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An invitation to travel across the continents and oceans illustrated on

three versions of the hand-guilloché lacquered dial, the Classique Hora

Mundi is the first mechanical watch with an instant-jump time-zone display.

Thanks to a patented mechanical memory based on two heart-shaped

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ON THE COVERModel Kajsa Nord (Elite ModelManagement) wears IPPOLITAsterling silver, diamond andgemstone jewelry from theStella Collection. Photography by Edwin Santa.Makeup by Eliut Tarin. Hair by Lili Rodriguez. Nails by Abigail Alcala.Assistance by Marlon Pacheco.Headpieces designed by EdwinSanta and Albeiro Pachon.

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Every year I'm asked by colleagues, friends and members of the jewelry andwatch industry about what my outlook is for the coming year. This year, Ireflected back over our history and pondered what is consistently true aboutwhat to expect from the future. My reply was simply “Round 37.” Most of thetime, I encounter a confused reaction, which generally requires furtherexplanation — We're in the 37th year of the Celebration Business. Each day welook forward to greeting clients who want to mark an occasion in their lives:engagements, birthdays, anniversaries, promotions, retirements, Valentine's Day,Mother's Day, graduations, Father's Day, and of course, the holiday season. Weplay a special part in our relationships with each client as we are trusted toassist, inform and educate about each particular request.

I, like most of you, have an optimistic view of our future economy. Butthere's one thing I know for sure: each of the occasions I mentioned will insome way be celebrated or marked in some manner. And if we continue toprovide an exemplary experience and the best-of-class Jewelry and WatchCollections, our clients will allow us the privilege of helping celebrate thesemoments.

So yes, in my opinion the period of banking instability is behind us; homesare being built at an accelerated pace; equities in stock portfolios havesubstantially recovered; there's a sigh of relief that the election cycle is in ourrearview mirror. It's time to look forward and let those who matter most in ourlives experience the joy of receiving a precious gift from Hyde Park. And wehave been honored to be a part of these occasions for the last 37 years!

Warm Regards,

Michael PollakCEO, Hyde Park [email protected]

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GRAND UNVEILING OF THE NEW OMEGA BOUTIQUE AT HYDE PARK

The Omega Boutique at Hyde Park opened its doors in November with an unveiling event formedia and customers followed by a private screening of the new James Bond Skyfall film. HydePark is proud to be the first independent retailer in the U.S. to open an Omega Boutique. GregorySwift, Omega Brand President North America, was in town for the special unveiling event whichwas timed with the opening of Skyfall and the 50 year celebration of James Bond. In Skyfall,James Bond took to the screen for the 23rd time with Daniel Craig reprising the role of the world’sfavorite secret agent for the third time running — and once again, agent 007 wore an OmegaSeamaster. The event featured a vast collection of over 300 Omega watches, including theOmega Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M Skyfall Limited Edition watch and the Omega SeamasterJames Bond 007 50th Anniversary Collector’s watch. Guests enjoyed being the first to see thespectacular Omega boutique, a special viewing of these very special watch collections and anevening dedicated to all things James Bond. Chad Chisholm Photography

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MEN’S NIGHT OUT BENEFITTING DENVER HEALTH FOUNDATION

DECEMBER 2012, DENVER, COLORADOLast December, Hyde Park joined forces with Denver Health Foundation for the 3rdbiennial Men’s Night Out event, a benefit to help raise awareness and funding for men’shealth services. The event sparkled from start to finish thanks to the event chairperson andDenver Health Board of Directors’ president, Hyde Park’s CEO Michael Pollak, along withmany generous donors and committee members. This free event, sponsored by 5280Magazine, featured a “50 Years of James Bond” theme to tie in with the recent opening ofthe new Omega Boutique at Hyde Park and celebration of James Bond’s 50th Anniversary.James Bond has worn an Omega Seamaster watch in every film since Goldeneye in 1995,a tradition that continued in 2012’s Skyfall.

The highlight of the evening was a chance to win a very special watch: the limited edition Omega Seamaster James Bond 50th Anniversary Collector’s Watch. Omega’spresident, Gregory Swift, was there to oversee the special occasion. Guests mingledamong Denver’s movers and shakers, enjoying gourmet delights and one-on-one timewith some of Denver’s top chefs, including Tyler Wiard of Elway’s restaurant, Troy Guardof TAG restaurant, and Brandon Beiderman of ACE restaurant. A James Bond Cocktail Barfeatured “Shaken not Stirred” martinis and tequila tasting, compliments of Ultimat vodkaand Patron tequila. Special thanks also to our sponsors: Salus Capital, Richmond AmericanHomes, EKS&H, Aspen Pure and King Soopers. Steve Peterson Photography

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CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL COLORADO 35TH ANNUAL LEGACY GALA NOVEMBER 2012, DENVER, COLORADO

The Children’s Gala benefitting Children’s Hospital Colorado is among Colorado’s premier fundraising events, and for the past 10 years, Hyde Park Jewelershas been honored to be a part of helping make this event successful. This year’s 35th annual Gala featured funnyman Craig Ferguson, violinist MaestroHughes, and an emotionally moving dance performance by iLuminate. The evening concluded with tunes spun by celebrity DJ Casey Connor.

Hyde Park and our partner, Gucci, presented an amazing live auction package for “Music’s Biggest Night” to attend the 55th Annual Grammy Awards.One lucky bidder and a guest received the rare opportunity to attend the Grammy Awards and the Official Grammy Celebration After-Party in Los Angeles.The winner also received the I-Gucci Grammy Special-Edition watch and dog tags, uniquely fusing fashion and music. The package included luxuryaccommodations at the Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills, round-trip airfare, limo transportation to the big event and a special gift certificate toHyde Park to ensure the attendees were red carpet ready!

Visit childrenscoloradofoundation.org to learn more about this year’s fundraising event.

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At the Global Down Syndrome Foundation, fundraising and awareness go hand-in-hand. In 2012, the Foundation’s marquee fundraiser, the Be Beautiful BeYourself Fashion Show, honored Oscar-winning actor and musician Jamie Foxx and TV star Luke Zimmerman. The event raised over $1 million and attracted1,200 attendees including celebrities Quincy Jones, Virginia Williams and singer Natasha Bedingfield, who performed at the event. The highlight of theevening was a fashion show featuring beautiful guest models who happen to have Down Syndrome and other developmental disabilities. The Be BeautifulBe Yourself Fashion Show is the largest single fundraiser for Down Syndrome in the nation. Visit globaldownsyndrome.org to learn more.

THE PHOENIX SYMPHONY’S INAUGURAL WOMEN’S LUNCHEON FEATURINGTHE TEXAS TENORS FROM AMERICA’S GOT TALENT AND CELEBRITY COWBOY CHEF

GRADY SPEARSOCTOBER 2012, PHOENIX, ARIZONA

More than 350 people attended The Phoenix Symphony’s “Savor the Symphony” Event, held at the Symphony Hall in October. This inaugural women’sfundraising luncheon combined the joy of music and food in order to benefit The Phoenix Symphony’s highly regarded music education and outreachprograms, and thanks to the generosity of corporate and individual sponsors, the Symphony surpassed its fundraising goal.

