LX Columbus Fall 2012 by LX Publications

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Greetings, It is with great joy that we at Meyers Jewelers bring you LX Columbus. In this Fall/Winter edition of LX, we bring you an article about Meyers Jewelers and The Columbus Blue Jackets Foundation. Also featured are two beautiful photo editorials; “Winter Wonderland’s” characters take you through a day of what happens among an enchanted woodland as the snow is freshly falling. “The Fairy Tales of Die Gebrüder Grimm” (The Brothers Grimm) celebrates the 200th anniversary of the brothers Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm, whose collection of “Children’s and Household Tales” has inspired many of the modern day fairytales that we still celebrate today. This editorial features beautiful artwork and photos created by various artisans from around the world paired with translated excerpts from the original 1812, “Kinder und Hausmärchen.” Also in this issue, we include men’s and women’s fashion straight from the fall runway shows. “Doubly Decadent”, written by the renowned chef, Mary Cech, gives some great wine and dessert pairing advice and features a enticing recipe for your indulgence. We enjoy seeing you each time you visit us and we look forward to hearing your stories and being part of your life’s special moments. As we walk through the days of this season, know that you can count on us at Meyers Jewelers to help you choose the perfect gift. We have been serving the local jewelry needs of the community for for nearly fifty years and we’re proud to offer the most diversified selection of brands in Columbus. Enjoy this issue of LX Columbus, with our compliments. Our best to you,

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Features

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Fashion 29 Runway Report: Women's 55 Runway Report: Men's Jewelry 10 Meyers Jewelers &

The Columbus Blue Jackets Foundation

16 Hearts On Fire 36 Gift Guide

Libation 52 Doubly Decadent Meyers Jewelers & The Columbus Blue Jackets Foundation

Fairy Tales of Die Gebr端der Grimm

Lifestyle 62 Ultime Auto Italiane

Photography 22 Fairy Tales of Die Gebr端der Grimm

43 Winter Wonderland

Travel 19 A Gem in the Andaman Sea

Winter Wonderland

Doubly Decadent: The pairing of Desserts and Sweet Wine

36 Meyers Jewelers Gift Guide

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Publishers MEYER, JEFF AND SCOTT Editor JON ROBERTS Art Director CHELSIE ROBERTS Senior Graphic Designer ANGIE HALTER On the cover is an image from LX’s “Winter Wonderland” photo editorial with model featuring jewelry by Tacori.

Project Coordinator NICOLE HIGGINS

The set, inspired and photographed by LX Art Director, Chelsie Roberts, has a Russian woodland feel and was built indoors on a South Dakota college campus by LX team members. Featuring models of all ages wearing beautiful branded jewelry, the shoot included 120 gallons of faux snow, 35 plus trees, a velvet swing and completed with an ice skating pond. Chelsie says “I was inspired by Russian landscape and architecture, especially castles and churches.”

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The Power of Personal Commitment Meyers Jewelers and The Columbus Blue Jackets Foundation By Lyndon Conrad Bell When John McConnell established the Columbus Blue Jackets Foundation as the charitable endeavor of his National Hockey League team’s civic efforts back in 2000, his intention was to give Blue Jackets players, coaches and staff the opportunity to give back to the community it represents. Since its founding, the Blue Jackets Foundation has awarded nearly $3 million dollars in monetary grants and donated over $50,000 in autographed merchandise to Columbus-area non-profit organizations in support of their fundraising efforts. The Foundation is dedicated to raising public awareness and financial support for initiatives toward pediatric cancer, children’s health and safety, education and the development of youth hockey. The intention is to have a measurable impact on children’s health, physical fitness and nutrition, safety, education and literacy, and provide support programs for pediatric cancer patients and their families—while raising funds for childhood cancer research. The Foundation also partners with the Columbus Blue Jackets to make hockey more accessible and affordable for all children. And though McConnell is no longer with us, having passed away in 2008, the Foundation he established continues its works. That it can do so is in part due to the significant efforts of local area merchants like Meyers Jewelers. The Official Jeweler of The Columbus Blue Jackets, it’s only natural brothers Scott and Jeff of Meyers Jewelers would be involved with the Foundation. 10

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Says Jeff; “We love the Blue Jackets. Scott and I are original season’s tickets holders from back in 2000. We also sponsor four ice level seats right between the team benches; they’re called the ‘Meyers Jewelers Jewelry Box Seats’.” And while that part of it is surely fun for the brothers, they also recognize the power of the work the Foundation does and relish being part of it; “Another thing that really got us interested in being the Official Jeweler was getting involved in the Columbus Blue Jackets Foundation’s events. “ Jeff says. The brothers take that involvement quite seriously. Jen Bowden, the Foundation’s executive director, says of the duo; “Jeff and Scott have done an exceptional job of getting involved with the Foundation. They clearly take the idea of their partnership with us very seriously.” Bowden continues; “Specifically, their community relations approach sets them apart. The nature of their participation and donations are brilliant at energizing the public to support the Foundation’s efforts.”

