Watch trend: Luxury for every day

June 11, 2018

By Jodie Smith

4 min read

In the world of women’s luxury watches, a distinctive trend has recently emerged for pieces which combine lavish watchmaking expertise with minimalistic design and clean lines.

Within this trend, watch straps and bracelets are at the forefront of the design, and are widened or multiplied, creating a more androgynous aesthetic. The main stylistic benefit of such laconic approach to design is that these luxury watches are suited to wear in all situations, rather than being precious pieces only appropriate during cocktail hour.

href=”https://www.tiffany.com/watches” rel=”noopener noreferrer” target=”_blank”>Tiffany & Co.

The latest horological offering from Tiffany & Co. the ‘Tiffany T’ watch is a great example of the trending design. This collection has been a perceptible move by Tiffany & Co. to appeal to a younger, more fashion forward generation in their fine jewellery and watch departments. The timepiece was created in yellow gold on a black strap, or sterling silver on a black or ‘Tiffany Blue’ strap. Its cuff-like design is accented by a ‘T’ emblem on one end which opens to reveal a brushed dial marked by a single baguette diamond. This watch provides a graphic, bold style statement which embodies minimalism and sleek sophistication.

Tiffany & Co. 'Tiffany T' cuff watches in yellow gold and silver

Tiffany & Co. 'Tiffany T' cuff watches in yellow gold and silver

href=”https://www.chanel.com/en_CA/watches-jewelry/watches” rel=”noopener noreferrer” target=”_blank”>Chanel

Similarly, Chanel’s ‘Code Coco’ is a striking cuff style watch which attends to the codes of the Chanel brand. It incorporates the ‘Mademoiselle’ clasp detail from the iconic 2.55 handbag, the quilted motif which has been an emblem of the house since 1955, and finally, a simple band of diamonds. Gabrielle Chanel’s devotion to diamonds above all gems was immortalised in the quote: “If I have chosen the diamond, it is because it represents, in its density, the greatest value in the smallest volume.” Four versions of the ‘Code Coco’ watch are available: one with steel, one with steel and black ceramic decoration, and two versions of each of these with diamonds surrounding the dials.

Chanel 'Code Coco' watch in ceramic and steel

Chanel 'Code Coco' watch in ceramic and steel

 Chanel 'Code Coco' watch in steel

Chanel 'Code Coco' watch in steel

 Chanel 'Code Coco' watch in ceramic and steel

Chanel 'Code Coco' watch in ceramic and steel

 Chanel 'Code Coco' watch in steel with diamond bezel

Chanel 'Code Coco' watch in steel with diamond bezel

href=”https://www.bulgari.com/en-us/watches” rel=”noopener noreferrer” target=”_blank”>Bulgari

During Baselworld 2018, Bulgari released a series of their latest timepieces to great acclaim. Undoubtedly the most famous of the Italian house’s watches has been the ‘Serpenti’, distinctly recognisable for its snake head design dials. The most recent version of this model ‘Twist Your Time’ was presented at the fair in March and features a wrap-around bracelet comprised of gold chains or various leather straps: red, green, beige, purple and others. As with other brands whose watches pertain to this trend; in ‘Twist Your Time’ model the bezel is accented with a delicate set brilliant cut diamonds, as well as a cabochon rubellite crown.

Bulgari 'Twist Your Time' watches from the 'Serpenti' collection

Bulgari 'Twist Your Time' watches from the 'Serpenti' collection

 Bulgari 'Twist Your Time' watch from the 'Serpenti' collection in rose gold with diamond bezel

Bulgari 'Twist Your Time' watch from the 'Serpenti' collection in rose gold with diamond bezel

 Bulgari 'Twist Your Time' watch from the 'Serpenti' collection in rose gold with diamond bezel

Bulgari 'Twist Your Time' watch from the 'Serpenti' collection in rose gold with diamond bezel

 Bulgari 'Twist Your Time' watch from the 'Serpenti' collection in yellow gold with diamond bezel

Bulgari 'Twist Your Time' watch from the 'Serpenti' collection in yellow gold with diamond bezel

 Bulgari 'Twist Your Time' watch from the 'Serpenti' collection in white gold with diamond bezel

Bulgari 'Twist Your Time' watch from the 'Serpenti' collection in white gold with diamond bezel

 Bulgari 'Twist Your Time' watch from the 'Serpenti' collection in white gold with diamond bezel

Bulgari 'Twist Your Time' watch from the 'Serpenti' collection in white gold with diamond bezel

 Cartier 'Panthère de Cartier' triple tour watch in rose gold with diamond bezel

Cartier 'Panthère de Cartier' triple tour watch in rose gold with diamond bezel

 Cartier 'Panthère de Cartier' double tour watch in yellow gold

Cartier 'Panthère de Cartier' double tour watch in yellow gold

 La Mini D De Dior watch from Dior

La Mini D De Dior watch from Dior

 La Mini D De Dior watch from Dior

La Mini D De Dior watch from Dior

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