“I can’t think of a more exciting and delicious way to show our support for The Phoenix Symphony than with the amazing voices of The Texas Tenorsand the incredible creativity of Cowboy Chef Grady Spears,” remarked Jane Jozoff, Chair of Savor the Symphony.

Nicole Stanton, wife of Mayor Greg Stanton, addressed the audience about the importance of music education, stating that “for a child, music is a vitalpart of their intellectual and social development... over half of the schools in Arizona provide no music… for many of these schools, the only exposure[children] have to music is through The Phoenix Symphony.”

For more information about The Phoenix Symphony visit phoenixsymphony.org.

BE BEAUTIFUL BE YOURSELF FASHION SHOW BENEFITTING GLOBAL DOWNSYNDROME FOUNDATION

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Hyde Park and Chopard hit the road together for the 24th

Annual Colorado Grand event. Every year this event has

continued to provide remarkable help for Colorado charities. To

date, the event has contributed more than $3 million!

The Colorado Grand® is an annual charity tour for 1960 and earlier sports

and race cars of distinction. The event was founded in 1989 by Englewood

automotive enthusiast Bob Sutherland. Every September at the peak of the

fall color season, approximately 85 vintage cars are driven in this relaxed,

non-competitive event. Hyde Park and Chopard are thrilled to join the

Colorado Grand in covering over 1,000 miles in five days through some of

Colorado’s most spectacular fall scenery.

The tour attracts entrants from around the world and always includes

several 1920s and 1930s-era cars. Typical makes include the best in the world:

Mercedes-Benz, Ferrari, Porsche, Bugatti, Alfa Romeo, Bentley, Aston Martin,

Jaguar, Maserati, Allard, and even such exotic names as Amilcar, Cisitalia,

Squire, Delahaye and Talbot-Lago.

The Colorado Grand® currently generates well over $200,000 annually

for small Colorado charities and Western Slope towns, and also provides

college scholarships to graduating high-school seniors in those towns.

Current charities include the Colorado State Patrol Family Foundation, the

Robert Sutherland Foundation, Flight for Life, CASA, and medical facilities in

small towns. Cumulative donations since 1989 total over $3 million.

Hyde Park and Chopard donated two exquisite Chopard timepieces that

were featured at the Colorado Grand Gala to help raise funds for the

Colorado Grand charities. In addition, drivers could purchase limited-edition

Chopard Mille Miglia timepieces uniquely personalized with the driver’s

name, car and the Colorado Grand logo with a donation for each watch made

to the Colorado Grand.

2013 marks the 25th anniversary for this remarkable event. This year’s

Colorado Grand will be held from September 16 to September 21, starting and

finishing in Vail, Colorado. For more information, please visit co1000.com.

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One of the Chopard watchesdonated to this event was theChopard Mille Miglia GranTurismo XL Chrono, in 18K rosegold and stainless steel,Chronometer Certified (COSC),power reserve to 46 hours,water resistant to 100 meters.Limited Edition of 500 pieces.

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At the Montblanc de la CultureArts Patronage AwardsCeremony honoring her father,Quincy Jones, the Parks andRecreation star’s fuchsia poutpumped up the pink pattern onher dress. Though she kept therest of her accessories minimal,Jones’ choice of jewelry provestwo rings are better than one.

The always-elegant jewelry designer let her dress speak foritself at the 9th Annual Style Awards. Statement earringsand a silver bag subtly accented the sparkly floral appliqué.

Even through the London fog, this rising star shone asbright as the sun at the West End premiere of her newNetflix series House of Cards. Mara added even more boldcolor with a jeweled bib necklace and violet box clutch.

Perhaps Lange’s goldencuff was a prelude to thestatue to come. Thistangerine dream turnedout to be a winning lookfor the actress, who tookhome the Best SupportingActress Emmy for her roleas Constance in AmericanHorror Story while wearingthe goddess-like gown.

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The actress played up herexotic good looks in theMercedes-Benz Star Loungeduring Fall 2013 FashionWeek at New York’s LincolnCenter. A satin sheath in aroyal blue hue provided theperfect backdrop forintricate silver beadwork,while a cocktail ring helpedHudgens call attention toher avant-garde manicure.

For a lesson in how to liven up basic black, look no further thanthis Italian bombshell, who paired a show-stopping statementnecklace with a slinky black dress to cut the ribbon at thereopening of Cartier’s boutique in Milan last fall.

Not many people can pull off head-to-toe plum velvet, butIman manages to make it chic with the additon of a chunkygold tassel necklace. (Her glowing golden skin doesn’t hurt,either.) We bet Bowie would approve.

Proof that a lack of colorcan sometimes be just assexy! The Dutch model’son-trend extras, includinga studded bag and astack of mixed bracelets,popped against the blankcanvas at a partycelebrating the inauguralissue of Generation Whosted by W Magazineand Jaeger-LeCoultre.

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1. Tacori sky blue topaz necklace in sterling silver with an 18K yellow gold gem seal. 2. Hyde Park Reserve Collection sapphire and diamond ring set in 18K white gold.

3. Ippolita Rock Candy London blue topaz drop earrings in sterling silver. 4. Zoccai mother-of-pearl, blue topaz and diamond ring in 18K white gold. 5. Penny Preville True Blue

sapphire and diamond drop earrings in 18K white gold. 6. Movado Bold 42mm stainless steel black watch with blue sandstone dial.

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Jewelry takes its cue and plunges in.

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1. Armenta Old World blue mother-of-pearl and diamond drop earrings in sterling silver and 18K yellow gold. 2. Penny Preville white diamond cutout ring in 18K white gold. 3. John

Hardy Naga round drop pendant on a chain necklace in 18K yellow gold. 4. Ippolita Classic sterling silver open cascade earrings. 5. Tacori cuff bangle bracelet in sterling silver.

6. Roberto Coin Bollicine diamond ring in 18K yellow gold.

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1. Hyde Park Reserve Collection champagne and white diamond flower earrings in 18K yellow gold. 2. Hyde Park Reserve Collection white diamond double flower ring

in 18K white gold. 3. Marco Bicego Jaipur white diamond and flower earrings in hand-engraved 18K yellow gold. 4. Penny Preville white diamond flower necklace in 18K white gold.

5. Temple St. Clair white diamond vine ring in 18K yellow gold. 6. Efva Attling Garden of Eden necklace in sterling silver.

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1. Aaron Basha black and white enamel dog charm with mother-of-pearl bone featured on an 18K white gold and diamond bail. 2. Adolfo Courrier Classic 18K white gold, enamel, black

and white diamond stack ring set. 3. Jude Frances Soho white sapphire and black spinel cuff bracelet in sterling silver. 4. Ivanka Trump black onyx and white diamond drop earrings in

18K white gold. 5. Hyde Park Noir Collection black and white diamond ring in 19K white gold. 6. Roberto Coin Fantasia black sapphire and white diamond ring in 18K white gold.