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L to R: Scott, Coach Todd Richards, Jeff and Meyer at the Columbus Bluejackets Foundation golf outing at Double Eagle Golf Club September 2012

“Jeff and Scott go well beyond being sponsors; they are true partners—with the team, the fans and the community.” A recent example is the brothers’ donation of two Breitling watches to be auctioned at the recent Blue Jackets Foundation Charity Golf Outing dinner. Capturing the imaginations of those in attendance, the allure of the Meyers’ fine timepieces inspired spirited bidding. All told, Bowden estimates the Meyers Jewelers family was singularly responsible for twenty percent of the funds the Charity Golf Outing raised to sustain the causes the Foundation supports. Scott and Jeff have also enthusiastically supported other Blue Jackets Foundation efforts with time, cash and merchandise. “It’s so wonderful how truly easy they make things for us,” Bowden says. Todd Richards, head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets, feels the same way. “Since they became an official partner, the Meyers Jewelers brothers have made it a point to be personally involved in developing the relationship. Jeff and Scott go well beyond being sponsors; they are true partners—with the team, the fans and the community. They support our charitable events and connect with the fans at the games. I particularly admire the way they come down to Nationwide Arena during the holidays and provide personal shopping for our players, coaches and the Blue Jackets wives. The convenience and personal commitment they show us is invaluable.” 12

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By Lyndon Conrad Bell

If you’ve seen a print ad or one of the television commercials, you probably have the tag line committed to memory: Hearts On Fire, The World’s Most Perfectly Cut Diamond. And indeed, a Hearts On Fire stone possesses brilliance unlike any other. While some may decry the Hearts On Fire diamond as marketing hype elevated to its highest level, the truth of the matter is, with a Hearts On Fire stone, the buyer knows exactly what they’re getting—even if they know nothing at all about diamonds. From the very beginning this was the Hearts On Fire founder Glenn Rothman’s ultimate goal. Rothman wanted to offer the most perfect stone possible so the consumer could be absolutely assured of the quality of their purchase—even without a significant understanding of the all-important four C’s (Color, Cut, Clarity and Carat weight). By choosing only the finest stones, then applying the patented signature Hearts

On Fire cut to the diamond, Rothman can free the customer of the cerebral concerns of purchasing a stone and permit the purchase to do what a diamond purchase is meant to do. Convey an expression of one of the most intense emotions known to humankind—passion. Says Rothman; “Hearts On Fire is much more than the world’s most perfectly cut diamond. For that matter, Hearts On Fire is also much more than a luxury brand. Hearts On Fire is a message. It is an experience of communicating emotion at a higher level.” But that’s the end result. To get there, a very painstaking process must be undertaken with each and every stone.

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Rothman explains; “When a diamond has perfect alignment, when a diamond has perfect proportions, when a diamond has perfect polish, and when a diamond has the perfect arrangement of angles, all of these factors together create a very specific and unique phenomenon of light. When you look at a Hearts On Fire diamond from the bottom through a proportion scope you’ll see the eight perfectly symmetrical hearts. When you rotate it and look at it from above, you’ll see the eight perfectly aligned Firebursts. Seeing it for the first time is a powerfully moving emotional experience. Once an individual sees what Hearts On Fire really is, it creates an amazing connection, right away.” As Rothman alluded, a Hearts On Fire diamond is one of the most meticulously crafted gemstones extant. Brian McCarty, one of the master craftsmen at Hearts On Fire has been cutting diamonds for over 40 years. He says; “In order to produce a diamond this fabulous, the selection of the rough is one of the most important parts of the puzzle. First of all, only stones in the top one percent of rough diamonds are even qualified to become a Hearts On Fire diamond. Our raw diamonds are selected from knot free crystals, because these perform at the highest level of intensity.” Mc Carty continues; “After the selection of the rough comes the first step in the diamond cutting process. Here, the design center is ground zero – nobody else does this the way we do it. We actually use computers to determine the optimal approach to the cutting of each individual stone.” Called VSP or Value Scan Program, Hearts On Fire craftspeople literally scan the stone into a computer. This brings up a three dimensional model of the diamond onto the screen, plots the inclusions and tells the Hearts On Fire cutter exactly what the diamond is going to look like when it is finished. Says McCarty; “When we determine where to cut a stone, we are looking for the highest value possible, as opposed to the biggest diamond possible. This gives us the ability to maximize the full potential of every single diamond we cut.” After an image of the diamond has been scanned into the computer all of its inclusions are plotted and the decision is made where to separate the crystal into its two separate pieces. It takes from four to six hours per carat from the rough to saw through the diamond. Hearts On Fire’s rough diamonds are subjected to the most meticulous process in the industry. The gems are cut and polished at 10 times the industry standard to ensure the true beauty of each diamond is absolutely and fully realized. While most manufacturers use a 10 times magnification process, Hearts On Fire diamonds are subjected to100 times magnification—using NASA based technology. So painstaking is the process, only 400 people on Earth are capable of crafting a Hearts On Fire diamond. The cutters are trained specifically to release the maximum light and life from each diamond. Mc Carty proudly asserts; “Our system is so precision oriented that all of the equipment we use to produce the diamonds is taken out of circulation—every single month—at the end of every month and recalibrated in the workshop that’s right here on site. Once the cut is complete, combining Rolls Royce anti-vibration technology with traditional recipes of diamond dust and olive oil, the Hearts On Fire master craftsmen then create a perfect finish that produces an amazing display of light. Says Rothman; “Our master craftsmen polish Hearts On Fire diamonds to a mirror perfect finish on vibration-free wheels found only in our workshops. We put the best tools in the best hands we can find to work on the absolutely finest stones in existence. So equipped, these people then proceed to release the inner light of the Hearts On Fire diamond.” And, when they’re all done, the result is like no other. So brilliant is a Hearts On Fire stone that even in candlelit settings, the sparkle of a Hearts On Fire diamond can be spotted dancing gaily in a restaurant from five tables away.

