Magazine Spring/Summer 2016 • Issue 8
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A TUFTS COMMUNICATIONS FINE JEWELRY PUBLICATION MAGAZINE SPRING/SUMMER 2016 • ISSUE 8 The Test of Time Marco Bicego — Beautiful Blue David Yurman — Miss Chatelaine Gucci’s Modern Glamour Everyday Coin the magic of 2708_DY_Benari_SL610_TuftsSpringMag_2016.indd 1 2/29/16 11:59 AM 2708_DY_Benari_SL610_TuftsSpringMag_2016.indd 1 2/29/16 11:59 AM Cartier © www.cartier.us CLÉ DE CARTIER New Collection Advertiser: Cartier Ad: Cle WGD Strap Spread PUWA1705 Publication: Benari Catalog Issue: April 2016 Bleed: 18.25" x 11.125" Trim: 18" x 10.875" COLOR TAG INFO Safety: 17.5" x 10.375" Giga Job#: 70408 ______________ / / Cartier © www.cartier.us CLÉ DE CARTIER New Collection Advertiser: Cartier Ad: Cle WGD Strap Spread PUWA1705 Publication: Benari Catalog Issue: April 2016 Bleed: 18.25" x 11.125" Trim: 18" x 10.875" COLOR TAG INFO Safety: 17.5" x 10.375" Giga Job#: 70408 ______________ / / contents ISSUE EIGHT • BENARI JEWELERS MAGAZINE 8 Welcome 10 Gucci’s Modern Glamour 11 Beautiful Blue p22 14 Rolex Reinvents the Yacht-Master 16 Everyday Coin 20 The Magic of Mikimoto 22 Miss Chatelaine p14 24 The Test of Time 28 The Many Shades of Michele 30 Fanning the Flames of Love 32 Luvente Loves Life p36 34 Refresh, Restyle, Redesign 36 A Ring That’s Right for You Todd Tufts • Editor in Chief/Publisher/Creative Director Carol Besler • Editorial Director Larry Stuart • Art Director Stephen Lewis • Assistant Copy Editor Vence Vida • Production Manager/Designer Kyle Boyer • Designer *Prices subject to change. Please contact the store for current pricing and availability. Benari Jewelers Magazine is published by Tufts Communications, 1201 E. 5th Street, Suite 1009 • Anderson, IN 46012 T: 765-608-3081 • E: [email protected] • © 2016, Tufts Communications. All rights reserved. Printed in the USA. A MESSAGE FROM BENARI JEWELERS Welcome to the spring issue of Benari Jewelers Magazine. We have cultured pearl, and the fun, everyday rings of none other than Gucci. worked hard over the winter to refresh our selection of world-class Because jewelry is not always about adding major showpieces to jewelry in order to bring you the newest classics and the very latest your collection, we have also added a special Gift Guide section this contemporary styles. We travel the world in search of unique pieces year to focus on our wonderful selection of treasures priced at under for our showcases, choosing only those made to the highest standards $1,000. And our new “Moms, Dads and Grads” section showcases hand of craftsmanship. selected pieces that we think are equal to the occasion for the special In this issue, we bring you an inside look at the latest from our people in your life. favorite luxury designer brands, including David Yurman’s Chatelaine All of us at Benari Jewelers would like to thank you for sharing collection of extraordinary checkerboard-cut gems; Marco Bicego’s your joy in commemorating life’s special moments and for allowing luminous Lunaria collection of jewelry, now with lapis lazuli; dazzling us the opportunity to share with you our vision and passion for diamonds from Hearts On Fire; and the latest from Rolex, the most exquisite jewelry. coveted watch brand in the world. We also bring you a glimpse of the Sincerely, latest creations from Mikomoto, the inventor and design-master of the The Benari Family 299 Main Street • Exton, PA 19341 3606 West Chester Pike • Newtown Square, PA 19073 BenariJewelers.com John Hardy and Classic Chain Collection are Registered Trademarks. Registered and Classic Chain Collection are John Hardy Artisan-Crafted Classic Chain Collection 20160307_Benari_MagAd_.indd 1 3/7/16 10:17 AM Account Name BRINKER’S JEWELRY Publication Name - Color 4 COLOURS Image Selection M19-S15 Bleed size 9.25” (W) X 11.125” (H) Trim size 9” (W) X 10.875” (H) Live Area - Date of Request 7/03/2016 Due Date - Layout Version 1ST LAYOUT - 07/03/2016 by CAROL BESLER designer spotlight Gucci’s modern glamour Gucci glams up its signature styles with diamonds and a new ambassador Gucci has been famous for its in imitable style since 1921. From craft. The latest pieces, in 18k yellow or 18k rose gold, interpret its iconic loafers to its classic handbags and jewelry, Gucci has the familiar motif in a contemporary style. Some pieces are adorned consistently demonstrated a special talent for combining classic and with the sparkle of diamonds. avant-garde styles for a look that is both highly recognizable and Gucci has also added three new pieces to the Horsebit collection. utterly unique. Like the Marina Chain, the Horsebit collection was designed in This combination is what makes Gucci’s jewelry both glamorous the 1950s, and the motif was first used as a decorative element and highly wearable for everyday occasions. The brand’s