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W hile shoppingfor your wardrobe thisseason, have you noticed thatmany of the most fashion-forwardstyles contain elements of Easterncultures? Influences from Japan are

particularly prevalent, like pleated origami-inspired organdy cotton, wing-shaped shoulders, and wide pants, among others. It’s a trend that willcontinue into fall and winter, with floral jacquards from Vera Wang, Easternspiritual styling from Prada, and brushstrokes of color from Lela Rose.

And what jewelry do these Asian-infused fashions beg for? Pieceswith a decidedly Eastern edge, of course. “These clothes are theperfect canvases, so to speak, for jewelry,” says David Wolfe, creativedirector of the Doneger Group in New York City. “Unlike what we sawbefore this year, the new fashions aren’t heavily embellished.” Wolfe,one of fashion’s leading international forecasters, adds that with thesemodern Eastern-inspired clothes, “The lines and the shades provide thecolor, if you will. And with this new sophisticated simplicity of extremestructures and curvilinear cuts, a strong jewelry statement becomes veryimportant.”

GO EAST WITH YOUR JEWELRYSome of the best fine jewelry brands aremaking accessorizing à la the Asian aestheticeasy to do this year, by incorporating one orseveral of the following elements: Gems. Certain stones “say” Eastern, especiallyjade (in all colors), red coral, black onyx,pearls, mother-of-pearl, emerald and ruby. Materials. Enamel and lacquer, materials usedin original Far Eastern jewelry, are significant,

and today “new Eastern” collections sometimesrely on colored resins and ceramics to impart that same

bold mien. Techniques. Filigree and mokume-gane bring Eastern cultures

to mind. The openwork of filigree can invoke the idea ofChinese calligraphy, while the ancient Japanesemetalworking art of mokume-gane is a process used byspecially trained artisans for one-of-a-kind jewelry.Themes. Art Nouveau-like motifs are characteristic ofEastern jewelry, especially dragonflies and butterflies, plusflowers and plants like cherry blossoms, bamboo, lotusand peonies. Spiritual symbolism abounds: the Om, theTree of Life and certain mythological creatures, such asdragons. And all 12 animal signs of the Chinese zodiac are

definitely key. 2013 is The Year of the Snake on the Chinesecalendar, so new jewelry focused on those writhing reptiles is

everywhere. The ancient Chinese culture viewed snakes as apositive omen, symbolic of eternal love, wisdom, immortality and

so on. Today, contemporary luxury brands are fashioning serpentine-stylejewelry whichever way you want it: replete with demonic details like a long

tongue and menacing eyes, or in morestylized versions merely hinting at asnake via their super-curvy shapes,often inlaid or prong-set with preciousgems. Whether you choose a snake-ystyle this year, or pieces with afeminine Art Nouveau-like beauty,heading toward the exotic East willsurely lead you in the right direction!

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THE SEASON’SHOTTESTGEMSTONES SPANTHE SPECTRUM INVIBRANT HUES.PHOTOGRAPHYBY EDWIN SANTA

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Breguet Marine Royal Alarm watch in 18K rose gold. Self-winding mechanical movement, 18K gold dial with black rhodium finish andwater resistant to 300 meters. IWC 46mm ceramic case with a brown dial, black rubber strap featuring a brown calfskin inlay, automatic movement and powerreserve for 44 hours. Tag Heuer Aquaracer 500M Chronograph watch, 43mm, in stainless steel. Rolex Oyster Perpetual Sky-Dweller in 18K pink gold with abidirectional rotatable ring command bezel and annual calendar. Panerai Radiomir 8 Days Titanio, 45mm brushed titanium case, brown dial, alligator strap,

brushed titanium buckle, hand-wound mechanical movement.

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Patek Philippe Ladies’ World Time in 18K white gold. Bezel set with 62 diamonds, ivory-opaline dial. Alligator strap and diamond buckle. ChanelPremière in stainless steel with diamond-set case, black lacquered dial and chain bracelet. Omega Ladymatic in 18K yellow gold. Mother-of-pearl dial

with diamonds, water resistant to 100 meters. Cartier Tank Anglaise watch small model. 18K rose gold and stainless steel with diamonds. Chopard Imperiale Watch set in 18K yellow gold. Silver and mother-of-pearl dial, 58 diamonds.Water resistant to 50 meters.

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FOCUS: PROFILE by Robert Haynes-Peterson

Only a couple of weeks after Hurricane Sandy, when much of lowerManhattan, Brooklyn and New Jersey were still plunged indarkness, TAG Heuer went ahead with its plans for the Manhattan

launch party of its latest Link collection, the Link Lady Trilogy LimitedEdition. Created in conjunction with brand ambassador Cameron Diaz,who attended the event, the Trilogy collection (a limited-edition steel ring,bracelet and watch trio featuring the first automatic watch in the LinkLady line) was already slated to do good: Profits are dedicated to supportUN Women, an organization that advocates for women's rights around theworld. In the wake of Sandy's destructive force, however, the watchcompany knew it must do more.

"Our hearts and prayers go out to the victims of Hurricane Sandy,"TAG Heuer president and CEO Jean-Christophe Babin told the crowd of500 or so, many of whom had flown in from Europe for the event. "Wedecided it was important to help New York Cares with their relief efforts,and we are donating $100 for every guest who is here."

As it happened, actor Leonardo DiCaprio — another TAG Heuerbrand ambassador, whose new Signature Link Calibre 16 Chronograph(with blue dial) will raise funds for Green Cross International and the

Natural Resources Defense Council — was in town filming The Wolf ofWall Street. He bounded on stage to join Diaz and Babin, showering highpraise on the brand. "It's incredible to work with a company that cares somuch, and gives so much. That kind of dedication to service is importantto me, and it's reflected in everything TAG Heuer does."

The Link Lady Trilogy Limited Edition set and Leonardo DiCaprioLink Automatic Chronograph Calibre 16 watch are in stores now. TAG Heuer fans can also enjoy a technological breakthrough this year: theTAG Heuer Mikrogirder. The innovative regulator, which TAG Heuerclaims challenges the 300-year heritage of hairspring/balance wheelmechanical regulation, allows the company to present a highly accuratechronograph, impervious to gravity, with minimal isochronous error.Winner of the 2012 Aiguille d'Or — the top prize in all categories at theGeneva Watchmaking Gran Prix — the Mikrogirder Chronographreplaces the spiral hairspring and classic balance wheel with a couplingbeam and excitatory beam system, paired with a linear oscillator. Thetechnology allows the chronograph accuracy to 5/10,000 of a second,beating 7.2 million times each hour. The design features a anthracite dialand rubber strap, with assymetric case.

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FOCUS: INTERVIEW by Karen Alberg Grossman

Watches are said to be recession-proof; are they?Yes! I believe watches defy economic downturns for two main reasons:because of their timeless historical relevance and thanks to the tremendoustechnical innovations of the 21st century.

What is one paying for when one invests in a fine watch?Buying a timepiece is much more than just purchasing an instrument to telltime: it’s a way to showcase on the wrist one’s unique individual style. Whenpurchasing a fine watch, it’s important to understand that you’re making aninvestment; for your watch to maintain the majority of its value, expect toown it for at least 10 years.

