire band / $2,490

17. TIVOL Collection platinum diamond eternity band / $7,215

18. Precision Set platinum solitaire ring with a princess cut diamond / $8,180

19. Norman Silverman 18K white gold ring with center marquise and pavé set diamonds on bezel and shank / $3,515

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21. Norman Silverman platinum ring with pear shape diamond, two-row diamond bezel and two-row diamond split shank / $9,690

22. Precision Set platinum diamond eternity band / $3,520

23. Harry Kotlar platinum ring with round brilliant cut diamond and two-row split diamond shank / $44,700

24. Penny Preville 18K yellow gold open leaf band with diamonds / $2,695

25. Rahaminov platinum three-stone emerald cut diamond ring / $37,100

26. TIVOL Collection 18K white gold diamond and blue sapphire eternity band / $1,895

27. Penny Preville platinum diamond Penelope ring with a cushion cut diamond / $10,435

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It was a tough qualifying session. Lap after lap I pushed myself to the max,knowing it meant the difference between starting on the pole position(where there’s an advantage going into the first turn) or starting on the

outside of the front row (where chances of taking the lead at the start areslim). As I took off alongside the other 35 cars in the field, I was confident Icould win the pole, especially since my pit crew had written a large #1 on mypit board. But as I came into the pits, I could tell by the look on their faces thatthis was not to be: I had lost pole position by only 5/100ths of a second.

Motor racing is a sport where time can be your best friend or your worstenemy. At the Rolex 24 at Daytona or at Le Mans, two cars can finish justseconds apart after 24 hours of racing. Pit Stops in Formula 1 are lightningfast: a car can have four tires changed in under three seconds. The driversof these cars are in constant radio contact with their crew members, whoreport competitors’ timing and scoring figures; race strategy can changeseveral times based on these reports.

While both motor racing and timepieces involve speed and precisemechanics, the fashionable gatherings of classic and vintage cars at Concoursd’Elegance events involve neither. In fact, these extraordinary vehicles arepresented stationary. Perhaps the longest running of these events is theConcorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, which has been held on the shores of LakeComo, Italy since 1929. At events like this, classic and vintage cars are scoredon the basis of perfection. It may be a static display, but the value of theseglorious cars can reach or even exceed that of some thoroughbred racecars.

In England, The Goodwood Festival of Speed is held each summer atLord March’s estate in West Sussex. This event combines static display with

individual runs up the driveway, and attracts about 150,000 spectators fromaround the world. Then in the fall, Lord March presents a spectacularvintage race held at the Goodwood Motor Racing Circuit, built in 1948 byhis grandfather just a mile or so from Goodwood House. In its glory days(the 1950s through 1966), this circuit hosted Formula 1 races and other top-level events that rivaled the best in the world. Today, all who attend thereunion come dressed in period clothing.

In the U.S., Classic Car Week in Monterey, California takes center stageevery August. Dinners, auctions, car shows, lawn parties and other exclusiveevents keep auto enthusiasts remarkably busy all week. At nearby MazdaRaceway Laguna Seca, some of the most extraordinary vintage racing is

held from Friday through Sunday at theRolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion.Perfectly restored racecars from aroundthe world compete in full fields, usingmodern timing and scoring techniques.Split-second accuracy determines gridpositions, and drivers fight to shedevery possible second from their timecharts.

On the 18th green at nearby PebbleBeach on the final day of Classic Car

Week, the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance draws the most remarkablecars and the most knowledgeable attendees to these celebrated grounds.The contrast between the racecars and show cars is significant: In racing,time is everything; in showing cars it’s inconsequential. In both instances,however, winners at Monterey are presented with iconic Rolex timepieces. TO

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

THE NIGHT SPOTIt’s no secret that Broadway singers and actors hate whenthe curtain comes down and they have to leave the stage.So on Tuesday nights, after the shows are out, performersand the fans who love them gather for Backstage at 54Below (located in the basement of legendary Studio 54) tokeep the music and jokes going over drinks and supper. Ledby musical director Brad Simmons and host Susie Mosher,gypsies, Broadway and cabaret stars (and occasionally anaudience member) sing or do their routines in this intimateand fashionable 144-seat space created by Tony-winningset designers. The wine list and food are good, the serviceexcellent, the crowd always fun. And you never know whomight turn up to perform. End your evening on a high note.

