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Timeless Celebrity

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Inspired watch selections for the connoisseur.

“Someday… this family heirloom watch will be yours” What to look for when buying a watch that will be passed down for generations.

20 Welcome to the club Timepieces made timeless by the stars who wear them onscreen.

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Style

Style

Try these jewelry fashions to look like the hottest stars.

28 Kate Winslet

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Learn the Top 5 Essentials for building a complete jewelry wardrobe.

44 Jewelry we love

After six nominations, stylish Kate finally has her Oscar.

Want the prettiest things?

Check out these necklaces and rings.

52 Diamonds rosato

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Jewelry

Everything you need to know about diamonds, whether buying for your significant other or yourself.

56 Pearls Your grandmother knew the classic nature of pearls. Today’s pearl offerings present a dazzling new crop.

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The latest jewelry designs available in the Caribbean.

Watch 68

Style

Why everyone needs a wardrobe of watches—four must-have styles.

70 Watches we love Editors’ favorites that will become yours too!

Shopping Style

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Why shop in the Caribbean?

74 Luxury for less We’ll show you how to look like a million while spending less.

78 Style file Find everything your jewelry wardrobe needs.

Personal

Life

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Style

Be prepared for the fun and sun with our makeup, skincare and fashion tips.

88 Men’s grooming Get a great shave.

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Style134

Interior designer Nate Berkus offers his “home rules.”

Setting it straight Set the perfect table.

92 Toast of Hollywood Now you will know what to serve when Brad and Angelina (or Paris or Gisele…) come over.

94 Creative origins Take a peek into the lifestyles of the hottest watch and jewelry designers on the scene.

98 Soak up the sun… ...in these fabulous Caribbean travel destinations.

102 Shopping

Index

Where to shop for the brands featured in Discover Style.

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proJeCt editor

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proJeCt Art direCtor

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david Yurman www.davidyurman.com

beth wood

Art direCtor

dior www.dior.com diversa www.diversajewelry.com ernst benz www.ernstbenz.com fendi www.fendi.com grenada board of tourism www.grenadagrenadines.com hearts on fire www.heartsonfire.com Kabana www.kabana.net Mark henry alexandrite www.markhenryjewelry.com Maurice lacroix www.mauricelacroix.com Mikimoto www.mikimotoamerica.com Montblanc www.montblanc.com Philip stein www.philipstein.com Puerto rico tourism company www.gotopuertorico.com rebecca www.testiusa.com rosato www.rosato.it

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cArrie Julier

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Treat

Yourself kabana

Ladies, are you waiting for Mr. Right to bathe you in jewels or propose with a fabulous diamond? Here at Discover Style, we say celebrate your independence. Diamonds are a girl’s best friend—so why wait for a man to bring them to you?

Every woman knows the feeling of trying on an exquisite piece of jewelry.

You deserve it, so treat yourself to a stunner. The best part? There is truly no time like the present to find the best deals in diamonds, especially in the Caribbean where prices are tax- and duty-free.

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“It all comes down to treating yourself,” says Port & Shopping Guide Sasha de Silva. “Women are earning more, and are more independent nowadays.

Rather than wait for someone to buy it for them,

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women are going out there and making sure that

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they get what they want.”

Sasha and her partner, Jared Wemyss, have PrOPOse tO me! setting the scene onboArd

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noticed a trend in women making high-end purchases for themselves, which we explore in

Treat Yourself (pg. 54). Congratulations

Jared W emyss and Sasha de Silv a

to Sasha and Jared, by the way. They were recently recognized for outstanding achievement and customer service as Port & Shopping Guides. In their onboard roles, they inform passengers about the

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best deals while in port.

On the cover: Academy Award®-winner Kate Winslet EllIS PARRIndER/RETnA lTd

Throughout the pages of Discover Style, you can find what you really want: the newest and most dazzling styles in jewelry, diamonds, pearls and watches. Check out

Top 5 Jewelry Essentials (pg. 38) and Luxury for Less (pg. 74).

Gracing our 2010 cover is the glamorous

Kate Winslet (cover story, pg. 28), who

exudes effortless style and natural beauty. Her ease in front of the camera sends women a message that the most attractive asset is being comfortable in your own skin. And speaking of skin, we also show both men and women how to care for their skin in

Personal Style (page 86).

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We hope you will enjoy this issue of Discover Style. Enjoy your cruise and have fun shopping!

The Staff of Discover Style

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Style Inspired watch selections for the connoisseur

A con路nois路seur: 1: expert; especially one who understands the details, technique, or principles of an art and is competent to act as a discerning judge 2: one who enjoys with discrimination and appreciation of subtleties.

In the watch world, the above definition would include anyone possessing one of the classic timepieces shown at right.

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Clockwise from top left: Sport Chrono Automatic, Montblanc; Pontos Petite Seconde, Maurice Lacroix; Happy Diamonds Collection, Chopard; Ballon Bleu Chrono, Cartier.

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“Someday… this family

heirloom watch will be yours”

BY SARA CHURCHVILLE

Ryan Seacrest wears the Masterpiece Masterchrono

by Maurice Lacroix.

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BY DANIELLE CoHEN

The emotion attached to a loved one’s watch—one that has been passed down through generations—can be just as meaningful as the family tree itself.

Whether the watch commemorates an occasion, is linked to a memorable story or exemplifies the wearer’s personality and style, people typically pass along items with meaning to them, explains Noel Poirier, director of the National Watch and Clock Museum in Columbia, Pa. To ensure the initial investment continues to hold value—not only sentimentally but also financially—experts advise investing in a brand with proven longevity, such as Cartier, Patek Philippe or Chopard, starting with a less expensive model, ranging from $3,000 to $10,000.

Watches five years old or more are sound investments, while vintage men’s wristwatches at least 20 years old have the most potential to increase in worth, says collectible-watch dealer Jeff Harris of Jeff Harris Fine Arts, based in Beverly Hills.

Purchasing from a reputable retailer ensures authenticity and a warranty, according to Poirier.

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Watch collecting often is inspired by a childhood admiration for a movie star and his accoutrements. For instance, the timepieces sported by Steve McQueen, both onscreen and in real life, have become coveted keepsakes for fans and watch collectors. McQueen’s Rolex Submariner sold for $234,000 at an auction that also included the iconic TAG Heuer Monaco worn by the screen idol in the film Le Mans.

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Above: The stars of Ocean's Thirteen: Matt Damon, Brad Pitt and George Clooney. Below, Steve McQueen in Le Mans.

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The legendary movie star, auto-racing enthusiast and watch collector is slated to be remembered in a biopic starring Brad Pitt—a watch collector himself and reportedly a huge Steve McQueen fan. Pitt, who channels a bit of McQueen’s cool in the Ocean’s Eleven franchise, appears in an ad for TAG Heuer’s Carrera.

More than meets the eye.

Pontos Décentrique GMT Limited Edition.

Unique design concept, formed by its off-centre indications and spherical effects.

Patented date indication developed by Maurice Lacroix. Innovative second time zone with day and night indication. Titanium case and dial. www.mauricelacroix.com

ANTIGUA – Diamonds International – ARUBA – Diamonds International, Kay’s Fine Jewelry – BAHAMAS – DI Watch & Design, Venetian Jewelers – BARBADOS – Diamonds International, The Royal Shop – BELIZE – DI Watch & Design – BERMUDA – Crisson – CABO SAN LUCAS – DI Watch & Design – COSTA MAYA – DI Watch & Design – COZUMEL – Diamonds International, DI Watch & Design – CURACAO – The Old Freeport Shop – GRAND CAYMAN – Flagship Store, Grand Cayman Jewellers, Landmark Jewellers – HAITI – Les Galleries – JAMAICA – MONTEGO BAY – Jewels & Time – JAMAICA – OCHO RIOS – House of Diamonds, Jewels & Time – KEY WEST – Tanzanite International – MAZATLAN – Diamonds International – PUERTO RICO – Blue Diamond – PUERTO VALLARTA – Diamonds International – ST. KITTS – Diamonds International, Kay’s Fine Jewelry – ST. LUCIA – Diamonds International – ST. MAARTEN – DI Watch & Design, Joe’s Jewelry International, Majesty Jewelers – ST. THOMAS – Diamonds International, DI Watch & Design, Royal Caribbean

Bezel: The ring surrounding the watch dial (or face). The bezel is usually made of gold, gold plate or stainless steel.

Originally, the bezel was the glass ring in the case that was snapped with the pressed-in crystal onto the center part of the watch case. Decorative and rotating rings are often called “bezels” today.

Case: The protective cover on a watch.

Cases are available in a variety of types and materials and come in many shapes (round, square, oval, rectangular, barrel-shaped or pillow-shaped).

watch glossary

Explaining a complication need not be complicated. Below are some commonly used watch terms.

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Jennifer Aniston received a watch as a gift from musician John Mayer during their courtship.

Complication: An additional mechanism in mechanical wristwatches that can be made only by specialists. The most important complications for mechanical watches include chronographs, calendars, retrograde indicators, striking works and alarms.

Another celebrity watch collector is singersongwriter John Mayer, a Rolex aficionado who is said to have given models from the company’s President collection to his then-girlfriends Jessica Simpson and Jennifer Aniston.

Crystal: The transparent cover on a watch face made of glass crystal, synthetic sapphire or plastic. Better watches often have a sapphire crystal, which is highly resistant to scratching or shattering.

Quartz movement: Quartz crystals are very accurate and can be mass-produced, which makes them less expensive than most mechanical movements requiring a higher degree of craftsmanship.

