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MIX IT UP The beauty of mixed shapes
A TASTE OF ITALY Delicious jewelry selections
ROLEX Harmony of Contrasts
AUTUMN/HOLIDAY 2024 • ISSUE #16
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The Gordons WELCOME TO THE 16TH EDITION OF ORR’S JEWELERS MAGAZINE!
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We couldn’t have had such a great 2024 without all of you – so thank you from all of us!! As always, we worked hard all year to bring the latest trends and newest hot collections to Pittsburgh, check it all out within these pages and come see us in person in Sewickley and Squirrel Hill! This holiday season, and all year, we look for ways to sparkle, stand out and express ourselves and our love and gratitude for each other. We know that there are so many ways to achieve this, and we so appreciate being part of all of the special moments in your lives: from weddings, to births, to holidays, to “just because”! A few things we are extra excited about: the launch of the Breitling Chronomat B01 42 NFL Steelers edition (limited to only 104 pieces so you’d better jump on it!), the fancy color, fancy shape diamond trend (think yellows and pinks in all the fun shapes!), and tons of new collections and designs from some of our favorite designers like David Yurman, Roberto Coin, Pomellato and Penny Preville.
There’s more greatness to come from us in 2025, so stay tuned …
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CONTENTS O R R ’ S JEWELERS MAGAZINE
4 WELCOME from the Gordons
24 JAEGER-LECOULTRE Reverso Tribute collection 26 DRIVEN BY STYLE Effortless street style
42 CLASSICS Pieces that play the perfect melody 44 SERVING UP STYLE Unexpected twists to refined looks 47 WHIMSICAL JEWELRY Trends to fall for this season
9 BUYERS’ PICKS Jewelry that caught our attention
12 BREITLING CHRONOMAT B01 42 Pittsburgh Steelers edition 14 MIX IT UP The beauty of mixed shapes in jewelry
28 GREEN WITH ENVY Green dials are everywhere this season 30 IN LOVE AROUND THE WORLD Celebrate with these amazing Orr’s couples
48 IN-HOUSE JEWELRY & WATCH REPAIR Essential for maintaining beauty & functionality
16 ROLEX The harmony of contrasts 18 TRENDY BLEND Everyday layered looks 21 BOLDLY STACKED More is more
32 SYLVIE’S STORY An international love story 34 CARTIER CLASSIC The Panthére de Cartier 36 TASTE OF ITALY Delicious Italian selections 41 STRETCH YOUR STYLE Let your jewelry do the flexing
49 SET SAIL WITH PANERAI Two new maritime watches 51 BEYOND THE TIMEPIECE A gentleman’s guide to jewelry
Madison Frasinelli • Associate Editor/Designer Photography • Dominique Murray Photography Director • 2U Visuals Makeup • Bri (Mattise) Shaffer Assistant • Cianna Aguglia © 2024, Orr’s Jewelers
23 LAYERING Beautiful jewelry combinations
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jEWELRY THAT CAUGHT OUR ATTENTION
BUYERS’ PICKS
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Anita Ko Emerald and Diamond Necklace “Combining the signature Anita Ko emerald with the classic diamond tennis necklace makes such a cool statement. We love how many different ways you can style this instantly iconic piece!”
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Roberto Coin Mixed Sapphire and Diamond Bangle “Ombre sapphires beautifully set in a gold bangle?! So chic.”
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Yellow Diamond Drop Earrings “One of our favorite finds from the Las Vegas show this year! These earrings have such a special, unique look!”
Rahaminov Fancy Yellow Triple Threat Ring “What a showstopper! Yellow diamonds were the biggest standout trend this year and this ring certainly stands out!!” ~ 9 ~
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Breitling Superocean 42mm “This new rainbow dial adds such a fun pop of color to your traditional dive watch. An instant favorite!”
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IWC Portugieser Perpetual Calendar “ This mechanical masterpiece shines with refinement and class. And with the movement easily set through the crown, it’s deceivingly simple to use!”
Tudor Black Bay 58 GMT “Tudor fans have been asking for a thinner, smaller GMT and this 39mm piece really delivers!”
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Santos de Cartier Dual Time “An updated addition to the near-perfect Santos line is always a risk, but this monochromatic dual time does it just right!”
Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Date “With this updated, ocean-grey gradient dial, the new Polaris Date boasts the perfect combination of elegant and sporty.”
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CHRONOMAT B01 42 PITTSBURGH STEELERS EDITION
One of the most exciting releases of the year comes from a new partnership with Breitling and the NFL. Here in The Steel City, we take our football very seriously, and the new Breitling Chronomat B01 Pittsburgh Steelers edition is the perfect way to celebrate our favorite team. In fact, we’re so excited about this partnership that Leslie and Aliza traveled with Breitling to NYC for the launch event and a sneak preview of every team’s watch. Now we can say with full certainty that the Steelers edition is the best! With just 104 watches made for each NFL team, this exclusive piece is a touchdown!
LIMITED EDITION
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AVAILABLE IN ALL 32 TEAMS
Mix it up The Beauty of Mixed Shapes in Jewelry
Crafting a cohesive and elegant design from mixed-shape diamond jewelry is an art in itself. Each stone, with its unique cut and brilliance, presents a challenge in harmonizing different shapes into a singular, stunning piece. The intricate process of matching these distinct stones reflects our commitment to finding jewelry that is as sophisticated as it is timeless.
“Triple Threat” pear, cushion, and heart shaped diamond ring by Rahaminov Diamonds Mixed Shape Diamond Necklace by Rahaminov Diamonds Bezel-set mixed fancy shape diamond bracelet by Rahaminov Diamonds ~ 14 ~
Diamond Fizz Here's how to make this cocktail:
2 fl oz gin 1 fl oz lemon juice 1/2 fl oz simple syrup Top with brut champagne
Enjoy your drink and be sure to snap a photo and tag us!
NEW WATCHES 2024
THE HARMONY OF CONTRASTS With its latest creations, Rolex brings a fresh new look to some of its most iconic models. Thanks to the brand’s in-house mastery of watchmaking expertise, the new timepieces play with contrasts to achieve a harmonious balance of functionality and aesthetics, performance and preciousness, tradition and innovation.
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Offering unique harmonies of materials, colors and textures, the 2024 watches illustrate a desire to constantly reawaken watchmaking emotions, while demonstrating uncompromising quality down to the smallest detail.
OYSTER PERPETUAL GMT-MASTER II Echoing emotions
OYSTER PERPETUAL DAY-DATE Harmonious variations
For the first time, the Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II in Oystersteel is presented with the Cerachrom bezel insert in grey and black ceramic introduced to the range in 2023. Its green 24-hour hand displays much more than just an alternative time zone. It points to another location that resonates with the wearer – a reminder of the emotions that accompany each traveller.
Dials that are ombré, colored blue-green, or in pearlized white mother-of-pearl. Faceted, deconstructed Roman numerals and faceted hour markers. A bezel set with trapeze-cut diamonds. The new versions of the Oyster Perpetual Day-Date express the brand’s enduring desire for rare and wide-ranging expertise to be found in even the smallest details. Colors, materials, motifs, hour markers – each element contributes to the harmony of the new combinations.
PERPETUAL 1908 Elegance in movement
OYSTER PERPETUAL ROLEX DEEPSEA Bringing light to the deep
The Perpetual 1908 is now available in 950 platinum with an ice blue dial, a hue that is exclusively for Rolex watches in this prestigious metal. On this guilloché dial with a rice-grain motif, light bounces off the raised pattern, producing a variety of reflections with every movement of the wrist. A watch of rare distinction, the new 1908 is a visual masterpiece that affirms its unique identity with elegance and finesse.
OYSTER PERPETUAL SKY-DWELLER The symphony of reflections Sophisticated, technical and distinguished, the Oyster Perpetual Sky-Dweller in 18 k Everose or yellow gold is now available with a Jubilee bracelet. By alternating the size and finish of the links, the Jubilee bracelet in 18 k gold stands out for its wealth of reflec- tions and harmonious forms. Designed to enable tireless travellers to rapidly find their bearings, the Sky-Dweller reaffirms its ele- gance and is a delight to the senses. The first Rolex deep-sea divers’ watch in 18 k yellow gold, the new Oyster Perpetual Rolex Deepsea is decked in blue on its dial, its bezel insert, and its compression ring — part of the Ringlock system. Made from blue ceramic — a technical innovation that is the result of a pioneering manufacturing process — this Cerachrom ring is decorated with a circular satin finish. Precious and technical. Majestic and innovative. A bright watch for the dark abyss. This new version of the Rolex Deepsea is engineered to shine into the ocean depths.
