Lux Bond & Green Holiday 2020 by Wainscot Media

ACCENT: THE MAGAZINE OF LIFEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S CELEBRATIONS

LUX BOND & GREEN HOLIDAY 2020

ISSUE 1. 2020 PRESIDENT & CEO John A. Green VICE CHAIRMAN Marc A. Green

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER Cassie Wildman A DV E RT I S I N G & M A R K E T I N G DIRECTOR Andrea Mascaro

GRAPHIC DESIGNER Caroline Kambrich

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Rita Guarna C R E AT I V E D I R E C T O R Stephen Vitarbo S E N I O R A S S O C I AT E E D I T O R Darius Amos LIFESTYLE EDITOR Haley Longman CONTRIBUTING EDITORS Darcey Gohring, Donna Rolando, Josh Sens

P U B L I S H I N G S TA F F PUBLISHER Shae Marcus ACCO U N T M A N AG E R Lisa Menghi

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Many one-of-a-kind items subject to prior sale. Some items have been enlarged to show detail. Due to the fluctuating prices of diamonds, gold and platinum, prices are subject to change without notice and may vary depending on size, quality and availability. While we have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information in this magazine, we are not responsible for errors or omissions. ACCENT is published by Wainscot Media, 1 Maynard Drive, Park Ridge, NJ 07656, in association with Lux Bond & Green. Copyright © 2020 by Wainscot Media, LLC. All rights reserved. Editorial Contributions: Write to Editor, Lux Bond & Green, 1 Maynard Drive, Park Ridge, NJ 07656. The magazine is not responsible for the return or loss of unsolicited submissions. Subscription Services: To change an address or request a subscription, write to Subscriptions, Lux Bond & Green, 1 Maynard Drive, Park Ridge, NJ 07656, or by telephone at 201.573.5541. Advertising Inquiries: Contact Shae Marcus at 856.797.2227 or shae.marcus@wainscotmedia.com. Printed In The U.S.A. Volume 18, Issue 1. ©2020

dear friends As we enter the holidays of the surreal 2020 that we are all living through, we would like to simply say thank you. Thank you to all of you who have continued to support our family business. Thank you to our staff and families who continue to focus on our 122-year-old core values while keeping our extended Lux Bond & Green family safe and healthy. And thank you to the first responders and the essential workers who have kept our country safe since March when our lives abruptly changed. In the 17 years that we have written these introductions for ACCENT magazine, this is by far the most difficult to compose as all our lives have been transformed. With a little tongue and cheek, we were supposed to see clearly in 2020. From our new vocabulary, which includes the COVID-19 pandemic to the tropical storms, hurricanes and tornados in August, every one of us has made changes to our daily, weekly, work and vacation habits. Those changes might just be calling a loved one to make sure they are OK, working from home, not shaving or wearing makeup, food shopping at an early or late hour to avoid the crowds, lots of takeout and, of course, wearing a mask, gloves and sanitizing when filling up for gas. We cannot wait for News Year’s Eve to usher in 2021.

We are happy to report that Lux Bond & Green and our 80-plus staff are all healthy and safe. The new normal has given us time to reflect on what is important in our lives. We feel very fortunate that we can help customers old and new celebrate life’s special occasions. It’s what we love to do, and even during the height of the pandemic we still were able to help our customers get engaged, celebrate the birth of a child or an anniversary with the same quality, value and exceptional service that you have come to expect. Much of it was virtual or at an arm’s length but we recognize that celebrating and giving is still an important part of our relationships. LBG has quickly evolved to assist you to shop in the way you want to shop. We offer shopping by appointment either in store or virtually, have an augmented Web presence that offers chatting via text and now online financing and touch-free payments, have curbside delivery when requested, can alert you via phone call, email or text to let you know your repairs or orders are ready and, of course, we have safe in-store shopping with our amazing and dedicated staff. The exceptional service, quality selections and down-to-earth values are still second to none.

This fall we are introducing beautiful collections—many of which are made here in the USA—and bringing back an old friend, Steven Lagos Jewelry, including his collection of bracelets for your Apple Watch ®. Our renovated flagship location on LaSalle Road will reopen in November and will be the new home to our latest and stunning Rolex corner, David Yurman shop-in-shop and LBG diamond design center. We genuinely thank you for helping us through these demanding times.

Warm wishes for good health during the holidays and new year to come as we all look forward to hugs and

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A. Diamond multi-circle earrings, $1,425. B. Open tear drop diamond earrings, $995. C. Double cirlce diamond bracelet, $375. D. Diamond flower earrings, $950. E. Double circle diamond pendant, in 14k white and yellow gold, $725. F. Diamond bar pendant, $525. G. Diamond bar pendant, in sterling silver, $125. H. Diamond bar pendant, in 14k white gold, $1,050. J. Diamond earrings, in 14k white gold, $595. K. Diamond earrings, $235. L. Diamond disc studs, $365. M. Diamond circle earrings, in 14k white gold, $825. All in 14k yellow gold unless otherwise noted. Not every item is available in all stores. Please confirm that your choice will be available at your preferred location.

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SPOTLIGHT

promoting healthy social media use

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WITH COVID-19 ISOLATION, PARENTS WORKING FROM HOME AND KIDS ATTENDING SCHOOL ONLINE, SETTING LIMITS IS MORE DIFFICULT THAN EVER. By Jill Nilsen

If you’ve been around young people lately, you’ve most likely noticed a common accessory: a smartphone in hand. Whether it’s typing out a text message, posing for a “selfie” or filming a post for Snapchat or Instagram, for kids (and many adults), cell phones are a permanent fixture. Those of us who didn’t grow up with cell phones might be concerned this is a problem, yet our kids can’t imagine life without a phone. So, is concern about device use valid? How much social media is too much? How is technology shaping the identities of our young people? Dr. Linda Charmaraman is the director of the Youth, Media and Wellbeing Research Lab at the Wellesley Centers for Women (WCW). She is focusing on these concerns with a National Institute of Health (NIH)-funded research study targeting middle-schoolaged students. WCW is a research and action institute focused on women and gender, driven by social change, and it’s located just down the street on the Wellesley College campus. According to Dr. Charmaraman, the study is trying to reach kids the first year they start on social media, which is usually around grade six at age 11 or 12. The average age a cell phone is obtained is at 10. “We need to talk with kids about social media before things get out of hand,” she said in a recent interview. “Kids want to document their lives,” she continued.

“They want to feel like they belong.” Social media is a way for them to express themselves and create an impression among their peers. Of course, there are positives and negatives associated with social media. But one thing is certain: Kids are using technology today more than ever, and it is here to stay. According to Pew Internet research, 95 percent of adolescents are now online, 88 percent have access to mobile phones, 81 percent use social media and 80 percent sleep with the phones in their bedrooms. Some are spending as much as 10 or 11 hours a day on their phones. Is this too much time? “There’s no set number of hours or type of content [regarding social media use],” Dr. Charmaraman noted. “It depends on the individual. Can he or she function normally without it?” If schoolwork is suffering due to excessive time spent on the computer or smart phone, then parents may need to set limits. Or if the child seems to be down or depressed after exposure to social media, that’s another red flag indicating that parents may need to step in and start a conversation about social media use to rule it out as a cause for the negative mood or feelings. When it comes to setting limits, there is no general rule, and parents seem to be all over the spectrum. Some exert a great deal of control with strict guidelines on usage, while others have no rules at all. With COV-

ID-19 isolation, parents working from home and kids attending school online, setting limits is more difficult than ever. Dr. Charmaraman shared that it really has to do with the quality of the content, not the quantity of time spent navigating. How is the time being used? We’re familiar with the negative effects of social media— cyber-bullying, inappropriate content, hateful messages—but interactions can be positive. Social media interactions can help kids cope with the stress of being isolated from their friends. Kids can support each other socially, receive a sense of belonging and even raise awareness about social issues. It can be tough for parents to understand their kid’s relationship to social media as most of them communicated with their peers in less sophisticated ways. Even tech-savvy parents may have trouble keeping up as the technology and popularity of sites are constantly evolving. Five years ago, the social media sites frequented by adolescents pretty much mimicked what their parents were using, but that’s not necessarily the case anymore. Today, WCW research indicates the top sites are YouTube, Snapchat and Instagram. Girls prefer House Party, Pinterest and TikTok, while boys like Twitch, a gaming app. In the spring of 2020, Snapchat was the most popular app and Tik Tok was second, which is no surprise given that both apps enable kids to

create content and a social identity while in isolation from their peers during COVID-19 quarantine. Dr. Charmaraman and her colleague, Dr. Catherine Delcourt, assistant professor of computer science at Wellesley College, recently concluded the second workshop for students where they were able to put into practice what has been learned from their research. Held on July 25., students from Massachusetts, Washington, D.C. and California participated in the free Zoom workshop, which focused on identity, wellbeing and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). The summer workshop was particularly useful this year, at a time when many kids were unable to interact in person with groups of friends so they were spending more time online than ever before. Therefore, it became even more important for them to learn how to use social media in healthy ways. Regarding the workshop, Dr. Charmaraman said, “Our aim is to help students develop tools to use technology (such as Snapchat or YouTube) in healthier ways, such as examining their identities and supporting their overall well-being.” One way the workshop sought to help teens was with what Dr. Charmaraman calls “self- impression management.” The content you post online and the events you choose to highlight leave a digital stamp that creates your online identity. “Kids don’t realize there are parts of their identity they can choose to promote,” she said. Middle schoolers usually choose safe subjects to discuss online—such as hobbies—and hang out in identities they perceive to be socially acceptable. One of the goals of the workshop was to encourage kids to go out on a limb, put themselves out there and showcase the special parts of themselves that reflect who they really are. Participants also were taught to look closely at online conversations and try to determine the true message behind the content that’s being posted. A number of guest speakers participated in the online workshop. One of them, Kamilah Drummond-Forrester, director of WCW’s social and emotional learning program, Open Circle, spoke about the Four Critical Cs (Connect, Capable, Count,

