MTJ Gift Guide: Too-Cool Watches
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If you're feeling (super) generous, spend a pretty penny on the investment gift of the season: a fine watch. We'd like to draw your attention to seven unique (some limited edition) timepieces for both men and women on offer this holiday season. Many designers are over the rainbow for color, and pastels are popular, but there are also beautiful classic styles in various metals and leathers. Whether the receiver is a collector or a beginner, these are sure to delight any watch enthusiast.
Timex x Judith Leiber
Timex and Judith Leiber. A watch match made in heaven. This collaboration consists of two limited-edition timepieces in Timex’s classic Q Timex (pictured) and T80 encrusted with more than 900 rainbow Swarovski® crystals. Only 200 are available. The time is now.
Timex x Judith Leiber stainless steel and Swarovski crystals watch, $1,200 at Timex
Omega
Omega is one of the most recognizable watch brands with steady additions to their covetable stable, including the popular Globemaster. This Globemaster is also the first Master Chronometer, meaning it has a higher level of accuracy that comes with additional certification. Meet the heirloom gift to pass down for generations.
Constellation Globemaster Co-Axial Master Chronometer watch, Price Upon Request at Boudreaux’s Jewelers
Casablanca/Audemars Piguet
A watch for the ultimate stylish timekeeper, luxury customizing powerhouse MAD Paris has created a limited run of watches with the fabulously kitschy fashion brand Casablanca. Two unisex Audemars Piguet styles (including this multi-color) equal perfect accessories to pair with any fun ‘fit for a night out.
MAD Paris customized pre-owned Audemars Piguet MAD Casablanca Royal Oak 36mm watch, $137,967, Available mid-November at Browns Fashion
Hermès
Hermès' Faubourg style watches are named after the street of the Maison's flagship store that opened in 1880 in Paris. Like the fashion house, this watch exudes sophistication and chic French style. A future heirloom anyone would be happy to receive, the sparkling sapphires are ideal for festive dressing.
Hermès 18k rose gold and sapphire “Faubourg 15.5mm” watch, $22,425 at Net-a-porter
Shinola
Ever since Shinola introduced their Runwell watch in 2013, they’ve been recognized as one of Detroit’s highest quality manufacturers of watches (and other goods). Their timekeepers are loved by watch enthusiasts and fashionistas alike for their cool looks and seamless mechanisms. This playful style showcases both and has a more accessible price tag to boot.
Shinola “SPF Detrola 43MM” watch, $395 at Fakier
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Breitling
Breitling started small in 1884 as a workshop in St. Imier, Switzerland, and has become a leading worldwide watch brand rich in heritage. A pristine example is this Superocean Heritage ’57 that pays tribute to surf culture and the original 1957 SuperOcean. This rainbow version is a limited edition of 1000 pieces.
Breitling stainless steel “Superocean Heritage ’57 Limited Edition II,” $5,025 at Barmakian
Cartier
When you think of a dream watch, the Cartier Santos is a sure thing. It comes in many variations, including diamond-embellished bezels, but you can’t beat a classic metal bracelet style. That said, the best part about this timepiece is that it’s two-in-one with an interchangeable alligator strap.
Cartier Santos Automatic 39.8mm 18-karat Pink Gold Interchangeable Alligator Watch, $35,700 at Mr. Porter
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