We preview the latest models from the iconic watchmaker.
PRECISION PERFECT
TUDOR partners with the new Visa Cash App BR Formula One team.
WEDDING TRENDS FORECAST
Our six-page feature with new engagement rings as unique as you are!
THE HARMONY OF CONTRASTS
Rolex has brought a fresh new look to some of its most iconic models achieving a harmonious balance of functionality and aesthetics.
20 THE COSMOPOLITAN WATCH
Robust and functional, the Rolex GMT-Master II is the ideal watch for criss-crossing the globe
26 PRECISION PERFECT
TUDOR returns to the world of international motorsport, partnering with the new Visa Cash App BR Formula One team.
42 THE WEDDING TRENDS FORECAST
Finding “the one” for you. We review the latest engagement rings as unique and individual as you are.
ON OUR COVER Norman Silverman’s jewelry is designed to be mixed, matched and worn together.
COLUMNS
34 A CUISINE FOR EVERY OCCASION
Your choice in fine gastronomy can be experienced at these fine St. Louis Restaurants: Vicia, Taqueria Morita, Winslow’s Table and the new Bistro La Floraison.
42 DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT
Introducing the Sculpted Cable Collection from David Yurman.
TUDOR Black Bay 58 18K
Welcome to the 2023 edition of Clarkson Jewelers Magazine. We would like to take a moment and thank our loyal clientele for making this year one of our most exciting and enjoyable. Our store continues to evolve to you’re your jewelry and customer service needs, and we see this evolution towards convenience continuing to be part of the Clarkson Jewelers Experience.
This year we’ve added many new and exciting designer jewelry lines and have invested heavily in training our Team at Clarkson Jewelers to be the best you’ll find anywhere.
Once again, we have plans for future growth and changes to the store as we strive to enhance the Clarkson Jewelers Experience. We’re dedicated entirely to being the number one jewelry and timepiece provider in the St. Louis area, and we’ll continue to invest time, space, and resources to ensure just that. None of this is meaningful or possible, however, without the loyal support of each client we serve and have come to know as friends.
Thank you again for your continued support over the years. To our new customers, we look forward to getting to know you and helping you with all your jewelry needs. Clarkson Jewelers will always strive to be the jewelry store you choose time and again.
Sincerely,
Scott Bolozky | Founder Todd Broadbent | Managing Partner
Scott Bolozky & Todd Broadbent
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PRECISION PERFECT
TUDOR returns to the world of international motorsport, partnering with the new Visa Cash App BR Formula One team.
Precision is at the heart of car racing, where timing is everything. A Formula 1 driver’s unparalleled skill, determination, and instincts are critical to his success. A reliable timepiece designed to withstand the rigors of high-speed racing is crucial to a racer's performance. TUDOR’s founder Hans Wilsdorf set out from the beginning to craft robust watches offering superlative timekeeping in physically challenging situations.
TUDOR’s affiliation with car racing began in the 1960s, known as the “Golden Era” of motor sport in racing circles. The Tudor Watch Racing Team was founded during this exciting era. In 1970, TUDOR introduced its first chronograph watch, specifically crafted for precisely timing laps and calculating speed while withstanding the physical rigors of professional driving.
Today, TUDOR continues to produce ultra-precise chronographs in both its Black Bay and Pelagos collections.
TUDOR recently announced a partnership with a new Formula 1 team for the 2024 season. Continuing its legacy of supporting competition on the racetrack, the brand’s partnership supports the launch of the Visa Cash App BR Formula One team. Forming a new Formula 1 team requires a committed investment in talent, as well as the acceptance of considerable risk. It’s a fitting match for TUDOR, whose motto is Born to Dare. The new team is led by veteran champion Daniel Ricciardo and rising star Yuki Tsunoda.
“TUDOR has always been fueled by a daring spirit, a consistent will to do things differently,” said TUDOR CEO Eric Pirson. “And this spirit—we call it Born to Dare—is exactly what Visa Cash App RB is demonstrating heading into the 2024 F1 season. We’re beyond thrilled to return to motorsport with a partner that’s ready to take on the challenge,” he added.
