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John Hardy:
Natural Flair
Rolex Reaches
New Heights
Dazzling
Yellow Diamonds
Cleveland
on the Rise
Beauty in Black
PENNY
PREVILLE
“My original inspirations were my mother and grandmother.”
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e hope you enjoy the fourth edition of the Alson Jewelers Magazine! Creating our
magazine allows us to reflect on the many wonderful experiences and memories shared with
our customers each year. In an often fast-paced world, Alson Jewelers prides itself on remaining
steadfast in our commitment to creating a warm and personal experience for every individual
who walks through our door. Times may change, but our dedication to the very best in customer service and attention never will. We are thankful for those who patron our store, and feel
honored to be part of the Cleveland community. To show our appreciation, we have partnered
with many local charitable organizations and area improvement programs to give back to this
community that we are proud to call home. We are committed to both our customers and
community and dedicated to creating a shopping experience that allows those who visit Alson
Jewelers to enter as customers but leave as members of the Alson family.
Chad, Stefanie, Jill, & David Schreibman
Our special relationships with world renowned designers allow us to stay ahead of the latest trends in jewelry design and timepiece innovations.
You’ll see many of these spectacular new designs in our showcases for the holidays. Alson Jewelers offers the most prestigious brands including Baume
& Mercier, TAG Heuer, Rolex, Cartier, David Yurman, Roberto Coin, John Hardy, and IPPOLITA. Our family of jewelry experts is committed to
sharing their knowledge, expertise, and guidance in offering each customer an exceptional value with unsurpassed quality. Our magazine offers you
a preview of what you’ll find in our store this holiday season, we hope you enjoy it.
May this coming year be one of good health, joyous occasions and prosperity.
Thank you for being a loyal, lifelong customer; we are grateful for your patronage.
We look forward to seeing you this holiday season!
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4 Welcome
26 Dazzling Yellow Diamonds
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7 Clé de Cartier
28 Profile: Roberto Coin
44 9 Benefits of Practicing Yoga
10 Store Event: Marco Bicego
30 The Rolex Cellini ­
46 John Hardy: Natural Flair
11 Alson Gives Back
32 Soft and Feminine
48 Beauty in Black
12 Giftware
33 Wedding Belles
50 Tech: APPropos
13 Connect wtih Alson Jewelers
34 Hot Trend: Diamonds
52 Roberto Coin: Black Jade
14 Rolex Reaches New Heights
36 Hot Trend: Cuffs
54 Don’t Lose That Sparkle
18 Profile: Penny Preville
38 Hot Trend: Gold
56 Put Your Best Ring Forward
20 Man About Town
40 Hot Trend: Necklaces
58 Guardians of the Estate
22 Cleveland on the Rise
41 Hot Trend: Rings
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Hot Trend: Bracelets
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Todd Tufts • Editor in Chief/Publisher/Creative Director
Carol Besler • Assistant Editorial Director
Vence Vida • Production Manager/Designer
Kyle Boyer • Art Director
Stephen Lewis • Assistant Copy Editor
Larry Stuart • Designer
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Clé de
A future icon takes its place among the classic timepiece collections
Cartier has a proven track record when it comes to designing watches that achieve iconic status. From the Tank
and the Santos, both introduced in the early 1900s, to the Ballon Bleu and Calibre de Cartier, introduced only a few
years ago, the company’s designs are recognized worldwide as treasured icons or modern classics. They are preferred
by celebrities and royalty, but also by aficionados with a taste for fine craftsmanship.
The Clé de Cartier with a 35 mm
diameter, fully set with diamonds
in 18k white gold.
The Clé de Cartier with a 40
mm diameter, in 18k white gold
with a bracelet.
The Clé de Cartier with a 31 mm
diameter and a diamond-set bezel
in 18k rose gold.
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The Clé de Cartier is available in
several sizes and is suitable for both
men and women.
When Cartier introduces a new collection, as it did earlier this year at the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie in Geneva, it is big
news in the watch world. The new Clé de Cartier is a full collection that is perfectly suited for both men and women, which is a hallmark of
Cartier timepieces. The Clé de Cartier looks perfect on a woman’s wrist in smaller sizes or dressed with diamonds and is equally appropriate
on men (or women) in larger sizes. The Clé de Cartier is distinctive for its shaped case: a circle within an elegantly curved oval.
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The watch retains all the codes of
Cartier, including railroad-style
chapter ring, Roman numerals, and
the flinqué engraved inner dial. The
crown is designed to resemble a key,
hence the name (clé is French for key).
To wind and set the watch, it is first
turned, as you would turn a key. Its
sizeable dimensions and elongated
shape make the crown easy to handle.
It is adorned with a sapphire that is not
set in the classic manner, but inserted
flush with the metal surrounding it.
Cartier developed a new movement
for the Clé: the automatic Caliber
1847 MC, with a dual-direction
winding system, a date indicator at 6
o’clock, and a 42-hour power reserve.
The numeral “1847” refers to the year
of the Maison’s creation. The watch
is available in 18k rose or white gold,
with a pavé version and a diamond
bezel option. It is available in 31 mm,
35 mm, and 40 mm sizes.
Actress Olivia Palermo sporting
the new Clé de Cartier.
store happenings
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Marco Bicego makes a rare Appearance in the United States, spending
and evening with Alson Jewelers
Designer Penny
Preville with
David & Jill
Schreibman by
her side.
Representatives
From Each
Watch Brand
During the
Alson Test
Drive a Watch,
Test Drive a
Tesla Car Event
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here. Thank you so much for your support, and we hope we helped make a difference.
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Rolex
Reaches New Heights
Rolex thrills collectors with a new caliber
and a special Yacht-Master
The new Day-Date 40
model in platinum,
with an ice-blue dial. It
contains the new Rolex
Caliber 3255.
Rolex
unveiled
some
new-generation
models and a new-generation movement
this year at Baselworld. The movement,
Caliber 3255, exceeds the standard set by
the Swiss Official Chronometer Testing
Institute (COSC), establishing a new
level of chronometric performance for
Rolex watches. The movement, backed
by 14 patents, represents improvements
in precision, power reserve, resistance to
The Rolex Oyster
Perpetual Datejust
Pearlmaster in yellow
gold with 48 baguette-cut
sapphires in a blue to
green gradient of colors.
shocks and magnetism, and reliability.
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The new movement is being used in the latest iteration of the
gold (Everose, as Rolex calls its proprietary alloy) with a ceramic
brand’s most prestigious model, the Oyster Perpetual Day-Date,
(Cerachrom) bezel. Previously, the Yacht-Master was available
known as the “presidents’ watch” thanks to the well-known and
only in stainless steel, with a platinum bezel. It is also the first
eminent figures who have adopted it. The new Day-Date models,
Rolex with a black dial. But even more surprising is the elastomer
in platinum or 18k gold, are available with a variety of new dials.