OYSTER PERPETUAL COSMOGRAPH DAYTONa An icon eternally revisited Rolex presents two new versions of the Oys- ter Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona whose dials contrast white and black natural moth- er-of-pearl and a bezel set with brilliant-cut diamonds. These reinterpretations of the iconic watch achieve the perfect balance of precision and preciousness. The watches, made from 18 k white gold, write another chapter in the legendary story of a model known for a wealth of variations, summon- ing the potential in each of us for perpetual reinvention.
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trendy blend EVERYDAY LAYERED LOOKS
Left to Right: Roberto Coin Gold Paperclip Chain Penny Preville Diamond Round Link Necklace Anita Ko Diamond Palm Leaf Necklace Penny Preville Petite Moon Pendant Octavia Elizabeth Moody Blue Topaz Necklace Penny Preville Petite Starburst Medallion Bracelet Stack: Marco Bicego Masai Collection Diamond Bangles
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Layering BEAUTIFUL JEWELRY COMBINATIONS
Above: Bangles from Ippolita Far Right: Rings from Pomellato Below: Bangles from Penny Preville
TIME ZONE
Jaeger-LeCoultre
T The Reverso watch was created to withstand the rigors of polo matches. Its subtle Art Deco lines and unique, pioneering, reversible case have made it one of the world’s most recognizable watches. The Reverso showcases our craftsmanship at its most creative, inventive and innovative and has housed more than 50 different calibers. It has been an exceptional canvas for creativity — fiercely original, defiantly distinctive, and always extraordinary.
REVERSO TRIBUTE COLLECTION
Whether draped in enamel, engravings, or gemstones, the Reverso is unfailingly unique, representing the very best of Jaeger- LeCoultre. Since its creation in 1931, Reverso has created many timeless stories, establishing it as the icon of Jaeger-LeCoultre. The Reverso is Jaeger-LeCoultre’s signature collection. The flip-over case was originally created for polo players to protect their watch dials from the rigors of the polo mallet (in the days before sapphire crystals). Today, the reversible case is handy for showing dual time
zones or second dial options. The design is also considered a pure, authentic expression of the Art Deco aesthetic. Since 1931, the Reverso has housed over 50 different mechanical movements, from the world’s smallest to largest complications, ranging from ultra- thin movements to tourbillons and minute repeaters. Both the Reverso Tribute Duoface Small Seconds and the Reverso Tribute Duoface Calendar represent fantastic updates on a classic, standing out with a blue sunray brushed dial and applied hour markers.
TIMELESS STORIES SINCE 1931
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Driven by style Earrings aren’t your thing? Luckily for you, jewelry comes in all shapes and sizes – load up on the rings (pinky rings, anyone?), or do a cool, textured stack of bracelets on each wrist, or pick a statement piece to plan a whole look around. Just remember, a Porsche 911 will never go out of style and neither will diamonds!
Even a true classic, like a Porsche 911, can be jazzed up with a brightly colored paint coat, a loud engine, and some sporty features. Just imagine turning heads while you zoom around town in this baby! When it comes to jewelry, you have so many ways to accessorize your street style look. We’ve seen the growing trend of having multiple ear piercings in one ear; this is your chance to build up your “ear party” style! Go for the rockstar-style asymmetrical look, or layer up the hoops and diamonds to build up a look that’s fit for Hollywood (or sunny Pittsburgh, as the case may be!) ~ 26 ~
EFFORTLESS “STREET STYLE” MEANS SOMETHING DIFFERENT TO EVERYONE. BUT, WE ALL CAN AGREE THAT YOU CAN’T GO WRONG WITH A FAST SPORTS CAR AND SOME GLITTERING DIAMONDS! And what’s better than pulling up to the party in your gorgeous car and stepping out to oohs and ahs – nothing! Cue the applause, it’s time to build your look and take to the streets. Whether your personal style leans more timeless and classic or bold and trendy, your street style is your chance to express yourself to the outside world.