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Because of this, Hearts On Fire collections such as Ceremonious, Boundless, Virtuoso, Culmination, and Encapsulate have been renowned for their singular beauty and are worn by tasteful individuals all over the world. Naturally, when something like this is universally recognized as the best of the best, there are those who would attempt to usurp its reputation for surreptitious purposes. This is why each one of these unique diamonds is also finished with a serial number—one invisible to the naked eye— for a unique fingerprint that is instantly recognizable to jewelers. Most entrepreneurs would be satisfied to stop there—content to produce and market the finest stones the world has ever known. However, Glenn Rothman is most assuredly not in the category of “most entrepreneurs”. Rothman says; “The World’s Most Perfectly Cut Diamond deserves an equally extraordinary stage. Our diamonds are placed in exquisite settings designed specifically to showcase their intensity.”

Two such remarkably gifted people are the Hearts On Fire brand ambassadors Tara Subkoff and Janie Bryant. These two fashion icons stand out in their respective fields. Owner and lead designer of the Imitation of Christ high fashion line of clothing, Tara Subkoff has starred in more than 27 films, including The Cell, As Good As It Gets, Freeway, and The Notorious Bettie Page. Her Imitation of Christ clothing line is an artistic collection based on hand sewn, vintage inspired pieces that quickly became an international fashion sensation and garnered her a cult-like following. That she chooses to grace her designs with Rothman’s Hearts On Fire jewelry speaks volumes about the level of quality and beauty of the diamonds and their settings. Janie Bryant, costume designer for the television series MadMen, as well as a number of feature films, has been lauded with both an Emmy award in addition to legions of awards nominations. Bryant won the 2010 Edith Head Award at Fashion Group International’s Night of Stars, her work was awarded again at the 2011 New York Women in Film and Television Designing Women Gala. Bryant was listed as a fashion icon in the book produced by editors of Elle magazine called; “ELLEments of Personal Style: 25 Modern Fashion Icons on How to Dress, Shop and Live”. Bryant was also on Vanity Fair ‘s list of the “100 Most Influential People Worldwide of the Year” in 2010. That women of this caliber chose to associate themselves with the Hearts On Fire brand reveals much about the quality and integrity of Mr. Rothman’s life’s work. Absolute state of the art, the Hearts On Fire Diamond is a singularly unique expression of perfection. Crafted using the best old-world skills, updated to function with the most cutting edge technology available today, with a Hearts On Fire diamond, you can be unconditionally certain you’re getting the finest quality stone available. Giving the gift of a Hearts On Fire diamond speaks to a certain level of self-respect, self-esteem, and the purest expression of love. Rothman effuses; “Every time a woman wears Hearts On Fire, she’ll feel better about herself. And every time a man who has given Hearts On Fire to the woman he loves sees her wearing it…can you imagine how good he’ll feel knowing he has positively influenced the way she feels about herself?”

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Sri Panwa

in the

THAILAND

Andaman Sea It is easy to see why Phuket attracts more than 5 million tourists a year. This beautiful Thai island can boast some of the world’s finest beaches, as well as a rich and diverse culture, fascinating history, a vibrant culinary scene and a throbbing nightlife. This island really looks after its tourists and whatever kind of vacation you want, you can have it in Phuket—the majority of visitors descend on the resorts on the west of the island, such as the throbbing hub of Patong Beach, where the party keeps going 24/7 and the streets team with life. However, those who want a more tranquil trip can find it on the much quieter north, south and east coasts, where it is still possible to find hidden coves and bays, or on the largely undeveloped islands that lie just offshore, such as Kao Yao Yai and Kao Yao Noi. Phuket is also a magnet for divers, thanks to some of the best dive sites in the world and a magnificent marine environment that is teeming with life. Phuket has to be experienced but beware—once you have been there it will draw you back, again and again and again…

ANDAMAN SEA

By Martin Sayers Bangkok

Phuket

FOUR OF THE BEST LUXURY HOTELS IN PHUKET Aleenta Set on the spotless sands of Natai Beach to the north of Phuket, Aleenta is somewhat isolated by Phuket standards, with just one other hotel within a five mile radius and few restaurants or bars. Yet it is this tranquillity that is one of the hotel’s greatest assets—Natai is a protected beach and you will never see great lines of sun loungers, just miles and miles of golden sands. Also, unusually for the west coast of Phuket, there is no road between the hotel and the water, meaning that the view from your room is an uninterrupted panorama across the sparkling brilliance of the Andaman Sea. The hotel prides itself on being a home away from home and with three staff to every room, all your needs are taken care of quickly and efficiently. Accommodation is sumptuous and each room and villa has access to either a private or shared swimming pool, while the hotel also boasts one of the best Spas on the island.

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Aleenta Villa

The Pavilions Ocean View Villa

The Pavillions This upscale pool villa resort on lovely Bang Tao beach is setting a new standard for luxury accommodation in Phuket. Each and every villa offers either a mountain or ocean view and comes complete with its own plunge pool, with massages available poolside. Guests choosing to venture out of their accommodation can sample the delights on offer at the deservedly renowned Plantation Club bar and restaurant, which offers tropical cocktails and a mixture of Thai and Mediterranean-style dishes. Sri Panwa Sri Panwa opened in 2005 and is perched high on top of peaceful Cape Panwa in the southeast of the island, commanding breathtaking views of the surrounding islands and the Andaman Sea. The resort’s villas each come complete with their own infinity swimming pool and jet stream Jacuzzi system, and sit amongst lush tropical greenery 40-60 metres above sea level along the eastern and western ridges at the very tip of the cape. The hotel is popular with younger visitors and a party atmosphere prevails, with top global DJs often to be found spinning sets at the beach-side bar.