(synthetic rubber) strap, another first. It’s called Oysterflex, and
The dials on the platinum versions of any Rolex are always ice-blue
is made of a very soft, flexible elastomer with an internal cushion
in color, and this one is no exception.
system that makes it extremely well fitting and comfortable. The
A similar new movement is being used in the latest gem-set
rubber is fitted over metal blades made of a titanium and nickel
models of the Datejust Pearlmaster for ladies in a new 39 mm
alloy, so you get the strength of metal and the comfort of rubber.
size, in 18k yellow or white gold. The bezels of these models are
The Yacht-Master 40 has the same cyclops window and Mercedes
set with a color gradient of 48 baguette-cut sapphires — blue to
hands, as well as the same movement, Caliber 3135, as the previous
fuchsia pink, blue to green, or orange to yellow.
Yacht-Master.
The new Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master in 18k gold with a black
The Oyster Perpetual Lady-Datejust was also updated this year,
dial was the talk of the Baselworld fair, where it was introduced
with a redesigned case, enlarged to 28mm, and a new movement,
earlier this year. The Yacht-Master has been in the Rolex line since
the automatic Caliber 2236, which is fitted with a Rolex-patented
1992, but this model is a first in three ways. The case is 18k rose
Syloxi hairspring in silicon for superior chronometric performance.
The Oyster Perpetual Lady-Datejust 28 was updated this year, with a redesigned case, enlarged to 28mm, and a new movement, the automatic Caliber 2236.
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Many of the world’s top athletes have served
as Rolex ambassadors, and the brand is associated
with key sporting events, including Wimbledon
Tennis, the US Open Golf Championship, and
Formula 1 racing. In the equestrian world, the
company is a sponsor of the Rolex Grand Slam of
Show Jumping: CHIO Aachen, the CSIO Spruce
Meadows Masters Tournament, and CHI Geneva.
Rolex is also a sponsor of several yachting events,
including the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup and the Rolex
Swan Cup — both off the coast of Sardinia —
­ the
Rolex Fastnet Race in the Celtic Sea, and the Rolex
Sydney Hobart Yacht Race in Australia. Brand
ambassadors include champion golfers Adam Scott
and Tiger Woods, racing legend Tom Kristensen,
tennis great Roger Federer, yachtsman Paul Cayard,
and equestrian Meredith Michaels-Beerbaum.
The new Yacht-Master,
with a black dial,
ceramic bezel, and
elastomer strap.
Rolex has introduced
several new versions of the
Oyster Perpetual, with new
dials and new sizes.
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Penny Preville Triangle
Necklace, 18K White
Gold, $2,190
Penny Preville Small
Starburst Necklace, 18K
White Gold, $1,990
Designer Profile:
Penny Preville
of Penny Preville Fine Jewelry
“My
original inspirations were my mother and grandmother. My mother
was an artist, an interior designer, and an antique dealer. My grandmother painted Art Nouveau
motifs on Limoges Porcelain. Art and creativity surrounded me as a child. I used to visit my
grandmother every Sunday. I would sneak into her room, where she kept a beautiful jewelry
box that looked like a bejeweled treasure chest. Inside, I found gemstones, jewelry creations
from Cartier, Tiffany, Van Cleef, and others. Each piece represented a
story from my grandmother’s life. That was the beginning of my
love affair with jewelry. Today, I’m inspired by the world
around me. I study past and present cultures and ancient
civilizations, along with nature, the arts, and fashion. I
romance these elements, making them feel fresh for
a contemporary woman. The results are reflected in
my Art Deco and Edwardian designs, as well as in
Penny Preville Stiletto Deco
Earring, 18K White Gold, $4,490
design elements incorporated into all my creations.”
Penny Preville Pave Diamond Triangle
Earring, 18K White Gold, $2,090
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Mixed metals, precious gems, and cuff bracelets are dominating men’s jewelry
Men stepped out of the recession with bag on hip and bracelet on wrist, proclaimed The
New York Times in 2012, and since then, accessories have become even more important to
the modern man, as his perception of fashion continues to grow.
“The recession has taught men that looking fashionable can be
a key component to getting and keeping a job,” says
jewelry stylist and TV host, Michael O’Connor.
“Accessories give men more opportunities to
make a personal statement on traditional
fashion. Men are feeling more confident
about experimenting, realizing they have
more options available to them than ever.”
Smart designers and otherwise iconic
female brands caught the news early that men’s
jewelry was on the rise and have been building on
John Hardy Men’s Classic Chain Bead Bracelet,
Sterling Silver, Featuring 8MM Turquoise with Black
Matrix Beads, $350
the category recently. O’Connor recognizes artists like John
Hardy and David Yurman as pioneers.
John Hardy Men’s Classic Chain Bead Bracelet,
Sterling Silver Featuring 8MM Red Coral Beads, $325
When it comes to fashion accessories, expressing individual style for a reasonable
price is now more possible than ever. Designers today are using a broad range of
materials including alternative metals, leathers, and exotic stones.
David Yurman Chevron Signet
Ring, 18K Yellow Gold &
Sterling Silver, $825
David Yurman Forged
Diamond Ring, 18K yellow
Gold & Sterling Silver, $3,200
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John Hardy Men’s Classic Chain
Square Cufflinks, Sterling Silver
and Featuring Turquoise with
Black Matrix, $695
David Yurman
Skull Cuff Links
in Sterling Silver,
$650
CLEVELAND
ON THE RISE
cleveland is in the midst of a profound
renaissance, and it’s no accident.
In the past several years, there has been a shift in
Cleveland — not only as a city, but also as a people. It
started slowly, with jobs returning to the region and the
addition of new, exciting restaurants and, followed by
a buzz of activity in the form of civic cleanup efforts,
new festivals and events. Now, there is a definite sense of
pride as many recognize that this is a new Cleveland.
Joe Marinucci, President and CEO of Downtown
Cleveland Alliance, has seen it all first hand. Back in
early 2011, demolition and construction for Cleveland’s
state-of-the-art convention center and Global Center
for Health Innovation began. For the first time in years,
Clevelanders were seeing cranes downtown.
“That was, in my mind, the tipping point,” Marinucci
says. “I think people saw cranes as a symbol of reinvestment.”
And it continued on an upward trajectory from there.
The impact of investment
Some may remember the mid-nineties as a time when
Cleveland rose high just to fall again shortly after. But
Cleveland has picked itself up by its bootstraps many
times before, and this time, there’s staying power.
“What really sets this time apart from false starts of
the last 30 years is the quantity of small and mid-sized
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projects taking place,” says David Gilbert, President and CEO of Destination Cleveland,
the Greater Cleveland Sports Commission, and the Cleveland 2016 Host Committee
(for the Republican National Convention).
Joe Roman, CEO of the Greater Cleveland Partnership, agrees. “Hotels, housing and
waterfront projects are dominating our cityscape at this time,” he says. “The momentum
is palpable, and nothing is dependent on one developer or investor, which is good to
maintain a growing portfolio.”
Furthermore, the improvements aren’t based on one or two passing events, but rather,
private investment is spurring a lasting revitalization, Gilbert says.
Gilbert points to visionaries like Sam McNulty, who has opened several
establishments in the Ohio City neighborhood, including Market Garden Brewery.
McNulty’s investments and those of others like him have transformed West 25 th
Street into a vibrant craft brewery and nightlife scene. Then there’s Scott Wolstein’s
multi-phase development project in the Flats East Bank, which is mid-way through
completion and has Cleveland residents and tourists alike already flocking to the new
restaurants and bars.