A STROLL THROUGH HOTEL LA MAMOUNIAMarrakech has a fascinating history, exotic markets, exciting nightlife and a delightfully opulent hotel. La Mamounia, a former palace celebrated for its mixtureof traditional Moroccan and modern French styles, offers intriguing experiences from great art to ice cream. Take a walk through the reception room, lobby andtearoom, where Moroccan paintings and statues inspire. Stop at the Italian Bar to view the latest photography exhibition while sipping a Le Grand DameChampagne cocktail made with citrus essence. Next, wander outside into the serene 17-acre garden filled with olive and citrus trees, magnificent roses and anextensive kitchen garden (you might chat with the chef as he gathers vegetables for dinner). At the center of the garden is Le Menzeh, an ice cream pavilionthat offers pastries and freshly made ice creams. Finally, to recover from your exertions, complete your tour with a Royal Hammam treatment at the lavish spa.

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SPIRIT OF THE PASTBuilt in 1228 by the Anglo-Norman de Burgosfamily, Ashford Castle is set on 350 acres with aspectacular backdrop of Irish woodlands, lakeand mountains. Sir Benjamin Lee Guinnesspurchased the estate in 1855 as the family’scountry residence. Since becoming a hotel in1939, the castle has welcomed dignitaries andcelebrities including Prince Edward, King GeorgeV, Ted Kennedy, Sharon Stone, Brad Pitt andBarbra Streisand. The castle offers contemporarycomforts and conveniences, but naturally, old-world traditions still thrive. There’s Ireland’s firstschool of falconry, a decanter of sherry in eachroom, and tea served in the drawing room. Andin keeping with conventional castle ambiance,there’s also a ghost, reportedly from the 19thcentury when the Guinnesses were in residence.Not to worry: guests who’ve seen the youngfemale apparition say she’s friendly.

LIGHT FOOTEDThis spring, let your feet shine with bright bejeweled footwear byIvy Kirzhner, featuring cloisonné metal work and exotic leathers.The 2013 collection includes the Ark, a dress wedge with crystalsand snake leather inlays on an 18K gold-plated heel. The Taj Mahalgladiator sandal features gold silk metallic leather with crystals.Nefertiti is an ornamental high wedge with 18K gold-platedhardware and hand-enameled cloisonné treatment. Pictured aboveare the Montezuma Deco-bejeweled slippers in royal blue and hotcoral kid suede and gold silk metallic, and the Tresor, a Deco balletflat in gold silk metallic and opal, both with crystals on an 18K gold-plated hardware ornament. Step into a brilliant summer.

CONCERT GRANDSteinway Lyngdorf is a collaboration between Steinway & Sons, makers of theworld’s finest pianos, and audio innovator Peter Lyngdorf. Their speaker systemsrange from the invisible to the compact to the giant. Currently, the state-of-the-art choice is the Model LS Concert. Combined with the SP-1 Stereo Processor orP-1 Surround Sound Processor and Steinway Lyngdorf’s fully digital amplifiers, it’sperfect for luxurious home theaters. The open-baffle design makes the speakerinteract with the room much as a musical instrument would, resulting inextremely open and life-like musicality. There’s also a remarkable remote thatweighs nearly 2.2 pounds, with a rotating wheel crafted from solid, gold-platedbrass and mounted on precision-machined Swiss bearings, providing intuitiveand total command of the system.

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This year Faber-Castell celebrates 252 years in business, making itone of the oldest continually operating companies in the world. Theleading manufacturer of wood-cased pencils, it also makes a variety

of other writing instruments and luxury cosmetic pencils for some of theworld’s top makeup brands.