What’s required to become a watchmaker in your store?There are several important steps to becoming a watchmaker, all of whichinclude extensive training. Besides learning the technical aspects ofwatchmaking, our watchmakers attend various training sessions fromindividual brands in order to attain specific certification and clearance towork on each brand’s watches.

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A CONVERSATION WITH HYDE PARK’S JOSH NIGUT,

WATCH SALES MANAGER.

STATE OF THEINDUSTRY

Audemars Piguet Selfwinding Royal Oak Offshore with a stainless steel case,black hand-stitched "hornedback" crocodile strap and an AP folding clasp.Water-resistant to 100 meters.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date, 36mm in Everose gold with fluted bezel,chocolate diamond and ruby dial with President bracelet.

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10. Without letting customers know, unauthorized dealers(including many online sites) often sell counterfeitwatches or “gray market” imports (watches intended forsale abroad), so they can differ in design, quality, warrantycoverage, etc.

9. Counterfeit watches can be good fakes. Customersoften believe they’re getting the real thing until they havea problem and can’t get proper service. (Authorizedwatch repairers won’t service without an officialwarranty.)

8. Gray market importers charge what the marketwill bear, so it’s not unusual to find gray marketgoods priced at or even above authorized goods,further confusing consumers.

7. Counterfeit goods fund organized crime, to the tune ofbillions of dollars annually, according to U.S. Customsreports.

6. Only legitimate watch companies observe U.S. lawsregulating the use of lead, cadmium, mercury and othertoxic materials.

5. Counterfeiting is a growing threat to the U.S. economy:global trade in illegitimate goods has grown from $5.5billion in 1982 to $600 billion annually. This helps Chinaand other countries where the fakes are made.

4. Fakes put legitimate companies out of business andhurt everyone: watch companies, retailers and consumers.

3. It is a felony to traffic in counterfeit watches.

2. Only an authorized dealer can explain the technology,the aesthetics, the history, the innovations and thedifferences among top brands.

1. Only an authorized dealer stands behind the product hesells, and is always there for you. (Just try finding youronline seller when your watch stops working….)

Top 10 Reasons to Buy Your Watch from an AuthorizedDealer(courtesy of the American Watch Association)

How often should a fine watch be serviced? What’s involved?Each brand is a little different, but in general, we recommend servicingmechanical watches every four to five years. An overhaul, as it’s called, is afull-service “tune up” for your timepiece. The watch is completelydisassembled, cleaned, re-lubricated, and then the exterior is polished beforeinstalling the movement back in. This not only maintains your watch forever,but aesthetically, it makes your watch look and feel new again!

What’s your favorite watch and why?The highlight of my personal collection is my AudemarsPiguet Royal Oak Offshore Panda. I love its subtle elegance!Plus its limited distribution enables me to stand out from thecrowd: wherever I go, I almost always have the most unique

watch in the room!

What are the key watch trends for 2013?Look for the “thinning” of watches to continue.The oversized trend has slowed, and it’s now all

about sleek, thin movements and cases. Anotherpopular trend of late: regulator-style watches.We’re seeing new versions by many great

makers, from Bell & Ross [left] to Patek Philippe.

What’s the most common misconceptionabout fine watches?I think too few customers recognize the tremendous

amount of time that goes into making these gorgeouspieces. I’ve been fortunate to tour several facilities inSwitzerland, and I’m always in awe of how much“individual” time it takes to create a masterpiece. Even

“standard” production pieces go through rigorous testing,quality control and precision engineering to output the bestproduct.

What does a person’s watch say about him or her?A watch reveals many things about the wearer: his taste

level (conservative or trendy), his lifestyle (sport, dress, military, pilot, etc.), hisstatus-consciousness and his appreciation of horology (or lack thereof…).

Why should customers buy watches in your store rather than fromthe competition?At Hyde Park, we offer a broad range of exceptional product from the world’sfinest makers. We pride ourselves on our dedication to service, which is wellbeyond the industry standard. And of course there’s the integrity factor: if wesell it, we stand behind it. It’s as simple as that.

Bell & RossVintage WW2RegulateurHeritage Watch

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IS IT NECESSARY TO SERVICE MYWATCH IF I’M NOT HAVING PROBLEMSWITH IT?All watches need maintenance. The extent of the service requireddepends on the particular timepiece, its movement and its age.Generally, quartz watches need battery replacements every twoto three years. Mechanical watches, much like automobiles, needregular servicing. The inner movements of the mechanical watchare lightly lubricated to reduce friction between the parts andensure accuracy and reliability. Deterioration of the lubricantsoccurs over time and results in higher friction, increasing wearand tear and decreasing precision. A mechanical watch should beserviced every three to five years. Watches should always betaken to an authorized retailer to be properly serviced. If thewrong gaskets, batteries or parts are used, it can result in moreexpensive repairs down the line. Even quartz watches, after asimple battery change, have to be properly sealed and closed toensure their water resistance.

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WATCH WISDOMTIME TO ANSWER YOUR PRESSING QUESTIONS.

IS A WATCH A GOOD INVESTMENT?Many people buy a watch because they love the individualstatement the piece makes about them. However, in today’seconomy, people also want to know that the watch they’rebuying will hold its value over time, and maybe even go up invalue. Most top-name watches will hold their value and somecan even become heirloom pieces over the coming generations. Ifyou’re looking to start building a watch collection, invest indifferent styles of watches appropriate for different situations,and do your homework regarding the most coveted brands.Special or limited-edition watches are almost always a goodinvestment in the long term. Don’t be afraid to ask questions; ourknowledgeable watch experts are here to give you guidance.

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A SOLAR PANEL COMBINED WITH A LARGE-CAPACITY RECHARGEABLE BATTERY ENABLES THIS IMPRESSIVE SOLAR TIMEPIECE TO RUN SMOOTHLY UNDER ANY LIGHT WITH NO BATTERY REPLACEMENT.

MULTI-BAND TECHNOLOGY RECEIVES TIME CALIBRATION SIGNALS AUTOMATICALLY FROM UP TO SIX TRANSMITTERS AROUND THE WORLD (US, UK, GERMANY, JAPAN X 2 AND CHINA). THIS TECHNOLOGY ALSO ADJUSTS FOR LEAP YEAR AND DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME.

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WHAT NEW MATERIALS ARE BEINGUSED IN WATCHMAKING?As watchmakers progress in their quests for innovation, theynaturally turn to other fields, such as the space and automotiveindustries, to see what these state-of-the-art worlds are utilizing.This has led to a wealth of new lightweight, rugged, hypo-allergenic materials being incorporated into wristwatch cases,dials and straps. Among the more interesting materials beingused: high-tech ceramic, carbon fiber, aluminum, titanium andalloys of various elements. These are great new introductions thatare well worth checking out the next time you visit the store.

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WHAT ARE THE CURRENT WATCH TRENDS?One of the most important trends in the watch market today is definitely the proliferationof dual-, triple-, and multi-time zone watches. For today’s global business person, or anybusy traveler, having alternate time zones readily available at the flick of the wrist is almostessential. These timepieces come in a wealth of styles and in an array of price ranges,offering design and technology options for men and women. Chronographs also steal thelimelight with their form-meets-function attitude. A chronograph is a watch that timesmultiple events, and it can be a very useful tool. Another important trend today is themove toward new timepieces for women. These include mechanical and quartz watchesthat offer sophisticated features and functions, like elegant moonphase indications,chronograph counters and calendars.