and Courage) and how they can be used as guides to promote positive social media use. Other speakers included Budnampet Ramanudom ’18, a Wellesley College graduate who now works as a software engineer at Google; Kai Lukoff, a doctoral student from the University of Washington who developed an app promoting safe YouTube use; and Gitanjali Rao, the 14-year-old developer of anti-cyberbullying app Kindly, who has teamed up with Microsoft, given TED talks and is one of Forbes’ “30 Under 30.” Due to the pandemic, this year’s workshop was virtual and shorter than the one held last year. While part of the day was spent discussing well-being, the other part was used to promote STEM careers, especially for the girls participating. Dr. Charmaraman said that in elementary school, boys and girls feel equally confident in science. In middle school, this changes and, for many girls, science takes a backseat. Girls tend to favor careers they perceive as “helping people,” and for whatever reason, they don’t feel that science fulfills that need. To nurture the science interest, the team invited guest speakers with STEM careers who were fun and creative individuals and didn’t fit the computer scientist stereotype. Included in the mix were current and former Wellesley College students Julia Cromwell ’20, Tulani Reeves-Miller ’21 and Sarah Wong ’19. They spoke about why they decided to major in STEM, how they integrate their creative pursuits with a science/technology identity and what mentors and role models they had growing up. Dr. Charmaraman said this year more than ever, the participants loved talking amongst each other because they all shared similar experiences coping with virtual learning and not being able to see their friends. The kids didn’t know each other before the workshop, but friendships formed by the end of the session. Drs. Charmaraman and Delcourt hope to obtain funding from the National Science Foundation and expand the summer workshop. To learn more about the lab’s research and the Wellesley Centers for Women, please visit youthmediawellbeing .org.

Top, Dr. Linda Charmaraman, director of the Youth, Media and Wellbeing Research Lab at the Wellesley Centers for Women. Bottom, Dr. Charmaraman leads a workshop via Zoom with students from coast to coast about how they can use technology in better ways to support their well-being and promote their self-identity.

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wellness After the rough 2020 we’ve had, we deserve to take the best possible care of ourselves, and we can’t do it all with kale and kettlebells. That’s why some of us are checking out more novel therapies whose proponents claim they can help us feel and look better and healthier. And in so doing we’re joining a trend that predates this year’s pandemic. According to a 2018 report from the Global Wellness Institute, annual worldwide spending on wellness had reached $4.2 trillion by 2017—and that’s not including health care expenditures themselves (another $7.3 trillion). So if you’re willing to investigate new ways to heighten wellness, check out the three practices on the facing page and decide if one (or more) is worth your giving it a try. They may be new to you, but they actually have long histories. Good health and well-being to you!

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When you arrive at a shamanic drumming session, you may think you’re in some sort of newfangled combination toddler music class and adult meditation hour. But this ancient form of therapy, also known as rhythm healing, existed long before the term “self-care” was coined. Many people now consider it a valuable treatment for varied physical and mental conditions, from stress and anxiety to stroke and chronic pain. They believe its special rhythmic patterns can influence the body’s internal rhythms, with an effect that “releases blocked emotional patterns, promotes healing and helps reconnect us to our core,” as one website puts it. Shamanic drumming is essentially a rhythmic form of drumming in which a practitioner performs specific patterns on a healing drum—typically a single, repetitive rhythm played at a tempo of three to four beats per second—which causes vibrations in the body and is said to bring on an altered state of consciousness to relax the body and clear the mind. Spiritual drumming is most effective in a group setting, which is why drum facilitators, such as Washington, D.C-based Katy Gaughan and Julie Ditta up in Whitby, Ontario, offer clients community drum circles, drumming wellness classes and team-building activities centered around the instrument.

Despite its not-so-sexy moniker, this is a wellness practice some swear by. It’s said to rid the body of toxins and waste by working trapped toxins and fluid out of the tissues and into the lymph nodes. There, harmful bacteria and viruses are destroyed. During the treatment, a masseuse specifically trained in the lymphatic system uses light, long strokes (a deep-tissue massage this isn’t) on problem areas, such as the back, shoulders, legs and arms, to move fluids back through the natural lymph flow of the body. Proponents say this massage minimizes swelling, pain, bloating and stress, and boosts the immune system (and the lymphatic system) overall. They suggest booking one of these babies after recovering from a cold to give your immune system a boost, before a big event to help reduce water retention, or simply when your sore muscles can use a little R&R. Perhaps, if you’re in the neighborhood, treat yourself to one by world-renowned Brazilian lymphatic massage expert Flavia Lanini, who opened her self-titled beauty institute in West Hollywood, or get one Down Under at Bodytherapy Massage in Melbourne, Australia. (But note that the Mayo Clinic’s website warns: “Avoid massage if you have a skin infection, blood clots or active disease in the involved lymphatic drainage areas.”)

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This is an ancient alternative treatment in which a substance from honeybees, such as propolis (a beeproduced resin), royal jelly (a bee secretion) or venom, is injected into humans. The most common type of apitherapy these days is bee acupuncture, which was touted in 2016 by Gwyneth Paltrow on her lifestyle website, Goop, as a way to reduce scarring. The idea is that venom from live bees is strategically injected directly into the skin. The melittin in the venom (that’s the main component, the one that triggers pain when you’re stung) then causes the immune system to have an anti-inflammatory response. Apitherapy is still considered an experimental treatment in the United States for treating conditions such as arthritis, multiple sclerosis and skin lesions. (Adverse allergic reactions have been reported, so check with your doctor before undertaking apitherapy.) Still, some holistic acupuncturists, such as Frederique Keller of BeePharm in Northport, New York, and the Chung Institute of Integrative Medicine in Moorestown, New Jersey, perform bee venom therapy to improve specific conditions. Apitherapy is widespread in parts of Europe and particularly in Turkey, where patients of a doctor named Ali Timucin Atayoğlu swear it helps alleviate symptoms of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), or Lou Gehrig’s disease.

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When Walt Whitman wrote “I contain multitudes,” he didn’t say anything about leaves, trees, rocks, eagles and cloudy skies. But digital artist George Peters has remedied those omissions in his approach to the human form. The Minneapolis-based former advertising art director likes to make worlds of beauty collide, juxtaposing images of nature onto photographs of female models and thereby startling us into feeling more than we have time to think. Hand-picked, bright-hued jewelry from Lux Bond & Green is all it takes to complete the dream. LUX BOND & GREEN

TEMPLE ST. CLAIR Opposite page, from top to bottom: Rock Crystal amulet earrings in 18k yellow gold, $1,750; Angel coin and diamond ring in 18k yellow gold, $2,200; Sassini stack ring in 18k yellow gold, $1,750; classic round llnk chain in 18k yellow gold, $1,450; Sassini rock crystal amulet in 18k yellow gold, $3,200. This page: Orsini link bracelet with diamond pavé circles in 18k yellow gold, $9,900.

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ROBERTO COIN Top left: Princess Flower diamond earrings in 18k yellow gold, $3,800; Princess Flower diamond necklace in 18k yellow gold, $2,100. Top right: diamond stud earrings, 4.03 cts. t.w. in platinum, $46,730; ruby and diamond hoop earrings in 18k white gold, $8,750; diamond line bracelet in 18k white gold, $3,995; ruby and diamond bracelet in 18k white gold, $5,895; ruby and diamond necklace in 18k white gold, $3,050.

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FALL PREV IEW Steven Lagos discusses his inspiration for the Fall 2020 season.

I love designing jewelry for women because it is so personal and meaningful to them. ‘My Lagos’ explores the intimate nature of jewelry. It’s about taking the time to reflect what you choose to wear every day and why. Maybe I am biased, but I think jewelry is the most cherished possession a woman can own. Ask anyone about their jewelry and I promise, they will tell you a story.

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It could be a gift from a loved one, an item selected to celebrate a success or an occasion, or a present from a friend. There is no more personal gift you can give or receive. It’s really an honor to be able to make a product like that. This season, we focused on diamonds. There is nothing neutral about our diamond collections. They are made to connect with your lifestyle and to be styled with our existing collections. Exploring different ways to highlight our diamonds is something I truly love about the design process. In working with my daughter Kate, our brand stylist, we created new options for the stack, including a luxury link bracelet. Links always add dimension and texture. These links make a noticeable statement both on their own and in the stack. Your jewelry is unique to you and that is what is so wonderful about it. I love the fall season and I love that it brings change. As we look ahead to fall, it is clear this season will be different; but I hope our jewelry can be extra meaningful and create new memories for you.