To tell the fascinating story of Faber-Castell one must begin with KasparFaber, who lived from 1730 to 1784 in a small village outside Nuremberg,Germany. A cabinet maker by trade, he had a side business producingpencils, which he sold from a basket in the village market. Its success soonmade pencil-making the family’s primary business, and Kaspar’s son AntonWilhelm took it over upon his death. Remarkably, the site Anton Wilhelmacquired on the outskirts of Stein to build his first workshop still remainstoday as global headquarters of the A.W. Faber-Castell Company.

Each subsequent generation grew the company and its product line(inks, writing slates, slide rules, etc.), and in 1849, Lothar von Faber becamethe first to expand beyond the borders of Germany. He set up foreignsubsidiaries first in New York, and then in Vienna, London, St. Petersburg andParis. In 1870, A.W. Faber became the fifth entry in the U.S. TrademarkRegister, and today bears the distinction of being the oldest active registeredtrademark in existence. Now a roughly €600 million business, Faber-Castellemploys 7,000 people in 100 countries around the globe.

As if surviving (and growing) for more than a quarter millennium isn’tenough of an achievement, Faber-Castell is also credited with helpingpass the first trademark laws to protect brand name products; inventingthe hexagonal pencil shape; founding Germany’s first life insurance

company in 1884, still inexistence today; and being thedrawing tool of choice forartists including Vincent VanGogh, Paul Klee and cartoonistCarl Barks.

One thing that hasn’tchanged over Faber-Castell’slong and storied history is itsserious commitment tomaking the world’s highest-quality writing implements,and its motto of “doingordinary things extraordinarilywell.” The eighth generation iscurrently at the helm, led byCount Anton Wolfgang vonFaber-Castell. His wife,Countess Mary, serves asmanaging director of FCCosmetics, a division forwhich they both have aspecial affinity. (The two metwhen Faber-Castell beganmaking cosmetic pencils for

Chanel, where Mary was director of marketing.) The couple’s four children,Count Charles and Countesses Sarah, Katharina and Victoria, are currentlystudying international business, law and marketing in preparation for theirfutures within the company.

A notable highlight is the company’s pen of the year, of which only 10are produced annually; the design for 2012 featured 58 diamonds in 18Kyellow gold, along with a $90,000 price tag. Among the more attainable —but still exquisite — offerings is the E-Motion collection of ballpoint pens,like the ivory resin version pictured above. Its body will fit comfortably inyour hand, while its laser-etched crocodile pattern will surely make you theenvy of other pen connoisseurs. We are proud to offer Faber-Castellproducts, and to support a family business dedicated to upholdingtradtions much like our own.

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“THE POINT IS NOT TOCLING TO TRADITION

FOR ITS OWN SAKE, BUTTO PRESERVE IT, INKEEPING WITH THE

TIMES, AS ASUCCESSFUL SYSTEMOF VALUES.” –COUNTANTON WOLFGANGVON FABER-CASTELL

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Designer, film producer, author and TV personality Nate Berkus hasmade a career out of taking interior design beyond paint colorsand fabric swatches. His latest book, The Things That Matter

(Spiegel & Grau, 2012), gets to the heart of design in a way that has yousimultaneously poring over the vibrant pages and setting it down torearrange your living room. Here, we chat with Berkus about the book, hisown home décor, and more.Your new book focuses on design as a personal statement. Wasthere a point where you realized design was not just aboutmaking things pretty?I realized that very early on. My mom is an interior designer, so “home” wasmore about a well-designed room than a home-cooked meal. That was herway of saying she cared about her family. Things were not expensive, butthey were beautiful. It was ingrained in me that assembling interiors wasnot something to be rushed. You talk about incorporating things from your travels into yourdécor. How does one avoid a room full of kitschy souvenirs? I do a lot of research before I travel. I talk to the concierge at the hotel, I talk