I HEAR PEOPLE TALK ABOUT“COMPLICATED” WATCHES; WHAT DOESTHIS MEAN (AND ISN’T LIFECOMPLICATED ENOUGH)? The term complicated refers to timepieces with certain functions orfeatures that are considered top feats of watchmaking. The mostcoveted complications vary depending on personal taste andwatchmaking progress. Among the top categories today aretourbillon watches (expensive, complex mechanical calibers thathouse an escapement, which compensates for errors in timekeepingdue to the effects of gravity), repeater watches that chime the timeon demand via a series of gongs and hammers, and perpetualcalendar watches that can track the day, date, month, year and leap year (and sometimesmoonphases and more) for hundredsof years to come. Some of the world’s finest complicated watches can have waiting lists, but please stop in anyway — we’re happy to show you some fabulous timepieces whether or not you plan to buy.

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THE UNIVERSAL STANDARD BY WHICH GEMS ARE JUDGED.

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It was a tough qualifying session. Lap after lap I pushed myself to the max,knowing it meant the difference between starting on the pole position(where there’s an advantage going into the first turn) or starting on the

outside of the front row (where chances of taking the lead at the start areslim). As I took off alongside the other 35 cars in the field, I was confident Icould win the pole, especially since my pit crew had written a large #1 on mypit board. But as I came into the pits, I could tell by the look on their faces thatthis was not to be: I had lost pole position by only 5/100ths of a second.

Motor racing is a sport where time can be your best friend or your worstenemy. At the Rolex 24 at Daytona or at Le Mans, two cars can finish justseconds apart after 24 hours of racing. Pit Stops in Formula 1 are lightningfast: a car can have four tires changed in under three seconds. The driversof these cars are in constant radio contact with their crew members, whoreport competitors’ timing and scoring figures; race strategy can changeseveral times based on these reports.

While both motor racing and timepieces involve speed and precisemechanics, the fashionable gatherings of classic and vintage cars at Concoursd’Elegance events involve neither. In fact, these extraordinary vehicles arepresented stationary. Perhaps the longest running of these events is theConcorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, which has been held on the shores of LakeComo, Italy since 1929. At events like this, classic and vintage cars are scoredon the basis of perfection. It may be a static display, but the value of theseglorious cars can reach or even exceed that of some thoroughbred racecars.

In England, The Goodwood Festival of Speed is held each summer atLord March’s estate in West Sussex. This event combines static display with

individual runs up the driveway, and attracts about 150,000 spectators fromaround the world. Then in the fall, Lord March presents a spectacularvintage race held at the Goodwood Motor Racing Circuit, built in 1948 byhis grandfather just a mile or so from Goodwood House. In its glory days(the 1950s through 1966), this circuit hosted Formula 1 races and other top-level events that rivaled the best in the world. Today, all who attend thereunion come dressed in period clothing.

In the U.S., Classic Car Week in Monterey, California takes center stageevery August. Dinners, auctions, car shows, lawn parties and other exclusiveevents keep auto enthusiasts remarkably busy all week. At nearby MazdaRaceway Laguna Seca, some of the most extraordinary vintage racing is

held from Friday through Sunday at theRolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion.Perfectly restored racecars from aroundthe world compete in full fields, usingmodern timing and scoring techniques.Split-second accuracy determines gridpositions, and drivers fight to shedevery possible second from their timecharts.

On the 18th green at nearby PebbleBeach on the final day of Classic Car

Week, the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance draws the most remarkablecars and the most knowledgeable attendees to these celebrated grounds.The contrast between the racecars and show cars is significant: In racing,time is everything; in showing cars it’s inconsequential. In both instances,however, winners at Monterey are presented with iconic Rolex timepieces. TO

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I f you watch Bravo’s cooking shows, Chef George Mendes might be afamiliar face. He appeared on the third season of Top Chef Masters,which won him many foodie fans of the (mostly) female variety. Butsex appeal isn’t the only dish Mendes serves up. For this first-generation American born to Portuguese parents, cooking has always

been about the fresh, the local, the in-season, the simple: in other words, themost delicious foods nature has to offer. Growing up in Danbury, Connecticut,Mendes was always surrounded by good food. He’d help his mother and auntin the kitchen and work in the garden out back with his father.

As a result, Mendes enjoys working with his hands. It was either a careerin interior design and architecture, or working as a chef. His decision to cookcame ultimately, he says, “because I constantly have to be in motion anddoing something; I couldn’t be stuck in an office.”

A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York,he worked under culinary legends Alain Ducasse and David Bouley andrefined his palate in France, Spain, San Francisco and D.C. at a number ofMichelin-starred hotspots. In 2009, he finally went solo to open Aldea inNew York City. The rustic yet classic restaurant featuring Spanish, Frenchand Portuguese influences has already scored a Michelin star of its own,been deemed one of the country’s 10 best new restaurants by GQ’s AlanRichman, and helped Mendes become a finalist for the James BeardFoundation’s Best Chef New York Award.

Accent managed to catch Mendes in a rare free moment to chat abouthis impressive accomplishments.

What’s your ideal meal?I love my beef. At Keens Steakhouse, I dig into a nice porterhouse, a Caesar

salad, some oysters and wine. A good steak on my day off helps me feelnourished and relaxed.

You’ve traveled a lot during your career. Besides New York’s,what other food scenes do you take inspiration from?My family roots in Portugal are a huge influence. I go twice a year and lovevisiting the local cafés, beer bars and gastropubs. Everything is so simplyprepared and fresh. Also, Paris, the south of France, Barcelona and SanSebastian are important to me. That’s where I spent my early years learning.What Canada and Denmark are doing with the foraging movement is anothergreat influence. It’s nothing extremely new though, just a return to the basics.

It’s funny that people today see eating locally as a trend. Everything is in season somewhere in the world. It’s my responsibility as achef to utilize what’s nearby, support farmers, focus on what is sustainablefor the area and care about our oceans. It’s a responsibility I take seriously.

How do your Portuguese roots shape your sensibility as a chef?My parents are immigrants and farmed their own food. They continued a lotof those values at our home in Connecticut. We had a garden that I’d helpmy dad prepare each season. It was a way of life for us. Our kitchen tablewas especially influenced in the spring and summer months because of thatgarden. It taught me the importance of knowing where my food came from.

The [Portuguese] culture, the homey rustic feel of eating at home duringthe holidays, and the feasts my family would prepare are my strongestmemories. Christmas, New Year’s Eve and Thanksgiving were always biglavish feasts that my mom and aunt would spent days preparing for.

FIRST-GENERATION FAMEChef George Mendes is a national treasure. SHIRA LEVINE

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How do you describe the cuisine at Aldea?I operate with my history in mind: the Portuguese were seafarers andexplorers, discovering new lands. We brought spices and new flavorsthat influenced a lot of menus. Aldea is Portuguese-inspired withglobal influences. Early on, Portugal had colonies throughout theworld, so you can see flavors from Brazil, Japan and India in my menu.You can also see my French training in there. All of my exploring hashelped define my style.