The city is also taking strides to improve local and visitor experiences through other
major visible projects. Perhaps the most well-known is the $35 million investment to
revitalize Public Square. James Corner Field Operation, the architects behind New York
City’s High Line park, has been tapped to bring to life the vision for a modern-day public
space that focuses on people.
“Public Square in many ways has been our historic front porch,” Marinucci says. “We
really think that when Public Square opens in 2016, one, it will be a very inviting space,
two, it will be extremely well programmed, and three, it will become the iconic center
of the city and region.”
The design is for a four-quadrant park that can be used throughout the year, with a
landscape that includes colorful plants and pedestrian pathways as well as green spaces
for gatherings and events.
Marinucci says that programming is still in the works for Public Square but will
include a weekly food truck day for 22 weeks of the year, the return of the city’s
Farmer’s Market, live music events, and a full service restaurant with 70 indoor seats
and 70 outdoor seats.
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The hotel sector is another area that has experienced significant
investment in recent years, including the development of the Kimpton
Hotel, the Drury Plaza Hotel, and the Hilton Cleveland Downtown, all
which will be completed in 2016.
“The Hilton will be a convention-size hotel, which is the first time
we’ll have a hotel of that size,” Marinucci says. “We’ll have the hotels,
the convention center, and the global center, so essentially we have a base
to attract large-scale conventions to downtown in a way that we haven’t
had for about 20 years.”
This 600-room hotel gives Cleveland the capacity to bring in more
business travelers, which is great for the economy because conventiongoers spend about $450 per day, Marinucci says. Retail, dining, and hotel
business all benefit from travelers coming in for conventions as well as
those who visit for leisure.
Continuing improvements
Investment will continue in the years to come. “For the next five years,
we’re going to continue to look at ways that we can connect assets in
downtown Cleveland. We’ve got some great districts. Now we’ve got
to make sure that we physically — whether it’s through public art or
landscape architecture — connect those,” Marinucci says.
A major project that is currently in the planning stage is a pedestrian
bridge connecting the malls (Mall A, Mall B and Mall C) to North Coast
Harbor downtown. The project is currently going through revamped
design and reconfigurations and will be rebid. The bridge is expected to
be completed in early 2017.
Beyond the large projects, the city is seeing improvements to the
visitor and local experience in the form of beautification efforts, an
increased retail presence, and a boost in job availability.
Marinucci sees a correlation between the growth and strength within
the downtown market and the strength of Ohio City, Tremont, and
surrounding areas. “The stronger the relationships we can create with
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those areas, the stronger that urban core becomes,” he says. “We know
that the adjoining neighborhoods create a unified market area and the
residents, businesses and all benefit from it.”
That momentum and unification has started a ripple effect across the
Greater Cleveland area, according to Roman.
“Five years ago you could already see the momentum building, but it’s
part of our everyday living today,” he says. “And it goes beyond just
downtown; there’s new activity and confidence in Detroit Shoreway,
Collinwood, University Circle and many other neighborhoods.”
A change in attitude
Recently, Cleveland has gained national attention thanks to LeBron
James’ return in 2014 injecting energy and pride into the city. At the
same time, Cleveland was selected as the host of the 2016 Republican
National Convention, which will be a huge boon for the city’s economy.
“Generally, there is far more good news happening in the community
than bad news, and people recognize that,” Gilbert says. “The biggest and
most important change in the community right now is a significant sense
of self-confidence by locals. And that’s not something we’ve seen before.”
Gilbert recalls that even in the last upswing in the nineties,
Clevelanders didn’t seem to have that pride for the city. Today, residents
and visitors are flocking to specialty Cleveland clothing stores, buying
t-shirts that espouse their love of their town with phrases like, “I liked
Cleveland before it was cool,” or “CleveLAND that I love.”
For those who are deeply involved or witnessing the revitalization of
Cleveland up close, it’s almost dizzying to see the extreme difference
just a few years has made. And it’s certainly thrilling to know what is
continuing to come together in the near future.
“We have a lot of good people working in the same direction, and in
some ways, that’s part and parcel to the success we see in our community
in the last several years, and I don’t see that changing in the next five
years,” Marinucci says. “I think it will probably accelerate.”
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for the TUDOR Fastrider Chrono, the most recent manifestation
of TUDOR’s partnership with legendary motorcycle manufacturer
Ducati. Inspired by the free spirit of the famous Scrambler motorbike,
this new chronograph is a traveling companion that is both technical
and joyful.
TUDOR FASTRIDER
Self-winding mechanical movement, waterproof to 150 m, 42 mm
steel case, ceramic bezel. Visit tudorwatch.com and explore more.
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Dazzling
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Natural colored diamonds are rare and therefore unique, which means
jewelry containing them makes a statement about its owner
Diamonds are the hardest of all gemstones and
purer and more saturated colors are usually the
therefore reflect light with a brilliance that outshines
rarest, most costly, and most desirable.
all others. Among these, colored diamonds have
Yellow diamonds are brilliant and vibrant,
emerged as a favorite, particularly among jewelry
and stand out from the rest, which makes them a
lovers who like to assert their individuality. Colored
favorite on the Red Carpet. Celebrities including
diamonds are rare, but yellow diamonds are among
Jennifer Lopez, January Jones, and Kim Kardashian
the most readily available natural colored diamonds
have all worn big yellow diamonds. Even Elton John
on the market. Yet even these are rare: for every
is reported to be the owner of a 25-carat yellow
colored diamond found, there are at least 10,000
diamond ring.
colorless ones.
Yellow diamonds are growing in popularity as
The standard diamond color grading scale for
center diamonds in engagement rings as well. They
diamonds was developed by the Gemological
work well in vintage designs, where they sparkle
Institute of America. When the color is very intense,
with a special brilliance that stands out from the
it is classified as a fancy colored diamond. For fancy
rest. The beauty of a yellow diamond is that, as the
colored diamonds,
most common of colored diamonds, it is affordable,
the deeper,
but rare enough that you won’t see one on every
woman walking down the aisle.
Alson Signature Collection
Engagement Ring, 4.42Ct.
Natural Fancy Yellow Radiant
Diamond, Accented with Two
Trapezoid Diamonds, 18K White
and Yellow Gold, $139,800
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Alson Signature Collection Split Shank
Engagement Ring with Halo, 2.04Ct. Radiant
Shaped Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond, 18K
White and Yellow Gold, $44,780
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Alson Signature Collection Necklace, 18K
Yellow and White Gold, 22 Oval Fancy Yellow
Diamonds, 88 Princess Cut Diamonds, 724
Round Diamonds, $118,870
Alson Signature Collection Earrings,
with Two Oval Shape Fancy Intense
Yellow Diamonds, $42,680
How to buy a colored diamond
Three of the most important factors impacting the price of a natural color
diamond are strength of color, rarity of color, and size. Strength of color: The color intensity of a natural colored diamond can
be graded as Fancy Light, Fancy, Fancy Intense, or Fancy Vivid — with Fancy
Vivid constituting the highest grade. The stronger the intensity of a colored
diamond, the higher the value will be.