Mechanical watch: A timepiece driven by a spring or weight and which has a balance or pendulum as a timekeeping element.

Self-winding mechanism: An additional mechanism using the wearer’s arm movements to tighten the mainspring of a mechanical watch. As the spring releases, it powers the watch.

Water resistance: Terms such as “water-resistant to 50 meters” or “water-resistant to 200 meters” indicate that the watch can be worn underwater to various depths.

Sources: BJSOnline.com and Maurice Lacroix.

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Crown: Also called a stem or pin, a crown is the button on the outside of the watch case that is used to set the time and date. In a mechanical watch the crown also winds the mainspring. In this case it is also called a “winding stem.”

So how do celebs get started in watch collecting? “As you acquire wealth, you’re presented with a lot of interesting investment options,” says Jeff Harris, a high-end watch dealer. He says stars are attracted to collecting because watches are a discreet and transportable representation of status and style.

Non-celebrity collectors who can afford the very best can purchase a Patek Philippe. Harris calls Patek Philippe “the cornerstone of vintage and modern watch collecting,” primarily because of a consummate archive that makes it easy to verify the provenance of every watch.

Parts of a fine watch: intricate details COLUMN WHEEL RELEASE LEVER HAMMER BLOCKER COUPLING WHEEL MINUTE WHEEL CARRIER WHEEL CHRONOGRAPH WHEEL HAMMER SPRING CHRONOGRAPH BRIDGE

SWAN NECK PRECISION ADJUSTMENT

Celebrity Style

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Whether strolling down Rodeo Drive, dazzling us at gala premieres or appearing on the Red Carpet, these trendsetters and up-and-comers wear the latest in designer accessories.

Photo courtesy of tag heuer

Follow the trends with these style icons

Elsa Pataky wears Montblanc Premiere Rencontre necklace and earrings, while attending the Inglourious Basterds premiere in 2009.

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Leonardo DiCaprio sports a TAG Heuer GC Calibre 36 RS2 caliper chronon.

Renee Zellweger flashes her David Yurman Hematite Split Shank Oval Ring in sterling silver with pavĂŠ diamonds.

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Jessica Biel attends the Cartier 100th Anniversary in America Celebration at the Cartier Fifth Avenue Mansion in New York City. She is wearing a ring, scalloped necklace and double flower clip bracelet, all in yellow gold and diamonds, from Cartier's Tradition Collection.

Photo courtesy of PhiliP stein

Oprah Winfrey, shown here with first lady Michelle Obama, wears a Philip Stein diamond and mother-of-pearl watch with platinum silk calf strap from the Signature Collection.

Photo courtesy of choPard

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Mariah Carey sparkles and shines at the 2009 Cannes Film Festival in a fancy cut diamond necklace and matching earrings, both

by Chopard.

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House star Hugh Laurie wears the

Ernst Benz 47mm

ChronoSport Contemporary with a black dial and black alligator strap at the Emmys.

Photo courtesy of soPhia fiori

Carrie Ann Inaba, judge from Dancing with the Stars, displays her

Sophia Fiori

18K white-gold bracelet with 14 carats of white diamonds, at a 2008 Emmy Awards pre-party.

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After six nominations, Kate Winslet finally got her Oscar!

...To be beautiful, you don’t have to be super slim.

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Kate Winslet:

Grace and Style

by ricK robertS

Moments from The Reader

Kate Winslet didn’t set out to top the A-list, much less win an Academy Award®, but the mother of two, who was catapulted to fame and got her first Oscar® nomination in the global phenomenon Titanic opposite Leonardo DiCaprio, has become one of Hollywood’s most fascinating and respected actresses.

“I don’t feel like a movie star and I don’t think I behave like one,” Winslet says. “To me, you’re a star when you’re on the red carpet being glamorous and getting your picture taken, but I wouldn’t describe myself as chic. Afterwards, I’m totally ready to go back to being Mummy.”

ON THE WINNING SIDE that’s not to say Winslet (no stranger to high-fashion designers, from chanel and Dolce & Gabbana to badgley Mischka) didn’t look dazzling at the 2009 oscars in a two-tone black yves Saint Laurent gown (pictured on page 36). She admits going through three stylists before settling on the one-shoulder asymmetrical look the night she took home the prize. the 33-year-old british beauty collected the gold statue for best Actress for her wrenching performance as a Nazi concentration camp guard who relives her past at a war crimes trial in The Reader.

After five previous nominations for Little Children, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Iris, Titanic and Sense and Sensibility, she teased, “i had practiced my loser’s look but finally i didn’t get a chance to use it.”

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Winslet wore this classy Zac Posen number when she won the 2009 BAFTA (British Academy of Film and Television Arts) Award for Best Actress for her performance in The Reader.

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(Celebrity style) FAMILY COMES FIRST Winslet’s life is centered in her marriage to Academy Awardwinning director Sam Mendes (American Beauty) and in raising their 6-year-old son Joe and 9-year-old daughter Mia (from her previous marriage to director Jim thereapleton). the couple has a country home in england, but spend most of their time in a trendy loft in Manhattan’s fashionable West chelsea. “the most important thing to me is that my children can have a normal life,” she says. “being a parent is absolutely the most extraordinary gift in the world, but at the same time it is chaotic, it is crazy, and there’s a lot of juggling that goes on. i sometimes feel i’m the sweatiest mother picking up her kids at school. but i try to stay relaxed and let Joe and Mia be who they are and play

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and make a mess.”

Top: Winslet in Little Children. Left: With Johnny Depp in Finding Neverland.

Below: All dolled up for the 2008 Revolutionary Road premiere.

“i rely a lot on Sam,” she adds. “it’s tough for guys because so much is expected of them in terms of helping out with the kids but i am blessed to have a husband who says, ‘right, it’s 6:15,

Winslet has played a variety of roles, from a virgin to a cheating housewife to a Nazi guard.

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you get in the shower, i’ll make the coffee.’ When i get out of the shower, he goes, ‘Here’s your coffee, darling, shall we get the kids up now?' i mean it’s pretty fantastic.” even with a model husband at her side, Winslet has discovered that combining a high-profile career with parenting leaves her little time for herself. “it is difficult to find that time, but, to be honest with you, i would much rather spend it with my kids anyway,” she says. “i think what’s more of a struggle is being able to go out and have dinner with your husband. For some reason it’s possible to get everyone out the door to school, clothed and with their hair brushed and their teeth brushed, but getting to go out and have a margarita and a pizza with Sam seems to be the most challenging thing of all.”

While Winslet gets a lot of help to look stunning in her public appearances and on movie sets, it isn’t a part of her daily routine. “i think when you have kids you don’t care as much about your appearance. i do the occasional facial which is the only time when i really indulge myself,” she says. “i have had my teeth bleached. i only go to the gym occasionally. Actually, after 30

being pregnant, i love those little leftover marks on your body.”

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Filmography

(Celebrity style) HEAVENLY CREATURES [1994] She first got attention as a young murderess in a shocking true story of teen-age revenge, directed

by Peter Jackson, who went on to helm Lord of the Rings.

SENSE AND SENSIBILITY [1995] Her performance as the romantic Marianne Dashwood, in the big-screen version of the everpopular Jane Austen novel, brought her a first Oscar nomination for Best Actress.

HAMLET [1996] She took on Shakespeare in the classic role of the tortured Ophelia, opposite Kenneth Branagh– who starred as the Prince of Denmark and also directed.

JUDE [1996] She shocked audiences with her explicit nude scenes, playing the tragic Sue Bridehead in the film adaptation of the bleak Thomas Hardy novel.

TITANIC [1997] Oscar nomination No. 2 and worldwide fame for joining Leonardo DiCaprio in Titanic, a starcrossed romance on the ill-fated ship, which made them stars.

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IRIS [2001] She scored her third Oscar nomination, for her supporting role as the daughter of acclaimed British novelist Iris Murdoch.

ETERNAL SUNSHINE OF THE SPOTLESS MIND [2004] Another shot at Oscar for her performance opposite Jim Carrey, as his punk-haired girlfriend whose memory has been erased.

FINDING NEVERLAND [2004] A touching turn as the widowed mother of four who inspired J. M. Barrie, played by Johnny Depp, to write Peter Pan. LITTLE CHILDREN [2006] Oscar nomination No. 5 for her wrenching portrayal of a suburban housewife trapped in a loveless marriage, who embarks on a steamy affair with a neighbor played by Patrick Wilson.

REVOLUTIONARY ROAD [2008] After 21 years, she and Titanic co-star Leonardo DiCaprio are reunited in a disturbing story of a couple trying to cope with the boredom of their marriage in suburbia, directed by her husband, Sam Mendes.

THE READER [2008] A sleeper hit that captured the hearts of Academy Awards voters, who finally gave her the Oscar for her performance as a former Nazi guard who seduces a teen-age boy and eventually faces a lifelong secret.

Winslet with her husband, director Sam Mendes, after winning her Oscar in 2009

INSPIRING BODY CONFIDENCE Speaking of her curvaceous figure, which she’s frequently bared on the big screen, Winslet can only shrug at the seeming gulf between her real-life domesticity and the intensity of explicit nude love scenes in so many of her films.

“They are really hard to do,” she says. “I never enjoy them. I hate the fact that they’re there.

But at the end of the day, as long as you really believe they’re necessary for the story then you can fill them with as much honesty as possible. The first two minutes is the worst. After that, you’re more concerned about getting it right and the anxiety goes away.”

Her first time baring all was with Kenneth Branagh in Hamlet, which he also directed. “At the end of a take we’d be lying there completely naked and Ken would say, ‘Excuse me babe, I’ve got to check the scene.’ They’d rush in with a monitor and he’d stand there in the nude watching the playback while I was giggling to myself.”