The team's striking livery features TUDOR branding, as do the drivers’ race suits. The TUDOR shield logo is prominently displayed on the nose of the car in front of the driver and the inside of the halo safety device. The Visa Cash App BR team is expected to participate in all 24 rounds of the competition spanning over 20 countries around the globe. It’s a grueling schedule, but this is what the drivers train for yearround.
“Our team will be challenging the status quo in Formula 1 with a strong identity, unique style and uncompromising quality – just like Tudor watches,” said Peter Bayer, CEO of Visa Cash App RB Formula One Team.
The team’s veteran driver, Daniel Ricciardo, has enjoyed a consistently successful 13-year stint driving in Formula 1 competitions. The Australian-Italian made his debut in 2011’s British Grand Prix at 22 years of age. In 2014, he finished third in the championship, with his first three wins in Canada, Belgium, and Hungary. He has achieved eight total Grand Prix victories and 32 podiums to date in Formula 1 competition.
Speaking of the new team, Ricciardo said “Visa Cash App RB, it’s another phase of this team’s career,” referring to the team’s predecessor, Scuderia AlphaTauri. “It’s a time where I feel that, yes, we have some amazing partners on board who are gonna help us get closer to the front of
Above, Daniel Ricciardo, 2024 Bahrain Grand Prix.
the grid. But I feel like it’s a time where we’re no longer seen as just a kind of junior team. It’s a team that’s standing on their own two feet. And I think for other teams to take us seriously, this is the chapter I feel we are about to start.”
“TUDOR has always been fueled by a daring spirit, a consistent will to do things differently.”
TUDOR CEO Eric Pirson.
Born in 2000, Visa Cash App RB driver Yuki Tsunoda started kart racing at the age of four in his native Japan. His father, Nobuaki Tsunoda, is a former gymkhana racer. By the age of five, Tsunoda was the champion karter in his age group.
“My strength comes from karting,” Tsunoda has said. “I really like to battle, and I don't lose much when battle happens.”
In 2018, he won the Japanese Formula 4, firmly launching his presence on the world stage of international racing. In 2021, he made his Formula 1 debut at the season-opener in Bahrain and was the youngest-ever driver at the Nürburgring. Of his first year in Formula 1, Tsunoda said “to reach Formula 1 – which was my final goal as a driver – you don’t just have to deliver results, you also need some luck, and this is something you can’t control. So, from my side, I knew I always had to give my best at all times.”
TUDOR’s chronograph watches are crafted to give their best both on and off the track, and with their versatile sport-chic style, are appropriate to wear for nearly every occasion. The TUDOR Pelagos FXD Chrono is powered by the brand’s COSC-certified Calibre MT5813 self-winding movement with a power reserve of 70 hours.
There are several chronograph options in the Black Bay collection, all equipped with a racing-ready tachymetric scale on the bezel. Models are equipped with either champagne or black dials with contrasting sub-counters. The watches’ date appears in an aperture at 6 o’clock, a design feature inspired by TUDOR’s first chronographs from the 1970s. Three strap options are available within the collection: fabric, steel or steel and gold, and bund leather. The jacquard fabric strap is woven in France on 19th-century looms by the legendary Julien Faure company. The steel and steel-and-gold bracelets’ design harkens back to TUDOR’s folding riveted bracelets from the 1950s and 1960s. The bund leather straps, available in either black or brown, feature a folding clasp for durability.
The New Tudor Pelagos FDX Chrono
Above, Yuki Tsunoda, 2024 Saudi Arabia Grand Prix.
natural wonders
Roberto Coin has drawn design inspiration from the beauty of the natural world near his native Vincenza and beyond.