to a friend who’s gone there before, to really get the best sources foreverything. I have a deep knowledge of furniture creators and modern art,but one thing that is always important to me is the element of the hand-made, whether it’s a Navajo basket on a coffee table or a South Americanbelt on a pile of books. I look for the best silversmith in Portugal, the besttextiles in Asia or ceramics in Mexico. I look for what’s indigenous, what’shistoric and traditional.When you walk into someone’s home, what stands out as“good” or “bad” design?What makes me happy is walking in to see different styles all combined.That may be a Swedish dresser, a French mirror and a Native American rugin one room. I think it makes a room feel layered, like it was assembled overtime. I love when someone takes a risk. I may not love what they did, but Iam taken in when I see someone is adventurous. Conversely, what bugs meis when everything is of the same quality or out of one catalog. You can tellwhen someone spent a great fortune, but you don’t know anything aboutthat person except that they’re rich. In the book, you discuss designing your own home in NYC. Howwas the process different than designing for other people?In a designer’s own home, he is answering only to himself, so he can takemore risks. I like to let things find me, whereas with clients you don’t havethe luxury of buying things haphazardly. For my home, I started to feel likeI didn’t have roots; I wanted to assemble everything in one space, under oneroof. Over 570 boxes were delivered to that home and as I went through allof them, I started to understand my own connection to things. I had todecide what to keep, where to put it, what it went with. The editing processis the most important part. Even if there is something you love, if there’s noplace for you to display it and enjoy it and have it add to the graciousnessof your home, then it should be edited out. What did you learn from writing the book?I didn’t set out to write an autobiography, rather I wanted the book to beabout how I approach design. I hope people recognize that we each have astory, which is why I shared my own in the book. Everyone I’ve known,everywhere I’ve been, everything I’ve done has influenced my style. I hopepeople will stop, take a beat, and decide for themselves what really servesthem in the home and what doesn’t. Only then can someone achieve aninterior that truly reflects their personality. What’s next for Nate Berkus?My Chicago design firm is constantly undertaking new projects. I am excitedabout my collaboration with Target, and hope people find a few things frommy line to add to their décor. I’m producing a second feature film that I’mreally excited about. I love books so much, and after producing The Help, Iwanted to find another project where I could make a beloved book into afilm. We need more of that.

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IS IT NECESSARY TO SERVICE MYWATCH IF I’M NOT HAVING PROBLEMSWITH IT?All watches need maintenance. The extent of the service requireddepends on the particular timepiece, its movement and its age.Generally, quartz watches need battery replacements every twoto three years. Mechanical watches, much like automobiles, needregular servicing. The inner movements of the mechanical watchare lightly lubricated to reduce friction between the parts andensure accuracy and reliability. Deterioration of the lubricantsoccurs over time and results in higher friction, increasing wearand tear and decreasing precision. A mechanical watch should beserviced every three to five years. Watches should always betaken to an authorized retailer to be properly serviced. If thewrong gaskets, batteries or parts are used, it can result in moreexpensive repairs down the line. Even quartz watches, after asimple battery change, have to be properly sealed and closed toensure their water resistance.

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WATCH WISDOMTIME TO ANSWER YOUR PRESSING QUESTIONS.

IS A WATCH A GOOD INVESTMENT?Many people buy a watch because they love the individualstatement the piece makes about them. However, in today’seconomy, people also want to know that the watch they’rebuying will hold its value over time, and maybe even go up invalue. Most top-name watches will hold their value and somecan even become heirloom pieces over the coming generations. Ifyou’re looking to start building a watch collection, invest indifferent styles of watches appropriate for different situations,and do your homework regarding the most coveted brands.Special or limited-edition watches are almost always a goodinvestment in the long term. Don’t be afraid to ask questions; ourknowledgeable watch experts are here to give you guidance.