Sri Panwa Villas

Sala Phuket This seriously stylish new hotel opened in 2009 and offers a range of sensational pool villas. Occupying a tranquil position on one of Phuket’s most pristine stretches of beach, the living areas all have outdoor bathrooms and a vast range of facilities. A bar and beachside restaurant, renowned for its seafood, is also on offer and there are three large swimming pools that run alongside the beach. The hotel’s location in the Sirinat National Park means it is well away from the tourist hordes and there are miles of unspoilt beaches on the doorstep. Sala Phuket is also near the excellent and testing Blue Canyon Golf Course, rated as one of the best courses in Asia.

Sala Phuket Pool Villa

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FOUR THINGS YOU MUST DO WHEN VISITING PHUKET Take a trip to Phuket Town You won’t find many tourists in Phuket Town—it’s one of the least visited parts of the island but that means it offers a glimpse of real Thailand. Here you will find incredible Sino-Portuguese architecture, bustling markets, fabulous shops and some of the best and most authentic Thai food on the island.

Limestone Outcrop Phang Nga Bay

Go and see Big Buddha Set high on a hill in the south of the island, this gleaming white statue is an awe-inspiring sight and one of the biggest Buddhas in the world. It’s so large that you can actually see it from half of the island but it is still worth the trip up a winding country road to have a look up close. You can admire the stunning craftsmanship and pay your respects at the nearby shrine, but also enjoy the incredible view, with Phuket laid out below you in all its green, glittering glory. Have a ride on an elephant In the days of large-scale logging, elephants were used as working animals in Phuket, but now these same animals are kept active giving rides to tourists. There are many elephant trip providers on the island, but one of the best is Kok Chang Safari near Karon beach, which offers a lovely mountain trip through a rubber plantation, led by guides who clearly love and care for their animals. Take a boat to Phang Nga Bay Phang Nga Bay off the north-east of the island has to be seen to be believed—this stunning area is dotted with craggy limestone outcrops and beautiful islands that are ringed by mangrove trees and perfect white beaches. Cruising around here is a perfect way to spend a day and depending on your preference you can travel by speed boat, cruise ship or Chinese junk, with private boat rides readily available. Trips generally stop off at various points, including a sea gypsy village and the outcrop famous as the assassin’s hide out in Bond movie The Man With The Golden Gun.

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Die FairyTales

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As a brisk, chill wind gusts and snowflakes fall to form drifty peaks this winter, you may want to snuggle up with your loved ones by the warm glow of a fire and tell a story. This year celebrates the 200th anniversary of The Brothers Grimm (German: Die Gebrűder Grimm) fairy tales. To celebrate, we have collected images and artwork from amazing talent, paired with translated excerpts from the original book, “Kinder- und Hausmärchen” (Children's and Household Tales,) to inspire you as you orate about magical characters from far away lands, scary villians and princes and princesses that fell in love and lived happily ever after.

“Cinderella Tale” An artwork piece by Oona Patterson (Oonapatterson.com) A Sculpture crafted and cut in book and paper

"Sisters" Photography and concept Kelly Ealy Models Laura Meyers and Adrienna Ealy Makup Laura New

Aschenputtel Cinderella

“The king's son, who was waiting for her, took her by the hand and danced with her; and, when any one asked her to dance, he said as before, "This lady is dancing with me." When night came she wanted to go home; and the king's son went with her, but she sprang away from him all at once into the garden behind her father's house. In this garden stood a fine large pear-tree; and Cinderella jumped up into it without being seen. Then the king's son waited till her father came home, and said to him, "The unknown lady has slipped away, and I think she must have sprung into the pear-tree." The father ordered an axe to be brought, and they cut down the tree, but found no one upon it. And when they came back into the kitchen, there lay Cinderella in the ashes as usual; for she had slipped down on the other side of the tree, and carried her beautiful clothes back to the bird at the hazel-tree, and then put on her little old frock. The third day, when her father and mother and sisters were gone, she went again into the garden, and said—"Shake, shake, hazel-tree, gold and silver over me!" Then her kind friend the bird brought a dress still finer than the former one, and slippers which were all of gold; and the king's son danced with her alone, and when any one else asked her to dance, he said, "This lady is my partner." Now when night came she wanted to go home; and the king's son would go with her, but she managed to slip away from him, though in such a hurry that she dropped her left golden slipper upon the stairs. So the prince took the shoe, and went the next day to the king, his father, and said, ‘I will take for my wife the lady that this golden shoe fits.’ ”

"Cinderella" Photography, hair, makeup, styling Three Nails Photography

Sneewittchen Little Snow-White

“And thus Snow-White lay for a long, long time, and still only her all that had happened, and said, ‘I love you better than all looked as though she were asleep; for she was even now as the world; come with me to my father's palace, and you shall white as snow, and as red as blood, and as black as ebony. At be my wife.’ Snow-White consented, and went home with the last a prince came and called at the dwarfs' house; and he saw prince; and everything was prepared with great pomp and Snow-White and read what was written in golden letters. Then splendor for their wedding. he offered the dwarfs money, and earnestly prayed them to let him take her away; but they said, ‘We will not part with her To the feast was invited, among the rest, Snow-White's old for all the gold in the world.’ At last, however, they had pity on enemy, the queen; and as she was dressing herself in fine, rich him, and gave him the coffin; but the moment he lifted it up to clothes, she looked in the glass and said, ‘Tell me, glass, tell me carry it home with him, the piece of apple fell from between true! Of all the ladies in the land, Who is fairest? tell me who?’ her lips, and Snow-White awoke, and exclaimed, ‘Where am I!’ And the glass answered, ‘Thou, lady, art the loveliest here, I And the prince answered, ‘Thou art safe with me.’ Then he told ween; But lovelier far is the new-made queen.’ ” This page: “Snow White” Photography Joshua Wilcoxon for Wilcoxon Photography Makeup/Hair Angelique Verver for Platinum Imagination

