V & O Style Jewelers, Chicago

Ohannes John Arakelian, the jeweler who opened V & O Style Jewelers in 1983, founded his business around his expertise for repairs. With a steady hand and an artistic eye, he kept customers' treasures in mint condition—and crafted a few one-of-a-kind custom orders, too. Today, his children Michael and Natalie continue to operate the shop by the same philosophy, preserving jewelry with polishing services and repairs. Like the elder Arakelian, they also craft custom jewelry, expertly bringing even the most complex designs to life.