There’s nothing more classic and appealing than a simple dress watch.
Though to be fair, when we say ‘simple’, we mean ‘uncomplicated’ — not unattractive! The 20th century saw a plethora of such watches hit the market. Generally available on leather straps and featuring two or three hands, these reliable wristwatches kept time during the classiest decades of the past 100 years. However, some were more innovative than others.
Take this exquisite piece from Piaget, specialists in ultra-thin watchmaking: it’s as much akin to a piece of jewelry as it is to a more traditional wristwatch.
Housed in a 25mm yellow gold, bark-finished case with a fantastic integrated bracelet, this Piaget Emperador features a champagne dial with a subtle, matching 'bark' finish. The case and bracelet flow directly and imperceptibly from one to the other such that it’s hard to precisely identify where one begins and the other ends. The finish on this bracelet and case is unlike anything you’re likely to see on the modern market, and represents the intersection of high jewelry and the watchmaking acumen of one of the foremost experts on ultra-thin movement manufacturing.
Powered by a quartz movement, this piece calls back to a certain styling and period of opulence that saw the likes of Andy Warhol, Jackie Onassis and Elvis Presley wearing Piaget.
With its eye-catching design, captivating dial, and incredible bracelet, this is a standout timepiece appropriate for virtually any wrist. What's more we have recently seen a deserved surge in interest for these avant-garde designs.
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