Opposite page: “Little Red Riding Hood” Photography Viona Ielegems Model Jolien Rosanne Post-production Chester Van Bommel “Rumpelstiltskin” An artwork piece by Mandy Smith (mandysmithwork.com) Dress created in baking paper and the wheel cardboard, Room and props all designed, created and painted by hand . Photography Leon Hendrickx Model Dorothy Bany Makeup Artist Anita Jolles

Little Red-Cap “Many years ago there lived a dear little girl who was beloved by every one who knew her; but her grand-mother was so very fond of her that she never felt she could think and do enough to please this dear grand-daughter, and she presented the little girl with a red silk cap, which suited her so well, that she would never wear anything else, and so was called Little Red-Cap. One day Red-Cap's mother said to her, ‘Come, Red-Cap, here is a nice piece of meat, and a bottle of wine: take these to your grandmother; she is weak and ailing, and they will do her good. Be there before she gets up; go quietly and carefully.’ The grandmother lived far away in the wood, a long walk from the village, and as Little Red-Cap came among the trees she met a Wolf; but she did not know what a wicked animal it was, and so she was not at all frightened. ‘Good morning, Little Red-Cap,’ he said.”

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Rotkäppchen Rumpelstilzchen Rumpelstiltskin

“There was once a poor Miller who had a beautiful daughter, and one day, having to go to speak with the King, he said, in order to make himself appear of consequence, that he had a daughter who could spin straw into gold. The King was very fond of gold, and thought to himself, ‘That is an art which would please me very well;’ and so he said to the Miller, ‘If your daughter is so very clever, bring her to the castle in the morning, and I will put her to the proof.’ ”

Dornröschen Little Briar-Rose/Sleeping beauty

“After many, many years there came another king's son into that land, and an old man told him the story of the thicket of thorns, and how a beautiful palace stood behind it, in which was a wondrous princess, called Briar Rose, asleep with all her court. He told, too, how he had heard from his grandfather that many, many princes had come, and had tried to break through the thicket, but had stuck fast and died. Then the young prince said, ‘All this shall not frighten me; I will go and see Briar Rose.’ The old man tried to dissuade him, but he persisted in going. Now that very day the hundred years were completed; and as the prince came to the thicket he saw nothing but beautiful flowering shrubs, through which he passed with ease, and they closed after him as firm as ever. Then he came at last to the palace, and there in the yard lay the dogs asleep, and the horses in the stables, and on the roof sat the pigeons fast asleep with their heads under their wings; and when he came into the palace, the flies slept on the walls, and the cook in the kitchen was still holding up her hand as if she would beat the boy, and the maid sat with a black fowl in her hand ready to be plucked. Then he went on still further, and all was so still that he could hear every breath he drew; till at last he came to the old tower and opened the door of the little room in which Briar Rose was, and there she lay fast asleep, and looked so beautiful that he could not take his eyes off, and he stooped down and gave her a kiss. But the moment he kissed her she opened her eyes and awoke, and smiled upon him. Then they went out together, and presently the king and queen also awoke, and all the court, and they gazed on each other with great wonder. And the horses got up and shook themselves, and the dogs jumped about and barked; the pigeons took their heads from under their wings, and looked about and flew into the fields; the flies on the walls buzzed away; the fire in the kitchen blazed up and cooked the dinner, and the roast meat turned round again; the cook gave the boy the box on his ear so that he cried out, and the maid went on plucking the fowl.

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And then was the wedding of the prince and Briar Rose celebrated, and they lived happily together all their lives.”

“Sleeping Beauty” Photography Viona Ielegems Model Jolien Rosanne Post-production Chester Van Bommel

Designer Spotlight

Womens Fall 2012

Etro's New Bold Paisley Dream Godfrey Deeny

Brands always like to talk about respecting their DNA even as they subvert and reinvent them, and on Friday, Feb. 24, in Milan we saw a brilliant example of that whole concept at a thoroughly assured fall 2012 collection by the house of Etro. Veronica Etro’s key obsession was paisley, the very fabric that is more associated with Etro than any other Continental luxury brand. And, talk about taking it somewhere new! The designer trimmed astrakhan jackets with a filigree of leather laser cut in the paisley style, or outlined the twisting shapes in velvet strips on a see-through mesh top. Etro also tapped into Italy’s biggest accessories trend for fall 2012 - the curvy leather peplum belt, dissecting sleek leather jeans and bolero combinations, or adding oomph to slim dark cocktails. “I was thinking of costumes, especially 19th century costumes, and how Edwardian artists used color and shape in an elegant way. I

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wanted something dramatic,” Though the label does not yet have the name recognition of, say, Armani or Prada, Etro now boasts the biggest show in Milan. Staged in a giant ice rink with bleacher seating, the show attracts nearly 2,000 fans and professionals. Each place holds a silk gift cushion - this season in paisley, of course.

Designer Spotlight

Etro’s finest moment was a series of curvy evening dresses made in panels of paisley and blocks of black. It could have looked hackneyed but it never did, because Signora Etro kept the right amount of wit and levity throughout - like using tentacles of paisley to keep a revealing mesh top modest. In a word, the show was a fine fashion moment, a splendid example of refreshing a house’s DNA and a great personal success of Etro’s.