GREEN If we’ve learned anything this year, it’s that green dials are here to stay in the world of Swiss watches. We’ve seen the trend explode within the watch enthusiast community over the past several years, but is it more than just a trend? Here at Orr’s Jewelers, we think so. Many of the most popular models now offer a green variation – the color isn’t just a novelty in the neutral world of blacks and blues and whites! From sporty military green to elegant forest green, there’s a style for every wrist and every occasion; and the watch team at Orr’s Jewelers has all of your needs covered! From casual, matte green dials like the Oris Divers Sixty-Five and the Bell & Ross BR-03 Military Green to deeper, sun-ray finish greens like the IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph and the Breitling Chronomat Chronograph, there’s a full spectrum of greens from which to choose! Stop in and find the perfect addition to your collection, we can’t wait to show you these – and more!
Breitling B01 Chronomat
Panerai Lumior Marina Verde
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Santos de Cartier
Oris Divers Sixty-Five Date
IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph
Bell & Ross BR-03 Military Ceramic
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sylviejewelry.com
Sylvie’s Story Within our brand’s heritage lies a journey from humble beginnings and an international love story. In 1986, Ian Levine left behind a life in South Africa to immigrate to the United States in search of the American Dream. An ambitious individual and visionary thinker, he ventured to the United States to perfect his craft, seeking to carve his niche in the world of diamonds and jewelry. With a deep passion for diamonds and a keen eye for detail, he embarked on his journey to establish Spectrum Diamonds, a jewelry manufacturer and diamond merchant, establishing his foothold in the American jewelry industry. Ian met Sylvie in 1992 while traveling on business overseas. Sylvie was living in her hometown of Antwerp, Belgium at the time, establishing her career at the center of the worlds diamond trade. Ian and Sylvie married two years later, and together, began to build a life together in America – pursuing their passions together. Sylvie always dreamed of a brand that would not only make fine jewelry—it would resonate with people’s emotions and tell a story of youthful femininity in a vastly male-dominated designer bridal jewelry segment. The Sylvie brand was born in 2007 as a confluence of her refined taste and artistic flair, a creation that mirrored her passion for creating timeless pieces of jewelry that women could cherish for a lifetime. Each piece was crafted with love, exuding the sophistication, elegance, and grace that Sylvie herself embodied.
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By Celine Simon
Cartier Classic FOR CARTIER, TIME IS CYCLICAL RATHER THAN LINEAR. THIS VISION EXPLAINS WHY THE MAISON CONTINUOUSLY REVISITS AND TRANSFORMS ITS ICONIC WATCH MODELS, EACH ONE THOUGHTFULLY REINTERPRETED FOR A NEW GENERATION TO ENJOY.
PANTHÈRE DE CARTIER
The Panthère takes its name from the bracelet; its ultra-flexible structure echoes the animal’s movements. Formed from a series of curved and polished links, it is remarkably flexible. Launched in 1983, the Panthère watch has been highly acclaimed since its creation. Above and beyond its design, this watch slinks onto the skin in a rippling celebration of triumphant and carefree femininity.
This style icon has inspired Cartier to create four new versions in rose gold, yellow gold, and steel, with a silky dial in shades of golden plum, gold, midnight blue, and black. Four diagonally crossed dials reverse the play of light and reflect the brilliance of the iridescent and subtle gradations — a precious luminosity that adds to the jewel-like quality of the most feline watch in the Maison’s repertoire.
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TASTE OF
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LOVE IN VERONA
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IWC PORTUGIESER CHRONOGRAPH.
Portugieser Chronograph, Ref. IW371625 Conceived 85 years ago as an instrument watch with marine chronometer precision, the Portugieser is a timeless yet dynamic paragon of understated elegance. And now, for the first time, the Chronograph, with its distinctive, vertically organized totalizers for optimum legibility, features an elaborately crafted dial in the color Obsidian. IWC. ENGINEERING BEYOND TIME.
Stretch your style Trendy stretch bracelets belong in your stack! This year, we’re so excited to introduce the Zydo Collection to our brand lineup at Orr’s : 18 karat yellow, rose and white gold with sparkling diamonds and brightly colored gemstones, all handmade in Valenza, Italy. No clasps means you can simply slide one on and go, go, go! Mix these in with playful 18 karat gold beaded stretchy bracelets, and you’ll be right on trend! Plus, with eternity rings featuring the same stretchy construction, you’ll be comfortable AND stylish – a winning combination.