What is your presentation style?Minimalist. I like to focus on the color of food. My favorite time of yearis spring, where all these edible colors pop out naturally. I’m not one tomanipulate. I love the bounty of what comes in during those months.And maybe it’s my Mediterranean roots, but I love to enjoy my meals inthe sun.

I know the term ‘fusion’ is kind of overused...I hate the word fusion. Some chefs will mismatch cuisines just to becreative, but they don’t necessarily know what they’re doing in terms ofpairing flavors. You should know your history and combine things becausethey work. You don’t just pair because you want to create some new,unheard-of style. These fusion chefs overlook history and ancestry. Truecooking comes from your heart, your ancestry, what was in your home.

What are some exciting things on your menu right now?We’re using a lot of ramps, wild leeks, wild onions and wildflowers. We’reworking with a forager, Evan Strusinski, who is bringing in things from thewild—herbs and plants not readily available from our regular sources. We’realways looking for new ingredients. We’re using chickweed, different kindsof mints and wintergreens, fiddlehead ferns, ramps and all kinds of excitingstuff in the mushroom category.

If you’ve never eaten at Aldea, try the sea urchin toast; it’s refined andelevated. Or anything with shrimp, my duck rice... I’d say they all encompassrustic refinement.

That’s a lot to introduce to the average (potentially not-so-adventurous) eater!It’s about coming across what grows naturally in the woods that peopledon’t know they can eat. The forager has been providing us with things thatI didn't know existed!

For winter we’ll work with more robust, heartier flavors. Warm foods withan elevated level of refinement. Look for the tripe stew with root vegetablesand quail eggs. Plus, winter means blue truffle season.

Are there plans to open a second restaurant?We have plans but there is no forecast. When the right place comes along,then it’s the right time. We need a place that allows our vision to flourish,so it could take another 18 months to come together.

You were on Top Chef Masters, so you’ve got an insider’sperspective on the reality show business. What are yourthoughts about these cooking shows?I’m really split on it. Food TV can have a great impact on business, but itreally depends on the chef’s desires. Does he want to be on TV, or doeshe want to be in his restaurant? Top Chef Masters was difficult, but it wasa fantastic experience. Some of the food shows are just aboutentertainment; they pretty much forget the food. But Tom Colicchio and

Top Chef really give food the opportunity to shine. I love to be in myrestaurant, but it was a great platform for exposure.

Would you do TV again?I would, if it were the right fit. I’d love an educational role where I teach thepublic about Portuguese cuisine, of growing your own food and eating aslocal as possible. I don’t want to be formed into a character.

Do you have a cookbook in the works?It’s scheduled for spring 2014. It will be about Aldea, and be an introductionto Portuguese cuisine for the home cook. It will also include the story of mylife and, of course, some great recipes.

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Eggs Baked withPeas, Linguiça

and Baconextra-virgin olive oil,as needed

11/2 ounces slab bacon cutinto 1/2-inch slices, then into -inchbatons

1/2 white Spanish onion,finely diced

3 garlic cloves, thinlysliced

1 fresh California bayleaf, notches tornevery 1/2 inch

1 pinch crushed redchile flakes

3 tbsp. strainedtomatoes

2 ounces linguiça, cutinto 1/2-inch dice

1/4 ounce chorizo, casingremoved and thinlysliced

2 cups frozen petit peaskosher salt to taste

4 large eggs1/2 cup parsley leaves,

choppedfresh lemon juice,to taste

Preheat oven to 350°F. Heat a4-quart cocotte over mediumheat. Add just enough olive oilto coat the bottom, then addthe bacon. Cook, stirring

occasionally, until the fat isrendered and the bacon lightlybrowned, about 4 minutes.Transfer the bacon to a dish.

Add the onion, garlic, bayleaf and chile flakes to thecocotte and cook, stirring, untiltender but not browned, about3 minutes. Add the tomatoesand 1 teaspoon olive oil andcook, stirring and scrapingdown the sides of the pan, for 4minutes. The tomatoes shouldbe sizzling steadily. Stir in thelinguiça, chorizo, reservedbacon and 1 teaspoon olive oil.Cook, stirring occasionally, untilheated through, about 2minutes. Stir in the peas andseason to taste with salt.

Make 4 little nests for theeggs in the mixture, spacingthem a few inches apart.Carefully break an egg intoeach nest, making sure eachegg is nestled in the stew andflush with the top.

Transfer to the oven andbake until the egg whites areset but the yolks are still runny,about 8 minutes.

Top with the parsley andseason to taste with lemonjuice. Serve immediately.Serves 4.

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EXPLORE THE LITTLE LUXURIES THE WORLD HAS TO OFFER.DONALD CHARLES RICHARDSON

THE NIGHT SPOTIt’s no secret that Broadway singers and actors hate whenthe curtain comes down and they have to leave the stage.So on Tuesday nights, after the shows are out, performersand the fans who love them gather for Backstage at 54Below (located in the basement of legendary Studio 54) tokeep the music and jokes going over drinks and supper. Ledby musical director Brad Simmons and host Susie Mosher,gypsies, Broadway and cabaret stars (and occasionally anaudience member) sing or do their routines in this intimateand fashionable 144-seat space created by Tony-winningset designers. The wine list and food are good, the serviceexcellent, the crowd always fun. And you never know whomight turn up to perform. End your evening on a high note.

A STROLL THROUGH HOTEL LA MAMOUNIAMarrakech has a fascinating history, exotic markets, exciting nightlife and a delightfully opulent hotel. La Mamounia, a former palace celebrated for its mixtureof traditional Moroccan and modern French styles, offers intriguing experiences from great art to ice cream. Take a walk through the reception room, lobby andtearoom, where Moroccan paintings and statues inspire. Stop at the Italian Bar to view the latest photography exhibition while sipping a Le Grand DameChampagne cocktail made with citrus essence. Next, wander outside into the serene 17-acre garden filled with olive and citrus trees, magnificent roses and anextensive kitchen garden (you might chat with the chef as he gathers vegetables for dinner). At the center of the garden is Le Menzeh, an ice cream pavilionthat offers pastries and freshly made ice creams. Finally, to recover from your exertions, complete your tour with a Royal Hammam treatment at the lavish spa.

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SPIRIT OF THE PASTBuilt in 1228 by the Anglo-Norman de Burgosfamily, Ashford Castle is set on 350 acres with aspectacular backdrop of Irish woodlands, lakeand mountains. Sir Benjamin Lee Guinnesspurchased the estate in 1855 as the family’scountry residence. Since becoming a hotel in1939, the castle has welcomed dignitaries andcelebrities including Prince Edward, King GeorgeV, Ted Kennedy, Sharon Stone, Brad Pitt andBarbra Streisand. The castle offers contemporarycomforts and conveniences, but naturally, old-world traditions still thrive. There’s Ireland’s firstschool of falconry, a decanter of sherry in eachroom, and tea served in the drawing room. Andin keeping with conventional castle ambiance,there’s also a ghost, reportedly from the 19thcentury when the Guinnesses were in residence.Not to worry: guests who’ve seen the youngfemale apparition say she’s friendly.