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NOT READY TO TRAVEL YET? PERHAPS THIS IS YOUR YEAR TO BE A VIRTUAL VAGABOND. A HALF-DOZEN OF THE WORLD’S UNFORGETTABLE ATTRACTIONS ARE AS CLOSE AS YOUR COMPUTER SCREEN. In this coronavirus era, some travelers have understandably chosen to postpone major trips out of an abundance of caution. For them—and maybe for you—it’s a perfect time to plan ahead instead, to take a break and check out destinations for possible future journeys. Happily, the internet is eager to help. No one claims that screen images are the equal of being present in the flesh, but they’re great for inspiration. And you may be surprised how dramatically and intimately an online virtual tour can show you a travel destination you’ve always dreamed of seeing. That you can take such a trip in your pajamas is just one of those small pandemic pluses we’ve all learned to find. Here are a half-dozen virtual tours we recommend for travelers who have temporarily become the armchair kind:

CLIFFS OF MOHER, COUNTY CLARE, IRELAND

This spectacular site is one of the Emerald Isle’s most visited tourist attractions—and the most visited natural one. You’ve seen it if you’ve caught the movies The Princess Bride, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince or Leap Year. The cliffs span nine miles across Ireland’s beautiful west coast, also known as the Wild Atlantic Way, rising as high as 700 feet over the ocean. They’ve been noted in records as far back as the first century A.D. The virtual tour provides the full Cliffs of Moher experience, offering a glimpse of the shimmering Atlantic as well as the fields back inland from all the most popular vantage points, including O’Brien’s Tower, a round stone structure near the midpoint of the cliffs that was built in 1835, and the dome of the Visitor Center (that’s “Centre” if you’re Irish). Where to watch: cliffsofmoher.ie /virtual-visit-tour/

THE DOGE’S PALACE, VENICE, ITALY

The elected leaders (or doges) of the Venetian republic lived in this Gothic-style castle and ruled there for more than 1,000 years, and it has long been one of Venice’s most notable landmarks. Also known as Palazzo Ducale, it has now been a public museum for almost a century. The online tour is just as extensive as one on foot would be (though undoubtedly less exhausting), as you’ll begin in the sprawling interior courtyard through the Porta del Frumento and make your way to the Institutional Chambers, the New Prisons of the Palace and the Chamber of the Council of the Ten. Along the way, you’ll marvel at the architecture and paintings adorning the walls and ceilings from Tintoretto, Veronese, Titian and more. Where to watch: palazzoducale .visitmuve.it/en/virtual-tour/

CARLSBAD CAVERNS NATIONAL PARK, NEW MEXICO, U.S.A.

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Stalactites hold “tite” to a cave ceiling, while stalagmites are on the ground where you “mite” trip over them. Got them straight now? You’ll see these and much more when you virtually visit this national park, located in southeastern New Mexico’s Guadalupe Mountains. The park contains more than 100 caves or limestone chambers, including the wellknown Carlsbad Cavern, featuring paved walking trails, elevators and lights. The virtual tour takes you into the cavern’s Big Room, which is about 4,000 feet wide, and along for the ride with a tour guided by a park ranger. It even lets you soar through the calcite formations as if you were a bat. (Seventeen species of bats call the park home.) Those on foot can’t do that. Of course, there are 61 other U.S. national parks waiting to be virtually toured too, from Hawaii Volcanoes (with an up-close look at the lava tubes in the Klauea and Mauna Loa active volcanoes shown here) to Yosemite to the Great Smoky Mountains. Where to watch: artsandculture.google .com/project/national-park-service

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MUSEUM OF UNDERWATER ART, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA

Ever think you’d find a work of art under—or just above—the deep blue sea? This recently opened museum on the famous Great Barrier Reef, three years in the making, seeks to entice divers and snorkelers, draw in sea creatures and inspire ocean conservation. Above sea level sits Ocean Siren, a sculpture of a young native girl that changes color according to the ocean’s temperature using data collected by the Davies Reef weather station. Submerged under water are three more exhibits, including the expansive Coral Greenhouse, which has 20 sculptures within it designed to withstand waves. More exhibits are coming in 2021. While taking your virtual swim of MOUA, feel free to wear flippers to make the on-screen experience feel more authentic, and humming that catchy “Under the Sea” tune from The Little Mermaid is OK too. Where to watch: moua.com.au

GALÁPAGOS ISLANDS, ECUADOR

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Fun fact: Charles Darwin’s visit to the Galápagos Islands at age 26 reportedly helped inspire his theory of evolution by natural selection. Who knows what theories you’ll discover when you pay an (online) visit to this international treasure of 20 or so islands, located 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador? It’s where wildlife and sea creatures, many of them found only here, take center stage, and where human visitors can get up close and personal. Diving, snorkeling, hiking and kayaking are popular activities on these islands as well. The virtual tour won’t allow for any of that, of course, but you’ll still get an underwater look at the Islands and an up-close glimpse of these creatures in their natural habitats. Where to watch: google.com/maps /about/behind-the-scenes/streetview /treks/galapagos-islands/

GREAT WALL OF CHINA, HUAIROU DISTRICT, CHINA

One of the seven wonders of the world, this is a fortified structure in the northern part of the country that, with all of its branches, runs more than 13,000 miles. Its original use some 2,000 years ago was as a military defensive system, but now it is Chinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most popular tourist spot and one recognized the world over. Spectators come to admire its scenic views and magnificent architecture. The most visited section of the Wall is Mutianyu, which is fully restored, but more adventurous folk may prefer the hiking trails of Jinshanling. You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to choose if you go the virtual route, as the 360-degree online tour gives you a first-person view of the whole thing. Where to watch: youvisit.com/tour/doilan

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THESE THREE CLASSIC PRECISION WATCHES WON’T MAKE YOU HOLD YOUR BREATH. THEY’LL JUST MOMENTARILY TAKE IT AWAY.

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Breitling Chronomat B01 42: Steel and 18 karat red gold case, blue dial on a steel and gold Rouleaux bracelet.

Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight Navy Blue 39mm watch with a steel case and fabric strap.

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DAVID YURMAN AND HIS SON EVAN CREATE WEARABLE SCULPTURES WITH STONES SOURCED FROM AROUND THE WORLD. Throughout history, artists have used natural materials—clay, marble, wood and charcoal—to produce original works of beauty. Today, David Yurman and his son Evan Yurman continue this rich tradition with new designs that celebrate the earth’s one-of-a-kind gifts. Each masterwork begins with a gouache, a delicate painting that guides the brand’s design studio and team of artisans from initial concept to the final handcrafted piece. David and Evan collect exceptional gemstones from around the world, keeping them until the right inspiration takes hold. When the perfect moment presents itself, they work together to exalt the stone’s beauty in limited-edition or unique designs. A sketchbook is open with turquoise cabochons next to illustrations of different types of gemstones and David Yurman earrings with purple sapphires and passion agate on a wooden table. Jewelers’ tools sit atop the table along with a gouache of David Yurman earrings with David Yurman blue opalized wood earrings on top of the paper and sterling silver earring setting. Miracles of color, nature and time, these singular gemstones were hand-selected by David and Evan Yurman over the past 10 years to create these beautiful limited-edition pieces.

Clockwise from top, Artist Series pendant necklace with zircon, cognac diamonds and picture jasper in 18K gold; Artist Series earrings with Violet purple sapphire, purple sapphire and purple passion agate in 18K white gold; Artist Series earrings with green tourmaline, Chinese turquoise and demantoid garnet in 18K white gold; Artist Series Slab necklace with spessartite in 18K gold; Artist Series earrings with malaya zircon, blue sapphire and picture jasper in 18K white gold; Albion® ring with turquoise and pavé diamonds.

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The Herend Family Business Lux Bond & Green cherishes our long relationship and partnership with Herend. How many of us own a Herend porcelain bunny that came in our gold box? We are excited to share with you our recent chat with Kimberly Kimble, third generation in her family business, who is the gorgeous grandmother holding her grandson in this photo. We are thrilled to be part of the 2020 Herend Exhibition of unique and one-of-a-kind pieces, which is limited to select retailers throughout the country. We invite you to please stop by or browse the Herend Exhibition Lookbook on our website for the perfect gift for all generations.

How did your family start importing Herend to the United States? We have been the exclusive importer and distributor of Herend porcelain figurines and dinnerware in the U.S. since 1957. The 63-year relationship began when my grandparents, Robert and Lois Grimm, purchased Martinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s China, Crystal and Silver Shop in Georgetown (a prominent neighborhood in Washington, D.C.). One year later, after a visit to the Herend manufactory in Hungary, my grandfather negotiated the rights to be the exclusive U.S. importer and distributor. In 1969, my family sold the retail side of the business, and concentrated efforts on developing accounts with small specialty and gift shops nationwide, in addition to larger stores, from our headquarters in Sterling, Virginia. My mother, Dianne Grimm Murphy, took over the reins of the business in 1979. I joined the business in 1982, becoming vice president and managing daily operations in 2015. The fourth generation, my daughter Lindsay and son Logan, have also come aboard and take an active lead in direct engagement with retailers and consumers nationwide. How is new product picked for the American market every year? We have a product development team here at Martinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. We meet once a week to discuss new ideas and to develop a multi-year introductions calendar. We already have items scheduled for 2023! We always welcome new ideas from our retailers and consumers, but really try to keep our eyes and ears open to needs in the marketplace. You are the third generation in your business and now have been joined by your daughter and son? Yes, I am the third generation: I could not have imagined doing anything else in my life. Herend is in in my blood! I know my grandparents would be very happy to know their lifelong passion is still going strong. We are sure you have the most gorgeous table settings; do you have any design tricks you can share with us? One tip I always tell people: There is no wrong way to set a table. Make it yours, mix and match and design it in whatever way brings you joy. What is your personal favorite pattern; perhaps you have more than one? I do have several favorite patterns; it is just too hard to choose one. Plus, I like to layer different designs and shapes together, which is another reason I am glad I do not limit myself to just one. Do you use your dinnerware every day? Most definitely! You should use your china every day whether it is for your morning toast on a salad plate, pasta from a rim soup bowl or a burger on a dinner plate. Make every meal special! Speaking of using Herend every day, I do have one funny little family tradition. My grandmother always had the softest butter, and it was always left on her kitchen counter in a covered Herend butter dish. I do not know how anyone can live without soft butter; it is the best! So of course, my mother had one, and I have one on my kitchen counter as well. I love that the tradition has been passed on, and now one of my favorite things is to gift Herend butter dishes to friends. They are always so intrigued with the idea and are amazed that they ever lived without one. Do you have any advice that you would offer an engaged couple when it comes to picking out beautiful hand-painted Herend dinnerware? Pick timeless patterns that you can have fun with and add to; this way you can change the look when you need to. Herend is the perfect brand to mix and match together because all our patterns, colors and shapes complement each other.