Aspirit of adventure combined with the finest Italian craftsmanship is the essence of Roberto Coin's jewelry collections. "Love is the soul of nature," he has said, and his collections that are inspired by nature and the animal kingdom are unique and extraordinary. Roberto Coin not only draws inspiration from nature, but he also supports its preservation by using only responsibly sourced materials in his jewelry.
Exceptional Italian jewelry artisans bring Roberto Coin’s designs to life in his hometown of Vicenza, Italy’s “City of Gold,” and its capital of jewelry making. Although his home is Vicenza, Coin has traveled extensively throughout the world for decades, finding inspiration for his designs from the animal kingdom on land and under the sea, and from the sky above.
“I find beauty everywhere,” Coin said, “in nature, in people, in architecture, in art and in food.” "In my mind, inspiration is surprising and can arrive from everywhere. Curiosity is my evergreen. Visiting different countries, experiencing art, fashion, stories, nature, and the animal world. Creativity is in our genes." Since he founded his eponymous brand in 1996, Coin has been imbuing that beauty into his artful collections of precious jewelry.
The Animalier high jewelry collection exemplifies the brand’s fine craftsmanship and exacting attention to detail. Roberto Coin’s fantastical, whimsical creations embodying Earth’s creatures perfectly illustrate his masterful design and his artisans’ exceptional gem-setting skills. The Animalier collection features a fish ring in multi-colored sapphires and a horse bracelet and ring in 18K white gold adorned with black and white diamonds. An 18K yellow gold combined bangle bracelet and ring in the form of a snake is set with diamonds and rubies.
Creatures of the land and sea are also the inspiration for many of the designs in Roberto Coin’s popular Tiny Treasures collection. Whether large or small, each piece of Roberto Coin jewelry is handcrafted with individually set gemstones. The Tiny Treasures gold and pavé diamond pendants depict an array of earthly creatures including hummingbirds in flight, butterflies, and frogs. Undersea life also has a strong presence in the Tiny Treasures collection, including fish, starfish, dolphins, and crabs crafted of gold and diamonds.
SEA WORLD
Undersea life also has a strong presence in the Tiny Treasures collection, including fish, starfish, dolphins, and crabs crafted of gold and diamonds. The Fish Ring at right in multi-colored sapphires is from the Animalier collection.
SNAKE CHARMER
The slithery snake is a jewelry motif that has been worn and adored for centuries. Queen Victoria wore a continuous snake engagement ring signifying everlasting love. Continuing this tradition, we suggest this gold and ruby bangle bracelet from the Animalier collection.
FLIGHTS OF FANCY
The Tiny Treasures gold and pavé diamond pendants depict an array of earthly creatures including hummingbirds in flight, butterflies, and frogs.
Inspired by wildlife that slithers, hops, gallops and splashes in delightful designs. Here are just some of our favorite jewels to celebrate nature while brightening up your wardrobe.
HEAVENLY WONDERS
Looking to the skies, Roberto Coin jewelry also pays homage to the beauty of the heavens. A variety of diamond star pendants and earrings is available in white, rose, and yellow gold set with diamonds.
Nature’s beauty wouldn’t be complete without flowers. Blooms in many forms are featured in several of Roberto Coin’s collections including Dolcetto, Venetian Princess, and Love in Verona.
FLORAL FANCY
Inspired by the floral decorations of Venetian palaces, Roberto Coin represents the material expression of the most romantic side of a woman's imagination.
Looking to the skies, Roberto Coin jewelry also pays homage to the beauty of the heavens. A variety of diamond five-point star pendants and earrings is available in white, rose, and yellow gold set with diamonds. In the Dolcetto collection, a six-pointed diamond star is set in a choice of white, rose, or yellow textured gold with a central stone. A rose gold, diamond and black diamond medallion pendant from the Venetian Princess collection depicts a half moon in the night sky.
The sky’s constellations and their corresponding Zodiac signs offer powerful symbols of strength and celestial beauty. Roberto Coin’s Zodiac medallion pendant charms in 18K yellow gold are set with diamonds and are available for every astrological sign. Each pendant comes on a 19-inch paper-clip chain.