LIGHT FOOTEDThis spring, let your feet shine with bright bejeweled footwear byIvy Kirzhner, featuring cloisonné metal work and exotic leathers.The 2013 collection includes the Ark, a dress wedge with crystalsand snake leather inlays on an 18K gold-plated heel. The Taj Mahalgladiator sandal features gold silk metallic leather with crystals.Nefertiti is an ornamental high wedge with 18K gold-platedhardware and hand-enameled cloisonné treatment. Pictured aboveare the Montezuma Deco-bejeweled slippers in royal blue and hotcoral kid suede and gold silk metallic, and the Tresor, a Deco balletflat in gold silk metallic and opal, both with crystals on an 18K gold-plated hardware ornament. Step into a brilliant summer.

CONCERT GRANDSteinway Lyngdorf is a collaboration between Steinway & Sons, makers of theworld’s finest pianos, and audio innovator Peter Lyngdorf. Their speaker systemsrange from the invisible to the compact to the giant. Currently, the state-of-the-art choice is the Model LS Concert. Combined with the SP-1 Stereo Processor orP-1 Surround Sound Processor and Steinway Lyngdorf’s fully digital amplifiers, it’sperfect for luxurious home theaters. The open-baffle design makes the speakerinteract with the room much as a musical instrument would, resulting inextremely open and life-like musicality. There’s also a remarkable remote thatweighs nearly 2.2 pounds, with a rotating wheel crafted from solid, gold-platedbrass and mounted on precision-machined Swiss bearings, providing intuitiveand total command of the system.

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In the northeastern corner of Thailand, in what were once nearlyinaccessible lands, you will find the tropical Asian destination knownas The Golden Triangle. Decades ago, thisregion, which borders Laos and Myanmar,was filled with opiate traders and insurgents.

Nowadays, it is one of the most unspoiled parts ofSoutheast Asia with a sophisticated infrastructure ofroads, markets, hotels and shops to attract visitors.

Physically, The Golden Triangle has magnificenthills, mountains, swaying bamboo forests, and themajestic Mekong river. Culturally, you’ll find Buddhisttemples and first-rate artisans perfecting sculpture,woodwork and pottery. Socially, the famedgenerosity of spirit that characterizes the Thaipeople is in abundance; as yet, the region has notbecome overwhelmed by tourists.

When I came across photographs of amagnificent house, available for rent, on a formercoffee plantation near Chiang Rai, a town within The

Golden Triangle, I booked flights immediately. Owned by an Australianinterior designer currently based in Hong Kong, pictures of the property

made it clear that this was an architectural gem.It took about 90 minutes to get to Chiang Rai

from Bangkok, and from the plane we were in awe ofthe verdant mountains to the north. We were pickedup at the airport by Sakda, our driver andhousekeeper for the next 10 days. During the ridefrom the airport, on a highway as sleek as what you’dfind stateside, we passed by pristine villages,remarkable fruit and vegetable markets, and smalllocal Buddhist temples. It was exotic but welcoming,and so clean and lush I felt as if we were in Hawaiirather than a remote Southeast Asian country. The airwas redolent with the scents of onions, ginger andfrying chilies, and even the colors of the fruits — pink,orange, red and purple — seemed so magical.

Chiang Rai has simple, wonderful, open-airrestaurants. The cuisine of this region is based largely

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on Chinese peasant cooking. This means placing fresh herbs in the bottom ofa bowl, topping them with noodles, filling the bowl with broth, and puttinggrilled chicken, beef, pork, or shrimp over the noodles. Or, if you’re in the moodfor a lighter snack, head to the markets to buy exotic, colorful fruits like durian,longan, rambutan and pitaya.

When not eating, you should visit the bizarre, fascinating Black House,a huge installation organized by the artist Thawan Duchanee. The vasttemple grounds are perfectly landscapedon undulating rises, with fruit trees, narrowstone paths, small horses stationed nearthe buildings, and views of the hillsides thatmade me feel as if I was in a movie. Theartist had utilized the landscapes as if theyexisted only to complement his own work:it was that audacious! Each buildinghoused fake skeletons of imaginarycreatures, pelts from beasts that had neverexisted, and an odd, evocative mix of oldand new elements. Each building wasunique and stunning, and each was an art gallery unto itself, displayingworks of art in stone, fabric, clay and oil paint. It looked like somethingSalvador Dali might have done had he been born in Thailand.

The best pottery in the region can be found at Doy Din DangPottery, where master potter Somluk Pantiboon producesmuseum-quality work. While the region has a long history ofusing clay to make household items, Pantiboon is creating artthat is decorative rather than utilitarian. He is an independent

thinker, international in outlook and experience in contrast to most whohave spent their entire lives here as farmers.

Massages are the high point of a trip to The Golden Triangle. For about $50,you can have a one-hour treatment that will loosen you up, revive your sensesand restore focus. The very best place for massages in Chiang Rai is ChivitThamma Da. Located on a narrow street next to a river, this spa is housed in awonderfully old-fashioned, two-story wooden building next to a coffee shop runby the same owners. I went there each day during my trip, and after a 90-minutemassage, all the stress that remained from my ordinary life was diminished.Massages are a fundamental part of daily life for many in Thailand: It’s theirtherapy. As a clinical psychologist it’s hard to admit, but I believe their practicetrumps mine.

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WHERE TO STAY:RAI RAKANG: Easily the mostbeautiful home I have ever rented. Ithad one enormous room, threestories high, modeled on a Buddhisttemple, and a luxurious bedroomand attached bath with views ofgrounds that were once a coffee

plantation. Called “Elephant House,” it ran about $275 a night,which included daily breakfast catered on the patio, dailyhousekeeping, and a driver and car (gasoline extra). Contact theowner, Andrew Bell, directly at [email protected].

LE MERIDIEN: A brand-new riverside property in Chiang Rai, withbeautiful rooms, great food, cooking classes and an incrediblyfriendly staff. 221 / 2 Moo 20 Kwaewai RoadTambon Robwieng, Amphur MuangChiang Rai 57000, ThailandPhone: +66 (53) 603 333Fax: +66 (53) 603 330 Email: [email protected]

ANANTARA GOLDEN TRIANGLE: A stone’s throw fromMyanmar and Laos, this is one of thetop luxury hotels in Thailand. Theproperty boasts a spa and an array ofupscale restaurants, and they’ll evenhelp you arrange a trip to an elephantcamp, where the majestic creaturesare protected from poachers and

raised in the serenity and love characteristic of this Buddhist nation. Golden Triangle, ThailandPhone: +66 (0) 5378 4084Email: [email protected]

WHERE TO EAT:Any number of holes in the wall in the dozens of Thai towns andvillages that make up The Golden Triangle offer delicious freshnoodles, broth, fried pork and grilled chicken. The country isfriendly, safe and clean.

WHAT TO DO:In Chiang Rai, you must go as often as possible to Chivit ThammaDa for massages, followed by cold draft beer or coffee and pastriesin the adjoining café. Massages are by appointment. Call +66 (0) 81984 2925 to schedule.