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THE RECENTLY FINISHED PATEK PHILIPPE PRODUCTION FACILITY WAS PUT TOGETHER LIKE A SWISS WATCH. By Christen Fisher In April 2020, Patek Philippe officially completed construction on a new, state-of-the-art manufacture. This flagship production facility on the outskirts of Geneva unites all of the company’s Genevan ateliers under one roof and provides abundant space for rare handcrafts professionals, as well as employee training facilities and a restaurant. While Patek does not anticipate that the new premises will “noticeably increase the volume of watches produced from the current 62,000 pieces per year,” it does expect them to accommodate production operations for the next two to three decades by streamlining manufacturing and assembly. The Geneva architectural firm Frisk de Marignac Pidoux created the highly contemporary building design, while Frei & Stefani SA in Thônex was responsible for its interior architecture. A work of art in itself, the $633 million structure brings to mind a luxury ocean liner and yet complements the surrounding landscape of the municipality of Plan-les-Ouates. Occupying almost 1.5 million square feet over 10 floors, six above ground and four below, the building contains more than 14,000 tons of rebar steel—enough for two Eiffel Towers—and almost 300,000 cubic feet of concrete. Its basement volume is about the same as 90 Olympic-sized pools, while that of the entire building is the equivalent of approximately seven Airbus A380 planes. The building’s 10 floors are divided into five segments and reached by 20 freight and passenger elevators and four staircases. The ground and first floors are dedicated to watch production, as well as the finishing of moving parts, including plates, wheels and bridges. The second floor is reserved for machining, manual polishing, the assembly of exterior parts, such as bracelets and cases, and gem-setting. The second-floor ateliers also craft spare parts required by customer service. Antique timepieces are restored here as well. The third floor is allocated to research and development endeavors, while the fourth floor is dedicated to Patek’s famous rare handcrafts, including manual engraving, enameling, guilloching and wood micro-marquetry. The fifth floor

contains a penthouse restaurant with seating for 880 as well as four VIP lounges, all with panoramic views of the spectacular Swiss landscape. It’s a Patek Philippe tradition to mark key events in the corporate history by launching limited-edition commemorative watches. So in tribute to the commissioning of the new production building, Patek released a limited-edition Calatrava. The new Reference 6007A-001 features a 324 SC caliber self-winding mechanical movement in a 40mm polished stainless-steel case, a rarity in the Patek collection. The display back boasts an imprint of the Calatrava cross and “New Manufacture 2019” inscription to commemorate the year the first work groups moved into the new building. The gray-blue dial has a white-printed five-minute scale at the periphery, a white-printed railway scale with triangular markers around the center and applied Arabic numerals in white lacquered 18K gold. Pierced baton-style hour and minute hands in white lacquered 18K gold, a white lacquered bronze sweep second hand and a date aperture at 3 o’clock complete the piece. This symbol of Patek Philippe’s new chapter is presented on a matte gray-blue calfskin strap embossed with a delicate textile motif. As only 1,000 pieces were made, you might instead consider a classic Calatrava, which with its pure lines and traditional sensibilities embodies the same spirit as the commemorative edition. The Calatrava is the very essence of the round wristwatch and one of the finest symbols of the Patek Philippe style. First introduced in 1932, the Calatrava is available as a manual-wind, time-only watch or a mechanical self-winding watch in platinum, rose gold or yellow gold with various dial and embellishment options. Calatravas are sized from 37mm to 39mm for men and 34.6mm for ladies, and each has a sapphire crystal caseback and is water-resistant to 30 meters. Supremely elegant, the Calatrava charms each new generation of watch lovers with its timeless, understated perfection. And if the new Patek production facility lives up to its promise, it will be good news for watch connoisseurs yet unborn.

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Actress Jennifer Aniston is rarely seen without her 36mm Rolex President Day-Date in 18K yellow gold, shown here stacked with a multitude of gold bangles. “It’s not a small dial, but what a beauty,” she has said of the classic piece.

WATCHES WORTH WATCHING One thing hasn’t changed over the years: Actress Jennifer Aniston has always preferred the 36mm case size for her everyday watch. Here are a few of this talented performer’s favorites:

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The Rolex Datejust, with its seemingly endless combinations of dials, bezels and hour markers. Early in her career, a stainless-steel, white-dial Rolex Datejust was her go-to watch.

EMMY-WINNING ACTRESS JENNIFER ANISTON IS TOO SPIRITED AND DISTINCTIVE TO BE DEFINED BY ONE ROLE—OR ONE TIMEPIECE. By Haley Longman Her customized black Rolex Milgauss, which the star has worn on many occasions, from hanging around LA to press appearances.

The coveted 34mm Rolex Lady Datejust with an oyster bracelet (even though Aniston typically prefers men’s watches).

boyfriend and fellow watch collector John Mayer. But this is a girl who spoils herself too. Aniston’s first-ever watch purchase after hitting it big was a vintage Rolex that cost a good part of her savings. As the gigs kept role-ing in and the checks kept coming, she eventually and comfortably added to her Rolex vault with a stainless-steel Datejust with a salmon dial and Jubilee bracelet, a 40mm customized blacked-out PVD Rolex Milgauss with a green sapphire crystal and a white 34mm Lady Datejust. “No matter what event I’m attending,” she has said, “no matter what I’m wearing, these are watches that never go out of style.” Aniston, who was named one of People magazine’s 2019 People of the Year, doesn’t branddiscriminate, though. The longtime face of Smartwater and Aveeno owns a Cartier Roadster and wore a Cartier Tank Solo in her 2006 film The Breakup— besides, of course, happily donning not one but two limited-edition Chopard watches her longtime stylists Nina and Clare Hallworth secured for her for The Morning Show. “Her watches are primarily worn for function— large-scaled, bright, easily readable,” the Hallworths told The Hollywood Reporter, describing busy businesswoman Alex. The same can be said for real-life Jen. She doesn’t let her enviable collection sit away in a vault somewhere but uses luxury timepieces for their primary purpose. “I’m all for dainty watches but you still have to be able to tell the time,” she says. “I mean, that’s the whole point of wearing a watch, right?”

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In one of the first scenes of Apple TV’s new series The Morning Show, Jennifer Aniston’s character, Alex Levy, walks into work to discover she’s been left out of the loop about her co-host’s sexual misconduct scandal, and she is mad. She knows she’s about to hear some big news and her role at the TV station is about to change. It’s then we get a glimpse of her watch, a 43mm Regulator from Chopard’s L.U.C collection. Instantly, audiences are made aware this boss woman is powerful, she means business—and man, does she know how to accessorize! Doubtless the A-lister herself had something to do with her on-screen persona’s stellar accoutrements. The Emmy-winning actress is known best, of course, for her role as Rachel Green on Friends and for inspiring that haircut we all coveted in the ’90s. But her real-life watch collection is something to envy just as much as her silky strands, her to-die-for triceps and her decades spent making big-budget films and TV shows. “I like something discreet, in precious metal and well-designed, but definitely not too girly,” the 51-year-old told FHH Journal last year about her timepiece preferences. “I don’t want a watch that could double as a disco ball. You know, the kind that could light up the room!” As for being the talk of a room? Well, maybe. The actress’s delicate left wrist is most often seen in her Rolex President Day-Date, with its oversized 36mm, champagne dial and smooth dome bezel. This timepiece is rumored to have been a gift from her ex-

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THE LUXURY BRAND WITH A HISTORY OF SUPPORTING INTREPID EXPLORATION NOW STRIVES TO MAKE OUR ENDANGERED PLANET “PERPETUAL.” By Christen Fisher A trusted instrument of discovery for nearly a century, the Rolex chronometer has accompanied explorers and adventurers into the planet’s wildest, most challenging realms—from its deepest oceans to its highest peaks, its remotest caverns to its lonely poles—unfailingly keeping track of time and helping to advance our knowledge about the world we share. The founder of Rolex, Hans Wilsdorf, saw the world as a living laboratory. He used it as a testing ground for his watches throughout the 1930s, sending them to the most extreme locations, supporting explorers who ventured into the unknown. But as the world has continued to change, exploration for pure discovery has given way to exploration as a means to preserve the endangered natural world. Through the Rolex Awards for Enterprise, Rolex is continuing the legacy of its founder, supporting the explorers of today on their new mission: to make the planet perpetual. Since 1976, the Rolex Awards for Enterprise have supported and championed exceptional individuals who take on the major challenges of our time, sharing a spirit of enterprise and a desire to make the world a better place. These awards are designed to stimulate new ways of thinking about common problems and to celebrate those who embody the belief that anyone can change everything. Associate Rolex laureate and marine bio-geochemist Emma Camp, Ph.D., is one such individual. With Rolex’s support, she is working to repopulate coral reefs ravaged by a warming climate, acidifying water and other human-inflicted damage. In 2016, Camp led a dive team to New Caledonia that documented, for the first time, 20 species of coral thriving under conditions previously considered by science to be too hot and too toxic for them to survive. Most corals prefer clean, crystal-clear waters low in nutrients and sediment, stable in temperature and rich in oxygen, but the corals Camp and her team found thrive amid hostile conditions, in the murky waters around mangroves where “conditions are comparable to, or even exceed, what is predicted for the open ocean under climate change in the year 2100.” By identifying similar hot spots of resilience along the 2,000 kilometers of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, the world’s largest coral assemblage, and studying the behavior and genetics of these ultra-tough coral

