Tag: luxury watches
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UNAPOLOGETICALLY FEMALE
A selection of women’s watches blessed with beauty, grace, and style – and a dose of sparkle for good measure PATEK PHILIPPE GONDOLO REF. 4972G-001 White gold, guilloched mother-of-pearl dial, 130 diamonds patek.com VACHERON CONSTANTIN HEURES CRÉATIVES HEURE ROMANTIQUE White gold, mother of pearl dial, diamonds vacheron-constantin.com CARTIER LA PANTHÈRE Yellow gold,…
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HARRY WINSTON’S GEM OF A WATCH
Inspired by emerald cut diamonds, the Harry Winston Emerald Collection is an elegant timepiece worthy of a place on your wrist. Harry Winston earned his moniker, “The King of Diamonds”, because of his unrivalled collection of historic gemstones. He is also synonymous with the American jewellery scene because of his approach to cutting and setting…
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IN A LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN
No fancy movements or embellishments here. These watches are all about clean design and good old-fashioned timekeeping. PATEK PHILIPPE GOLDEN ELLIPSE What the Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse lacks in complication (all you really have are hour and minute hands), it makes up for with a sense of inner harmony that radiates an irresistible visual satisfaction.…
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THE CHOPARD ALPINE EAGLE TAKES FLIGHT
While familiar, Chopard’s new sports watch collection proves it is more than just déjà vu The year was 1972, just a few years after the ‘Quartz Crisis’ where Japanese ingenuity with the introduction of the more precise, high-beat quartz movement caused Swiss watchmakers to shelve their mechanically-operated timepieces. Hence, in recognition of a more robust…
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THE SECRET WORLD OF SECRET WATCHES
Double duty stunners that blur the line between the utilitarian nature of timekeeping and jewellery’s fabulous frivolity CARTIER Inspired by flowing waves, this high jewellery timepiece from Cartier is a calming vision of blues, greens, and iridescent reflections. In the centre is a 39.57-carat opal, while diamonds and strings of blue and green tourmaline beads…
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MIDO’S LADIES COLLECTION INSPIRED BY ARCHITECTURE
Creating an exclusive ladies’ collection is not a trick pulled out from thin air. In fact, Mido embarked on a two-month long campaign to garner design inspirations from fans of the brand who submitted their best drafts of case finishes, stone settings, and straps, in a bid to curate the ideal ladies’ watch. Through this,…
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For the Love of Camellia
Chanel brings back Gabrielle’s much-loved muse and emblem Which bride has not agonised for weeks, or even months, over the right bloom for her bouquet, or fussed over the floral arrangements on her big day? Weddings and flowers are always mentioned in the same breath. They are made for each other — much like Chanel…
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TIMELESS TIME TELLERS
Our all-time favourite wrist-worthy ladies’ watches Like a Fendi Baguette bag or a Volkswagen Beetle, there are some things that remain firmly in the public’s mind, sparking instant brand recognition. These are game changers in the industry that become perennial favourites through the years. Watches are no different. These iconic ladies’ timepieces are either instantly…
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HOLIDAY HIT LIST
Chinese actor Hu Ge wearing the Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Automatic timepiece Image courtesy of Piaget Find out what makes him tick and give your man the best surprise he deserves this holiday season A lowdown on the best watches to give your man this festive season Christmas is just around the corner and, of…
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JEWELLERY SPREAD
ROSES ARE RED DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER Romance cynics, look away now. This special spread is utterly, unapologetically romantic — all sugar and spice, and everything nice. Because, really, who doesn’t love flowers and diamonds, especially on Valentine’s Day? Although recent surveys reveal that almost 50% of women would rather prefer to receive long-lasting gifts —…
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HIS & HERS WATCHES
TWINNING SENSATIONS Fun couple watches for romantic date nights Romantic yet subtle enough to get your partner to agree to ‘twin’ with you, these adorable His & Hers watches are perfect gift ideas for Valentine’s Day. Most often, they come from the same collection with similar materials and designs, but they vary in sizes and…
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PATEK PHILIPPE
THE ART OF TIME Championing artisans and their rare hand craftsmanship As we race towards a future dominated by industrialisation and technology, where does it leave a 178-year-old watchmaker like Patek Philippe, a brand that prides itself on tradition and horological legacy? While the brand stands firmly rooted on its heritage, it continues to focus…