Burberry

John Galliano

Lanvin

Nicole Miller

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Winter Wonderland

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You know your favorite dessert around the holidays. Memories on a chilly day of warm, spicy bundles of sliced apples encased in delicate puff pastry all baked to a golden brown, rich deep-dark and moist chocolate cake frosted with silky bittersweet chocolate or maybe a mouth tingling refreshing winter citrus lemon tart with rich butter pastry enjoyed after a heavy meal. Whatever your favorite holiday dessert may be, usually the decision is much easier to determine than your favorite sweet wine. As with all matters of taste — music, clothing, friends, — enjoyment of wine with friends and family is much more a matter of personal preference than of scientific calculation. You may very well already have some idea of the wines you prefer with traditional savory foods. Common wisdom dictates that white wines go best with light meats and fish for example, but you are on shakier terroir at the end of the meal when pairing desserts with sweet wines. Few guidelines exist for pairing sweet wines and desserts. Although without an instruction manual to help you choose and pair dessert wines with the appropriate dessert can prove overwhelming, it does free you of the burden of preconceived notions. No rules, no mistakes! There is only one rule when it comes to pairing desserts and sweet wines. “Eat what you like, drink what you enjoy with it.” With that in mind you can get started with two simple thoughts and several helpful sweet wine tips to assist you on your sweet pairing journey. 52

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irst, sample, sample, sample! Since dessert wines contain a fair amount of sugar, alcohol and acidity acting as natural preservatives, storing them in the refrigerator after opening extends their shelf life a week or more and allows you to sample several wines later. When preparing a dessert, try it with a few different wines and observe how the dessert’s flavors are enhanced or masked by the wine. You can start determining your likes and dislikes.

econdly, don’t be shy; get to know a local wine merchant. As they begin to know your particular tastes, you will be introduced to new wines to fit your palate. When “making the match” of dessert and sweet wine, I advise a few sweet wine tips, which I consider my Top 10 Sweet Wine Tips to get you started for this holiday season.

weet sparkling wines are versatile, refreshing and a great way to celebrate any special occasion and holiday. They are perfect after a traditional holiday meal. They don’t overwhelm lighter desserts like orange citrus chiffon cake, but provide a welcome palate cleanser for richer desserts such as, pumpkin cheesecake. Fortified wines stand up well to rich desserts with deep flavors of toasted nuts, caramel, winter fruits, dried fruits, spice and chocolate. A tartlet of dried fruits, fresh apples, cinnamon and clove covered with butter streusel with Tawny Port can be a warming comfort on a cold evening.

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ot all sweet wines and desserts need each other. Don’t over power either a wine or a dessert. Some wines are best when drank alone like Sauternes and Vintage Ports.

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et to know sweet wines. Taste them with simple desserts that don’t fight for your attention. Simple slices of fruit, pound cake or angel food cake can get you started. Here are some examples of some of my holiday favorites; Raspberry Baked Alaska has always signified “a special holiday occasion” to me. Engaging in lively conversation while watching mounds of showy meringue over ice cream or raspberry sorbet being flamed and browned tableside is doubly memorable around the holidays. A vintage, or LBV, port with berry flavors is a great complement to the raspberry sorbet. Plum Gazettes welcome a cooler season as plums bridge the end of summer and beginning of fall and the holiday season. Black Muscat would be a good sweet wine choice with these flaky pastries. By understanding sweet wine flavor characteristics and pairing suggestions you will be on your way this season to pairing your holiday dessert memories with your favorite holiday sweet wines for a double decadent taste experience.

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he wine should be equal or slightly sweeter than the dessert. This is very important! The sweeter the dessert, the sweeter the wine, otherwise it will taste sour, tart or bitter.

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air wines that are high in acidity either with rich, creamy desserts like cinnamon rice pudding to cut their richness or with light, warm or chilled fall and winter fruit compotes for the holidays.

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omplement or gently contrast the dessert flavors with the wine flavors.

omplement the weight of the wine to the richness of the dessert. Light body wine with a light dessert or contrast with a rich creamy cheesecake.

rice is no object! A typical serving of dessert wine is 3 ounces; therefore sweet wines can be easy on the pocketbook.

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iet is no problem as we watch the calorie consumption rise around holidays. Dessert wines contain no fat. Coupled with a modest serving of dessert, even dieters can enjoy them in moderation.

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Making the Match: A vintage, or LBV, port

aspberry Baked Alaska

with berry flavors is a nice complement to the raspberry sorbet. I love Charles B. Mitchel Vineyards Cucamonga Valley Old vine Zinfandel Port (California).

3 large eggs 6 tablespoons sugar Â˝ teaspoon pure vanilla extract Âž cup cake flour, sifted

2 pints raspberry sorbet 5 large egg whites 2/3 cup superfine or granulated sugar

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and position a rack in the lower third of the oven. Butter the sides of a 9-inch round cake pan and dust with flour.

Place a generous scoop of sorbet atop each cake round. Transfer the sheet to the freezer until frozen solid, about an hour.

In a standing mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat the eggs and 6 tablespoons sugar at high speed until they are thick, pale, and tripled in volume, about 5 minutes. Use a hand whisk to gently but thoroughly fold in the vanilla and flour. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake until the cake pulls away from the sides of the top and is golden brown, about 20 minutes. Cool the cake.