Rarity of color: The rarity of a colored diamond will affect its price. The
more common colors, such as gray, brown, and yellow, will generally have a lower
Alson Signature
Collection, 18K Two
Tone White and Yellow
Diamond Drop Earrings,
$23,890
cost than rarer colors, such as pink, blue, green, purple, and orange, which occur
less frequently in nature. The rarest known and most expensive color of all is red.
Size: Large colored diamonds are extremely rare. This makes them exponentially
more expensive.
Alson Signature Collection Bracelet, Twenty Oval Shape
Natural Yellow Diamonds, Accented Round Diamonds,
set in 18K White and Yellow Gold, $43,480
Alson Signature
Collection Micro Pave
Halo Engagement Ring,
18K White and Yellow
Gold, Featuring a 2.01
Carat Oval Fancy Yellow
Diamond, $23,600
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Designer Profile:
Roberto Coin
of Roberto Coin Jewelry
Roberto Coin with Marion Cotillard.
“Inspiration is one of my favorite words. It usually comes to me in
different ways from my travels, from my own culture and from my curiosity.
I pay attention to all fashion shows and the way women dress in different
countries. I pay attention to arts and to nature and the animal world. I am always
very attentive to understanding what is missing in the market and moving my
creativity towards that but always following the fashion world. During 2014 and
this year, the custumers were looking for innovative total gold look collections
with a fresh style and an antique soul. This has been my mood of inspiration
for many of the most important current collections like Pois Moi, Golden Gate,
Princess and New Barocco. They are all extremely modern in design but with a
retro touch in the overall look.”
Cuff with woven gold threads and floral patterns
set with diamonds, all hand-finished, from the
Princess collection, $18,500
Yellow gold ring from the Golden
Gate collection. The design is
inspired by San Francisco’s
Golden Gate bridge, $2,100
Diamond Earrings From
the Princess Collection,
18K Yellow Gold, $6,300
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The Rolex Cellini
SETTING A STANDARD OF LUXURY
When people think of Rolex, they often think of the iconic sports
The 39mm cases in the Cellini collection are made of 18k white
watches that have brought the company global recognition — the
or Everose gold, cast by Rolex in its own foundry. A characteristic
Oyster series of chronographs, regatta timers, and record-setting
feature is the double bezel, domed on the inside and delicately
dive watches. But Rolex has another, more classical side: the Cellini.
fluted on the outside.
This collection of dress watches is a contemporary interpretation of
Vintage features include the slightly domed caseback and the
classic watch design that combines the best of Rolex know-how and
flared shape of the screw-down crown. The dials are either lacquered
the refinements of timeless design. The name of the collection is
or embellished with a black or a silver-plated classic “rayon flammé
inspired by Italian Renaissance artist Benvenuto Cellini, who was a
de la gloire” guilloché motif and adorned with gold applique hour
goldsmith and a sculptor to the popes. The designs pay tribute to the
markers.
clean lines and harmonious proportions of monumental architecture.
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There are three models separated according to
function. Cellini Time models track hours, minutes, and
seconds. The Cellini Date includes an added date window
to the mix, in an elegant subdial. Cellini Dual Time
models feature dual time zones and a day/night indicator.
All contain high-precision automatic movements
manufactured by Rolex, and all are chronometer rated,
which means they have passed a series of tests that
guarantee the ultimate accuracy and reliability.
Nothing about the Cellini line is over-embellished or
over-sized. They are available only on alligator leather
straps in either black or brown. The dial is restricted to the
timeless codes of fine watchmaking, including elongated
Roman numerals, stretched applied hour markers, and
two-edged, sword-style hands. The minute track has been
moved closer to the inside of the dial, intersecting the
numerals at the halfway point, to make the time easy to
read. All of these elements combine to make the Rolex
Cellini the ultimate watch for daily wear.
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Soft and feminine
Marco Bicego’s yellow gold jewelry is
natural, understated and seductive
There is nothing like the softness of yellow gold. It is the
ultimate feminine jewelry statement, classic and timeless.
It works with vintage styles, and vintage dresses, which is
important today, as vintage-themed weddings are very much
in style right now.
Yellow gold is more subtle than other gold colors, and
it is also more natural. There is no such thing as naturally
occurring rose, white, or green gold. Gold itself is only
one color: yellow. Any other color is produced by mixing
pure 24k yellow gold with other metals, creating alloys,
or mixes of metals. Adding copper, for example, produces
rose gold. Adding nickel or palladium creates white gold.
Yellow gold is mixed with traces of nickel, copper, and
zinc, which make it stronger and slightly lighter in color
than pure gold. It is ideal for jewelry.
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Marco Bicego’s new Lunaria collection epitomizes the
femininity of soft yellow gold. The collection is inspired
by the translucent, disc-shaped seed pods of the Lunaria
flower. This unique, organic shape is beautifully interpreted
by Bicego with petal-like disks of gold linked by chains. The
surfaces of the pods are engraved using the brand’s signature
Bulino technique, a satin finish that lends itself particularly
well to the motif because it creates an organic look, an
essential expression of the Marco Bicego style.
Each delicate, 18k gold petal-like element is surrounded
by a carefully forged frame that is given a contrasting high
polish for an even closer resemblance to the Lunaria pod of
nature. The collection includes necklaces, rings, bracelets, and
earrings, some of which incorporate precious gemstones cut in
slices to repeat the shape of the flat, petal-like gold elements.
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happily ever after
wedding belles
Alson has attended more weddings than anyone else in Cleveland. Here are a few
bride and grooms who said “I do” this past year, with a diamond from Alson, of course!
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rocking the trend
Alson Signature
Collection 18K White
Gold Inside/Outside
Diamond Hoop
Earrings, $8,860
Alson Signature
Collection, Platinum
and Diamond
Necklace, $84,600
Alson Signature
Collection Diamond
Band, 18K White Gold,
$12,980
Bez Ambar Blaze Matrix
Round Necklace, 18K
White Gold, $9,790
Alson Signature Collection,
Flexible Seven Row Design,
18K White Gold and Diamond
Cuff Bracelet 19.19cts Total
Weight, $39,898
Alson Signature Collection Diamond
Split Shank Ring, 18K White Gold,
with Diamonds, $2,380
For the How to Train Your Dragon 2′ premiere, Naomi
Watts paired her stunning custom Marchesa dress with
Bulgari’s diamond serpenti necklace with a large pear drop
suspended down her back.
DIAMONDS
are still a girl’s best friend
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While the princess cut
diamond reigns supreme,
the cushion cut diamond
is quick to follow along
with vintage cut and fancy
colored diamonds this year.
200-year-old London-based
auction house Bonham’s
has proclaimed 2015 as the
“year of colored gemstones.”
The recent fall runways
highlighted the key trends
set to inspire fine diamond
jewelry collections. Raid
the family jewels or invest in
pear-cut diamonds, super-sized
stone drop earrings, brooches,
and dress rings to channel the
new antique trend.