survivors, Camp hopes to uncover the mechanisms supporting these corals’ unique ability to tolerate stress, to establish a network of hot spots of reef resilience, and most importantly, to understand how the “super corals” can be used in adaptive reef management. She plans to partner with ecotourism companies to further these aims. Camp is, in essence, striving to make our coral reefs perpetual. If you share Camp’s enterprising spirit to make our planet perpetual, then consider one of Rolex’s extraordinary dive watches: the Submariner, the Sea-Dweller or the Deepsea. Launched in 1953, the Submariner was originally created specifically for underwater exploration and diving, but over the years, it has become a go-to watch across all walks of life in, on and out of the water. The Submariner’s Oyster case is waterproof to a depth of 1,000 feet and provides optimal protection from water, dust, pressure and shocks. The Submariner’s unidirectional rotatable bezel is key to the functionality of the watch. Its engraved 60-minute graduation allows a diver to monitor diving time and decompression stops accurately and therefore safely. Manufactured from a hard, corrosion-resistant ceramic, the Cerachrom bezel insert is virtually scratchproof, and its color is unaffected by ultraviolet rays, seawater or chlorinated water. Beginning at $7,900, the Submariner and Submariner Date are available in Oystersteel, Oystersteel and gold, and gold with a variety of dial and bezel colors. For the dedicated diver, Rolex offers the Sea-Dweller, launched in 1967, and the Deepsea, unveiled in 2008. They are the fruit of decades of collaboration with diving professionals. Rated to a depth of 4,000 feet and sized at 43 millimeters, the Sea-Dweller’s 60-minute graduated, unidirectional rotatable bezel enables divers to safely monitor their dive and decompression times. For those who want to go deeper, the Rolex Deepsea is waterproof to a depth of 12,800 feet. Housed in a 44-millimeter Oyster case reinforced with the patented Ringlock System, the sleek black dial features large Chromalight hour markers and hands filled with luminescent material that emits a long-lasting blue glow for legibility in dark conditions. Beginning at $11,700, the Sea-Dweller is available in Oystersteel and yellow gold or Oystersteel. The Rolex Deepsea is available in Oystersteel and begins at $12,600.

Opposite page, middle: Through the Rolex Awards for Enterprise, associate Rolex laureate and marine bio-geochemist Emma Camp, Ph.D., is working to repopulate coral reefs that have been impacted by climate change and other human-inflicted damage. She and her team have been studying coral found throughout the globe, including New Caledonia in the South Pacific and the Great Barrier Reef of Australia.

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Kevin Hart awards himself a statement-making luxury watch with every big career achievement, so the comedian and actor has quite a number by now. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Your passion for it grows as your financial situation grows,â&#x20AC;? the 41-year-old has said of this hobby. Here he sports a yellow gold Rolex Datejust to promote his 2019 comedy tour, Irresponsible.

FACE TIME Actor-comedian Kevin Hart is always ready to crack you up, but he’s serious about his discerning watch collecting. Just three examples from his impressive vault of luxury timepieces prove the point:

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YOU CAN’T BUY GOOD TIMES, BUT AFTER EACH PROFESSIONAL SUCCESS THIS ACTOR-COMEDIAN BUYS THE NEXT BEST THING: A LUXURY TIMEPIECE.

“The effort watchmakers put into making something unique,” Hart says, “that’s what I love.” The craftsmanship shows in this Patek Philippe Nautilus Chronograph.

The actor has quite a few styles of the Rolex Submariner like this well-worn one, which he shows off all over Instagram.

niversary Cosmograph Daytona in platinum. Among his dozen Rolexes are a very uncommon Day-Date II 18K yellow-gold with baguette diamonds and a ruby dial, plus of course the classic yellow-gold President Day-Date, which Hart pairs most often with jeans and a tee. The funnyman even wore his own personal Rolex Sea-Dweller in the 2015 comedy Wedding Ringer, as it fit his CEO character’s persona (and no, it wasn’t part of the script). “I think you can tell a lot about the man by the watch that he wears,” Hart has said. “Seeing the variety of watches and the different levels of how crazy this game can get is mind-blowing. It makes you respect the whole craftsmanship of a watch.” To this creative dude, horology is another art, like fashion or music. “That’s what I love.” But you didn’t think Hart’s collection stopped there, did you? Rounding out his vault are three other cornerstone brands—Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet and Richard Mille—in an exclusive collection in which pieces start at about $85K. Collectors ogle those beauties, sure, along with his Nautilus Moonphase and Nautilus Travel Time chronographs by Patek and his Platinum Tourbillon Chronograph and limited edition Extra-Thin Royal Oak by Audemars. Yup, the guy can dress the wrist from a very long list. To celebrate turning the big 4-0 last year, Hart bought himself the Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Split Seconds Chronograph set in platinum on a black leather strap. It’s reportedly worth $300K. (Hart’s net worth has been estimated at $200 million.) Still, for this dad of four, collecting isn’t only about spending money and showing it off, but also about choosing investment pieces that will tell a story about his legacy. “When it’s all said and done, my kids will have my watches that they can attach to various projects that I’ve done,” Hart once told an interviewer. “You can have various pieces of luxury, but nothing happens without the hard work first.”

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They’ll tell you size doesn’t matter, but watch them smile as they say it. The illustrious acting and standup comedy career of 41-year-old Kevin Hart has taken him to great heights, but ceilings are safe—the man still stands just 5’4”. And of course it does matter; he has made comedy hay out of being short since long before his 2006 debut comedy album, I’m a Grown Little Man. And as his wallet has grown over the years of success, he’s been able to indulge a passion that he confesses “had always been there”—for luxury watches. True enough, most kids growing up in a rough Philly neighborhood with a single mom and an absent dad battling drug addiction don’t end up owning a slew of shimmering, world-renowned timepieces. But a sense of humor can beget a sense of the possible, and that was apparently known by Hart. (Also, don’t jump to conclusions here: Hart’s late mom was not a bone-weary domestic but a systems analyst in the Office of Student Registration and Financial Services at the University of Pennsylvania.) The comedian put his childhood woe through the meat grinder of stand-up, but audiences didn’t always gobble it up. He was booed off the stage several times, and one night he had a piece of chicken thrown at him. But he started winning comedy competitions, and he got his big break in 2000 after Judd Apatow cast him in the college comedy Undeclared. That role led to hosting gigs, stand-up specials, comedy tours and top billing in big-budget franchises like the 2012 movie Think Like a Man. And Hart began marking each big career achievement by treating himself to a new watch. His first serious mechanical watch purchase was a Rolex Submariner, followed by a stainless-steel Rolex Daytona—his favorite piece to date because “it’s such a hard watch to get,” as he told Haute Times. “After that I became a Daytona-head. I probably went through all of them.” And he’s probably not exaggerating, as the comic has an Everose Daytona and a 50th an-

Self-proclaimed “Daytona-head” Hart has the classic Rolex timepiece in stainless steel, Everose pink gold, platinum and this yellowgold model.

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the shape of the future TRADITIONAL DIAMONDS ARE FINE, BUT THESE FOUR CELEBS SAID “YES” TO STONES IN UNUSUAL SHAPES. While round, sparkly diamonds never go out of style, four celebrity newlyweds and brides-to-be are indicating that fancy-shaped stones—which include any that aren’t round, brilliant-cut gems—are where engagement rings are headed in 2021. If celebrity choices really influence people’s purchasing decisions, these four beauties may be trendsetters.

THE CUT: Much like a pillow (or, well, a cushion), CUSHIONCUT diamonds are square-shaped with curves around the edges. The style is growing in popularity for brides who want a cut that is soft and romantic, yet still pretty and traditional. THE GIRL: Hilary Duff, who currently stars in Younger, has a classic, covergirl style, so a cushion-cut stone fits right in with her aesthetic. It also complemented the bespoke Jenny Packham she wore down the aisle in December 2019.

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THE RING: Singer/producer Matthew Koma proposed in May 2019 to his longtime girlfriend (and mother of their 1-year-old daughter Banks) with a cushioncut ring with a white gold or platinum split shank solitaire setting. The ring is estimated to be between three and four carats in weight.

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THE CUT: EMERALD-CUT stones have an elongated rectangular shape and give off an elegant, sophisticated vibe. They’re typically in less demand than other stone styles, making emerald cuts generally more affordable—as well as a lot more distinctive. THE GIRL: Hollywood darling Jennifer Lawrence certainly marches to her own drummer (remember when JLaw fell on stage while accepting her Academy Award and totally owned it?), so a run-of-the-mill diamond simply wouldn’t do. Plus, the elegant emerald-cut pairs well with the timeless Dior gowns Lawrence wears on the red carpet—she’s been the face of the luxury brand for years now—and the ring perfectly accessorized the designer’s 1920s-esque wedding dress, which she wore to her October 2019 nuptials. THE RING: The actress’s husband, Cooke Maroney, is an art dealer, so it’s no wonder he proposed with such an eye-catching and oneof-a-kind stunner. Experts guess the ring is a four- to five- carat center stone in a white gold or platinum solitaire setting.

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Not convinced these celebs’ picks are the perfect fit for the bride-to-be in your life? You can’t go wrong with a center stone in any of these stunning shapes:

THE CUT: PEAR-CUT rings are for women who are

bold and confident and like to be a little bit different. Their “teardrop” shape—they’re technically supposed to be worn with the pointed part facing up toward the wearer’s nails—makes them symbolize tears of joy, so they’re well suited for the sentimental bride too. Pearcuts are also cost-effective, as they look larger than a round stone and cost less per carat.

