Los Angeles Confidential

WATCHES & JEWELRY

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BREGUET

Founded in 1775, Breguet is one of the world’s foremost luxury Swiss watchmaker­s of pieces that offer record-setting complicati­ons, superb haute joaillerie styling, or both.

INSIDER TIP: The most expensive watch in the world, the stunning Breguet Grande Complicati­on “Marie-Antoinette” pocket watch ($30 million), is on sale at the brand’s Rodeo Drive showroom. 280 N. Rodeo Dr., Beverly Hills, 310-8609911; breguet.com

CIRCA

The largest internatio­nal buyer of pre-owned jewelry, watches, and estate pieces, Circa works with the most reputable appraisers in the world. 9696 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, 310341-4111; circajewel­s.com

COLETTE

Natural wonders and a love of travel inform Colette Steckel’s exquisite jewelry, which has adorned red-carpet A-listers like Rihanna and Katy Perry. It even informs her space: The leaf motif at her WeHo boutique recalls Steckel’s childhood inspiratio­n of leaves falling in Paris. 8463 Melrose Pl., Ste. 4, West Hollywood, 323-9440599; colettejew­elry.com

HUBLOT

Hublot’s state-of-the-art designs utilize high-tech and classic materials for an aesthetic both innovative and traditiona­l.

INSIDER TIP: Look for the rugged, masculine Big Bang ($5 million), one of the world’s most expensive production watches. 9470 Brighton Way, Beverly Hills, 310-550-0595; hublot.com

IRENE NEUWIRTH

SoCal-native Irene Neuwirth takes her inspiratio­ns from the sea, as seen in her fine jewelry pieces featuring precious stones and designs highlighti­ng the ocean’s purity, power, and colors. 8458 Melrose Pl., LA, 323-285-2000; ireneneuwi­rth.com

PYRRHA

History and a love of vintage craftsmans­hip are at the heart of Pyrrha designs. Danielle and Wade Papin, the creative couple behind the brand, began making one-of-a-kind pieces from their home in Vancouver in 1993. Since then, Pyrrha has grown to include an LA flagship boutique and a bevy of celebrity clients, including Scarlett Johansson, Jennifer Lawrence, and Lady Gaga, who clamor for Pyrrha charms, talismans, signets, and and other unique designs.

INSIDER TIP: The Papins’ collection of antique Victorian seals inspires many of their pieces. 8315 W. 3rd St., LA, 323-424-4807; pyrrha.com

RICHARD MILLE

Artistry, architectu­re, and technical innovation are the driving forces at this brand that is both a connoisseu­r and casual collector fave. 222 N. Rodeo Dr., Beverly Hills, 310-285-9898; richardmil­le.com

ROSEARK

Shop for baubles big and small at this offbeat, high-end jewelry store decked out with rings, necklaces, precious stones, and more. 1111 N. Crescent Heights Blvd., West Hollywood, 323-822-3600; roseark.com

SINGLE STONE

Ari and Corina Madilian’s exceptiona­l engagement ring and wedding band designs are directly inspired by the vintage pieces and antique stones they

source to create them.

INSIDER TIP: Like the vintage pieces as they are? Ari and Corina always have a curated selection for sale. California Jewelry Mart, 607 Hill St., Ste. 204, LA, 213-892-0773; singleston­e.com

SUZANNE FELSEN

With combinatio­ns of color dictated by each individual setting, each gem in Suzanne Felsen’s stunning collection is carefully hand-selected. 8332 Melrose Ave., LA, 323-6535400; suzannefel­sen.com

23RD STREET JEWELERS

Don’t miss Santa Monica’s 23rd Street Jewelers, an iconic family-owned jewelry shop for custom earrings, engagement rings, and necklaces. 2319 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, 310-828-0833; 23rdstreet­jewelers.com

WESTIME

With locations throughout the city, Westime is the SoCal luxury timepiece retail destinatio­n, specializi­ng in extraordin­ary watches and jewelry. 216 N. Rodeo Dr., Beverly Hills, 310-888-8880; 8569 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310-289-0808; 3832 Cross Creek Road, Malibu, 310-456-2555; westime.com

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