Colored diamonds are now in
demand. Just ask pop star
Nicki Minaj and others who
have recently sported yellow,
blue, and pink diamond rings.
marcobicego.com
rocking the trend
Roberto Coin Spiga
Diamond Cuff
Bracelet,18K Yellow
and White Gold, with
Diamonds, $6,800
Cuff from the Pois Moi
collection by Roberto Coin,
in 18k rose gold, with white
diamond pavé detail, $49,000
M.C.L Designed
Butterfly Wide Cuff
Bracelet, Fashioned
in Wood and Sterling
Silver with Metallic
Blue and Black
Enamel, Featuring
Mixed Berry Round
Sapphires, $480
John Hardy Silver
Palu Disc Flex Cuff
Bracelet, in Sterling
Silver, $1,295
David Yurman 10MM
Renaissance Cuff
Bracelet, Blackened
Sterling Silver, $975
M.C.L. Designed
Butterfly Cuff
Bracelet, Fashioned
in Horn with Hand
Dipped Orange
Lacquer and Sterling
Silver with Orange
and Pink Enamel,
with Round Black
Sapphires, $510
CUFF
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Cuff bracelets are still around,
but with bolder elements.
Moving down to the wrist,
we’ve seen the cuff grow
in popularity over the past
few years. For fall, designers
showed a new range of finefashion styles adorned with
diamonds and precious gems.
Whether encrusted with
pavé diamonds or using a
giant stone as the centerpiece,
these cuffs make opulence
look effortless.
The sleek and minimalist
cuffs are rocking fall’s
runways from Milan
to NYC.
rocking the trend
Feather Necklace with
Diamonds, $1,190
David Yurman Labyrinth
Diamond Bracelet, 18K
Yellow Gold, $19,500
Alson Signature
Collection Ring, 18K
Yellow Gold, 4.89 Ct.
Faceted Cushion
Moonstone, with
Diamonds, $5,570
Roberto Demeglio Stretch Necklace,
18K Yellow Gold, Diamond Tube Station
with Round Diamonds, $4,300
Earrings from the Lunaria collection
by Marco Bicego, $1,530
Alson Signature Collection Open
Bar Link Bangle, 18K Yellow Gold,
with Round Diamonds, $10,980
GOLD
the new bargain is
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Yellow gold is back, and
back big. Thanks to the
resurgent fashion styles
of the ’70s and ’80s, the
warmth of yellow gold
completes bold ensembles
like nothing else. It fits!
Go big or go home, you
say? Gold prices have
dropped 33 percent in
two years, resulting in
a return to the beloved
mineral as witnessed at
recent Golden Globe and
Oscar award shows. In
short — stock up...like
our friend Heidi Klum,
shown here in chunky
yellow gold earrings!
brumani.com
rocking the trend
Roberto Coin
Necklace, 18K Rose
Gold, Featuring a
15.55ct Mother of
Pearl, Accented with
Diamonds, $4,980
Alson Designed
Necklace, 14K
Yellow Gold, Six
Square White
Quartz, and Eighty
Round Diamonds,
$3,480
Ippolita Rock Candy
Muse Eleven Stone
Necklace, Fashioned
in 18K Yellow Gold,
Measuring 36” in
Length, $4,995
Lattice Bead
Necklace,18K Rose
Gold, with Diamonds,
$5,190
“LOVE” Necklace, Fashioned
in Sterling Silver, $398
Ippolita Stella Necklace,
Sterling Silver, Featuring
a Round Black Onyx, with
Round Diamonds, $1,795
Donna Karan Atelier dress and Amrapali jewelry shown
here on the lovely Sofia Vergara.
NECKLACE
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If you don’t have a few yet,
then it is time you jumped on
the train they call the “statement necklace.” Also hot for
this season are bibs, chokers,
and long and short pendant
and station numbers.
This season, rules are made
to be broken. Although necklines are moving up, layering
is so in play, opening up a lot
of options for fun looks.
’70s-inspired fashions take off
with a slim-chained pendant
necklace. Baroque and floral
motifs connect the modern
you with the recent past.
the trend
Sapphire, Emerald
& Diamond Ring,
$26,600
Alson Signature Collection Cushion
Shape Prasiolite Ring Accented with
Tsavorite and Diamonds, 18K White Gold
with Black Rhdoium, $4,960
Alson Signature Collection Ring,
18K White Gold with Black
Rhodium, Featuring a 7.00 Ct.
Cushion Shaped Blue Topaz,
Accented with Twenty Round
Orange Sapphires, & Round
Diamonds, $4,380
RINGS
rule
Deco City Block Ring, Fashioned in Blackened
Sterling Silver with Oil Orange Enamel, 9.85ct
Emerald Cut Blue Topaz, Round Yellow Sapphires,
Designed by M.C.L., $680
Alson Signature Collection Ring, 18K
White Gold, 1.44 Ct. Oval Emerald, With
Four Pear Shaped Diamonds, & Fifty-Two
Round Diamonds, $19,780
Multiples. One of the biggest
accessory trends for 2015 is
wearing multiple rings on a
single hand, often with double
rings stuck to one another.
Double pearl rings with
yellow gold provide incredible
pop. Rings with double bands
around the pinkie and ring
fingers push the edge. Multiple
fingers as well as hand
bracelets are simply divine. Or
go with one big statement ring
for high impact.
rocking the trend
Designed by Penny Preville,
Engraved Diamond Bangle,
$7,570 along with a Diamond
Feather Bangle Bracelet, $6,990,
both in 18K Yellow Gold
Bracelets by Astley
Clarke with assorted
beads and charms.
Starting at $160
Roberto Coin Pois Moi
Diamond Double Bangle,
18K Rose Gold, $8,000
Magnetic Bangle Bracelet,
Fashioned in Red Bakelite and
18K Yellow Gold, Featuring
a 45.00 Carat Howlite, and
Diamond, $4,480.
BRACELET
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Hello, ’80s!
Madonna-style layering
and bangles are finding
their way into fine, as
well as fashion, jewelry,
and so are the bolder,
geometric looks of that
era. But layering is really
the cool factor for our
clients going forward.
We like the juxtasposition of layering opposing
colors and textures and
mixing it up this season,
like Gwyneth Paltrow
has done here.
health & fitness
Charlize Theron • Robert Downey Jr. • Jennifer Aniston
Adam Levine • Joe Johnson • Alessandra Ambrosio What do all of these celebrities have in common (besides being A-list actors, musicians, athletes, and supermodels)? They all swear by yoga. And their physical appearance and mental aptitude enthusiastically scream the benefits associated with practicing yoga.
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Benefits of Practicing Yoga
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But are you aware of the benefits? Do you know why these celebrities (and countless others) swear by
it? Or why over 15 million Americans (both male and female) practice yoga each year?
Contrary to popular belief, yoga is not just a bunch of stretching and breathing exercises. Nor
is it too easy or too “girly.” It’s a legitimate workout - one that intensely works out both the body
and mind. It’s a kickass discipline that boasts seemingly endless benefits. And below, you’ll find just a few of
the most powerful ones, broken down into two categories: physical and mental.
Physical Benefits of Yoga
Mental Benefits of Yoga
Increased Strength — Several variations of yoga and
Reduces Anxiety and Depression — There are
their respective poses require you to support your bodyweight
several ways that yoga has been linked to reduced anxiety levels
in very unique angles and positions. And this support must
and depression prevention. The exercises themselves help reduce
sometimes last for several minutes. This necessary support
stress levels in the body, and the socialization and meditation
naturally strengthens your muscle groups, along with your core.
aspects of yoga have effectively aided in lessening the impact of
depression.