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I HEAR PEOPLE TALK ABOUT“COMPLICATED” WATCHES; WHAT DOESTHIS MEAN (AND ISN’T LIFECOMPLICATED ENOUGH)? The term complicated refers to timepieces with certain functions orfeatures that are considered top feats of watchmaking. The mostcoveted complications vary depending on personal taste andwatchmaking progress. Among the top categories today aretourbillon watches (expensive, complex mechanical calibers thathouse an escapement, which compensates for errors in timekeepingdue to the effects of gravity), repeater watches that chime the timeon demand via a series of gongs and hammers, and perpetualcalendar watches that can track the day, date,month, year and leap year (and sometimesmoonphases and more) for hundredsof years to come. Some of theworld’s finest complicatedwatches can have waitinglists, but please stop inanyway — we’rehappy to show yousome fabuloustimepieceswhether or notyou plan to buy.

WHAT NEW MATERIALS ARE BEINGUSED IN WATCHMAKING?As watchmakers progress in their quests for innovation, theynaturally turn to other fields, such as the space and automotiveindustries, to see what these state-of-the-art worlds are utilizing.This has led to a wealth of new lightweight, rugged, hypo-allergenic materials being incorporated into wristwatch cases,dials and straps. Among the more interesting materials beingused: high-tech ceramic, carbon fiber, aluminum, titanium andalloys of various elements. These are great new introductions thatare well worth checking out the next time you visit the store.

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WHAT ARE THE CURRENT WATCH TRENDS?One of the most important trends in the watch market today is definitely the proliferationof dual-, triple-, and multi-time zone watches. For today’s global business person, or anybusy traveler, having alternate time zones readily available at the flick of the wrist is almostessential. These timepieces come in a wealth of styles and in an array of price ranges,offering design and technology options for men and women. Chronographs also steal thelimelight with their form-meets-function attitude. A chronograph is a watch that timesmultiple events, and it can be a very useful tool. Another important trend today is themove toward new timepieces for women. These include mechanical and quartz watchesthat offer sophisticated features and functions, like elegant moonphase indications,chronograph counters and calendars.

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Patek Philippe Annual Calendar 18K white gold

$76,900


distinction

Patek Philippe 18K white gold Annual Calendar with

dark brown alligator strap$44,400

Platinum Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day Date II

$62,500

Jaeger-LeCoultre Grande Reverso 976 in

stainless steel with black alligator strap

$7,800


color

Michele Deco Day Diamond stainless steel chronograph

with a yellow strap$1,545

Baume & Mercier Linea stainless steel, mother-of-pearl diamond dial with a red strap

$2,800 (watch)$190 (strap)

TW Steel blackened stainless steel CEO Canteen with black and orange dial

$525


military

Panerai Radiomir Black Seal black ceramic with a

black leather strap$9,600

Bell & Ross green ceramic Aviation with a green

rubber strap$4,500

TW Steel stainless steel Canteen with a brown

leather strap$375


gem addict

Cartier Tank Anglaise with 18K pink gold

and diamonds$32,900

Patek Philippe Calatrava with 18K rose

gold and diamonds $30,800

David Yurman Classic stainless steel with diamonds

$6,200


mechanics

Jaeger-LeCoultre Duometre a Quantieme Lunaire 18K rose gold watch with a brown strap

$38,600

Baume & Mercier XXL Capeland Flyback Chronograph in

stainless steel $7,500

Tag Heuer Calibre 12 Monaco Chronograph stainless steel

blue dial with a blue alligator strap $6,300


FOCUS: PROFILE by Robert Haynes-Peterson

Only a couple of weeks after Hurricane Sandy, when much of lowerManhattan, Brooklyn and New Jersey were still plunged indarkness, TAG Heuer went ahead with its plans for the Manhattan

launch party of its latest Link collection, the Link Lady Trilogy LimitedEdition. Created in conjunction with brand ambassador Cameron Diaz,who attended the event, the Trilogy collection (a limited-edition steel ring,bracelet and watch trio featuring the first automatic watch in the LinkLady line) was already slated to do good: Profits are dedicated to supportUN Women, an organization that advocates for women's rights around theworld. In the wake of Sandy's destructive force, however, the watchcompany knew it must do more.

"Our hearts and prayers go out to the victims of Hurricane Sandy,"TAG Heuer president and CEO Jean-Christophe Babin told the crowd of500 or so, many of whom had flown in from Europe for the event. "Wedecided it was important to help New York Cares with their relief efforts,and we are donating $100 for every guest who is here."

