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MARCH 2007 • VOL. 7, NO. 3

In our luxurious showroom we
proudly display jewelry from some
of the world's top designers. Did
you know that some of our most
spectacular jewelry has been
created right in our store — from
concept to completion. Our in-
store team of custom jewelry
designers specialize in every
step of the custom-design
process. Alwa
service, we are waiti
design a wasure that,i
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features

23 Love Story

Lush elegance dappled with meaningful details transform a

300-person wedding into a personal celebration.

29 All The Pretty Pieces

You've chosen your groom and your gown.

Now, find our luscious picks for everything else.

35 In Great Taste

Evelyn Lauder has created recipes, excerpted in Platinum,

that are both gorgeous and good for you.

PAUL MAKI, TAPPER 'S CUSTOM DESIGN

On a typical day, Paul Maki can be found hard
at work at his jeweler's bench. A native of Berkley,
Michigan, the 34-year old jewelry designer spent
childhood summers with his grandfather in the Upper Peninsula.
Together, they would take metal detectors and go out looking for
copper and raw silver. "I liked to beat metal with a hammer even
at a young age," Paul remembers.
Today, Paul channels his passion for precious metals
into exclusive designs for Tapper's clients.
Paul works with clients to create a new look
for existing jewelry or helps design something
entirely new. Paul says that "If you can dream
it, I can work to make it happen." To make an
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appointment with Paul, please contact Tapper's

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Editor's Letter
Faces
All's Fare
Snapshots
Health
Platinum Profile
The Goods
Can You Relate?
Platinum Planner
Member Of The Tribe

ON THE COVER

Tracy Rubin carries her bridal bouquet of peonies and roses
on her wedding day. For more, see "Love Story" on page 23.
Photograph by Laurie Tennent
Page design by Anne Lada

DIAMONDS & FINE JEWELRY

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