Fat Loss — Yoga is very efficient at burning calories. One
session of Vinyasa yoga can burn up to 594 calories, while a basic
Improves Concentration — For thousands of years
beginner yoga session can burn anywhere from 100 - 400 calories.
yoga has been practiced to quiet the inner self, slowing down a
person’s thoughts while decreasing their mental clutter. Just one
Muscle Tone — A by-product of increasing your strength
session can allow a person to be more focused and less distracted
and burning fat, toned muscles give you that attractive physical
throughout the day.
appearance we all secretly want. Add to that the long, smooth
muscle definition and you have the ingredients for a body to
Improves Self-Discipline — The very act of sticking to
drool over.
a regular yoga routine naturally increases self-discipline. However,
the process of practicing each pose, stance, and breathing exercise
Increased Flexibility — As you get older, your body
also requires an immense amount of self-discipline and mental
naturally starts to tighten up. If nothing’s done about it, it will
stamina.
eventually lead to stiffness, pain, and immobility. Yoga is the
perfect discipline for increasing your flexibility, thus preventing
Improves Mind-Body Connection — Yoga involves
any negative conditions and promoting a greater range of motion.
synchronizing your breathing with your movements. As such,
it fosters a union between the mental (focusing on breathing in
Improved Balance — The improved balance gained from
unison) and the physical (focusing on moving in unison).
practicing yoga poses has been proven to help heal stroke victims
and prevent the elderly from falling. It has also been proven
to improve the performance of balance-dependent activities,
including gymnastics, surfing, and even motocross.
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natural flair
John Hardy’s new collections reflect the team’s exotic
surroundings and a dedication to craftsmanship
The John Hardy Jewelry collection is
renowned for its authenticity. While many
designers are inspired by the sights and
surroundings they take in while on vacation,
John Hardy’s team of designers lives the dream.
They are inspired on a daily basis by the natural
surroundings of the southeast Asian landscape
they call home. Founded in Bali, headquartered
in Hong Kong, and with offices in New York,
Bali and Bangkok, John Hardy is one of the
most exotic jewelry companies in the world.
The designs are inspired by a combination of
Asian, North African, and Western influences
The new 2015 collections were inspired by
a trip to the magical city of Luang Prabang, in
northern Laos, north of Thailand. Here, the
natural surroundings and native culture inspired
head designer Guy Bedarida and his team of
designers. Everything from the majestic Mekong
River to the royal residences and traditional
Laotian architecture influenced elements of the
new collections.
“At John Hardy, we are dedicated to
handcrafted luxury and creating objects of
meaningful beauty, so each season, I take
inspiration from my natural surroundings as well
as native artisan cultures,” says Guy. “Similar
to Bali, where the John Hardy workshop and
design center is located, Luang Prabang is
world-renowned for both its gorgeous natural
surroundings and its artisanal traditions, which
have been preserved carefully over the years.” The
new collections are dedicated to the preservation
and reinterpretation of these traditions.
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Rings with diamonds, black
sapphires, and rubies, from the
Naga collection.
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30” White and
Black Pearl
Necklace with
Diamonds, 18k
White Gold,
$32,660
Black
Beauty in
Black and white remains a staple color combination because of its stark
contrast and visual impact. The pairing of white and black diamonds
creates a stunning impression, as the shining sparkle and darkness play
off each other.
Roberto Demeglio Musa Six-Row
Stretch Bracelet, 18K White
Gold and Black Ceramic, with
Diamonds, $9,280
Black Onyx/White Quartz/
Diamond Bangle, 18K White
Gold, $7,980
Roberto Demeglio Musa
Stretch Necklace, 18K
White Gold and Black
Ceramic, with Diamond
Tube Station, $2,180
Bez Ambar Five
Row Black & White
Diamond Twinkle
Band, $5,445
Alson Signature
Collection Dangle
Earring, 18K White
Gold with Black
Plating, Black
Diamonds, $9,980
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Alson Signature Collection Inside/
Outside Black & White Diamond
Hoop Earrings, 18K White Gold with
Black Rhodium Finish, $11,860
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7 personal-assistant apps
to keep you organized
In the age where attention is demanded and stolen by the minute,
staying on top of everything can be like trying to get through the line
at Starbucks within 10 minutes at 6 a.m. Remembering to study for
that bio test, running late to work for the fourth day in a row, and
debating whether drinks will fit into your budget compete for both
time and money: it all keeps you running on all 4 cylinders. To stay
organized, the old stationery and planner just don’t cut the mustard.
Fortunately, this age of instant gratification also means there is an
app to solve any and all logistical messes. Here are eight apps that
will help to streamline day-to-day activities and keep you on the
straight and narrow.
Coach.Me
Coach.Me lets ambitious goal-setters thrive on nuggets of
community-based motivation and support. Once you’ve
identified your goals, you can set up the frequency of
completion, like publishing at least one blog post or going
for two runs per week. If you decide to make your goals
public, users with the same goals can see what you’re working on
and give you props on your progress, and returning the favor is just
as easy. While the app is free, there is an option for one-on-one
coaching from a live person for $14.99/week. These coaches are
experienced in their niches and are available all through the week.
Android: Free • iOS: Free
TimR
TimR is a mobile tracking device that is great for users who
want to monitor their productivity. Students can track how long
they’ve been studying or see how long it takes to complete a
project. TimR runs in the background and helps you breakdown
where your limited time is going. With that information, you
can make changes to your schedule to increase your efficiency. TimR
includes a free 3-day trial; after that, it’s $11.80 a month.
Android: $11.80/month • iOS: $11.80/month •
Windows: $11.80/month
Timeful
Timeful is like a supportive life coach — but without the
cost for a weekly session. Each day, the app suggests healthy
options to add to your schedule to keep you mentally and
physically sharp, such as reading, exercising, and stretching.
The app also focuses on keeping the user engaged by setting
up times for him or her to plan out their subsequent days. The app’s
drag and drop feature makes rearranging to-do lists easy.
Android: Free • iOS: Free
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EasilyDo
Have your own personal assistant with EasilyDo. This app
syncs your calendars, social media accounts, and email
accounts to give you access to all of your tools in one
location. Start by signing up via Facebook or Gmail and
EasilyDo will pull your data from there. In the app, you
will be notified of things like birthdays, have access to your boarding
pass, and even track packages. The basic version is free, but for those
who’d like to remove the ads or use the bulk merge option, it costs
$4.99 per month or $49.99 annually.