Another of the sky’s natural wonders, rainbows, are part of the brand’s Love in Verona collection, inspired by Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. A medallion disc necklace, stud earrings and a disc ring feature a full spectrum of colored sapphires and tsavorites set in rose gold accented with diamonds.
Of course, nature’s beauty wouldn’t be complete without flowers. Blooms in many forms are featured in several of Roberto Coin’s collections including Dolcetto, Venetian Princess, and Love in Verona.
Roberto Coin’s deep love and respect for nature is evidenced not only in his jewelry, but also in his commitment to the environment. “In fact, every single one of our jewels and materials has a story, and it is our mission to make sure that story is a positive one,” he said. “That’s why we have a zero-tolerance policy towards conflict diamonds. That’s why we’re committed to keeping gold furnished by unethical producers out of our supply chains. We’ve been committed to ethical sourcing since day one. I’m very proud to tell that story with every piece of jewelry we create.”
The brand only acquires its polished diamonds that are certified by the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS) and the System of Warranties. Established in 2003, the Kimberly Process’s goal is to prevent the flow of conflict diamonds, with the KPCS providing and implementing safeguards on shipments of rough diamonds and certifying them as conflict-free.
Roberto Coin Inc. is also a member of the Responsible Jewellry Council. The Council advocates for and advances responsible ethical, social, human rights, and environmental practices for sourcing precocious metals and diamonds. Roberto Coin’s socially conscious practices can offer peace of mind for buyers who value precious jewelry and exceptional design but are seeking pieces that are crafted ethically.
Roberto Coin jewelry designs have a timeless quality that spans generations. “Fashion is changeable,” Coin said. “It is whimsical. Style is not. Style is part of us, of our life, in every moment and every expression.”
a Cuisine for every occasion
Experience the next level of fine gastronomy in St Louis at Vicia, Taqueria Morita, the casual Winslow’s Table; and now the old-world French restaurant Bistro La Floraison.
When it comes to the dining-out scene in St. Louis, and in the Midwest overall, Take Root Hospitality Group is among the most renowned names.
Founded by husband-andwife team Michael and Tara Gallina, the group has four restaurants: the upscale, seasonally inspired Vicia; the Mexican joint Taqueria Morita, featuring iterations of tacos; the casual Winslow’s Table; and now the couple’s latest venture, the oldworld French restaurant Bistro La Floraison.
The biggest disruptor yet, Bistro La Floraison is impressing the masses with its traditional fare, comprised of such classics as steak tartare and chicken cordon bleu.
While Michael is the chef behind the creations at Take Root Hospitality’s eateries, Tara manages the front of the house, and has set a standard for warmth and conviviality that keeps the crowds coming back to these establishments. Recently, we spoke with the hospitality maven about her start in the industry, the impetus for the restaurants and what she likes to eat when she’s not on the job.
YOU created other restaurants in St. Louis before opening Bistro La Floraison. Tell us about their various concepts.
Our first was Vicia, our farm-to-table concept that celebrates the best of local ingredients.
After Vicia, we became the new stewards of a beloved St. Louis restaurant, Winslow’s Home. We reopened it as Winslow’s Table, and we’ve worked to continue its spirit of the casual neighborhood restaurant, but in a style all our own.
You can visit Winslow’s for just about any occasion, whether you’re craving an incredible brunch, you want a healthy lunch or you need to pick up an easy and delicious dinner for your family.
Tara, what drew you to hospitality from such a young age
As a child, I was always hands on, helping to set the table and cook for holidays. But it wasn’t until I was in my mid20s that I taught myself to cook. Then I moved to New York City to attend culinary school, and from there I worked in a variety of aspects of the food industry. Eventually I landed an incredible internship at Blue Hill at Stone Barn, and my fate was sealed.