Winslet didn’t always have this level of body confidence. As an overweight teen, she says, “I was uncomfortable and self-conscious. I got teased and I was very insecure. I think there was a point where I became addicted to losing weight and I went too far.” But she says she was never anorexic.

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(Celebrity style) Fashion Sense and Sensibility She may be happiest being Mummy, but Kate looks fabulous playing dress-up, too

in those vulnerable years, Winslet’s weight yo-yoed—reaching nearly 200 pounds at her heaviest.

1. Sleek and streamlined style. At the 2007 oscars, in a one-shoulder dress by Valentino.

“i haven’t had any personal weight

A touch of golden jewelry completes the elegant feel.

struggles in a long time,” she continues.

2. Charming cocktail length. At the Santa barbara Film Festival in 2009, in a

“i guess i’ve achieved a level of success through not being a waif and i hope

simple yet flattering sheath by Narciso rodriguez.

there’s sort of a message in that for other

3. Sophisticated elegance. At the 81st Academy Awards in 2009, she finally received

women—to be successful and loved and to

the coveted oscar, looking elegant in this yves Saint Laurent gown. Stunning, sparkling

be beautiful, you don’t have to be super

diamonds add the perfect touch of contrast against her black gown.

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thing i’ve ever heard in my life.”

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Looking back on her career, in which she startled Hollywood by going from the super success of Titanic to the tiny indie film Hideous Kinky, Winslet reflects, “i think for a lot of young actors when you’re successful and you have paychecks being flashed before your eyes, it’s very difficult to forget that you must hang on to who you are because otherwise you have no soul and you have then nothing to give to this job that we’re all trying to do.”

After Titanic, many offers came her way “that would have changed my life but i wasn’t ready,” she says.

Winslet owes a lot of her success to her parents, who always told her to do her best and that that was good enough. She duplicates that teaching with her own kids. “that’s what i say to my daughter and my son in everything because i think it’s tremendously important to instill that kind of confidence in a child. My daughter will repeat it back to me. She says, ‘i’m doing

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my best because my best is good enough.’”

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Color has the power to inspire emotions, to alter mood, and to enhance personality.

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Victoria by Sophia Fiori has five interchangeable diamond bands that can instantly transform the ring to reflect your many different moods and passions.

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Top 5 Jewelry Essentials

Jewelry

Style by carrie Julier We all own wardrobe basics we can’t live without. Blue jeans, a white button-down, black pumps and the little black dress defy trends and seasons. These are the items that offer value and style year after year.

It’s easy to build a jewelry wardrobe that offers the same value and wearability. Shopping in the Caribbean affords you the perfect opportunity to build or add to your jewelry wardrobe. Discover Style makes it easy with the five jewelry essentials you’ll wear every day and into the night.

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Diamond Stud Earrings

2. Necklace or Chain 3. Right-Hand Ring

Here’s how we’d make Penelope Cruz sparkle even more.

4. Diamond Bracelet 5. Watch

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Men, read carefully!

Your birthday and anniversary gift-giving problems are solved.

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Diamond studs are the item every woman must own. This is the jewelry item that offers the best value because you will never take them off. Diamond studs will remain prized possessions in your family for generations to come. This can be a gift for yourself or the perfect present (hint hint!) from your significant other.

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1. Diamond Stud Earrings

2. Necklace A fabulous necklace or chain is the finishing touch to a great outfit. You don’t need to own a lot of necklaces.

Many designs available today can be worn up to ten different ways. Change the length, layer a necklace two or three times, then add enhancers and pendants for even more looks. See your Port & Shopping Guide onboard to learn how necklaces can add style to your wardrobe.

3. Right-Hand Ring

The right-hand ring tells the world who you are. Choose something with a lot of sparkle to celebrate your energy and love of life. Or look for a splash of color to reflect your sense of fun and adventure.

Whatever you choose, a right-hand ring should be all about you.

4. Diamond Bracelet

Look back at style icons from any era and a diamond bracelet is always a staple of their jewelry wardrobe.

Choose from classic tennis bracelets or fabulous bangles. Today’s fashion icons, such as Angelina Jolie and Sarah Jessica Parker, stack multiple diamond pieces or wear a diamond bracelet with their watch to add a touch of sparkle.

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5. Watch

Your watch is the piece of jewelry you wear every day, so it makes sense to invest in a high-quality timepiece.

Watches also define status and personal style. The watch you wear on your wrist says as much about you as the car you drive or the home you live in. Be sure to check out Discover Style’s “Build a Wardrobe of Watches” (pg. 68) to find the watch that’s perfect for you.

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Discover Style’s Expert Advice If you see a piece of jewelry you love, buy it.

The Caribbean features the widest range of designers in the world, with styles you won’t find anywhere else. And prices are duty-free and tax-free.

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Necklaces we love

Clockwise from top left: CHOPARD The heart, a universal symbol of love and tenderness, interpreted in Chopard’s legendary Happy Diamonds collection.

BALISSIMA A heart-shaped pendant perfectly set with 4.3 carats of multi-hued pink sapphires in sterling silver. KABANA Displayed on a chain from the new Blush Collection, Kabana’s signature heart pendant in rose gold with natural pink mother-of-pearl and diamonds. KORITE Created with passion and inspired by love, Korite's Ammolite Venice Heart pendant set in 14K gold with diamonds.

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Put instant style in your wardrobe with these feminine and versatile necklaces.

With a variety of styles, one is sure to match your taste

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From top: HEARTS ON FIRE Known as “the world’s most perfectly cut diamond,” it offers simplicity and elegance for every day and for every occasion. CARTIER From the Trinity Collection: three pastel rings illuminated by diamonds and displayed on fine chains in three different colors of gold.

DIVERSA Here’s something that becomes completely different whenever you desire change. DiVersa’s pendant, in white gold and blue diamonds, can be worn closed, as shown, or open. Below: SCOTT KAY Hand-forged sterling silver applied with Spartan engravings inspires this black sapphire necklace, from the Faith Collection. Designer Scott Kay believes “true jewelry is not an accessory; it’s an art.”

Montblanc:

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Étoile de Montblanc fountain pen is no mere writing instrument, but is a piece of jewelry that happens to write. The stunning Étoile decorates the hand that is using it, much as its ink enhances the paper it is writing on.

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Counterclockwise from top right: Biwa Collection by Yvel is a beautiful 18k gold collection set with diamonds, enhancing the natural color and beauty of pearls.

ROSATO Hand-painted enamel ring on .925 sterling silver from Rosato's Venere Collection. Manufactured in Italy by artisans who learned their skills traditionally— passed down through generations. DAvID YURMAN From the Cerise Collection, sterling silver Cable ring with faceted blue topaz and pavé diamond bezel. MARK HeNRY The Alexandrite authority offers the opportunity for its owner to become one in a million. Witness instant, dramatic color change found only in this collection.

ReBeCCA The unusual Tropezienne three-stone ring with amethyst, peridot and citrine stones is one of the hottest items in the entire Rebecca line. With this burst of vibrant Caribbean colors, you are sure to get noticed during your vacation and back home. SOPHIA FIORI Elegance and intelligent design define this ultra-modern blue diamond ring. "Venus" is the premier blue diamond piece from Sophia Fiori.

CROWN OF lIGHT This ring is a stunner. The secret is in the patented cut—and the results are bright before your eyes.

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Propose to me

By Patti Roth

Surrounded by rose petals and candlelight, San Antonio Spurs point guard Tony Parker asked actress Eva Longoria to be his wife.

Parker didn’t get nearly as creative as some of the starry-eyed romantics who’ve popped the question while cruising. of course, a few of them had an advantage over Parker. he didn’t have the help of crew members who’ve become experts at sailing the sea of love: • a New york advertising executive proclaimed his love on the giant outdoor movie screen at the pool deck. it was sunset in the Caribbean. as guests relaxed on chaise lounges, the executive’s pre-taped video broadcast a photographic montage of him and his sweetheart. then, the words “marry me” flashed across the screen. She said yes, and the couple married on June 13, 2009.

• a guest from New Jersey collaborated with a cruise director to issue his marriage proposal during the talent show. the guest crooned The Way You Look Tonight à la Sinatra, and then he popped the question. the couple celebrated their engagement on stage with a slow dance, as then-cruise director Eric Bohus and a full orchestra continued the song. “the crowd gave them a standing ovation,’’ Bohus recalls. “a great show finale.’’

• Dressed up for formal night, a guest discreetly clued in the ship’s photographer to his intention. after the traditional pose with his gal in front of a baby grand piano, the guest dropped to his knee and pulled a ring from his pocket. the photographer was ready to capture her reaction, as the astonished woman happily clapped her hands to her cheeks.

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• Jay Pepper, an onboard activities staff member, proposed to his fiancée in a packed theater. after an elaborate musical production, Pepper stepped onstage, grabbed the microphone and declared to a dancer that he wanted to spend the rest of his life with her. “She gave me a little shove on the shoulder and nodded her head,’’ Pepper recalls. the crowd burst into applause.

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Eva Longoria’s engagement ring was custom-designed and includes a total of 248 minute diamonds emblazoned across its shank, as well as an intimate engraving with a personal message written by Parker and in his handwriting inside the ring. Get a similar look with this Hearts On Fire ring at right.

