In The Same Manner That A Belt Enhances The Silhouette Of A Woman And Highlights Her Waist, The Newly Released Watches Most Certainly Exalt An Elegant Wrist. Dive In And Style Your Pick.
Why do diamonds, emeralds, sapphires and tourmalines and spinels—always inspire unbridled joy? This has long been the driving us. Thus, to stand the test of time, nothing is more fitting than a jewellery-like-watch. It’s a trend that’s been gathering momentum for quite some time.
A beautiful timepiece embodies a classic investment buy, they are as visually pleasing as a piece of art, expertly crafted from exquisite materials and built to be loved and worn for years. So, if you’re marking a special occasion, we have rounded up the luxury watches that are sure to delight – for now, and for many years to come.
1. PATEK PHILIPPE 7010/1R NAUTILUS
With a 32 mm rose gold case and gem set bezel, the timepiece is adorned with the wave pattern typical of the ladies’ Nautilus collection. The dial is graced with a stylish lacquered purple hue, which is picked up on the ultra-resistant composite strap, with fabric motif and rose gold Nautilus fold-over clasp. Moreover, the dial’s legibility is ensured by ogival-shaped hour markers, applied Arabic numerals and alpha-style hour/minute hands in rose gold with a white luminescent coating striking an excellent contrast with the purple decoration.
Recognizable by its iconic porthole-inspired shape, the small case stands out for its alternating satin-brushed and polished finishes. The octagonal bezel is lit up by 46 Top Wessel ton Pure brilliant-cut diamonds (0.8 ct) and mechanical components of quartz E 23-250 S C calibre are finished to the same high standards as those of Patek Philippe mechanical calibres.
2. LONGINES MINI DOLCEVITA
Longines’ expands its emblematic DolceVita collection, and this latest series of watches prove that smaller cases make just as much of an impact. The brand launches a fresh line within its DolceVita collection—the Mini DolceVita—which takes the distinctive rectangular case to new heights with a more discreet silhouette. Standout features of the Mini DolceVita line include references with Top Wesselton diamonds set on the case, and the new Cosmo circular dial—an understated vision, painted Roman numerals and steel hands.
Having crafted rectangular watches since the 1910s and unveiled DolceVita’s inspiration in 1927, Longines has been continually reimagining the DolceVita since the collection was launched in 1997. Now, the Mini DolceVita brings the Longines
signature into a new era with its petite but powerful expression of refinement, heritage and contemporary style. It imitates as a contemporary jewel watch that oozes timeless elegance and modern flair.
3. BVLGARI X BVLGARI X LISA LIMITED EDITION WATCH
Crafted in steel and rose gold, with an engraved bezel, the watch is said to be inspired by Lisa’s favourite flower – Edelweiss – for which the Roman jeweller-watchmaker created a mesmerising dial in green and blue, slightly tinged with purple in a sunburst pattern. On the closed case back is the engraving of the Swiss Alpine flower, and hidden amongst the petals is Lisa’s own initial “L”, to recall her involvement in the project.
Diamonds mark the hours on the dreamy dial, swept over by two rose gold hands, and further elevated with a precious cabochon-cut rubellite on the rose gold crown, and the inside is powered by a quartz movement. The timepiece is issued in a limited series of 700 for the 33mm diameter model, and 300 for the 23mm diameter model. Crafted in steel and rose gold with a BVLGARI BVLGARI engraved bezel with being issued in limited series of 700 for the 33 mm-diameter version and 300 for the 23 mm-diameter iteration.
4. VAN CLEEF & ARPELS LUDO SECRET WATCH
One of Van Cleef & Arpels’ endearing icons, the Ludo bracelet, was born 89 years ago — and if there is ever a doubt that the design, calling to mind a jewelled couture belt. This year, the Ludo bracelet transforms into a dazzling High Jewellery Ludo Secret watch. What you’ll find familiar: The piece’s flexible gold mesh, and its distinguishing buckle-inspired detail, adorned with sparkling precious stones.
Available in 18K rose gold with sapphires or diamonds, and mother-of-pearl, Van Cleef & Arpels, the brand is reinterpreting a Ludo timepiece from the Maison’s patrimonial collection. With featuring a briquette-shaped mesh, the new Ludo Secret watch evokes a weave of shiny fabric encircling the wrist. A maestro in the category of secret watches, Van Cleef & Arpels has crafted them since the 1920s — and this ultra-modern design reveals the time along with a guilloché white mother-of-pearl dial.
