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models in tux and evening gown 

Armani tuxedo, $1,895; Ike Behar white tuxedo shirt, $155; Brioni burgundy tie and cummerbund, $345 (set). All from Neiman Marcus. “Atlas” column studs, $1,700 (each), and “Milgrain” wedding band, $1,175, from Tiffany & Co.

Marc Bouwer burgundy velvet gown, $2,800, from Neiman Marcus. Schlumberger rubellite necklace, $165,000; Schlumberger rubellite bracelet, $118,000; “Maple Leaf “ earrings, $7,000; three-stone diamond ring, $93,000; and “Rope” bracelet with ruby clasp, $6,800. All from Tiffany & Co.

a holiday family scene   

Tuxedos from A Better Deal Tuxedo, La Jolla. Streamerica cufflinks, $1,300, from Tiffany & Co. White dinner jacket by Jack Victor, $595; Saks tuxedo shirt, $125; and Saks bowtie, $35. All from Saks Fifth Avenue. “Atlas” column studs, $1,700 (each), from Tiffany & Co.

Sue Wong silver gown, $420 from Saks Fifth Avenue. “Petal” necklace, $135,000; “Legacy” ornate diamond ring, $42,500; “Victoria” diamond bracelet, $49,000; Tonneau cocktail watch, $7,950; and “Maltese Cross” earrings, $7,000. All from Tiffany & Co.

Pink satin slip dress with sheer black overlay by Monkeywear, $150, from Pout, La Jolla. “Signature” cultured pearl necklace, $2,300 and “Signature” cultured pearl bracelet, $1,900, from Tiffany & Co.

Holiday decorations from The Natural Touch, San Diego.

models in holiday garb   

Blue satin gown with beaded neckline, $420; Saks Fifth Avenue. “Lace” wide necklace, $125,000; “Sunburst Lace” bracelet, $39,500; “Sunburst Lace” earrings, $9,500; “Legacy” ornate diamond ring, $42,500; and “Etoile” wide pavé ring, $11,000. All from Tiffany & Co.

Cream chiffon dress by Monkeywear, $124, from Pout, La Jolla. “Signature” cultured pearl necklace, $2,300, and “Signature” cultured pearl bracelet, $1,900, from Tiffany & Co.

 models in holiday garb

Blue silk dress with metallic ribbon waistband by Mimi Turner, $340, from Sorella Boutique, Little Italy. “Open Square” diamond necklace, $25,000; “Open Square” diamond bracelet, $14,000; “Weave” diamond band ring, $8,500; and “Deco” diamond hoop earrings, $5,400. All from Tiffany & Co.

Navy Canali suit with light gray pinstripe, $1,695; Gary’s Studio, Del Mar. “Atlas” watch in sterling silver, $2,750 and “Lucida” 6mm band ring, $1,

 
models in holiday garb   

Canali tuxedo, $1,350; Armani tuxedo shirt, $225, red silk bowtie by Carrot & Gibbs, $47.50; All from Garys Studio, Del Mar. “Milgrain” wedding band, $1,175, and “Atlas” column cufflinks, $4,250, from Tiffany & Co.

Pink and black chiffon top and skirt with black satin trim by Monkeywear, $148, from Pout, La Jolla. “Signature” cultured pearl necklace, $2,300; “Signature” cultured pearl bracelet, $1,900; and “Sunburst Lace” brooch (as hair clip), $15,000.

a woman modeling a holiday gown   

Teal silk gown with gold sash, $495; Nicole Miller, La Jolla.

“Rope” necklace with ruby clasp, $14,200; “Rope” bracelet with ruby clasp, $6,800; “Mini Cooper” bracelet, $33,000; “V-Rope” earrings, $4,100; and three-stone diamond ring, $93,000. All from Tiffany & Co.

a rolls with a wreath   

Rolls-Royce available from Symbolic Motors, La Jolla.

Holiday wreath and bow from The Natural Touch, San Diego.

a couple decked out in plaid   

Black trench coat, $925; V-neck sweater, $210; black pant, $155; and umbrella, $145. All by Burberry from Neiman Marcus.

Pink plaid coat, $1,280; and white shirt, $150. All by Burberry from Neiman Marcus. “Weave” diamond band ring, $8,500 and “Deco” diamond hoop earrings, $5,400, from Tiffany & Co.

Production & Styling: Heather Eubanks. Models: Danny Tieman, Jennifer Machado, Nick Navarro and Tiffany Santelli, Nouveau Model & Talent. Hair & Makeup: Jillyin Luntz, Nouveau Model & Talent. Photo Retouching: Robert Morris. Special thanks to Kathryn Mower and Bryan Palmer. Shot on location at the Darlington House in La Jolla, an historic estate dedicated to providing housing for seniors by hosting weddings, private parties and fund-raisers. 858-454-7625.

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