Time to shine: a quartet of our favourite chronological novelties from this year’s watch fairs
Behold four of our favourite novelties from this year’s watch fairs. They run the gamut from technical excellence to extraordinary opulence – these are the timepieces we dream about
1_ BULGARI Octo Finissimo Automatic
This elegant sandblasted beauty claimed the record for the world’s slimmest self-winding watch at SIHH. Equipped with a tourbillon system that’s just 3.99mm thick, it’s the fourth successive record-holder for the maison, and a beautiful blend of technical sophistication and aesthetic refinement.
2_ TAG HEUER Aquaracer Lady Calibre 9 Automatic
Water-resistant to 300 metres, this sleek new watch is a highly technical model for today’s active woman. SuperLuminovacovered hands and indices give optimal legibility, as does the newly added striated dial and date window with magnifier. Realised in steel with a black or white mother-of-pearl dial, it also has the option of diamonds for an additional touch of glamour.
3_ CHANEL Code Coco
Part high jewellery, part haute horlogerie – this is a tribute to all things Chanel. From the
2.55 bag clasp to the quilted design, it embodies the house’s codes and its playful irreverence. One of Chanel’s most interesting watches yet, the subtle dial is devoid of any numbers or markers, and sits across from a single square diamond. A true objet d’art.
4_ ROLEX Cosmograph Daytona
A scintillant gem-set version of the 1963 original, this new 18K Everose gold version features a rainbow bezel, set with a radiant gradation of sapphires. Fifty-six brilliant-cut diamonds are set into the lugs and crown guard, while the dial features 11 baguette-cut sapphire hour markers. This is a watch that will get you noticed – for all the best reasons.