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From top: Victoria ring, Sophia Fiori; Crown Brilliant collection ring, Crown of Light; eight-sided diamond ring, The Eighty-Eight速; diamond-solitaire ring, Hearts On Fire; Round cut diamond ring, Crisscut速

Discover Style's Expert Advice

Photo by Edward FErnandEz

Many American couples upgrade their diamonds at some point in their marriage.

You can upgrade your diamond during this cruise by visiting one of our Guaranteed Retailers; see your Port & Shopping Guide to arrange an appointment. You can put a bigger, brighter stone in your current setting and set your original diamond in a pendant so you will always have it.

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Treat

Yourself

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The Four Cs

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The left hand is for

BY PATTI The right hand RoTh is for

ME

Diamonds often are associated with engagement rings and other romantic gestures from a man to a woman.

Some gals, however, are enthusiastically skipping the middleman and heading out on their own to buy something sparkly.

The object of their affection? Diamonds.

You don’t have to get engaged to have a diamond of your own. “Women are buying diamond jewelry of all kinds for themselves,” says designer Bernard Bachoura, owner of the Sophia Fiori jewelry company in Los Angeles.

“It is a powerful statement about independence and equality. The traditional engagement ring worn on the left ring finger is still generally purchased for a woman by her husband-to-be, but every other piece, from earrings to right-hand rings, is now being purchased by women for themselves.”

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carat

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Diamonds are graded on a scale established by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) that ranges from D (colorless) to Z (fancy yellow).

Those that come in colors, such as Sophia Fiori’s blue and pink stones, have become quite popular.

A carat is a unit that refers to the weight of the diamond, not to the size. Each carat is divided into 100 points. A one-andone-half-carat stone would be labeled 1.50 ct.

“It is irrelevant whether the piece is small or very substantial.

It is about the effect the jewelry has on the woman and how it makes her feel about herself.”

—Jewelry designer Bernard Bachoura, Sophia Fiori Jewelry

Inclusions are identifying characteristics, like tiny crystals, clouds or feathers, seen in a diamond.

Clarity refers to the relative presence or absence of inclusions; the size, nature, number and position of inclusions all influence the price.

The cut affects the amount of light reflected and dispersed through the diamond. The Eighty-Eight® diamond features eight sides and 88 facets, about 30 more facets than the average round diamond.

Hearts On Fire manufactures diamonds that, when magnified, display a spectacular ring of eight symmetrical hearts from the bottom and a fire-burst from the top.

Traditional diamond cuts, pictured from top: round, pear, trillion, oval, marquise, heart, emerald and princess

And there’s no better time and place to treat yourself than while shopping in the Caribbean, says Port & Shopping Guide Pippa Taylor, who finds price and selection here are too tempting to pass up. She and her fellow onboard guides can assist guests “on the ship and in the port to make sure they get the best value for their money and the most beautiful diamond their money can buy.”

So if you’re thinking of buying something for yourself, remember: You deserve it, says Port & Shopping Guide Liz Wadden, so buy what you love. “People—myself included—can get caught up in fashion trends, but the most important tip is to buy that piece or suite of jewelry that makes you excited and puts a smile on your face every single time you look at it on your hand, wrist or neck.”

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Sophia Fiori Victoria ring and interchangeable bands

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Pearls

BY CaThY GLover Despite pearls’ traditional jewelry association (think: white round strand or stud earrings), today they’re obtainable in multitudinous shades, shapes and settings.

Pearls have evolved. “They are no longer your grandmother’s pearls," says Isaac Levy, whose company, Yvel, offers designs in adventurous colors and shapes.

“They are as appropriate with jeans as with business suits—the ultimate fashion accessory,” agrees Maureen Gribbin, spokeswoman for Mikimoto, which presents pink freshwater pearls in its chic, lariat-style Pearls in Motion necklaces.

Yvel’s Biwa Collection comes from Lake Biwa in Japan, which is no longer producing pearls. Biwa pearls are flatter, having developed the shape of the oyster’s nucleus. They also possess a greater luster than ordinary pearls and naturally come in shades of pinks, peaches and creams.

Modern and classic, one thing has not changed about the adaptable pearl: Whether standing alone or set in a kaleidoscope of precious metals, gemstones or other pearls, this shiny morsel of femininity is an iconic part of any woman’s wardrobe.

Discover Style's Expert Advice Katherine heigl looks dazzling with a triple strand of sophisticated pearls.

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every woman needs a strand of pearls. The most graceful women in the world make pearls the staple in their jewelry wardrobe. If you want to achieve the classic look of audrey hepburn or Jackie onassis, ask your Port & Shopping Guide for a vIP card to purchase Yvel pearls. You will not only enjoy wearing the pieces yourself, but you can pass them down to your children and grandchildren, too.

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Three years ago, Levy partnered with pearl farms to cultivate Biwa pearls with an equal or higher quality than those born in the lake.

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Infinite Style

Sparkle, glimmer, shine and shimmer. Treat yourself to the prettiest colors and designs from some of the most talented designers on the watch and jewelry scene.

Above, from top: Melrose cuff, Rebecca; Aphrodite bangles, Rosato. Right: Cable Collection bracelets with pavĂŠ diamond stations, David Yurman.

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Dress up your wrist with these pretty bangles

PHOTOGRAPHY BY EDWARD FERNANDEZ STYLING BY JOY MOORE

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feminine flair Wear these and you'll sparkle plenty

The centerpiece is a pink mother-of-pearl heart pendant with diamonds on a Blush Collection chain from Kabana, surrounded on either side by two versions of the same piece: the princess-cut, bluediamond pendant from DiVersa, closed at left and open at right. At the far left, a diamond pendant from the Crown Brilliant Collection from Crown of Light; far right, Amorous single-heart pendant with center diamond from Hearts On Fire.

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in bloom These stunning adornments let you show your true nature

From top: Solara pendant from the Ammolite Collection, Korite; pendant and ring, both Mark Henry Alexandrite Collection.

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a rainbow of hues Accents that let you shine as brightly as your gems

Clockwise from bottom: Rings from Tropezienne Collection, Rebecca; Riviera Collection bracelet, Kabana; Multicolor bangle, Balissima; New Deco Collection bracelet, Kabana.

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A timepiece for every mood

From top: Prestige watch with blue and gray python strap,

Philip Stein;

ChronoSport Mario Batali Limited Edition, Ernst Benz; Selleria, Fendi; Link Chronograph with diamonds,

TAG Heuer.

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up to the minute

Bright-white and clean, watches to complement any style

Clockwise from top: ChronoJewel with diamonds, Ernst Benz; Lady Sport, Montblanc; Prestige with diamond dial, Philip Stein; 21 Chronoscaph, Cartier; Selleria, Fendi; Museum Monogram, Movado.

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best in class

Impress them with your impeccable taste for the best.

Clockwise from top right: ChronoScope Contemporary watch, Ernst Benz; Domed Equestrian bracelet, Scott Kay; Santos 100 watch, Cartier; Floating Diamond cuff links and Black Mystery fineliner pen, both Montblanc; Diamond cut black sapphire cross necklace, Scott Kay.

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for her The perfect accessories.

Clockwise from top: Mini Bag in pink, Parazul; Carrera Ladies Diamond Dial watch, TAG Heuer; necklace and ring from Biwa Collection, Yvel; Oscar Sheer Freesia eau de toilette, Oscar de la Renta; Pure Lipstick SPF 8 in Tea Rose, YSL.

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What’s your Parazul personality?

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Parazul scarves and charms are available in many shapes and designs that can be mixed and matched with your bag selection.

Patterned after favorite elements of the lush and lovely Caribbean region, they also make unforgettable mementos of your visit.

Parazul is available at these fine retailers throughout the Caribbean: ANTIGUA Diamonds International • ARUBA Diamonds International BARBADOS Diamonds International • BERMUDA Crisson Jewellers • GRAND CAYMAN Island Companies GRENADA Glitter Jewelers • KEY WEST Tanzanite International

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Watches inStyle

Why you need a wardrobe of watches by robert eichner You wouldn’t wear an evening gown to plant daisies or a tuxedo to play tennis. Wearing the appropriate watch for the occasion is just as important as choosing an outfit that makes sense.

While in port, competitive Caribbean duty-free pricing affords you the perfect opportunity to build your watch wardrobe this cruise.

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Europeans have understood the importance of owning a wardrobe of watches for generations. In Italy a watch is considered an instant heirloom and the average person owns six to seven timepieces. The dizzying variety of watches available in the Caribbean makes it easy to add to your collection.

Here are the four must-have styles:

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your everyday watch is akin to blue jeans in your watch wardrobe. this is the timepiece you can wear anywhere, any time. Look for simple, classic watch dials that make a timeless statement. choose models with elegant bracelets and bezels that can be dressed up or down. these watches are standards in the collections of major watch brands and appear year after year regardless of trends or seasons. fendi

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Sports technical watches have always been highly coveted for their functionality and durability. This is the ultimate watch, offering resilience to the urban warrior or specific functions to the avid sportsman.

Sports technical watches offer an array of features, from something as practical as the lap-timer or a day-and-month window, to something specialized such as a countdown for a regatta or slide-rule for a pilot. The trend toward larger watch faces for women has prompted female watch collectors to opt for the glamour of technical complications.

Business/Prestige

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In the world of business your watch says more about you than your car or home. This is the one item you take to business meetings and social events that truly reflects your status and style. Choose a watch with classic styling that is instantly recognized by other aficionados. Owning a fine timepiece is like being a member of an exclusive club—those who wear luxury timepieces find common ground in them.

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Special-Occasion

These are the watches that become instant heirlooms.