Beat the egg whites in a clean bowl at high speed until they are foamy. Gradually add the 2/3 cup of sugar. Beat until the meringue is smooth, glossy, and holds stiff peaks.

Run a knife around the edge of the cake to loosen and then invert onto a plate. Remove the parchment paper. With a long serrated knife, cut the cake horizontally into 2 layers. Place the layers on a flat surface and cut out 8 rounds using a 3-inch cutter. Arrange the rounds on the lined baking sheet.

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Remove the cake and sorbet rounds from the freezer. Working quickly spread the meringue over the top and sides of the sorbet and cake. Swirl the meringue in a decorative pattern. Return to the freezer until needed. Just before serving, preheat the oven to 500 degrees F and position a rack as low as possible. Quickly brown the meringue and serve immediately. Makes 8 servings. For more information about Mary's recipes visit marycech.com

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This Fall season reigning heavyweight champion of Italian fashion Giorgio Armani, staged two runway shows, launched a new underwear campaign with singer Rihanna and welcomed guests into his newly-opened mega clean and opulent Armani Hotel Milano, his luxury inn’s first fashion season. The huge influence of Asian and Thirties elegance in this designer’s aesthetic was evident both in his

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hotel and on his runway, as the soft shouldered suits and non-colors of cement and slate of his latest show, echoed the curvy pre-war style sofas, desks and walls, as well as the understated hues of

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his classy high-tech home. Presented in Armani’s custom-made show theatre on Tuesday, Jan. 17, his fall 2012 menswear collection was more path-breaking than many recent shows – even containing some natty examples of a huge Milan trend, knitted trousers, though in this case, they were cut like tapered jogging pants, albeit with triple pleated pants. “Quite frankly, I feel more comfortable in large pants rather than tight ones. Everyone does. And comfort is an essential part of luxury,” Armani said. He also went outside the envelope with a new airy tweed, rejecting its rural tradition for a beautifully deconstructed silhouette, seen in a series of rather 56

magisterially suits. Hyper-thick felt wool used in casual double-breasted jackets and in audacious biker jackets meet cardigans, followed by a sextet of mannequins in rugged velour mountain jackets worn over Armani’s new ribbed cord jogging trousers were a testament to how this septuagenarian designer still keeps his ideas fresh.

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Two days before in Emporio Armani, his choice of tasseled, golfing loafers, waffle nylon mini jackets

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and dashing aviator in search of a party faded leather jackets in smoke gray and anthracite had

plenty of youthful elan too. Though the fashion pack will probably best remember this season for the designer’s hotel. “The hotel is very important. We have had an incredible echo from people and the media. They both found a scent of Armani in every speck of the place. The quality of materials and taste should help people understand the aesthetics I strongly believe in. I feel at ease there, like in my own home. Plus, you can see from the hotel that my clothes and the way I live have very similar aesthetics,” insisted Armani.

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ITALY’S MOST DESIRABLE EXOTIC CARS By Lyndon Conrad Bell When it comes to exotic cars, the Italians rule the collective imagination of the planet. The legendary names Ferrari, Lamborghini and Maserati evoke images of achingly beautiful, fast, exclusive, and infinitely desirable automobiles. However, these brands are about more than just cars. Each also harbors the heritage of success of some of the most determined entrepreneurs the world has ever known. Thus, when you buy one of these cars, you’re buying more than just a rolling piece of sculpture; you’re also buying a testament to the success of the legendary individuals whose names adorn them. These cars look like dreams come true because they are. The imaginations and the subsequent accomplishments of their manufacturers are the foundation upon which rests their ultimate allure. From the very origin of their companies, each of the people behind these cars set out to create the most extraordinary automobiles the world had ever witnessed. While the roots of Ferrari and Maserati can be traced directly to racing, the roots of perhaps the most extroverted car of them all actually goes back to…tractor manufacturing.

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LAMBORGHINI AVENTADOR Ferrucio Lamborghini was an Italian tractor manufacturer with an appreciation for the finer things in life. This included Ferrari sports cars, until one of his Ferraris suffered a recurring clutch problem. When Lamborghini confronted Enzo Ferrari about the situation and the paucity of customer service his dealer exhibited, Ferrari dismissed Lamborghini’s concerns as trivial. Offended by Ferrari’s perceived arrogance, Lamborghini decided to build his own sports car—one superior to Ferrari’s in every way. Today’s ultimate manifestation of that desire is the Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4, one of the fastest road cars ever made. Boasting 700 horsepower, 507 foot-pounds of torque, and a curb weight of just over 3,400 pounds, the Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4 will accelerate to 60 miles per hour in 2.5 seconds and will achieve a top speed of 217 miles per hour. Just as in the most highly advanced racing cars, the Aventador’s 6.5-liter V12 engine is positioned behind the driver—but in front of the rear

wheels—in what is known as a midengine configuration. This keeps as much of the car’s weight as possible centrally located, enabling outstanding agility and road holding. Further, equipped with all-wheel drive, the Aventador LP 700-4 is blessed with outstanding tractability. The Lamborghini uses a seven-speed automated manual transmission. Crafted almost entirely from carbon fiber, the Aventador is both lightweight and extremely strong. The entire passenger compartment of the Lamborghini is of one piece, and constructed of carbon fiber. Other key components of its aggressively angular body are made from aluminum; including the engine cover, the cargo cover, the doors, and the front fenders. While the look of the car is undeniably beautiful, each of its lines serves a function. The sharply honed front end, the extremely low roofline and the distinctive rear diffuser all permit the Lamborghini to slice through the air with minimal resistance, thus translating as much of the engine’s output as possible into forward motion. As have all of Lamborghini’s cars since the legendary Countach (koon TASH) of the 1970’s, the Aventador features upwardly opening doors for a bit of added drama. The air intakes on the Lamborghini open and close on demand, based upon the Aventador’s need for cooling air. This further improves the aerodynamics of the Lamborghini. The V12 engine, considered a work of art unto itself, is displayed beneath a transparent cover. As have been all of Lamborghini’s mid-engine supercars (save one, the Countach), the Aventador takes its name from the world of bullfighting. Exhibiting exceptional courage, tenacity and aggressiveness, Aventador was a particularly fierce fighting bull, which earned the respect of the bullfighting community in October of 1993 at the Zaragoza bullfighting arena in Madrid.