THE GIRL: All three of Scarlett Johansson’s engagement rings have been interesting to look at (she was previously married to both Ryan Reynolds and her daughter’s father, Romain Dauriac), but she saved the best for last with her stunner from Saturday Night Live star Colin Jost. This on-screen superhero, who plays Black Widow in the Marvel movies, certainly needed a powerful, statement-making ring to match her and her characters’ kick-ass personalities.

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THE RING: This piece of jewelry is as stunning as it is unique; its focal point is an 11-carat pear champagne solitaire diamond set on a dark brown band made of ceramic. The ring is Art Decoinspired, and the diamond itself is a beautiful and rare find.

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SARAH HYLAND THE CUT: Flattering on the finger and known for showing off its carat weight because the elongated shape makes it look larger than it is, an OVALSHAPED diamond is one of the most popular engagement ring styles right now (if not the most popular). Trends aside, these stones are appreciated by brides because they’re gorgeous and easy to wear. THE GIRL: Sarah Hyland, who played Haley

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Dunphy on Modern Family, knew exactly what she wanted in an engagement ring—in fact, she chose it and told fiancé Wells Adams of The Bachelorette fame what ring style she liked before he popped the question in July 2019. The oval shape is as on-trend and youthful as the bride-to-be herself.

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THE RING: The five-carat solitaire oval-cut stone sits on a very thin band of pavé diamonds, which visually elongates the actress’s fingers and complements her petite frame.

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Michelle & Colin Sullivan November 1st, 2019

Andrew & Janelle Dennen December 7th, 2019

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This wedding took place before COVID-19. Hopefully, we will be able to enjoy these beautiful celebrations again soon.

vows with a view A COUPLE’S “BOHEMIAN CHIC” WEDDING CEREMONY INVOKED THE SPIRIT—AND THE BEAUTY—OF COLORADO. Text by Donna Rolando

Photography by Liz Banfield

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Opposite page: Wearing a lace Lela Rose design she fell in love with on her first shopping trip, bride Mary Chloe Ourisman walks with groom Timothy Carey down the teepee aisle carrying a simple bouquet of locally grown wildflowers arranged by Cori Cook Floral Design. This page, from left: Mountain-chic aisle seating for the ceremony; fall splendor creates a scenic backdrop; leather-bound invitations by Yonder Design set the tone.

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As they stood reciting vows under a deconstructed teepee in a tent with a backdrop of fall foliage and awe-inspiring views of the Rocky Mountains, Mary Chloe Ourisman and Timothy Carey accomplished their wedding goal: a unique event centered on the outdoors they love. No traditional altar for this couple, who made the perfect match on Bumble, with their D.C. origins, love of skiing and tech-related jobs all in common. With local flavor created by hops, flowers and Southwestern rugs, this tent was set up on the lawn outside the Park Hyatt in Beaver Creek, where the couple’s many guests could find lodging. The Park Hyatt ballroom reflected similar inspiration. “The linens, the place settings, the hops hanging from the ceiling, the aspen-tree-lined stage—the whole thing was unbelievable,” says Mary Chloe. The pair’s wedding planner, Allison Jackson of Pineapple Productions, described the design aesthetic for the Sept. 15, 2018 event as bohemian chic, with a focus on natural textures and organic, untamed, slightly wild shapes. Right down to the menu, which featured braised buffalo short ribs, appreciation for Colorado, the couple’s home, was a consistent motif.

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This page, clockwise from left: Custom-embroidered jean jackets add a country vibe to the white and floral dresses by Jenny Yoo; a closeup of the jackets embroidered by Cece DuPraz as a surprise for the bride through Secretly Gifting; the eveningâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cocktails, like the old-fashioneds here, on a wood serving tray.

Top, the couple paid the perfect tribute to the mountains they love so much with a see-through tent showcasing the scenery; Bottom, left to right: wildflowers, ferns and garden roses make the perfect complement to the bridesmaidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; floral gowns; a real hit was the escort card wall that Pineapple Productions and Pink Monkey Solutions created for seating arrangements; mugs are ready for refreshing apple cider prepared for all guests.

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This page, clockwise from left: Local hops laced around the ceiling create a special ambience and aroma. The menu features Colorado cuisine, with braised buffalo short ribs; a firepit for the evening and its companion, sâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;mores. Opposite page: Neither bride nor groom love cake, but they caved in to their mothersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; requests and settled on a funfetti cake with white frosting.

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For many of us, being stuck at home during the COVID-19 quarantine inspired a new look at home itself. Can’t physically sit in an office in the world’s financial capitals? No problem. We learned to see home as a viable workplace, a click away from money’s epicenters. And we redefined that old “location” mantra such that being in the middle of things suddenly seemed less desirable than being a bit hidden away—safely. Home sales themselves climbed out of their sickbed faster than we expected. According to the real estate brokerage Redfin, the four-week period ending July 12 showed final sale prices up 6 percent over the same period last year (pre-virus), while asking prices were 13 percent higher and the number of pending sales was up 7 percent. And at the top of the market, things were humming. For the people who will buy the five sprawling mansions on these pages, a fine home is a confident bet on the future—a spirit we can all share. Whether the decisive lure is a scenic ocean view, acres of property, unparalleled household amenities or all of the above, these expansive abodes make “home” a wonderland of possibilities.

120 CARNARVON DR. HOUSTON, TX 77024 $29.5 MILLION

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This secluded Southwestern property is bursting with European charm, both inside the 26,000-square-foot English manor and out in the Versailles-esque parterre gardens. The main house is fit for royalty with multiple reception spaces, two kitchens (one for catering), a master suite with his-andhers bathrooms and dressing areas and a 3,200-square-foot stone terrace with a true-blue swimming pool and outdoor kitchen. Guests will beg to stay in the two-bedroom pool house and take advantage of the gated propertyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s luxurious conveniences, which include a gym, a home theater, a wine room, an outdoor playground and sport courts. Southern hospitality beckons here to plenty of guests with plenty of space; bedrooms total six and bathrooms 16.

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16660 CAPTIVA DR. CAPTIVA, FL 33924 $18 MILLION

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Captiva is an exclusive little island that sits off the Gulf Coast of the Sunshine State near Fort Myers. And in this secluded estate with two acres of private property, exclusive is just what youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll get. The outdoor area includes manicured lawns, a peaceful koi pond, a stunning uplit pool and direct access to the beach. The oceanic vibes continue inside the 9,030-square-foot home, which boasts breathtaking views of the water from almost ever y angle. Bright turquoise design details and bold architecture complement the natural Florida sunlight, and a spacious gym, a movie theater, a librar y/office and multiple sitting rooms add to the appeal of this five-bedroom, seven-bathroom beachside hideaway.

18 WALPOLE ST. DOVER, MA 02030 $15 MILLION

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Forty minutes outside Boston sits this six-bedroom, eightbathroom Gentleman’s Farm, complete with 21 acres of property and 15,369 interior square feet. The exterior of the home is brimming with idyllic beauty with its open pastures, vegetable gardens, mature plantings and springfed pond. There is also a pool, a spa and a stone pool house. It’s perfect for agricultural or equestrian types. A multifunctional barn built in 2014 provides solar power to the main home, which is elegant yet still inviting, traditional but with modern updates such as an elevator and a screening room. If you’re working remotely there are three equipped offices (and/or a librar y) in which to set up your space, while guests can make themselves at home in the two-stor y carriage house. At the end of the day, take a stroll through the private pathways or unwind in the gym, the golf room, the sauna, the craft area or the wine room.

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91 WHITE PINE CANYON RD. PARK CITY, UT 84098 $10.90 MILLION This 11,000-square-foot ski-in, ski-out estate is a secluded winter wonderland located in one of Park City ’s most luxurious regions. The 3,700-square-foot guest house is cozy yet expansive, with three guest suites, a gourmet kitchen and a two-car garage. This is all in addition to the home’s main entertainment area featuring a pool table, chess table, bar, wine cellar, state-of-the-art theater space and a bedroom of bunkbeds to sleep all the kids. But good luck leaving your master bedroom, which boasts a private deck, an en suite bathroom and sweeping views of White Pine Canyon. The landscaping is just as stunning as the home’s interior, with ski lift access, snow-capped trees and a natural spring frequented by local moose and elk in need of a drink.

77 STONE GATE LN. LAKE FOREST, IL 60045 $10.95 MILLION

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This one-of-a-kind property overlooking Lake Michigan blends old-school craftsmanship with the luxuries of today. When a renovation was completed in 2001, no detail was spared. The exterior of this 9,097-square-foot beauty is made of limestone, timber and brick. Six bedrooms, eight bathrooms, a wet bar, a home theater, a fitness center, a librar y and a multitude of office spaces make this home especially desirable for these times (or any times, really). The great room, designed by famed architect Alfred Granger in 1928, is a spectacle in and of itself and the homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heart and soul. Outside are intricate rock exposures and vast stone paths and staircases that lead up to a 2,500-square-foot heated boat house and terrace, and then to a private area on the beach.

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kitchen incarnations A HOME’S BUSIEST ROOM CAN BE REBORN AS A STUDY IN DISCIPLINED MAGNIFICENCE. HERE ARE FOUR WAYS.

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Been under “house arrest” recently? (Yeah, we all have.) There’s nothing like staying home to start you wondering just what an ideal home might be. For example, what would your dream kitchen be like? Would it have spacious seating for a large family? A pretty island on which you could both prep and serve? Whatever its features, kitchen design starts with vision, plenty of which is found in Waterworks cofounder Barbara Sallick’s new book, The Perfect Kitchen. This volume showcases dozens of world-class kitchens created by notable interior designers and architects. To feed your appetite for inspiration, check out just four.