In addition to visiting temples and shrines, it is also great fun to have aportrait done while you’re there. Visit Bliss Studios, where acephotographer Chalit Chawalitangkun takes travel photos to a new level. Email: [email protected].

For pottery, visit Doy Din Dang Pottery. Website: dddpottery.com.

THE AIR WASREDOLENT WITHTHE SCENTS OFONIONS, GINGERAND FRYINGCHILIES, AND EVENTHE COLORS OFTHE FRUITS — PINK,ORANGE, REDAND PURPLE —SEEMED SOMAGICAL.

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Designer, film producer, author and TV personality Nate Berkus hasmade a career out of taking interior design beyond paint colorsand fabric swatches. His latest book, The Things That Matter

(Spiegel & Grau, 2012), gets to the heart of design in a way that has yousimultaneously poring over the vibrant pages and setting it down torearrange your living room. Here, we chat with Berkus about the book, hisown home décor, and more.Your new book focuses on design as a personal statement. Wasthere a point where you realized design was not just aboutmaking things pretty?I realized that very early on. My mom is an interior designer, so “home” wasmore about a well-designed room than a home-cooked meal. That was herway of saying she cared about her family. Things were not expensive, butthey were beautiful. It was ingrained in me that assembling interiors wasnot something to be rushed. You talk about incorporating things from your travels into yourdécor. How does one avoid a room full of kitschy souvenirs? I do a lot of research before I travel. I talk to the concierge at the hotel, I talk

to a friend who’s gone there before, to really get the best sources foreverything. I have a deep knowledge of furniture creators and modern art,but one thing that is always important to me is the element of the hand-made, whether it’s a Navajo basket on a coffee table or a South Americanbelt on a pile of books. I look for the best silversmith in Portugal, the besttextiles in Asia or ceramics in Mexico. I look for what’s indigenous, what’shistoric and traditional.When you walk into someone’s home, what stands out as“good” or “bad” design?What makes me happy is walking in to see different styles all combined.That may be a Swedish dresser, a French mirror and a Native American rugin one room. I think it makes a room feel layered, like it was assembled overtime. I love when someone takes a risk. I may not love what they did, but Iam taken in when I see someone is adventurous. Conversely, what bugs meis when everything is of the same quality or out of one catalog. You can tellwhen someone spent a great fortune, but you don’t know anything aboutthat person except that they’re rich. In the book, you discuss designing your own home in NYC. Howwas the process different than designing for other people?In a designer’s own home, he is answering only to himself, so he can takemore risks. I like to let things find me, whereas with clients you don’t havethe luxury of buying things haphazardly. For my home, I started to feel likeI didn’t have roots; I wanted to assemble everything in one space, under oneroof. Over 570 boxes were delivered to that home and as I went through allof them, I started to understand my own connection to things. I had todecide what to keep, where to put it, what it went with. The editing processis the most important part. Even if there is something you love, if there’s noplace for you to display it and enjoy it and have it add to the graciousnessof your home, then it should be edited out. What did you learn from writing the book?I didn’t set out to write an autobiography, rather I wanted the book to beabout how I approach design. I hope people recognize that we each have astory, which is why I shared my own in the book. Everyone I’ve known,everywhere I’ve been, everything I’ve done has influenced my style. I hopepeople will stop, take a beat, and decide for themselves what really servesthem in the home and what doesn’t. Only then can someone achieve aninterior that truly reflects their personality. What’s next for Nate Berkus?My Chicago design firm is constantly undertaking new projects. I am excitedabout my collaboration with Target, and hope people find a few things frommy line to add to their décor. I’m producing a second feature film that I’mreally excited about. I love books so much, and after producing The Help, Iwanted to find another project where I could make a beloved book into afilm. We need more of that.

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You’ve been touring the country and the reviews have beensensational. Why did you write this book? I felt there was something ultimately universal in the way women relate themost significant moments in their lives to jewelry. Open any woman’sjewelry box and there will be at least a few pieces that connect her to herpast, that represent her present and that can be handeddown in the future. As a writerand jewelry designer, Iwanted to explore thistheme, kind of what IleneBeckerman did in Love,Loss, and What I Wore.What did you learnabout yourself fromwriting it? More than I wanted to know;it was a painful process of selfdiscovery. I learned that I holdon, am afraid of loss (thus Ihave every piece of jewelryevery guy ever gave to me —even the ones I don’t want toremember). I learned that I haveincredible connections that godeeper than I realized with the maternal side of my family. That Icontinually choose the wrong men and stay too long in bad relationships.And that my mom and grandmother were the true gems in my life.What have women told you about themselves upon readingyour book?I’ve had many women write me about their mothers: the shared emotionsand shared jewelry boxes. Almost everyone who wrote mentioned therelevance certain pieces have to significant moments in their lives: theexciting time they got their ears pierced or the magical moment they werefirst given jewelry by a guy — even if it was from a vending machine!Women have told me about the pain of selling their jewelry after a divorce,the joy of receiving their engagement ring, the bittersweet memoriesconjured up by their mom’s charm bracelet… What are your most prized pieces and why? • My mom’s baroque pearls handed to me in the hospital in a Ziplock bag

when she died unexpectedly• My great-grandmother’s brooch, transformed four times for four

generations, taking on each of our personalities as it changed• My grandmother’s fantasy gems• A platinum eternity band I bought myself. It was my first self purchase

and it meant that I was independent and didn’t need a man to buy mejewelry.

• A locket and baguette stick pin from my mom, pieces that always remindme of her

• My dad’s Cartier Tank watch• The plastic bead necklace my niece made for me when she was three• A pendant my dad gave to my mom that I had revamped into a ring; it

keeps them alive, and together, forever…Family is obviously important toyou. What’s the best advice youever got from your loved ones? From my grandmother: “Always wear alittle lipstick. And earrings…”

“Superstitions are just that. Worryingdoesn’t make something not happen…” Andthe zinger: “If he hasn’t married you by now,he’s not going to!”

From my father: “People can onlyhurt you if you let them.”

From my mother: “You can usuallysee the train coming from afar; get off thetracks before it hits you.” And (the wordsI heard most often) “He wasn’t worthy ofyou anyway…”What’s your best advice to womenabout buying and wearing jewelry?

I very much believe in personal style and creating your own look. Buy forwho you are, not who your friends are. Try on lots of different things: you’lllearn your style as you get more comfortable trying on. Leave hints for yourhusband or significant other about your dream gifts. But never feel like youhave to stick with something: you can change your style as you grow. Themost important rule: there are no rules. Wear what you love. Wear yourjewelry; never let it wear you.I understand you’re a bit superstitious about your jewelry…Just a bit! I always wear some sort of talisman when I fly. (I truly believe ithelps land the plane…) I never wear a ring on my left hand ring finger becausesome Russian woman told me when I was very young that I’d never getmarried if I did. I’m still not married, and still longing for that band of gold… N

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Stylist, designer, writer and founding fashion director of this magazine,BETH BERNSTEIN talks to Accent about love, life and the profound power of fine jewelry.

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