As it happened, actor Leonardo DiCaprio — another TAG Heuerbrand ambassador, whose new Signature Link Calibre 16 Chronograph(with blue dial) will raise funds for Green Cross International and the

Natural Resources Defense Council — was in town filming The Wolf ofWall Street. He bounded on stage to join Diaz and Babin, showering highpraise on the brand. "It's incredible to work with a company that cares somuch, and gives so much. That kind of dedication to service is importantto me, and it's reflected in everything TAG Heuer does."

The Link Lady Trilogy Limited Edition set and Leonardo DiCaprioLink Automatic Chronograph Calibre 16 watch are in stores now. TAG Heuer fans can also enjoy a technological breakthrough this year: theTAG Heuer Mikrogirder. The innovative regulator, which TAG Heuerclaims challenges the 300-year heritage of hairspring/balance wheelmechanical regulation, allows the company to present a highly accuratechronograph, impervious to gravity, with minimal isochronous error.Winner of the 2012 Aiguille d'Or — the top prize in all categories at theGeneva Watchmaking Gran Prix — the Mikrogirder Chronographreplaces the spiral hairspring and classic balance wheel with a couplingbeam and excitatory beam system, paired with a linear oscillator. Thetechnology allows the chronograph accuracy to 5/10,000 of a second,beating 7.2 million times each hour. The design features a anthracite dialand rubber strap, with assymetric case.

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TW Steel 45mm brushed stainless steel case, quartz movement with 3-hand dial, on a

blue, green, red, purple, yellow or turquoise silicon strap, water resistant to 100m

$350

NEW TIMEPIECES

As TW Steel’s new Color Canteen Fashion Collection not-so-subtly suggests, color is the hottest trend for 2013.

Each of these Swiss timepieces makes a fun, personal statement while not breaking the bank.


Once upon a time, everyone whocould grew vegetables in theirown “kitchen” garden, to haveeasy access to good, nutritiousfood and to supplement whatthey could purchase.

Unfortunately, as a civilization, we’ve movedfar away from the land, and most people nowget their fruits and vegetables from giant chainsupermarkets. Most of these fruits and veggiescome from industrial-sized farms, ripen in thetransport truck — instead of in the sun — andhave practically no taste and very littlenutritional value by the time we purchase themin plastic-wrapped packages.

STARTING A DELICIOUS REVOLUTION

The good news: a group of passionate anddedicated food “activists” has launched the

Good Food Movement. The overall goal is to getAmericans to eat healthier by relying more onlocally grown produce with higher nutritionalvalue, all while reducing our global carbonfootprint. In addition, there’s an emphasis onimproving children’s diets, specifically in low-income areas. Because while the number ofsupermarkets with organic produce sections,local farmers’ markets and locavore (organicfood, locally grown) restaurants has increaseddramatically, most inner-city children still live inneighborhoods served only by fast-foodrestaurants and convenience stores.

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4 Harvest from Roger Doiron’s (Kitchen Gardeners International) own

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Alice Waters, of the renowned Berkeley, Californiarestaurant Chez Panisse, with getting the ballrolling,” says Arnell Hinkle, executive director ofCANFIT, an organization that helps communitiesimplement healthy-food programs.

About 15 years ago, over concern for a localpublic school, Waters launched The Edible SchoolyardProject. Through kitchen gardens planted on theirown public school grounds, students across thecountry learn how to plant and harvest organicproduce. The kids are then taught how to makenutritious meals from what they’ve grown.

“We’re calling for a revolution in publiceducation — the ‘Delicious Revolution,’” Watersexplains. “When the hearts and minds of ourchildren are captured by a school lunch curriculumenriched with experience in the garden,sustainability will become the lens through whichthey see the world.”

The Good Food Movement got another boostwhen First Lady Michelle Obama planted a kitchengarden at the White House in 2009. She wasinspired to do so by a grassroots advocacycampaign led by Roger Doiron, director of KitchenGardeners International.