jewelry on bags, shoes and leather goods. The Horsebit motif was inspired collections have become favorites for their versatility. by the equestrian aristocracy of Florence, Italy, the city where This year, Gucci is adding new styles to two of its most iconic Gucci was founded in 1921. Today it shines as a favorite jewelry collections, the Marina Chain and the Horsebit. The Marina Chain, motif. Although the new designs are slimmer, they are designed to often referred to as the “Gucci link,” is a link chain designed as a complement all the pieces in the existing collection. They include a nod to the yachting world, including the lines or ropes of pleasure bracelet, drop earrings and a ring crafted in 18k yellow or pink gold. Marina Chain The new Horsebit in white gold. collection from Gucci. Gucci is a red carpet favorite, worn by Salma Hayak, Cameron Diaz and Amy Adams, among others. This year Gucci has a new ambassador — Florence Welch, the stylish lead singer of Florence and the Machine. 10] BENARI JEWELERS MAGAZINE by CAROL BESLER designer spotlight beautifulblue Marco Bicego adds a burst of color to the Lunaria collection Marco Bicego’s Lunaria collection, introduced two years ago, has become a favorite among fans of the master jeweler and designer. It was born from Marco’s love of nature, and inspired by the natural Lunaria flower with its unique flat disc- shaped seed pods. The jewelry collection’s gold petal-like discs resemble the natural flower pods. The surfaces of the “pods” are engraved using the brand’s signature Bulino technique, a satin finish that lends itself particularly well to the motif because it creates an organic look. Now, Marco Bicego is excited to introduce Lunaria Lapis, an extension of the Lunaria collection, updated with the addition of beautiful lapis lazuli stones. This stunning, deep blue stone has been used in both art and jewelry as far back as 500 B.C. Known for its dark blue color and flecks of gold, lapis has historically been referred to as the “stone of the sky” with its clouds of golden pyrite resembling constellations in the night. BENARI JEWELERS MAGAZINE [11 “According to legend, this semiprecious stone was revered as a slice of the sky given by God to man.” According to legend, this semiprecious stone was revered as a slice of the sky given by God to man. With that in mind, the Egyptians often incorporated lapis into amulets and scarabs, ornaments used to protect against danger and evil spirits. The Babylonians used lapis to adorn the Ishtar Gate, one of the eight gates to the inner city of Babylon, giving the façade a jewel-like sheen. Michelangelo even blended lapis into his pigments to paint the sky of the Sistine Chapel. Marco is proud to incorporate this iconic stone into his core collection and offer those who wear his jewelry their very own little piece of the sky! 12] BENARI JEWELERS MAGAZINE by CAROL BESLER time zone he Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master has been in the Rolex line since 1992, but the new model, the Yacht-Master 40 in 18k gold, represents three firsts — it is the first with a Tblack dial, the first with an elastomer strap (normally Rolex watches are fitted with bracelets) and the first in 18k gold. The case of the new model is 18k rose gold (Everose, as Rolex calls its proprietary alloy) with a ceramic (Cerachrom) bezel. Previously, the Yacht- Master was available only in stainless steel, with a platinum bezel. The elastomer strap was the talk of the watch industry when it was introduced. It’s called Oysterflex, and is made of a very soft, flexible elastomer with an internal cushion system that makes it extremely close fitting and comfortable. The rubber is fitted over metal blades made of a titanium and nickel alloy, so you get the strength of metal combined with the comfort of rubber. Rolex Reinvents the Yacht-Master The newest model in this collection represents three firsts 14] BENARI JEWELERS MAGAZINE The Yacht-Master 40 has the same cyclops window and Mercedes hands, as well as the same movement as the previous Yacht-Master, the automatic Caliber 3135, entirely developed and manufactured by Rolex. Like all Rolex Perpetual movements, the 3135 is a certified Swiss chronometer, a designation reserved for high-precision watches that have successfully passed the Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC) tests. BENARI JEWELERS MAGAZINE [15 designer spotlight EVERYDAY COINby CAROL BESLER Roberto Coin’s newest designs for daily-wear exude Italian flair As America’s favorite Italian jewelry designer, Roberto Coin never fails to delight with new collections every year. When Roberto Coin began to design and produce jewelry in 1977 on behalf of some of the most prestigious international brands of fine jewelry, he found himself quickly becoming one of the most sought-after designers in the business.