Stretch the limits of style and let your jewelry do the flexing!
CLASSICS Timeless Elegance: Pieces That Play the Perfect Melody
Serving up Style Playful jewelry adds a fun, unexpected twist to refined looks, creating a balance between elegance and creativity. Bright colors, quirky shapes, and bold designs bring personality to classic, polished outfits. This mix allows for unique style expression while keeping a sophisticated edge, making refined fashion feel fresh and lively.
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Sorellina: Strawberry Ruby Necklace Record Pendant Lightning Bolt Pendant Pomellato: Pom Pom Dot Reversible Pendants
Sorellina: Amuleti Heart Motif Studs Octavia Elizabeth: Heart Shape Ruby Eternity Band Phillips House:
Aura Small Diamond Interlocking Heart Studs Aura Mini Interlocking Diamond Heart Necklace Ippolita: Crinkle Heart Three Drop Earrings
Anita Ko: Evil Eye Bracelet with sapphire and diamonds David Yurman: Mini Compass Pinky Ring Roberto Coin: Tiny Treasures Diamond Hamsa Necklace Phillips House: Micro Infinity Star of David Necklace Frederic Sage: Petite Diamond Cross Necklace
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In-House Jewelry & Watch Repair ESSENTIAL FOR MAINTAINING BEAUTY + FUNCTIONALITY
W Whether it’s a family heirloom or a recent purchase, jewelry can be
Our jewelers use specialized tools and techniques to handle these tasks with precision. For example, resizing a ring involves carefully cutting and soldering the band to achieve the perfect fit, while stone replacement requires matching the new gem to the existing ones for a seamless look. Visiting us to perform proactive maintenance on your most worn jewelry items can prolong the life and reduce the chance of damage or loss to your most precious pieces. Regular cleaning and inspection can address problems like loose settings or worn prongs before they lead to more significant damage or loss. Both our Sewickley and Squirrel Hill locations accept jewelry and watch repairs with no appointment necessary. Our Sewickley store is an Authorized Rolex Service Center, with our Rolex watchmaker on-site!
COMMON REPAIRS INCLUDE: Resizing rings Fixing broken clasps Replacing lost diamonds and gemstones Tightening gemstones Rhodium plating to restore the luster of karat gold susceptible to damage from daily wear or simply aging over time. Our jewelry repair specialists are true experts in their field and can do everything from simply replacing a clasp to an intricate restoration process to preserve your jewelry’s value and wearability.
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By Celine Simon
Set Sail with PANERAI TWO NEW PANERAI WATCHES HIGHLIGHT THE BRAND’S COMMITMENT TO INNOVATIVE MATERIALS AND ITS STRATEGIC SAILING PARTNERSHIP.
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The new Submersible Luna Rossa PAM01579 celebrates Panerai’s support of the Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli sailing team’s journey to the 2024 America’s Cup. Encased in a 42 mm brushed steel case and resistant to 300 meters, the watch boasts a unidirectional rotating steel bezel with a black matte ceramic disk, chosen for its notably higher resistance to scratches
The white grained matte dial is adorned with the Luna Rossa decal, luminous dot and baton hour markers, along with a date window at 3 o’clock and a small seconds sub-dial at 9 o’clock
Leslie and Aliza at the Panerai booth at Watches & Wonders 2024, where they celebrated the Luna Rossa launches
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By Jennifer Brugh
b e yond th e tim e pi e c e A GENTLEMAN’S GUIDE TO JEWELRY + ACCESSORIES
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Men’s fashion jewelry is evolving. It’s no longer reserved just for the swanky East Coast residents or the fashion-forward crowd out West. In fact, fashion staples that elevate his style and look are now common for the Midwestern man, becoming essential to that modern gent’s flare — a mix of contemporary trends, timeless elegance, and quality craftsmanship. From chains and pendants to bracelets, rings, and sophisticated accessories, there are countless ways to elevate your style and go beyond a simple timepiece as your personal expression. We’re excited to introduce our hand-selected collection of S.T. Dupont lighters, personally chosen by David and Aliza. With over 145 years of history, S.T. Dupont is renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship and timeless elegance. These iconic lighters make the perfect gift for the discerning gentleman who values luxury and sophistication.
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