Android: Free • iOS: Free
Evernote
Let’s face it; group projects are the worst. Trying to
collaborate with other students can be a logistical nightmare,
especially when it comes to putting all of the information
together. Evernote gives you the ability to record your
notes, thoughts, photos, and anything in-between to the
cloud. The Work Chat feature allows you to real-time message the
group your notes so that you’re all on the same page. Evernote has
3 tiers: Free, Premium: $5/month, and Business: $10/month/user.
iOS: Free
Taasky
With Taasky, you can categorize tasks by home, work,
friends, and shopping lists. The app allows you to prioritize
tasks using stars, but more importantly, it also gives you
progress reports, providing a breakdown of the percentage
of task completion. Through these breakdowns, Tansky can
figure out which day of the week is your most productive.
iOS: $1.99
Any.Do
If the thrill of crossing off items on your to-do list is
what makes the pen and paper appealing, Any.Do has not
overlooked that. The digital to-do list that remains in your
pocket at all times features the favored ability to cross out
items once you complete them, and allows you to sort
based on long term and short term. The free version will take care
of all of your productivity needs, but for those who want to create
customized recurring tasks or location based reminders, the price is
$5 per month or $45 per year.
Android: Free • iOS: Free
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BLACK JADE
Italian jewelry designer Roberto Coin brings
this exotic gem to his latest collection
Roberto Coin has been an icon in the jewelry industry for
more than 30 years, with a hit parade of collections that have
gained global recognition. His latest collection is Black Jade,
and it is a testament to the versatility of this artisan, who
works with everything from the best diamonds in the world
to the most rare and unusual colored gemstones.
“I am extremely proud to be the first one to introduce
black jade from Africa to the jewelry world,” says Coin of the
collection. Like black onyx and black diamonds, black jade
lends a deep contrast to any jewelry design and infuses it with
an Art Deco aesthetic. Black jade mixes well with virtually
every colored gem. It is presented in this collection in freeform oval shapes that resemble the shape of pebbles. The
collection includes rings, pendants, and earrings, using black
jade that is mixed with diamonds, green agate, and quartz,
and set in 18k rose gold.
Many people take an interest in the symbolism of colored
gemstones. In gem lore, black jade is considered a stone of
protection that guards against negative energy. It is mined in
South Africa.
Since 1977, Venetian jewelry designer Roberto Coin
has devoted his life to a passion for innovative design.
Experimenting with light, texture, color, and pattern, Coin’s
style is ever evolving. His diverse collection, designed to fit
every woman, is defined by a common thread — a thoughtful
balance of elegance and creativity.
Roberto Coin Green Agate, Rose
Gold, or Black Jade Earrings.
Starting at $5,100
Roberto Coin Black Jade earrings
in 18K rose gold with African
Black Jade and diamonds, $3,900
Roberto Coin Black Jade
bracelet in 18K rose and white
gold with African Black Jade
and diamonds, $8,500
Roberto Coin Green Agate Diamond
Ring, $2,400 & Black Jade with
Diamonds, $2,700
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1. Freelancer Piper automatic chronograph GMT 45mm titanium black leather strap in partnership with Piper Aircraft - $3,495
2. Freelancer automatic 42mm SS grande date function blue dial bracelet - $1,895
3. Toccata quartz 34mm SS diamond dial and diamond bezel bracelet - $1,995
4. Maestro automatic 39.5mm yellow gold PVD silver dial leather strap - $1,295
5. Noemia quartz 27mm yellow gold PVD/SS mother of pearl diamond dial bracelet - $1,375
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Diamond Ring with a 2.26
Carat Cushion Shaped
Diamond, Accented with
2 Half Moon Diamonds, &
6 Trapezoid Diamonds in
Platinum, $69,800
How to Care for Your Diamond Ring
Over the course of time, your diamond can be dulled by
exposure to everyday substances. To prevent this, don’t allow
the buildup to become too severe. When cleaning your diamond
ring, avoid chemicals or harmful solutions, as they can damage
the metals and weaken the structure of your ring. Use warm,
soapy water with liquid soap. For a more intense clean, find a
soft toothbrush, or a child’s toothbrush, and gently work around
the stone and setting. Don’t be too rough with the cleaning, and
dry with a lint-free cloth. For special occasions you can have your
diamond ring professionally cleaned for that added glint.
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While diamonds are the hardest of
gemstones, they are not indestructible and
still require care. Engagement and wedding
rings are most vulnerable to being lost or damaged because of
their daily use. Though the diamond is lauded as being hardy,
this can make people less careful with their diamond rings
even when they are often the pieces of jewelry with the most
Princess Cut Double
Halo Engagement Ring in
Platinum, $18,700
sentimental value and are, therefore, the most precious. The
upkeep of your diamond ring will help ensure its value and
integrity are preserved.
Keep your diamond ring shiny
with regular cleaning.
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Diamond Halo engagement
Ring with a 1.76ct cushion
center diamond, set in
Platinum, $28,590
Alson Designed
Twisted Split Shank
Engagement Ring,
Halo Accent with
a 2.52 Ct. Round
Diamond, set in
Platinum, $59,000
Over time, your diamond ring will be bumped, smacked
and hit in your everyday movements. Though your ring should
be able to withstand most of those sorts of experiences, you
should schedule regular checkups with your jeweler. Prongs are
especially vulnerable, and when they become loose, you are in
danger of losing your stone. At your checkup, the jeweler can
ascertain the strength of the setting and tighten it up for better
security when necessary. This is a highly advised preventative
measure to keep your diamond ring intact.
If you keep it clean,
secure, and insured,
your ring will sparkle
for a lifetime and last
for generations.
Alson Signature Collection Halo
Double Row Shank Engagement
Ring, Fashioned in Platinum,
Featuring a 5.01 Carat Asscher
Cut Diamond, $189,000
Like anything else that gets worn or used daily, diamond
rings can be lost, damaged, or stolen. Don’t wait for that to
happen before you realize how valuable jewelry insurance can
be. Buying insurance for your diamond ring can be easy and
Alson Signature Collection
Three Stone Engagement Ring,
Fashioned in Platinum, Featuring
an 8.13 Carat Radiant Diamond,
Accented with Two Trapezoid
Diamonds, $219,000
straightforward. Don’t assume that your general insurance
covers your ring adequately. Look into your policy and
seriously consider a separate policy for your
precious jewelry. Accidents happen, but they
don’t need to set you back financially.
Caring for your diamond ring requires
Alson Signature Collection Three
Stone Engagement Ring, Fashioned
in Platinum, Featuring a 3.02 Carat
Emerald Cut Diamond, Accented with
Two Emerald Cut Diamonds, $77,870
attention and thoughtfulness. If you
keep it clean, secure, and insured, your
ring will sparkle for a lifetime and last for
generations beyond.
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Alson Designed Engagement Ring,
Featuring a Natural Pink Radiant
Diamond Accented with 124 Round
Diamonds set in Platinum and 18K
Rose Gold, $110,000
The hottest trends
in engagement rings
for 2015
Since the Middle
Ages, the engagement
ring has served to show that
a woman is betrothed. Since that time,
women have been proudly displaying their engagement rings
to family and friends. Today, with Facebook, Twitter, and
Instagram, not only are women sharing their rings with friends
and family, but with the world. Knowing the latest trends in
Alson Signature Collection
Engraved Milgrain Engagement
Ring, 14K White Gold, Round
Diamonds and Twelve Round
Blue Sapphires, Center Stone
Sold Separately, $2,560
engagement rings will help you make sure the ring you pick will
be one that you will be excited to show off to anyone.
More than ever, women want an engagement ring that is
unique, something that demonstrates her own personal style.