Special occasion watches are the cocktail dress or tuxedo of your watch wardrobe. Whether you choose a jewel watch adorned with diamonds or make a simple statement with one of the pillars of the Swiss watch industry, this will be the go-to timepiece for the most memorable events in your life. Read Discover Style’s “Welcome to the Club” (pg. 20) to learn more about choosing the right specialoccasion watch.

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Counterclockwise, from top right: Philip Stein: With an array of magnificent dials, interchangeable straps and bracelets, this unique timepiece features frequency technology shown to reduce everyday stress. Pictured is a ladies watch from the Prestige Collection. Ernst Benz: Limited edition ChronoScope celebrates the introduction of the Instrument Series, a new collection of timepieces inspired by Benz’s original aircraft instrumentation. Dior: Christal is a tribute to Christian Dior. The 38 mm ladies Dior Christal Chronograph is proposed in a luxury sport version with a diamond-set bezel matching the rubber and sapphire crystal strap. TAG Heuer: Always a winner, the men’s Aquaracer 500M Calibre 5 Steel & Gold (43mm) watch has a black dial, unidirectional turning bezel in fine-brushed massive 18k rose gold, and a steel bracelet. Wittnauer: Contemporary design and Swiss architecture in ceramic and stainless steel give this men’s watch elegance and sophistication with unparalleled functionality. A classic since 1875, Wittnauer is the art of precision and style. Fendi: The Selleria collection is Swiss-made, featuring a revolutionary strap-changing system. Wearing a Fendi, you will be in style for any occasion.

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Shopping

BY CARRIE JULIER

Vacation Shopping 101

Style

The Caribbean is the best place in the world to shop for diamonds, gemstones, designer jewelry and watches. There’s a reason savvy travelers, bargain hunters and style experts alike return to the Caribbean to shop year after year. Here’s why: Bargains: Retailers don’t pay tax or duty on goods imported into the Caribbean, which may result in substantial savings for the consumer.

Volume Savings: Caribbean retailers buy and sell in large volume—to cater to cruise-ship traffic—passing the savings on to shoppers. Designer jewelry and watch brands that are never discounted in the United States can offer special pricing in the Caribbean based on the sheer number of products sold.

Vacation Shopping: It’s fun to shop on vacation— and it’s the perfect opportunity to find something special to help you remember your time at sea.

Make it a point to visit the onboard Port & Shopping Guide, who can provide coupons that can save you hundreds of dollars. You’ll also get maps with cruise-lineguaranteed stores, and expert advice on where to shop.

For the hours when your guide is available at the Port

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& Shopping Desk, check your daily activities program.

Shoppers in the know find the best deals in the Caribbean. At left, reality star Kim Kardashian on a shopping outing.

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Luxury for Less

Being a luxury lover doesn’t mean you don’t enjoy affordable indulgences. In this segment, you’ll find little luxuries from the world’s top designers.

Real Steals for under Compiled by Cathy Glover

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DiVersa Diamond circle star earrings

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Sterling silver with pink sapphires heart pendant

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Montblanc

silver Sparta engraved ring

Star earrings

Sophia Fiori Blue and white diamond circle of life pendant

Rebecca Griffe necklace

Fendi B. Fendi watch with logo strap

Rosato Venere Collection bangle Philip Stein

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Korite Ammolite Column set

Scott Kay Ladies sterling silver Jesus/ Cross/Angel pendant

Kabana Chocolate Collection pendant

Sophia Fiori blue and white diamond Journey pendant

Cartier Love Charity bracelet

Montblanc

UNICEF LeGrand medium fountain pen

Hearts On Fire

Three-prong studs with .29 ctw

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Philip Stein Men’s Signature watch with calf cut strap

Balissima smoky quartz

Men's black Montserrat watch with diamond dial

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Crown of Light Classic Collection ring with .47 ctw

Something Special for under

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DiVersa

White gold and blue diamond earrings (can be worn as studs or hanging.)

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Men's sterling silver/18K gold engraved Guardian bracelet

Ladies' white ceramic with rose gold finish

Cartier

Trinity Collection ring

Crown of Light

Classic Collection earrings with .64 ctw

TAG Heuer Formula 1 Chronograph

Sophia Fiori Romeo and

Juliet blue diamond rings

Balissima Sapphire earrings band ring and square ring

Philip Stein

Ladies Modern round two-tone

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Hot Looks for under

$1,500 Hearts On Fire

Beloved pendant with .30 ctw

Fendi Ceramic

Quadro with diamonds

Kabana White Motherof-Pearl Collection ring

Hearts On Fire Garden

Flower earrings with .37 ctw

Mark Henry Alexandrite Collection ring

TAG Heuer Aquaracer watch

Wittnauer Men's black ceramic with rose gold finish and diamond bezel

Yvel Biwa Collection ring

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Venere Collection bangles

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Pieces from the Diversa Collection, shown here and below, allow you to show your versatility. The blue and white diamond earrings can be worn closed for one look, above, and open, right, when the mood strikes. The ring, below, flips to show either blue sapphires or white diamonds.

Kabana Reversible pink

mother-of-pearl heart pendant with diamond pavĂŠ

real versatility Show all the facets of your personality. Day or evening, casual or fancy, you will be ready with a flip of the wrist.

Fendi Selleria box set

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fancy femme

You will feel like the luckiest woman onboard, surrounded in pretty pinks, sparkling silver and glittering gems.

Clockwise from top left: David Yurman Moon quartz cerise and mother-of-pearlbacked rose quartz Albion enhancers. Kabana Pink Mother-of-Pearl Collection ring.

Ernst Benz Contemporary ChronoJewel. Chopard Elton John watch with baguette diamonds. Yvel Biwa Collection earrings.

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majestic touch Like a queen on a throne, you deserve only the best.

Clockwise from left: Chanel Cristalle Eau Verte eau de toilette. Mark Henry Alexandrite Collection Ring. Dior La Mini D de Dior watch in silver. Rebecca Liberty necklace. Mark Henry Alexandrite in Bloom Collection earrings.

Crown of Light Crown Brilliant ring.

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Don’t bury your treasured gold and gems.

Flaunt them!

Clockwise from top right: David Yurman X Collection cuffs. Ammolite by Korite Baroque Collection ring.

Rosato Aphrodite necklace. Dior Christal Collection watch. Mark Henry Alexandrite Vintage Collection ring.

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sophisticate You will always look polished, whether onboard or on Wall Street.

Clockwise from upper left: Dior Christal Collection watch.

Mark Henry Alexandrite Avant Garde Collection pendant.

Cartier Santos Carbon 100 chrono watch. Montblanc Soft leather range tote bag. Hearts On Fire Perfection in Platinum Significance ring. Ammolite by Korite Venice Heart Collection earrings.

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Won’t you feel ethereal wearing these pieces with your post-cruise tan?

heavenly glow

Clockwise from upper left: Rebecca Griffe cuff bracelet. Yvel Golden Brown Collection rings. Dior La Mini D de Dior watch in gold and diamonds. Chopard Happy Hearts ring. Ernst Benz Traditional ChronoScope.

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Sun-splashed days and glittering nights—that’s your cruise experience in a nutshell. As you glide elegantly from day to night, and from port to port, your beauty and sun protection regimen is sure to benefit from many of these luxury products.

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Fake that sun-kissed glow with Yves Saint Laurent Poudre de Soleil Sun Powder with SPF 10.

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Actress Jessica Alba looks fresh and glowing.

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To make your eyes as noticeable as Jessica Alba’s, follow these steps when applying eye shadow.

Daytime Elegance

1. Apply the lighter shade to the whole upper lid.

2. Apply the darker shadow to the outer corner, blending toward the outside and up to the arch of the brow for a wide-eyed look.

3. Finish with a thin stroke of liner along the base of upper lashes.

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Sensitive skin? Origins Out Smart, with SPF 25 and a slight tint, can help your skin look and feel comfortable—thanks to moisturizing seaweed extract and a lack of chemical sunscreens— while keeping out the sun’s harmful rays. Titanium dioxide provides protection while boosting natural skin regeneration.

A collection of products from

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you glowing: 3-in-1 Cleansing Water, Instant Eye Make-up Remover and Natural Action Exfoliator reveal your inner radiance.

A Refreshing Choice in ‘Green’ Clothing

by George Alpizar

Feeling refreshed while working out or shopping in port can be a challenge, especially when the sun shows no mercy. Now, the days of feeling hot and sticky are over, thanks to wearable bamboo.

Made from green shoots that become breathable fabric, wearable bamboo has emerged as a softer and more practical choice over cotton and silk. With companies and entrepreneurs seeking innovative products with a green perspective, it serves the earth as well as the wearer.

Clothing made from earth-friendly bamboo fibers maintains body temperature—keeping its wearer three degrees cooler than if they were wearing cotton—while absorbing body moisture. Resistant to UV rays, bamboo-based clothing is a cool and comfortable alternative to cotton.

From dawn to dusk, TAG Heuer Eyewear with HD lens technology is designed to enhance land activities from casual outdoor enjoyment to professional athletic competition. The high definition TAG Zenith sunglasses, above, enhance dimensional detail of the landscape, replacing the flattening effect of polarized lenses.

Cariloha, the exclusive retailer for bamboo-based men’s and women’s clothing in the Caribbean market, makes good use of this renewable resource. The company has three stores: in Ocho Rios, St. Thomas and Cozumel, which also offer sunglasses, watches and jewelry, scarves and leather goods.

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Even if it’s hot outside, you’ll be as fragrant as a flower.

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Your fragrance says so much about your personality. Are you fresh and cheerful? Warm and sensual? Whoever you are, there’s a perfume that captures your spirit. Master perfumer Yves Saint Laurent can help you discover the right scent to keep for yourself or give to someone special.

