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PLATINUM

CONTENTS

Sweet Summer Sparkle

JNonline.us
July 2006 * Vol. 6, No. 7
A Jewish Renaissance Media publication

from Nina Eisenberg

ENTERTAINING / COVER STORY

Let's Have A Picnic!

16

Break out the barbecue for an alfresco feast.

DECOR
Garden Gourmet

20

A local homeowner builds his dream kitchen — outdoors.

FASHION
Freede, At Last

he beginning of
Summer is
always an exciting
time with the prom-
ise of long, lazy days ahead
to relax and indulge... in a
juicy novel, a bowl of per-
fect summer fruit, a luscious
icy sorbet, and, of course, a
gorgeous new addition to
your jewelry wardrobe.

When I saw these rings, I

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Detroit-born celebrity stylist Lisa Freede sets trends with sought-after jewels.

knew that I just had to have

one. The intensely rich color

of the gemstones is literally

breathtaking. Each ring is

PRODUCTS
Back To His Roots

crafted in 18kt. gold, its

center jewel resplendent and

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A hair straightening specialist brings his technique home to Metro Detroit.

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encircled with diamonds. Adding to the drama, the
sides of each ring are paved with a combination of sapphires and

diamonds. Absolutely stunning.

Every woman deserves to have a piece of jewelry that is not only

beautiful, but invites conversation.

Sorbet Sparkle Rings

by Tapper's

A sweet assortment of Sapphires, Diamonds and Gemstones set in

18kt. white gold. From $2,200.

Pink Grapefruit (Center Jewel: Kunzite)

Concord Grape (Center Jewel: Amethyst)

Ripe Raspberry (Center Jewel: Rubelite)

Luscious Lime (Center Jewel: Green Tourmaline)

DEPARTMENTS

Blueberry Blush (Center Jewel: Iolite)

Editor's Letter

4

All's Fare

8

Around Town

12

Cool Runnings

14

Family Ties

30

Tastes &Trends

32

Platinum Planner

35

Member Of The Tribe

38

On The Cover:
Throw a sumptuous, no-stress picnic with the season's fresh and colorful offerings.
Photography by Armando Rios
Page design by Anne Lada

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Rings enlarged to show detail.

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