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The volumetric, sculptural island in this kitchen is a work of art that is practical as well as eye-catching. An integrated fridge paired with futuristic cabinets keeps things interesting along the perimeter of the space too.

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This black-and-white space proves that a floor can be a spaceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s standout decorative element. Interesting tile or laminate that sets the (literal) groundwork of a kitchen makes other design details pop.

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Chestnut brown flooring that continues throughout the adjoining rooms contrasts beautifully with allwhite-everything kitchen cabinets and walls. Slipcovers may seem an odd choice for kitchen chairs, but this cozy, traditional feature beckons visitors to pull up a seat.

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The eye is drawn instantly to the patterned backsplash tiles and the bold green-and-gold color story in this North African-influenced kitchen. Latticework on the cabinetry is reminiscent of moucharaby windows.

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WANT TO WARM YOUR WINTERTIME GUESTS WITH A SCRUMPTIOUS ARRAY OF TASTES, TEXTURES AND HUES—ALMOST FUSS-FREE? HERE ARE THREE WAYS.

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Chicken soup undeniably feeds the soul, but don’t be too chicken to try a partridge instead. Fact is, almost any hearty soup is bonhomie in a bowl. Easy on you, too, as soup simmering on the stove can be a “Get Out of Jail Free” card that lets you enjoy company instead of perspiring in the kitchen. In Soupology: The Art of Soup From Six Simple Broths, food writer Drew Smith shares tried-and-true recipes and tips for the perfect bowl, using as a foundation one of six homemade “mother broths”: vegetable, chicken, beef bone, fish, shellfish and kombu. The scenic soups pictured in this spread and the next two will delight the diner and puzzle the mathematician: Each one, somehow, is more than the sum of its parts.

Roast Partridge Soup with Chestnuts Yields: 8 servings

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DIRECTIONS

n 1 partridge n 1 carrot n 1 onion n 2 or 3 stalks celery n 1 Tbs. butter n 1 glass red wine n ½ cup farro n 5¼ oz. cooked chestnuts, peeled n 7 oz. canned flageolet beans

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Pour boiling water over your partridge over the sink and pat dry with paper towels. Trim, peel and chop your carrot, onion and celery into small pieces and make a bed of them in the bottom of a roasting pan. Place your bird on top. Cover the base of the roasting pan with a thumbdepth of water. Put the butter inside the bird and roast for 30 minutes. Lift out the bird and set aside to rest. Pour the remaining contents of the roasting pan into a medium pot. Bring to a bubble and add the glass of wine, with an equal amount of water. Carve off the breasts and legs and add the carcass to the pot. Cover and cook hard for 10 minutes. Then add the farro and chestnuts and cook for 15 minutes, until softer but still nutty. Reduce the heat to low. Rinse the flageolets until the water runs clear and add them to the soup along with the partridge breast and wings. Warm through. Drain the broth into a jug to serve on the side. Arrange your ingredients into a neat pile in individual bowls and dress with the soup.

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Roast Tomato Soup Yields: 4 servings

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

FOR THE VEGETABLE TEA:

To make the vegetable tea, bring 1 gallon of water to a boil in a deep pot or saucepan while you deal with the vegetables. Peel and trim the carrots and cut into thirds. Peel and quarter the onions. Trim and dice the leek. Quarter the potatoes—you can leave the skin on.

n 3 carrots n 2 onions n 1 leek n 2 potatoes n 6 black peppercorns n 1 bay leaf n bunch of fresh parsley n sea salt, to taste

FOR THE TOMATO SOUP:

n 2¼ lbs. ripe tomatoes n 4 Tbsp. olive oil, plus extra for frying n pinch of sugar n 1 onion n 1 carrot n 2 stalks celery n 2 garlic cloves n 1 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar n 2 Tbsp. crème fraîche or sour cream n extra virgin olive oil, to serve

As the water comes to a boil, drop the vegetables in and add the spices. Trim the top leaves off the parsley, save for garnish and throw the stalks in the mix. Cover and simmer gently for 30 minutes. Strain and discard the vegetables, keeping only the liquid. Warm through, garnish with a few leaves of parsley, season with salt to taste and add a slurp of olive oil if you like. To make the soup, preheat oven to 375°F. Slice the tomatoes in half, lay out a baking pan and cover with a good glug of olive oil and a sprinkle of sugar. Bake for 60 minutes, until they are just about to char. Meanwhile, peel and dice the onion, carrot, celery and garlic. Shallow fry in olive oil in a wide saucepan for 10 minutes. Add in the roasted tomatoes and their juices. Warm up 2½ cups vegetable tea in a separate saucepan and, as it comes to a boil, add to the vegetables. Let everything simmer for 20 minutes. Take off the heat. Liquidize in a blender or food processor. To serve, drizzle in the balsamic vinegar, add a dollop of crème fraîche or sour cream, and finish with some extra virgin olive oil.

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Cauliflower and Wild Mushroom Soup Yields: 4 servings

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

n handful of dried mushrooms—

Soak the mushrooms in 1 quart of boiling water to reconstitute for about 15 minutes. If they are bigger than a soup spoon, then snip them smaller with scissors.

shiitake or any wild mushrooms, especially morels or porcinis n 1 cauliflower n 1 leek n 2 stalks celery n handful of cilantro, to serve

Put the cauliflower, whole, into a large pot and cover with boiling water. Trim and dice the leek and celery neatly and add to the pot. Add the cilantro stalks, reserving the leaves. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes until the vegetables are soft. Strain the broth and reserve a few cauliflower florets, the leek and the celery. Transfer the mushrooms and their soaking liquid to a clean pot. Add a cup of the cauliflower broth (the remaining liquid can be added to another vegetable broth). Break off the florets from the cauliflower—two per serving. Add in the leek and celery. Warm through and serve each bowl with several leaves of cilantro.

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All recipes and photos are reprinted with permission from Soupology: The Art of Soup From Six Simple Broths by Drew Smith. Photos by Tom Regester © Rizzoli

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ENTERTAINING AGAIN? A WORLD-RENOWNED SOMMELIER AND WINEMAKER SUGGESTS DISTINCTIVE PAIRINGS FOR A DINNER’S FIRST MOMENTS—AND ITS LAST. Perhaps it’s been a while since you’ve hosted a get-together for an evening meal. So, now that COVID-19 restrictions have for the most part been lifted and you can celebrate again with family and friends, you want your occasion to be special. The wine you serve with your main course will be chosen to be compatible with the entrée, certainly. But will it also suit your appetizer and dessert courses? To make a dinner truly memorable, says Rajat Parr, founder of Sandhi Wines in Santa Barbara, California, think about giving these opening and closing chapters of your dinner’s story their own pairings. The sommelier-turned-winemaker recommends ideal varietals for the first and final courses of your meal.

WINE AND CHOCOLATE

These two dessert-time aphrodisiacs have a lot in common—both contain antioxidants and are often go-tos after a long day, for instance—but finding the perfect combination and balancing of flavors can be difficult. “Some people like red wine with chocolate, but it’s not easy [to pair them] unless the red wine has residual sugar,” Parr says. He recommends a dry or off-dry “reddish brownish” Bual Madeira alongside milk chocolate, and a colorless white port— that’s a sweet varietal made in Portugal— for its white chocolate counterpart. If you’re serving dark chocolate that contains more than 75 percent cacao (and thus tends to have a more bitter taste), the higher alcohol content in a red zinfandel or the “off-dry ripe style” Italian-made Amarone are both great and surprising options.

Hors d’oeuvres, anyone? The type of dip you serve before a meal alongside raw vegetables, such as broccoli, cauliflower, carrots and celery, should not determine what type of wine you present with it, Parr advises. No matter what, “you want light, fresh white wines with an herbaceousness to them,” he says. His picks? A vinho verde from Portugal, a sauvignon blanc or a light-bodied chenin blanc, derived from France. Bottle to try: Habit Chenin Blanc 2018, $30

WINE AND CHEESE

There are two universal tips to keep in mind when pairing wine with cheeses, Parr says. One is that very few cheeses work with a heavier red wine due to the competing and complex flavors. And two, “young cheese goes best with younger wine, and more aged cheese pairs with slightly older white wines.” With that said, our sommelier suggests serving an exceptional chardonnay alongside cow’s milk cheeses, whereas fresh goat cheese goes nicely with the more herbal-toned sauvignon blanc. Aged goat cheese is best with a vintage bottle of sauvignon blanc or a white Bordeaux, which is essentially sauvignon blanc blended with gold-skinned grapes found in France and Australia called Sémillon. Another important thing to keep in mind? “Wines that are too oaky can cause bitterness with cheese,” Parr adds. Bottles to try: Fresh goat cheese: Vacheron Sancerre 2018, $40 Aged goat cheese: Domaine de Chevalier 2012, $60 Cow’s milk cheese: Louis Michel Chablis 2017, $90

WINE AND DESSERT TREATS The sweeter the dessert, the sweeter its accompanying wine should be, our expert says. “As an overarching rule, dry wines won’t work with sweet things.” For cake, he loves a sparkling or still moscato or, if it’s a chocolate cake you’re indulging in, a sweet rosé such as Italian varietal brachetto is an unexpected pick. The French wine sauternes is an ideal companion to fruity pies, Parr says, and there is only one type of vino he’ll consider when eating cookies or biscotti. “That’s a vin santo, a sweet Italian wine,” he declares. Bottles to try: Cake: Vietti Moscato 2018, $12 Fruit pies: Château Climens 2016, $82 Biscottis/cookies: Felsina Vin Santo 2007, $40