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Perfect Shave

By DaNIELLE CoHEN

For healthy skin and a smooth shave, follow a regimen that puts your best face forward.

The most important factor in shaving is to be sure the blade always feels like new, says Dr. Steven Rosen, creator of Tend Skin shaving products. “As soon as it loses that new feel, replace it. Otherwise, it will start dragging on the skin and cause abrasions and inflammation, which can exacerbate the ingrown-hair problem.”

Are you an optimist?

Paris d’ Yves Saint Laurent Eau de Printemps is the scent of optimism and feminity—dressed in a delicate pink designed to evoke spring’s rosy freshness.

Experts advise cleansing the face daily with a mild soap and exfoliating often to prevent ingrown hairs—just not immediately before or after shaving.

You’ll get a closer shave if you first moisturize, which encourages hairs to stand out, advises Heather Firmin, licensed cosmetologist and director of educator development at Beauty Basics Inc., which owns nine Aveda Institutes in the southeastern United States. Using a circular motion, lather up with a moisturizing glycerin-based shave cream.

When shaving, Firmin says, use hot water to hydrate and soften the skin and beard.

A complex study?

Are you intense?

Several factors can cause razor burn and skin irritation, including stretching the skin, shaving against the grain of hair growth, applying too much pressure and raking the razor over skin repeatedly. The best razor has a replaceable sharp blade (which should be discarded after approximately five uses) and a balanced, weighted handle, says Eric Malka, CEO of The Art of Shaving.

Find your fabulous scent at duty-free shops in port and onboard.

Ditch the aftershave, says Dr. Judith Silverstein, of the Atlanta Center for Dermatologic Diseases: “Aftershaves often contain alcohol, which can be drying and irritating. Sunscreens and mild moisturizers are a better choice to soothe and rejuvenate skin.”

La Nuit De L’Homme Yves Saint Laurent Eau de Toilette is made of olfactory clashes. This fresh oriental fragrance is for the man who possesses intensity, sensuality and irresistible charm.

Yves Saint Laurent's newest fragrance is Elle Intense Eau de Parfum, with notes of lychee, peony, pink berries, freesia, jasmine and vetiver.

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Tools of the Shave:

Clockwise from top right: Easy Slider pre-shave oil, Origins for Men; Fusion Chrome Collection shaving set (fine badger brush Gillette power razor and stand), shaving cream and after-shave balm, all from The Art of Shaving.

Discover Style's Expert Advice Shaving products work the same on men as they do on women (on different body parts, of course).

Usually the only difference is scent.

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Put Life in Your Style and Style in Your Life

Life Style Casa Conniosseur: Nate Berkus

By DanieLLe Cohen

Updating your home décor can be as easy as changing just a few things, advises Nate Berkus, founder of the Nate Berkus Associates design firm in Chicago and a featured design expert on The Oprah Winfrey Show.

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Shop your home Berkus suggests incorporating patterns found in your favorite trinkets or jewelry pieces into home design. Find gemstones glorious? Scatter rock crystal or geodes on a table for a great conversation starter. Want to display bejeweled baubles?

Berkus drapes beaded necklaces over the corner of a picture or over the neck of a lamp.

“Pattern works great

For anyone who has discovered a $20 bill in the pocket of a pair of pants, Berkus says the equivalent of found money is hiding in your home. Uncover domestic décor bliss by “shopping” in your own house.

for a few seasons and

“Walk from room to room and move tables, pillows, lamps, rugs and other furnishings to a new space. If you consistently buy what you love, you should be able to rotate just about anything through your home,” says Berkus, 38, who hosted Oprah’s Big Give on ABC.

new look.”

The association between Winfrey and Berkus began in 2001 when he participated in an onair renovation project on The Oprah Winfrey Show. He has since become known as “Oprah’s favorite design expert.” The relationship intensified after he survived the Asian tsunami while on vacation in 2004, and joined Oprah to raise about $4 million in aid.

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• Utensils are placed in the order of use, from the outside in, toward the plate. Forks are placed to the left of the plate; knives and spoons are placed to the right.

• The charger/service plate rests under the plate through the first courses; it is removed upon the entrée’s arrival.

• The butter plate is above your forks to the left of the place setting, with the butter knife resting diagonally on top of it.

• The dinner knife is placed closest to the dinner plate on the right, followed by the fish knife.

• The soup and fruit spoons, if used, are to the right of the knives, followed by the oyster fork farther on the right.

• Red or white wine glasses stand directly above the knives; behind them is the water goblet with the champagne flute, if used, to the right.

Berkus designs his own product line for HSN, available at www.HSN.com.

Above and right: Nate says: Don,t be afraid to experiment with color and patterns.

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In a shaker combine vodka, schnapps, peach nectar and orange marmalade. Shake vigorously. Strain into a glass and add grenadine for color. Garnish with raspberries and mint sprig.

Your choice of drink says a lot about you.

Whether hanging out with a group of friends or enjoying an intimate evening for two, you can party like a celeb with one of these libations that insiders say are favored by some pretty famous faces.

Gisele Bﾃｼndchen: Peach Passion The supermodel has been seen enjoying this sweet treat that packs a punch.

1 1/2 oz. vodka 1/ 2 oz. peach schnapps 3 oz. peach nectar 1 tsp. orange marmalade 1 tsp. grenadine 4 fresh raspberries 1 sprig mint

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Vince Vaughn: Red Bull and Vodka Providing old-school energy for a day of crashing weddings or playing dodgeball.

Mix equal parts vodka and Red Bull or other energy drink. Serve over ice.

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Creative origins

by ANTHEA TURNER

Just as a painter moves us with a masterpiece on canvas, these worldfamous designers have moved us with their wearable art.

Driven by the beauty of nature and the love in their lives, they create watches and jewelry to be treasured for generations.

Elements of creations by Philip Stein, Yvel, Kabana and Ernst Benz

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Owner and founder of Philip Stein Watches Along with his wife, Rina, Will Stein masterfully created a luxury timepiece that has been shown to enhance one’s overall sleep and wellbeing. As one of the most successful watch companies, Philip Stein has changed the way people think and feel about watches.

Right: Will Stein. Above: Will Stein; with his wife and business partner, Rina above.

What is your passion outside of timepieces?

I love beautiful and interesting timepieces, but at Philip Stein a huge focus for us is the frequency technology in each watch. I am a student of frequencies, how beneficial they are for everyone. Outside of running a successful watch business, sharing the information about frequency technology with everyone I meet is a second rewarding career.

What is your favorite vacation spot?

Home with my wife and business partner, Rina, and our son Ben. What is your favorite sound?

My son Ben running to meet me at the door.

Isaac Levy

Founder and designer of Yvel We witness Isaac Levy’s brilliance and passion through his pearl designs. Along with his wife,Orna, Levy is one half of an award-winning jewelry designing team called Yvel (Levy spelled backward).

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What’s your favorite word?

Harmony.

Where is the best place to design jewelry?

In pearl farms, when my wife and I find amazing and unusual pearls. There is no more magical moment, when the oyster opens and you see nature’s creation at its best. That moment the inspiration becomes emotional.

What do you consider your theme song?

"What a Wonderful World" by Louis Armstrong What word describes you best?

Passion.

What is your favorite pastime outside of jewelry design? Being together with my wife and two children—anywhere, anytime, anyplace—doing nothing or conquering the world.

Above: Orna and Isaac receiving the Town and Country International Pearl Designer Award.

Right: With their children.

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Stavros Eleftheriou

Founder and designer of Kabana As founder of Kabana inlay jewelry, Stavros Eleftheriou is smitten with colors given to us by nature—the bright hues of flowers in his garden, natural stones from the earth and the vibrant sea life found on the ocean floor. With a personality as colorful as his collections, Eleftheriou’s enthusiasm translates into vibrant, wearable art that begs to be touched.

Where is the best place to design jewelry? In my 8-acre secret garden. I start my day there and end my day there, and I love to design there.

What is your favorite pastime outside of jewelry design? Being in Mykonos with my wife of 30 years, kids and friends. We go to the beach and go out at night. Mykonos is where you smell life!

What is your secret indulgence? All stones that come from the earth. I am a collector of stones and have thousands.

Leonid Khankin

Managing director and creative director of Ernst Benz A second-generation watchmaker, Leonid Khankin first began working on watches as a child. Today, at the helm of this iconic brand, he designs and overlooks the manufacturing of timepieces that celebrate the art of watchmaking, the joy of travel and the career of the Swiss watch company’s legendary founder, Ernst Benz.

Does watchmaking run in the family?

My father is one of the most talented watchmakers of his generation, being formally trained in St. Petersburg, Russia in his teens. My heritage gave me the ability to do what I do with Ernst Benz.

How did you start in the watch industry?

When I was 6 or 7, I would accompany my father to his watch repair shop and I would watch him work for hours and was fascinated with watches. I began fixing complicated movements in my early teens and fixing highly complicated vintage mechanical timepieces such as Patek Philippe in my late teens.

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if you were not a watchmaker, what would you be?

Making watches is all I have ever wanted to do.

What is your favorite vacation spot?

Rome is an amazing city and special to me as we lived there when I was little, after my parents left Russia in the late 1970s.

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This is the time to “We shall not cease from exploration, and the end of all our exploring will be to arrive where we started and know the place for the first time.”

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soak up the sun

Traveling in pursuit of happiness has ancient roots, and it’s a concept that more people are incorporating into their itineraries as they seek meaningful experiences beyond the pages of a guidebook.