Last summer, around the same time we opened Bistro La Floraison, we also opened a Baja-inspired Mexican concept called Taqueria Morita. It’s located outside Vicia, where we built a beautiful pavilion surrounded by an edible garden. Our guests can enjoy the best tacos in town in this alfresco, seasonal space.
NEW RESTAU
What inspired you to open an upscale French bistro?
The Bistro is such a special spot for me. I learned to cook making French food, and I love French wines and the idea of a cozy, romantic bistro. When the opportunity came to take over the celebrated Bar Les Freres, I felt a calling — we needed to take the torch.
Bistro Financiers
Tara Gallina
Taqueria Morita Garden.
Each venue is fitting for different occasions and different times of the day. In your opinion, which is best suited for when?
Your wine list is all French or Frenchinspired wines. Tell us about your philosophy of wine and food pairings
RANT ARTICLE
Winslow’s is your family-friendly spot. Taqueria Morita is a blast to go with friends for great food and drinks when the weather is awesome. The Bistro is perfect for a date night or a special girls’ night out. And Vicia is for that special occasion you want to remember, or where to impress your business contacts.
The reviews of Bistro La Floraison have been stellar, with critics raving about the food. If you were dining here tonight, what would you order, and why?
I’d start with one of our spritzes and an order of gougères [baked pastry puffs with cheese], with a decadent Gruyère mousse for dipping. I’d split the steak tartare with housemade salt-and-vinegar chips (but really, I could eat it all myself).
For an entrée, you can’t miss our chicken cordon bleu — it’s like no other. And my favorite dessert anywhere is our pain perdu [French toast], with salted caramel and Clementine’s crème fraiche ice cream.
We want guests to feel comfortable, both reading our wine list and asking their server for advice. We select wines that are made by respected producers and are often organic, sustainable or biodynamic, and really respect the environment.
How do you think the dining landscape in St. Louis has transformed in recent years?
It was already an exciting scene when we moved here, which was the big reason we left New York. But now it’s just incredible. The diversity of cuisines, the expansion of culinary neighborhoods, the mix of price points and the number of people with unique skills all make me so proud.
What’s your go-to meal to make at home?
I love to cook pasta dishes for my family. We have two toddlers, so we have to keep it simple. But I make a really fantastic spaghetti with fresh tomato sauce that reminds me of one of my favorite pasta restaurants in New York City. I’m not sure the kids know how good it is, but Michael and I really enjoy it!
Clockwise for top left: Vicia Interior, Vicia Table, Bistro Archway, Taqueria Morita Spread, Winslow's Biscuit.
designer spotlight
Introducing the Sculpted Cable Collection from David Yurman
Like us, we know you can't get enough David Yurman jewelry. So, if you're looking to add a few more pieces to your collection—or to gift to a special someone—we’ve handpicked a few of our favorites from the new Sculpted Cable collection. The look—an elegantly carved cable motif that catches the light—defines effortless chic.
Statement Necklace An eye-catching necklace is sometimes all you need to be the perfect outfit maker. Shown: Sculpted Cable Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Hoop Earrings Hoop earrings are always in style, but David Yurman has kicked this jewelry essential into even higher gear with these Sculpted Cable Hoop Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold.
Gold Cuff What looks like a mix of gorgeous, layered cable bracelets is actually a single cuff with the illusion of a stack. Shown: Sculpted Cable Triple Wrap Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold.
stacking ring Master the art of stacking rings. Mix in a sparkly piece, like this new Sculpted Cable Band Ring in 18K Rose Gold with Diamonds, to amp up your look.
band together
State-of-the-heart wedding rings.
Who says your wedding band has to match your engagement ring? Or that couples must wear similar bands? Or that you even have to limit yourself to one band? Today there are so many ways to express your undying love that the simple gold band has come a long way. While it all starts with the engagement ring, a perfect union isn't required when pairing it with a wedding band, says Amanda Gizzi, a trend watcher for Jewelers of America. You can think outside the box and try different styles. The key is harmony. The rings should complement one another.