Doiron is a modern-day Pied Piper for thebenefits of kitchen gardens. Knowing that whenEleanor Roosevelt planted a “victory” garden at theWhite House in the 1940s, it inspired 40 percent ofthe U.S. population to follow suit, he figured Mrs.Obama’s enthusiasm for the cause might have asimilar effect.

“The commercially grown foods we’re eatingtoday are significantly less nutritious than they werejust 30 years ago,” Doiron points out. “What we needare millions of people joining the movement byplanting four-season kitchen gardens right in theirown back — or front — yards. This produce provideshealthy meals for families and any excess can bedonated to local food pantries.”

THE IMPORTANCE OF URBAN FARMING

As the population explodes and urban areas continueto encroach on farmland, the ability to grow morenutritious food in less space becomes paramount.

Will Allen, CEO of Growing Power, is anurban-farming guru, admired and revered byeveryone in the Good Food Movement. Allen’smission is to get nutritious, organic food grownwith the smallest environmental impact. Using hismethods, Growing Power’s two-acre urban lot inMilwaukee, Wisconsin, produces enough healthyfood to feed 10,000 people.

Some of these methods include: greenhouses

and “hoop” houses (made from plastic sheeting andplywood) that are composted with the richestfertilizer, verimcompost, made from worms (heatgenerated from the composting process also warmsthe greenhouses in winter); aquaponics, a symbioticmethod of growing certain plants and fish together;and raising crops and animals (bees, chickens, ducks,goats) sustainably, without chemicals.

Growing Power not only raises healthy food in acompact urban space, they run extensive programsfor inner-city and disadvantaged youths to get theminterested in and involved with the process. Theyalso hold workshops and travel around the countrytraining others how to replicate their results.

Allen, winner of a Ford Foundation leadershipgrant, a MacArthur “genius” award, and a spot onMrs. Obama’s “Let’s Move” team, states: “We have tochange where and how food is grown right now,because we are malnourishing ourselves to death.Today, most people live in urban areas, yet manyhave very limited access to healthy, nutritious food.What’s needed is a Good Food Revolution.”

GET ON BOARD THE GOODFOOD REVOLUTION

All of these organizations offer advice, classesand workshops. Kitchen Gardeners Internationalcan help anyone plant a kitchen garden. If youdon’t have the space, find a community gardenwith help from the American CommunityGardening Association. Learn how to get akitchen garden planted at your local public schoolthrough The Edible Schoolyard Project. And, ifyou want to start or join an urban farming projectin your community, attend a Growing Powerworkshop. As Thomas Jefferson said: “Cultivatorsof the earth are the most valuable citizens.”

Learn More: Good Food Movement ResourcesACGA communitygarden.orgCANFIT canfit.orgEdible Schoolyard Project edibleschoolyard.orgGrowing Power growingpower.orgKitchen Gardeners International kgi.orgWindowfarms windowfarms.com

Our Global Kitchen: Food, Nature, Cultureexhibit at the American Museum of NaturalHistory, through August 2013

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Dinner

OutTIVOL Magazine followed Cathy Tivol and her husband, Mark Maslan, to some of their favorite places to eat in Kansas City: Rye and Oklahoma Joe’s Barbecue. A self-described foodie, Cathy’s palate is particular but not preten-tious, as demonstrated in not one, but two dinners that consisted of fried chicken and then a barbe-cue beef sandwich with fries. Mark’s short ribs at Rye — then spicy coleslaw and barbecue chicken at Oklahoma Joe’s — looked equally delicious yet decidedly down-home. What we quickly learned is that an evening out with the Maslans is anything but boring...and certainly not low calorie.

RECIPES


“If Mark and I get a craving for fried chicken,

we go to Rye. They’ve perfected it.”

