Luxury watches are meant to never go out of style. Even though we now have clocks on our phones, nothing compares to the unparalleled elegance of a finely constructed watch. Purchasing a high-end watch is more than a status statement; it is a landmark object that shows a man’s character and will be passed down as an heirloom. But how can you pick the greatest luxury watches for you? How do you choose between a classic and elegant watch and something more avant-garde and cutting-edge? For a good start, We’ve compiled a list of luxury timepieces that will be seen on men’s wrists this year.
RESSENCE
This Type 3X Limited Edition Automatic 44mm Titanium and Leather Watch is the third of four models designed for Ressence’s tenth anniversary ‘X’ collection. The dial graphics for this ‘Type 3X’ watch were redesigned in conjunction with typographer Mr. Stefan Sagmeister. The upper half is filled with precisely 35.7ml of oil to provide the appearance of floating hands and indications while ensuring readability from all angles. The date ring, which is made up of 280 colored lines, changes color every day at midnight, from blue to orange – one line is always inverted to show the day of the month. The re-engineered case back may be utilized to alter the time instead of a typical crown, keeping the overall profile of this item simple and distinctive
GIRARD-PERREGAUX
This 1966 Automatic 40mm Stainless Steel and Croc-Effect Leather Watch feature a polished stainless steel casing that is slightly bent to rest nicely on your wrist and is a contemporary interpretation of historical models from the same year. Elegantly designed with thin indices and two matching hands, the glossy opaline dial ensures outstanding readability. With use, the croc-effect leather strap becomes softer.
BAUME
This 41mm PVD-Coated Stainless Steel and Cotton-Canvas Watch have teamed with Waste Free Oceans for its newest collection, which takes a sustainable approach to watchmaking to help raise awareness of the challenges facing the world. This minimalist quartz watch features a PVD-coated stainless steel body and a comfy cotton-webbing strap with cork inside. At 12 o’clock, the crown is prominently shown.
CHOPARD
This Alpine Eagle Large Automatic 41mm Lucent Steel Watch was designed by Chopard Co-President Mr. Karl-Friedrich Scheufele as a reinvention of the ‘St. Moritz’ clock, honors his love for the Alps and the golden eagle that dwells there. This 41mm automatic watch features a galvanized blue dial with a thin second hand-fashioned like a feather and a galvanized blue dial imprinted to look like the iris of a bird. The 50 percent tougher Lucent Steel A223, inspired by the strength of the mountains, is used for the case and bracelet, while the COSC-certified chronometer can be seen oscillating through the sapphire glass case back.
IWC SCHAFFHAUSEN
This 10 Years of MR PORTER Limited Edition Pilot Automatic Chronograph 41.1mm Bronze and Faux Suede Watch is the unique ‘Pilot’ chronograph version that comes in a bronze case etched with our credentials and a matching faux suede strap in a limited run of 110 pieces. It has etched subdials that evoke Côtes de Genève finishing and is driven by a caliber 69380 movement with a 46-hour power reserve.
CHOOSING THE BEST LUXURY WATCH FOR THE RIGHT OCCASION
It might be difficult to choose the correct luxury watches for the proper occasion. There are, nevertheless, a few fundamental guidelines to follow. If you’re wearing a suit, a slimmer dress watch that fits comfortably beneath your sleeve is ideal. Casual clothes, on the other hand, are ideal for wearing your sports, field, or diving watch. These have a higher profile and have more casual features like canvas or silicone straps.
Kristine Decena is a professional editor with over 10 years of experience in the publishing industry. She specializes in editing food and drink, footwear, clothing, and other lifestyle content. She has worked for such notable companies as The New York Times Company, Food Network Magazine, HarperCollins Publishers Inc., Hearst Corporation and Condé Nast International. Kristine is a graduate of Ohio University where she obtained degrees in English Literature and Journalism before embarking on her career as an editor.