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Bottles to try: Milk chocolate: Barbeito Bual Madeira 1982, $130 White chocolate: Dow’s White Port, $15 Dark chocolate: Tommaso Bussola Recioto Classico 2015, $54

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THE SUBTLE, CHERRY-SCENTED REDS OF THIS NORTHERN ITALIAN REGION ARE FINALLY WINNING THE RECOGNITION THEY DESERVE. By Josh Sens Drive northeast from Milan into the scenic folds of Lombardy. As the cityscape gives way to tiny villages, the terrain begins to buckle. Just shy of the Swiss border, it erupts into dramatic ridges, flanking a valley that runs from east to west, with the Adda River winding through it. The steep surrounding hillsides are striped with vines. Welcome to Valtellina, an Alpine region that has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It also happens to be home to some of Italy’s most exciting wines. That you’ve likely never heard of them is not surprising. Though wine has been produced in Valtellina for more than 1,000 years, the region has never been a fixture of glossy travelogues or a trendy topic among stateside sommeliers. For wine enthusiasts in this country, its vintages have barely registered as a blip, overshadowed by other northern Italian appellations such as Barolo and Barbaresco. But in a global wine market increasingly intrigued by far-flung finds, that is changing. Valtellina is having a moment. That makes this a good time to catch up on what we’ve missed. Let’s start with the grapes. The wines of Valtellina derive from Nebbiolo, the same varietal that makes up Barolo and Barbaresco. Here, though, the fruit is known as Chiavennasca, in honor of the nearby town of Chiavenna, and its environment lends it distinctive traits. Grown on severely sloped terrain that requires the vineyards to be tended by hand, the grapes are harvested in small batches. Though mountains shield them from bracing wind and cold, the cool air of the elevation, combined with the region’s stony soil, yields bright, cherry-scented wines, leaner and less powerful than the brawniest northern Italian reds, but laced with tannins for lovely structure. They come in three main classifications: Rosso di Valtellina DOC, which is aged for six months in wood barrels; Valtellina Superiore, born of grapes from premier plots and aged for a minimum of two years; and Sforzato di Valtellina, a bigger-bodied

style made from partially dried grapes and roughly reminiscent of Amarone. Light red in color, Valtellina turns a moody purplish crimson when left to mature for a few years in the bottle. Its flavors grow deeper too, while retaining a finesse and complexity that marry wonderfully with food. “They are wines that combine vigor with elegance, wines of great balance of fruit and freshness,” says Cristina Scarpellini, owner and operator of the heralded winery Tenuta Scerscé. “It’s our location that makes us unique. This region is like the Burgundy of Italy.” A former attorney with a background in international corporate law, Scarpellini first saw Valtellina when she met with a client in the region a little more than a decade ago. It was love at first sight. Smitten by the beauty of the landscape and enthralled by the nuance of the wines, she leased an acre of vineyards and began to dabble—an impassioned hobby that gradually evolved into a new career. At Tenuta Scerscé, Scarpellini produces Valtellina in its three traditional styles and adheres to millennia-old farming practices. The vines are trained in the rittochino method, which moderates the flow of water and minimizes the risk of erosion. They also are hand-managed, with the fruit collected in baskets called portini. Even the winery’s name (a sciarsce is a traditional twopronged pitchfork used on the soil) speaks to its connection to the past. At the same time, Tenuta Scerscé is pushing the region’s reputation forward. Along with a small cluster of other acclaimed local producers including Sandro Fay and La Perla, it has helped bring wider international recognition to wines that have long deserved their day in the sun. “As consumers become more educated about wine, they hear about the wines of Valtellina and are interested to discover them,” Scarpellini says. “And, of course, we are very happy to show them what we do.”

TASTING NOTES Sandro Fay Ca Morei Valtellina Superiore Valgella DOCG, $35 Notes of toffee and black berries mingle in a wine with a lush texture and a jammy edge cut by fresh acidity. Enjoy with pasta Bolognese. Tenuta Scerscé Essenza Nebbiolo Valtellina Superiore DOCG, $35 A balance of bright fruit and tannic structure, this lush red pairs beautifully with cured meats, roasts and cheese. La Perla “La Mossa” Valtellina Superiore DOCG, $35 This has hints of dried fruit and pine on the palate with intense dark berries on the nose. It is delicious with everything from pasta to hearty roasts.

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Just a one-hour drive north from Milan and close to the Swiss border, Valtellina is known for its ski centers, spas, cheese, and of course, its cherry-scented wines.

GIFT GUIDE

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IN A YEAR LIKE THIS, WHAT YOU GIVE HER SHOULD BE MORE THAN A TOKEN OF YOUR LOVE. IT SHOULD CONVEY YOUR ADMIRATION FOR EXACTLY WHO SHE IS. MARCO BICEGO

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Classic yet contemporary is key to the Marco Bicego aesthetic, and the Marrakech Onde Collection, named after the city in Morocco, is an example. The collection features yellow and white gold coils formed into hand-twisted strands created with the designer’s signature “corda di chitarra” technique. The coils in the earrings, bracelets and necklaces join together at sparkly diamond stations. These pieces make the perfect gift for the woman who likes traditional jewelry with a sophisticated (and literal) twist. What love might the Marrakech express? Left, 18K gold three-strand hand-twisted Marrakech Onde statement bracelet linked together with pavé diamond stations. Right, from top, 18K gold five-strand hand-twisted Marrakech Onde long pendant linked with pavé diamond station; 18K gold hand-twisted Marrakech Onde link necklace with double sided diamond pavé station; 18K gold hand-twisted Marrakech Onde three-link earrings on a pavé French hook; 18K gold hand-twisted Marrakech Onde concentric earrings on a pavé French hook.

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Clockwise from left, Venetian Princess locket necklace in 18K yellow gold with tassel and diamond accents; Barocco diamond tassel necklace in 18K yellow gold; Royal Princess Flower flexible bangle in 18K yellow and white gold with diamonds; Love in Verona earrings in 18K yellow gold with diamonds; Love in Verona ring in 18K yellow gold with diamonds.

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Roberto Coin epitomizes Italian luxury, blending modernity with the classical in each handmade design. The new Love in Verona Collection features the iconic four-petal flower pattern along the surface of each piece, which represents the architecture of the City of Gold and pays homage to Roberto Coinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s notable Princess Collection. New additions to the Princess Collection include necklaces featuring beaded strands of gold tassels, which elevate any look. And of course, each and every special piece features the designerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s signature: a tiny ruby placed by hand inside.

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DAVID YURMAN Show the woman in your life how much you care by giving her a piece (or two) from the legendary brand’s 2020 offerings. The Starburst Collection, inspired by fireworks, features clusters of gold and diamonds, while the new Renaissance pieces reinvent the classic David Yurman Cable with the addition of precious stones, mixed metals and diamonds. Satisfaction guaranteed.

Clockwise from top, Starburst cluster necklace in 18K yellow gold with pavé diamonds; Starburst cluster earrings in 18K yellow gold with pavé diamonds; Renaissance ring with pearls, 14K yellow gold and diamonds; Renaissance ring in 18K yellow gold with full pavé diamonds; diamond Renaissance bracelet in 18K white gold.

MIKIMOTO For more than a century, Mikimoto has been producing the finest quality cultured pearls; any one of these go-withanything gems is sure to become not only a treasured piece but a family heirloom. Choose from a piece in the M Collection, which features a modern take on the letter “M,” or a sparkly stunner from Morning Dew, inspired by nature’s dew drops. Clockwise from top left, Japan Collection Akoya cultured pearl necklace with diamonds in 18K white gold; M Collection Akoya cultured pearl pendant in 18K white gold; Morning Dew Akoya and Black South Sea cultured pearl and diamond earrings in 18K white gold; Morning Dew Akoya cultured pearl and diamond earrings in 18K white gold; M Collection Akoya cultured pearl and diamond earrings in 18K white gold.

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1. Glastonbury holiday party (left to right) Bob DePaola, Donna Kaminski, Joanne Gunn, Sheila Fowler, Katherine Bow, Gil Fortunato, Mark Burns, Laurie Cariseo and Alicia Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hara. 2. Andrea Mascaro and John Green at iHeartRadio promoting the LBG-sponsored Community Access. 3. Mike Stacy and John Green at WRCH Radio station for our Christmas Wish donation (christmaswishct.org). 4. Harp player at our Glastonbury holiday party. 5. iHeartRadio contest winners with Norma Green at our West Hartford store. 6. Mary, our social media contest winner, at our West Hartford store wearing her new Moderno necklace. 7. Annie at our West Hartford store during renovations. 8. Mohegan Sun stores donation to the Wequonnoc Magnet School. 9. Watch historian Joe Thompson from Hodinkee speaking at our West Hartford watch event. 10. Our LBG watchmaker at our West Hartford watch event.

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11. John and Norma Green at the GEM awards. 12. Annmarie Noblis, Andrew Pearce and Mary Trefney. 13. Marc Green and Erika Arias talking about the Manchester Road Race and TAG Heuer at Fox 61 News. 14. Cheryl Tracy Miller receiving her 25-year certificate. 15. Toys for Tots with the U.S. Marine Corp Reserve, with Gil Fortunato at our Glastonbury store. 16. Kat Bow from our Glastonbury store. 17. Marc Green with JeanFrederic Dufour, the worldwide president and CEO of Rolex, at the Rolex Awards 18. Trish and Terry at our Westport store. 19. President and business partner of Roberto Coin speaking at the Roberto Coin dinner at Scampo. 20. Beautiful table settings at the Roberto Coin dinner. 21. World-renowned Chef Lydia Shire at Scampo.

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