— Cathy Tivol


Cathy’s Smoked Salmon Tartare Appetizer on Toast PointsServes 4-6

1/2 cup diced good quality smoked salmon2 tsp. small diced red onion3 tsp. capers2 tsp. lemon juice4 tsp. olive oil fresh ground pepper 4 tbsp. sour cream 2 tsp. chopped fresh dill 12-16 toast points Fresh dill sprigs and lemon slices for garnish

In a small bowl, combine sour cream, onion, capers, olive oil and lemon juice and mix. Season with black pepper.

Combine sour cream and dill in separate bowl.

Top each toast point (I use thin Pepperidge Farm) with about 1/2 tbsp. or more of salmon mixture and add small dollop of dill and sour cream. Arrange on a pretty platter (I like a solid color) and garnish with lemon and dill sprigs. As a change from toast points, I like to use a sturdy potato chip as the base.


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Cathy’s Yummy Blue Cheese Coleslaw1-1/2 cups mayonnaise1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup Dijon mustardScant 1/2 cup cider vinegar (I like it between 1/3 - 1/2) 1/4 cup buttermilk 3/4 tbsp. celery seed 1/2 tbsp. kosher salt1/2 tsp. black pepper 7-1/2 cups thinly sliced red cabbage2 green bell peppers thinly sliced 2 cups carrots grated2 cups blue cheese, crumbled

Combine all ingredients in big bowl. Stir well and refrigerate until chilled.


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T he Margarita continues to rank as one of the country’smost popular cocktails, according to the Distilled SpiritsCouncil of the U.S. (DISCUS), as well as a perenniallypopular resort option. Fortunately, today’s drinker hasan unprecedented range of premium and super-premium tequila options from which to choose, whethersipped, shot or mixed into a drink. Casa Dragones is a

super-premium, limited-production blend of blanco (aged two to six months)and extra añejo (aged five years) tequilas, designed for refined, smoothsipping. It’s made in small batches and bottled in individually engraved,signed and numbered crystal decanters. “For us, it’s one bottle at a time,” saysco-founder and maestra tequilera Bertha Gonzalez Nieves, “and we neverwant to change that.” At about $300 a bottle, it’s not for shooting. Instead,it’s for sipping and is part of what could be called a Third Wave of Tequila inthe U.S. (Jose Cuervo representing our introduction to the agave-based spiritin the 1960s and ’70s, Patron/Sauza/El Tesoro taking us further along thejourney in the ’80s and ’90s, and today’s artisanal and luxury productsexpanding our horizons yet again).

Most of the flexibility in tequila production involves the fine points ofharvesting agave hearts, or piñons, how and how long the piñons are cooked,and specific distillation techniques. Blending differently aged batches, asCasa Dragones does, is a relatively new twist, one which Maestro Dobel

Single Estate tequila ($45) claims to have mastered first. A clear, colorlessblend of various aged tequilas, Dobel is unexpectedly earthy on the palate,in part due to the use of Balkan oak. Don Julio, meanwhile, launched itsAñejo 70 Claro ($70) in late 2011. Not a blend of aged tequilas, rather aclarified and filtered añejo, the result is a clear, colorless juice like a blanco,with the toasted oak and dusty sugar notes of an aged spirit.

Perhaps the most interesting experimentation happening with tequilainvolves barrel choices. Most brands employ new oak or used bourbonbarrels (the way most Scotch whisky does) during the aging process, buta few are exploring sherry casks, port barrels and more. DeLeon, aGuanajuato-based spirits brand, launched Leona on December 21 last year(the “end of the world” on the Mayan calendar). It was the first in a seriesof high-end, limited-edition “reserva” releases from the brand. FounderBrent Hocking says, “We were lucky to have purchased extra Sauternesbarrels used in finishing our añejo expression. While going through thewarehouse, we decided to experiment and see what would happen if weleft some to sit.” Taking the tequila to the aging “edge” of the añejoclassification (34 months), the resulting liquor is sweet, rich and complexand, quite simply, one of the most intriguing tequilas on the market. At$825, it had better be good of course, but Leona is no vanity project. It’sdefinitive proof that tequila has potential, as a fine spirit, far beyond bodyshots at spring break.

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