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Glimpses of serenity: Relaxing on the beach in Aruba. Insets, top left: redeye tree frog, resident of the Costa Rica rainforest.

Top to bottom: Antigua’s tranquil view; the beach in Grenada; a richly colored building in San Juan.

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Antigua and Barbuda continues to attract an A-list of international celebrities who are choosing to make Antigua and Barbuda their home away from home! Homeowners include renowned Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani and Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi. Armani’s spectacular hillside complex on Antigua’s west coast is designed with family and guests in mind, and is said to reflect the same elegance and simplicity for which the designer is known. Last year’s Italian-language film, Un’estate ai Caraibi (Summer in the Caribbean) highlighted Antigua’s beautiful scenery and historical sites. Also featured in the film is Jumby Bay, the private-island playground of writer Ken Follett, actor Robert DeNiro and singer Mariah Carey. Un’estate ai Caraibi’s directors and cast stayed at the Italian-owned The Inn at English Harbour, as well as Carlisle Bay and the Antigua Yacht Club Marina.

ARuBA Explore the charming setting of Aruba at your own pace; unquestionably, you will find treasures to take home and cherish forever.

This unique, exotic journey will take you from the soft, sandy coastline to the rugged wilderness of the northeast coast, and along the way you will encounter the courteous, multilingual Aruban people. Sample Aruba’s authentic cuisine, engage in dazzling nightlife, and shop in her fabulous stores. The picturesque capital, Oranjestad, where the nation’s heritage comes alive, is just steps away from the cruise terminal. www.ArubaByCruise.com.

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COSTA RICA You’ll leave your heart in Guadeloupe once you bask in the beauty of its five tropical islands: Basse-Terre, the capital city and home to French National Park; Grande-Terre, boasting gorgeous white-sand beaches; Saintes, with its beautiful bay; Marie Galante, where visitors can witness an authentic Caribbean lifestyle; and the mysterious island of La Desirade. In Guadeloupe you will feel the connection to nature, the tranquility of the surroundings, and the smiles of the people — and you’ll never forget any of it. www.lesilesdeguadeloupe.com.

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GRENADA No cruise to the southern Caribbean would be complete without a visit to Grenada, also known as the “Isle of Spice.” Passengers continue to rave about its diverse range of sporting, cultural, natural and historic attractions. Visitors can savor the spices and other tastes, marvel at the vegetation in the rainforest, or take a tube down the river. Well known for its remarkably friendly people, Grenada continues to examine creative ways to ensure visitors return again and again. www.grenadagrenadines.com. costa rica

Puerto Rico offers a myriad of attractions, including the 500-year-old district of Old San Juan, exclusive shopping, fine-art museums and superb restaurants. Cruise guests have many options while docked at the Port of San Juan. Those interested in history may join an educational walking tour of the old city. Passengers interested in nature may take a guided tour of El Yunque, the only rainforest in the u.S. National Forest system. www.GoToPuertoRico.com.

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The Caribbean offers fun, history and tranquility year-round, no matter when you decide to return or where you decide to explore. And when the sun and sand call you back, check out the popular spots like Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Grenada, Costa Rica and Puerto Rico.

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Where to find the products featured in Discover Style Jewelry Brands AMMOLITE BY KORITE

Antigua Diamonds International Aruba Diamonds International, Kay’s Fine Jewelry Barbados Diamonds International Belize Diamonds International Cabo San Lucas Diamonds International, Royal Jewelers Costa Maya Diamonds International Cozumel Diamonds International Curacao Freeport Jewelers Dominica Jewelers International Grand Cayman Ammolite by the Bay Key West Diamonds International Mazatlan Diamonds International, Royal Jewelers Nassau Diamonds International Ocho Rios Gem Palace Playa Del Carmen Diamonds International Puerto Vallarta Diamonds International Roatan Diamonds International San Juan Tropical Jewelers, Rocks Duty Free St. Kitts Diamonds International,

Kay’s Fine Jewelry St. Lucia Diamonds International St. Maarten Diamonds International, Kay’s Fine Jewelry St. Thomas Ammolite Gallery

BALISSIMA

Aruba Effy Jewelers Curacao Effy Jewelers Grand Cayman Effy Jewelers Nassau Effy Jewelers Playa Del Carmen Effy Jewelers San Juan Effy Jewelers St. Kitts Effy Jewelers St. Maarten Effy Jewelers St. Thomas Effy Jewelers

CARTIER

Antigua Diamonds International Barbados Diamonds International Belize Diamonds International Costa Maya Diamonds International Dominica Jewellers International Grand Cayman Kirk Freeport, Cartier Boutique Montego Bay Casa De Oro Ocho Rios Casa De Oro San Juan Bared & Sons St. John Royal Caribbean St. Lucia Harry Edwards St. Maarten Goldfinger, Cartier

Boutique St. Thomas Royal Caribbean, Cartier Boutique

CHOPARD

Antigua Diamonds International Barbados Diamonds International, Royal Shop Belize Diamonds International Costa Maya Diamonds International Curacao Freeport Jewelers Grand Cayman Kirk Freeport Puerto Vallarta Diamonds International St. Lucia Harry Edwards Jewelers

CROWN OF LIGHT

Anguilla Diamonds International Antigua Diamonds International Aruba Diamonds International Barbados Diamonds International Belize Diamonds International Cabo San Lucas Diamonds International Cancun Diamonds International Costa Maya Diamonds International Cozumel Diamonds International Curacao Diamonds International Grand Cayman Diamonds

International Roatan Diamonds International Key West Diamonds International Mazatlan Diamonds International Nassau Diamonds International Playa Del Carmen Diamonds International Puerto Vallarta Diamonds International St. Kitts Diamonds International St. Lucia Diamonds International St. Maarten Diamonds International St. Thomas Diamonds International Grand Turk Diamonds International

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Barbados The Royal Shop Bermuda Crisson Jewelers Curacao Freeport Jewelry & Gifts Dominica Jewellers International Grand Cayman Kirk Freeport St. Lucia Harry Edwards St. Maarten Art of Time, Artistic Jewelers

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Anguilla Diamonds International

Antigua Diamonds International Barbados Diamonds International Belize Diamonds International Bermuda Crisson Jewelers Costa Maya Diamonds International Cozumel Diamonds International Grand Cayman Kirk Freeport Montego Bay Casa de Oro Nassau Quantum Ocho Rios Casa de Oro Puerto Vallarta Diamonds International Roatan: Diamonds International St. Kitts Diamonds International St. Lucia Diamonds International St. Maarten Diamonds International St. Thomas Royal Caribbean Grand Turk Diamonds International

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Aruba Effy Jewelers Curacao Effy Jewelers Grand Cayman Effy Jewelers Nassau Effy Jewelers Playa Del Carmen Effy Jewelers San Juan Effy Jewelers St. Kitts Effy Jewelers St. Maarten Effy Jewelers St. Thomas Effy Jewelers

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Aruba DI Watch & Design Barbados Diamonds International Belize DI Watch & Design Cabo San Lucas DI Watch & Design Cancun Diamonds International Costa Maya DI Watch & Design Cozumel DI Watch & Design Curacao Signature Jewelers Grand Cayman Diamonds International, The Flagship Store, Grand Cayman Jewellers, Landmark Jewellers Key West Diamonds International, Tanzanite International Mazatlan Diamonds International Montego Bay Jewels & Time Nassau DI Watch & Design Ocho Rios Jewels & Time Playa Del Carmen Diamonds International Puerto Vallarta Diamonds International San Juan Blue Diamond St. Kitts Diamonds International St. Lucia DI Watch & Design St. Maarten Diamonds International, DI Watch & Design St. Thomas Diamonds International, DI Watch & Design

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Aruba Diamonds International Cabo San Lucas Diamonds International Cozumel Diamonds International Curacao The Old Freeport Shop Grand Cayman Diamonds International, Island Jewelers Montego Bay Jewels & Time Nassau Diamonds International Ocho Rios Gold Mine, House Of Diamonds, Jewels & Time Puerto Vallarta Diamonds International Roatan Diamonds International San Juan Blue Diamond St. Maarten Diamonds International, Majesty Jewelers, Milano Diamond Gallery St. Thomas Artistic Jewelers, Diamonds International, Milano Diamond Gallery

HEARTS ON FIRE

Acapulco Fine Bonita Jewelry Antigua Diamonds International Barbados Diamonds International, DI Watch & Design Belize DI Watch & Design Cabo San Lucas Diamonds International, Royal Jewelers Cancun Diamonds International Costa Maya DI Watch & Design Cozumel Diamonds International, DI Watch & Design Curacao The Old Freeport Shop Grand Cayman Island Jewellers, The Flagship Store Huatulco Joyeria Maria Bonita Key West Diamonds International Mazatlan Diamonds International, Royal Jewelers

Montego Bay Jewels & Time Nassau Diamonds International, Venetian Jewelers Ocho Rios Jewels & Time Playa Del Carmen Diamonds International Puerto Vallarta Diamonds International, Milano Diamond Gallery San Juan Blue Diamond St. Croix Royal Jewelers St. Kitts Diamonds International, Kay’s Fine Jewelry St. Lucia Diamonds International St. Maarten Diamonds International, Majesty Jewelers St. Thomas Diamonds International, DI Watch & Design