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MASERATI QUATTROPORTE GT S Società Anonima Officine Alfieri Maserati was a company of six of the seven Maserati brothers (Alfieri, Bindo, Carlo, Ernesto, Ettore and Mario) founded in 1914. Their number comprised of engineers, an artist, and a racing driver (Alfieri); the brothers began their careers building racing cars for one of the dominant auto manufacturers of their day. When that company suspended its racing operations, the brothers continued to build racing cars under their own name. Alfieri Maserati won the prestigious Targa Florio road race in 1926 in one of the first Maserati racing cars. While the first Maserati road car was built in 1947, the 1957 Maserati 3500 GT marked the transition of the company from a builder of racing cars to road car manufacturing. Rather than an out and out sports car, the 3500 GT was a grand touring car. While exciting to drive, the GT was also comfortable and practical for daily use. Today’s ultimate iteration of that ideal is the Maserati Quattroporte GT S. Fitted with a 433-horsepower V8 engine (designed by Ferrari engineers) capable of revving to 7,100 rpm and producing 362 foot-pounds of torque, the Maserati Quattroporte Sport GT S is without question Italy’s most fabulous luxury sedan. The engine’s exhaust system employs air valves that open to reduce backpressure in the exhaust; this has the effect of

increasing the engine’s maximum power output, creating a throaty roar at low engine speeds, and unleashing the full symphonic sound of a highly tuned sports car at higher rpm. The ultimate iteration of the Maserati Quattroporte sedan for the enthusiastic driver, the Sport GT S, is poised some 10 mm lower on its suspension than the standard Quattroporte. This, in conjunction with the Maserati’s 20-inch wheels and low-profile performance tires, gives the GT S a more aggressive look, as well as superior handling. The palatial interior features performance-oriented touches such as aluminum pedals, shift paddles on the steering column, and perforated Alcantara upholstery. The fabric looks extraordinarily rich while simultaneously holding the Maserati’s fortunate occupants in place as the car engages in the type of automotive acrobatics sure to bring a smile to the face of any driving aficionado. The plush material is also employed on the door panels, the center front armrest, the steering wheel, and the gearshift knob. Possessing the graceful style, beauty and lavish accoutrements for which exotic Italian cars are well renowned, along with the sound and performance potential of a highly tuned sports car, the Quattroporte Sport GT S is practically unrivaled in the automotive industry.

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FERRARI F12BERLINETTA Every person with at least a passing interest in sports cars has heard the name Enzo Ferrari at some point. Interestingly though, Ferrari had very little interest in road going sports cars. He only turned to producing a line of street cars to generate income to support his racing activities. Which, by the way, have been consistently some of the most successful ever known. Further, Scuderia Ferrari is the only racing team to have competed in the Formula One World Championship continuously since its inception in 1950. José Froilán González gave the team its first F1 victory at the 1951 British Grand Prix. The current Ferrari racing team has won five of the eleven world Formula 1 championships decided so far in this century (2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2007). Despite Enzo Ferrari’s reticence toward building street cars, the ones bearing his name are among the most highly coveted known to humankind. In fact, the name Ferrari is synonymous with the phrase “exotic sports car”. The 3,362-pound Ferrari F12berlinetta’s 6.3-liter V12 engine spins out 740 horsepower at 8,500 rpm and 508 foot-pounds of torque at 6,000 rpm. This makes the Berlinetta capable of running to 60 miles per hour in around three seconds and endows it

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with a top speed of 211 miles per hour. A rear-mounted, seven-speed, dual-clutch, automated manual transmission routes the engine’s output to the rear wheels. The F12berlinetta’s spaceframe chassis (a highly effective technique incorporated directly from racing car design) and its bodyshell use 12 different kinds of metal alloys for exceptional strength— coupled with light weight. Mounting the transmission at the rear of the Ferrari establishes its weight distribution at 46 percent front to 54 percent rear, despite the model being a front-engined car. This gives the F12berlinetta exceptional handling characteristics. Further, innovative aerodynamic techniques reduce the atmosphere’s drag on the Ferrari while simultaneously helping it stay glued to the road. The

F12berlinetta’s “Aero Bridge” uses the hood of the Ferrari to channel air flowing over the upper part of the Ferrari to its flanks where it interacts with the wake from the wheel wells. This simultaneously decreases drag and generates downforce. The Ferrari’s Active Brake Cooling system opens the guide vanes to the brakes’ cooling ducts only when needed—at high operating temperatures—to further reduce drag. The current pinnacle of the Ferrari GT and sports car lineup, the Ferrari F12berlinetta is the most powerful road going Ferrari ever built. This car, along with the Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 and the Maserati Quattroporte Sport GT S, clearly reflect the intentions of their respective company’s founders and rank as the most desirable cars the world has ever known.

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