The same advice holds for the guys. Whether looking for something simple and understated or something with a little more character, choose what feels like you.
"The band represents who you are as an individual and also who you are as a couple," Gizzi says. "They don't have to be the same. Something as simple as engraving the insides can tie them together."
Here are just some of the possibilities you'll ind at Hal Davis Jewelers.
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Engagement rings as unique and individual as you are.
There has never been a better time to be an engagement ring shopper. There are so many dazzling designs to choose from you are sure to find “the one” that best expresses your uniqueness — in addition to you and your partner’s special love story. To help guide you through a sea of settings we turned to experts who keep watch on wedding jewelry trends, Amanda Gizzi, spokesperson for Jewelers of America and Severine Ferrari, founder of Engagement 101. Here’s what to know to find the ring that is perfect for you.
Solitaires Stand The Test Of Time
The beauty of a round single center stone never grows old — it’s still the leading shape, classic and timeless. And because the shape doesn’t have any sharp angles, it’s less prone to chipping.
❥ To make it more personal: Stack it. Putting a band above and below the solitaire elevates it, especially if your bands incorporate a special meaning about you and your partner, such as birthstones or different size diamonds.
All rings from our Tacori and Norman Silverman Collections.
Hidden Details Make a Ring More Special
A halo of small pave diamonds surrounding the center stone gives even the smallest ring a lot more shine, which is why halos continue to be a popular feature in engagement ring settings.
❥ To make it more personal: Instead of framing the stone with a halo of tiny diamonds, couples are opting to include halos and accent gems with notable meaning, such as birthstones, under the setting where only the wearer can feel their presence but everyone else will be able to see the enhanced brilliance of such hidden details. The trend also includes etching dates and messages into the inside of the ring.
Defy Tradition
Fancy-shape diamonds — pears, trapezoids, marquise, cushion and portrait cuts — defy tradition and automatically express their individuality.
❥ To make it more personal: Any of these cuts can look especially amazing turned on their sides in an east-west setting.
Ovals Are Elegant
The popular elongated shape is not only flattering to the finger, it too, is chip resistant. The larger surface area makes the stone appear larger, with its facets throwing off a lot of sparkle.
❥ To make it more personal: Set it on its side in a unique and eye-turning stunning east-west setting.
Look for New Spins on Three-Stone Settings
Traditional and timeless, three-stone rings with matching diamonds will always be a bride’s favorite.
❥ To make it more personal: Three-stone rings don’t always have to feature matching stones. Accents are another way to express uniqueness. Now trending, center stones being flanked by two smaller stones, sometimes diamonds in different shapes or even colored gemstones.
Think Something Blue
While diamonds still rule when it comes to engagement rings, some brides are opting to incorporate color gemstones into their rings. Sapphires are the most popular and durable stones next to diamonds.
❥ To make it more personal: Choose sapphires in a lighter blue hue. Or if your taste runs to ruby red or emerald green, think of adding them as accent stones though neither is as durable as a diamond or sapphire.
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Two-Stone Rings Are Gaining in Popularity
The toi et moi setting, symbolizing two lovers sitting side by side, is far from a passing fad. The romantic design with matching stones dates back centuries.
❥ To make it more personal: Choose stones in different shapes or one diamond and one gemstone.
Metals Matter
While you can’t go wrong with gold (yellow or white) or platinum, know that platinum is the most durable metal, followed by yellow gold. White gold may require some maintenance to keep its sheen. And all three metals are skin friendly.
❥ To make it more personal: Two-tone settings are trending, often with a platinum crown to make the stone more secure and appear as sparkly-white as possible.
Stacking Bands Are as Popular as Ever
Adding to a stack is a wonderful way to commemorate an anniversary, birthday or other special occasion. And rearranging and playing with stacks is a great way to keep your look unique and fresh.
❥ To make it more personal: Consider a band with more swerves, curves and a little more of an organic shape. It’s a fresh, new look that can give you the illusion of stacking without needing to pile on more.