KABANA

Acapulco B & B Collections Aruba Kay’s Fine Jewelry Barbados Facets Belize Diamonds International Bermuda Crisson Jewellers Bonaire Littman Jewelers Cabo San Lucas Royal Jewelers, B & B Collections Costa Maya Diamonds International Cozumel Diamonds International Curacao Freeport Jewelers Grand Cayman Kirk Freeport Plaza Hawaii Na Hoku Key West Key West Pearl Company Mazatlan Royal Jewelers Ocho Rios Gem Palace Roatan Diamonds International San Juan Venetian Jewelers, Blue Diamond St. Croix Royal Jewelers St. Kitts Kay’s Fine Jewelry St. Maarten Majesty Jewelers St. Thomas Venetian Jewelers, Royal Caribbean

MARK HENRY ALEXANDRITE

Barbados Colombian Emeralds International Bonaire Littman Jewelers Cabo San Lucas Royal Jewelers Cozumel Goodmark Jewelers, Goodmark Gallery Grand Cayman Landmark Jewelers Grand Turk Goodmark Jewelers Mazatlan Royal Jewelers Montego Bay Jewels & Time Nassau Colombian Emeralds International Ocho Rios Jewels & Time San Juan Casa Diamante, Blue Diamond St. Croix Royal Jewelers St. Maarten Majesty Jewelers St. Thomas Royal Jewelers

MONTBLANC

Antigua Diamonds International Barbados Diamonds International Belize Diamonds International Costa Maya Diamonds International Grand Cayman Kirk Freeport Plaza, Montblanc Boutique Nassau Quantum St. Barth Goldfinger

St. Lucia Harry Edwards St. Maarten Art of Time, Montblanc Boutique St. Thomas Montblanc Boutique

PHILIP STEIN

Anguilla Diamonds International Antigua Diamonds International Aruba Diamonds International, Kay’s Fine Jewelry Barbados Diamonds International, DI Watch & Design Belize DI Watch & Design Bermuda Crisson Jewelers Cabo San Lucas Diamonds International, Royal Jewelers Cancun Diamonds International Costa Maya DI Watch & Design Cozumel DI Watch & Design, Diamonds International Curacao The Old Freeport Shop Dominica Jewellers International Freeport Freeport Jewelers, The Royal Shop Grand Cayman Duty Free On The Waterfront, Grand Cayman Jewellers, Island Jewellers, Landmark Jewellers, The Flagship Store Key West Diamonds International Mazatlan Diamonds International, Royal Jewelers Montego Bay Jewels & Time, The Royal Shop Nassau Diamonds International, Venetian Jewelers Ocho Rios Jewels & Time Playa Del Carmen Diamonds International Puerto Vallarta Diamonds International, Milano Diamond Gallery San Juan Blue Diamond, Casa Diamante, Venetian Jewelers St. Croix Royal Jewelers St. John Royal Caribbean St. Kitts Diamonds International, Kay’s Fine Jewelry St. Lucia Diamonds International St. Maarten DI Watch & Design, Diamonds International, Joe’s Jewelry International St. Thomas Diamonds International, DI Watch & Design, Royal Caribbean

REBECCA

Antigua Diamonds International Aruba Diamonds International Barbados Diamonds International, The Royal Shop Belize Diamonds International Bermuda Crisson Jewelers Bonaire Littman Jewelers Cabo San Lucas Diamonds International Cozumel Diamonds International Freeport Freeport Jewelers Grand Cayman Diamonds International Key West Diamonds International Montego Bay The Royal Shop, Jewels In Paradise Nassau DI Watch & Design Ocho Rios House of Diamonds, Jewels In Paradise Playa Del Carmen Diamonds

International San Juan Bared & Sons St. John Royal Caribbean St. Kitts Diamonds International St. Lucia Diamonds International St. Maarten DI Watch & Design, Joe’s Jewelry St. Thomas DI Collections, DI Watch & Design, Diamonds International, Royal Caribbean

Nassau Colombian Emeralds Ocho Rios Casa de Oro Puerto Vallarta Diamonds International Roatan Diamonds International San Juan Bared & Sons St. Barth Goldfinger St. Lucia Colombian Emeralds International, Harry Edwards Jewelers St. Maarten Goldfinger

ROSATO

TORTUGA RUM COMPANY

Antigua Diamonds International Aruba Diamonds International Barbados Diamonds International, Facets Belize Diamonds International Cabo San Lucas Diamonds International Cozumel Diamonds International Grand Cayman Kirk Freeport Key West Diamonds International Montego Bay Tajmahal's Nassau Diamonds International Negril Tajmahal's Ocho Rios Goldmine Playa Del Carmen Diamonds International St. Kitts Diamonds International St. Maarten Diamonds International St. Thomas DI Collection, Princess Jewelers

SCOTT KAY

Aruba Diamonds International Cozumel Diamonds International Curacao Signature Jewelers Grand Cayman Diamonds International, Kirk Freeport Nassau Diamonds International Puerto Vallarta Diamonds International San Juan Blue Diamond St. Lucia Diamonds International St. Maarten Diamonds International, Joe’s Jewelry International St. Thomas DI Watch & Design, Milano Diamond Gallery, Royal Caribbean

SOPHIA FIORI

Nassau Venetian Jewelers Ocho Rios Gem Palace San Juan Venetian Jewelers St. Maarten Venetian Jewelers St. Thomas Venetian Jewelers

TAG HEUER

Antigua Colombian Emeralds International Aruba Colombian Emeralds International Barbados Colombian Emeralds International Belize Diamonds International Bermuda Crisson Jewelers Bonaire Littman Jewelers Costa Maya Diamonds International Dominica Jewelers International Grand Cayman Kirk Freeport Grenada Colombian Emeralds Mazatlan Diamonds International Montego Bay Casa de Oro

Barbados Best of Barbados Grand Cayman Tortuga Duty Free Liquors, Tortuga Rum Company Key West Key West Winery

WITTNAUER

Aruba Diamonds International Barbados The Royal Shop Cozumel Diamonds International Grand Cayman Grand Cayman Jewellers Key West Tanzanite International Montego Bay Jewels & Time Ocho Rios House of Diamonds, Jewels & Time St. Croix Baci Duty Free St. Kitts Diamonds International St. Maarten Diamonds International, Joe’s Jewelry International

YVEL

Antigua Diamonds International Aruba Diamonds International Barbados Diamonds International Belize Diamonds International Bonaire Littman Jewelers Cabo San Lucas Diamonds International, Royal Jewelers Costa Maya Diamonds International Cozumel Diamonds International Curacao Signature Jewelers Dominica Jewellers International Grand Cayman The Flagship Store, Grand Cayman Jewelers, Diamonds International Grenada Glitter Jewelers Key West Diamonds International Mazatlan Diamonds International, Signature Jewelers Montego Bay Colors Nassau Diamonds International Ocho Rios Gold Mine Puerto Vallarta Diamonds International San Juan Blue Diamond St. Barth Goldfinger St. Croix Royal Jewelers St. Kitts Diamonds International St. Lucia Diamonds International St. Maarten Majesty Jewelers, Pearl Gems St. Thomas Diamonds International

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The Riviera Collection

Majesty Jewelers St. Maarten • Kay’s Fine Jewelry Aruba & St. Kitts • Kirk Freeport Plaza Grand Cayman Diamonds International Cozumel, Belize, Costa Maya & Roatan • Diamond Center Paradise Island, Bahamas Park Lane Jewelers Paradise Island, Bahamas & Nassau, Bahamas on Bay Street • Blue Diamond San Juan Venetian Jewelers San Juan & St. Thomas • Royal Caribbean St. Thomas • Diamond Republic Antigua R&I Patton St. John, USVI • Key West Pearl Company Key West • Maraj Fine Collection Trinidad & Tabago Gem Palace Ocho Rios • Littman’s Bonaire • Royal Jewelers Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan & St. Croix B & B Marketplace Acapulco • Na Hoku Hawaii

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The Blush Collection

For your nearest retailer call 800.521.5986 or visit us at www.kabana.net

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ANGUILLA – Diamonds International | ANTIGUA – Diamonds International | ARUBA – Diamonds International, Kay’s Fine Jewelry, D’Orlahn | BAHAMAS – NASSAU - Diamonds International, Venetian Jewelers | BAHAMAS – FREEPORT – Freeport Jewelers | BARBADOS – Diamonds International, DI Watch & Design | BELIZE – DI Watch & Design | BERMUDA – Crisson | CABO SAN LUCAS – Diamonds International, Royal Jewelers | CANCUN – Diamonds International, Luxury Avenue, Watch My Watch | COSTA MAYA – DI Watch & Design | COZUMEL – DI Watch & Design, Diamonds International, Philip Stein Boutique | CURACAO – Diamonds International, The Old Freeport Shop | DOMINICA – Jewellers International | GRAND CAYMAN – Brittish Outpost, Duty Free Ltd On The Waterfront, Flagship Store, Grand Cayman Jewellers, Island Jewellers, Landmark Jewellers, London Jewelers, The Mansion | JAMAICA – MONTEGO BAY - Jewels & Time | JAMAICA – OCHO RIOS – Jewels & Time | KEY WEST – Diamonds International | MAZATLAN – Diamonds International, Royal Jewelers | PLAYA DEL CARMEN – Diamonds International | PUERTO RICO – Blue Diamond, Casa Diamante, Venetian Jewelers | PUERTO VALLARTA – Diamonds International, Milano Diamond Gallery | ST. CROIX – Royal Jewelers | ST. JOHN – Royal Caribbean | ST. KITTS – Diamonds International, Kay’s Jewelers | ST. LUCIA – Diamonds International | ST. MAARTEN – DI Watch & Design, Diamonds International, Joe’s Jewelry International | ST. THOMAS – Diamonds International, DI Watch & Design, Royal Caribbean | TURKS & CAICOS – Diamonds International