Fortunately, it is now more possible than ever to have that
unique ring. Thanks to advances in ring design technology,
you and your groom can design every facet of the ring of your
dreams. You can choose the design, the center stone, the metal,
the shank, the crown, and the accent stones. Your retailer can
put it all together for you in a very short amount of time.
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Alson Signature
Collection Platinum
Engagement Ring,
Set With A 3.38ct
Pear Shape Diamond,
Tapered Baguettes,
$53,700
When it comes to weddings, there are many decisions to be made about colors, from
the shade of the flowers to the color of the bridesmaids’ dresses. You will also have
the challenge of picking the right color of metal for the engagement ring. One of the
hottest trends over the past few years has been in metals and colors. Opting for a mixed
metal design offers endless possibilities in terms of mixing and matching different color
bands and styles. You could even stack on multiple bands in different colors, creating a
statement that is as individual as you are.
Once thought to be a passing fad, rose gold has gained in popularity over the years.
With its stunning color and romantic vibe, it is easy to see why many women love
this color. Rose gold offers brides a range of tones from a blush pink to a distinct rose
or even red — so you can pick the color that best compliments your skin tone. It is a
simple way to take a classic engagement ring design and add just enough color to give
your ring that exceptional look. Best of all, rose gold looks
great with any skin tone.
It is also possible to choose from several
diamond shape options. Baguettes are popular
right now. This classic stone shape can be
Penny Preville Scroll
Engagement Ring, 18K
White Gold, Featuring
Seventy-Two Round
Diamonds, Center Stone
Sold Separately, $3,610
used to flank the center diamond in an
engagement ring or in several new ways
to create distinctive expressions. The
baguette is fresh again and can easily
give your ring some pizazz.
The east-west stone setting, or
setting a stone horizontally, creates
Bez Ambar Flower Of Light Engagement Ring,
18K White Gold, Featuring Sixteen Blaze
Diamonds, and Thirty Pave Set Diamonds,
Center Stone Sold Separately, $4,950
an unusual and attention-grabbing
look. A bonus of this setting is that
it makes your stone appear larger.
It works best with cushion, oval,
marquise, and emerald shaped stones.
Adding a halo to an engagement ring
came into vogue briefly in the 1920s and
has recently become very popular again.
It creates the illusion of a larger center
stone, adding up to a big look without spending
Elara Three Stone
Diamond Band,
Platinum, $22,500
beyond your means. In 2015, halos are featuring
different shapes than the stones they surround. Double (and triple)
halos are getting more popular, allowing for unusual touches, such as
using a row of yellow or pink diamonds or even blue sapphires.
While there are a lot of exciting trends to consider and lots of
stunning looks to make your engagement ring stand out, here’s one
trend that won’t change — the perfect ring for you is the one that
best symbolizes the personal journey you and your groom are about
to undertake.
Alson Signature Collection
Engagement Ring, Featuring
a 4.00 Carat Round Diamond,
Accented with Two Round
Diamonds, Platinum, $76,500
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Tiffany & Co.
Estate Heart
Necklace, 18K
Yellow Gold,
$1,480
Alson Certified PreOwned Chopard Happy
Sport Watch, 18K Yellow
Gold & Stainless Steel,
Featuring Seven Floating
Diamonds and a Quartz
Movement, Circa 1998,
$5,350
guardians of the
Alson Estate
Collection, 14K
White Gold Circle
Diamond Pin,
$1,240
Alson Estate
Collection,
Platinum Ring
Features a Round
Blue Sapphire,
and Diamonds,
$2,450
Alson Certified Pre-Owned Patek
Philippe Ellipse Watch, 18K Yellow
Gold Case, Black Alligator Strap and
Automatic Movement, $6,750
Alson Estate Collection Elephant Ring, 14K Yellow Gold,
Featuring Round Green, Yellow, Coffee and Multi Shaped
White Diamonds =24.50cts Total Weight and a 1.50 Carat
Pear Shaped Ruby, $58,500
fine, casual, chic jewelry does
not always have to be newly made
Consumers searching for special pieces unique to them are finding
that jewels from the past deliver in design, craftsmanship, investment
value and personal meaning.
The market for antique and estate jewelry is robust, with demand
strong in very rare, high-end pieces, gem quality pearls and colored
stones as well as fine signed jewels from top houses like Van Cleef &
Arpels, Cartier, Boucheron, Lalique and Harry Winston. There is also a
growing movement among brides and grooms to make their “something
old” a wedding or engagement ring from the past.
Previously owned jewelry doesn’t always imply signed pieces from
elite jewelry houses, though. It is also possible to find affordable, meaningful alternatives to auction pieces. And many pre-owned finds are
unique, with elements such as old mine cuts, romantic filigree designs
and period style characteristics, making them stand apart from more
modern pieces. There is also a lot of interest in recycling today, which
appeals to buyers of estate jewelry.
popul ar periods
Art Deco, nearly 100 years old now, remains the most enduring design
period in estate jewelry, a market favorite for its timeless on-trend qualities. Recognized for its mix of bold colors, geometric forms and diverse
materials, Deco style is modern and easy to wear. Diamonds were very
popular in the period, often with rubies, sapphires and emeralds, and the
use of black onyx contrasted with white diamonds and rock crystal is a defining characteristic. While the period covers the early 1920s to mid 1930s,
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Alson Estate Collection Milgrain Engraved Square Link
Bracelet, Platinum, 6.50cts Total Weight, $11,850
its influence extends through the ’50s and ’60s, and into current day.
Cartier, Tiffany and Van Cleef & Arpels are considered to have created some of their most iconic work during the Art Deco period. But the
buzz in estate circles is that the works of Suzanne Belperron are destined
to be a collector’s favorite. Ahead of her time, Belperron was among
the most revolutionary designers of the 20th century. A head designer at
Maison René Boivin (1919-1932), her unsigned designs diverged from
conventional Art Deco style in gold and semi-precious stones as opposed
to platinum and diamonds. She gained increasing notoriety after a May
2012 Sotheby’s Geneva sale of her own personal collection.
Jewelry from the 1940s, especially big chunky bracelets in yellow
and pink gold, with sprinkles of diamonds, or necklaces with gems and
enamel are spot on trend. Moreover, there’s a resurgence in brooches that
also serve as pendants and hairpieces. In fact, head ornaments like tiaras
and bejeweled headbands are very much in fashion. Likewise, cameos
from all eras, some carved out of gems like layered agate and jasper, are
back in vogue, especially in pendants and rings.
But the real sizzle, many say, is in mid-century modern, particularly
the 1960-’70s, as more goods are available from this time than in earlier
periods, offering some amazing finds. Especially popular are wildlife and
nature patterns, something that gained a following in the 1960s among
major houses like David Webb, Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels.
People who hunt for estate and antique jewelry are drawn by the
thrill of the chase. You never know what your treasure-hunting dealer
or retailer has uncovered in the dusty jewelry boxes of previous owners
who, for one reason or another, want to sell their pieces – it’s always
something different, always a surprise. Imagine channeling your inner
Marilyn Monroe, wearing an amazing 1959 diamond floral necklace by
Harry Winston! Collectors of estate jewelry relish in the artistry, history
and beauty of what they may discover.
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