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Just this year the Crown revitalized its dress watch offerings with a subtle and sleek model: the Perpetual 1908. Rolex is arguably the most instantly recognizable name in watches, from collectors and enthusiasts to the general public. Add in the bonus of a highly detailed and well-decorated movement, and you have the ultimate quiet luxury timepiece. As the name suggests, this classic design combines time-tested proportions and materials resulting in a model that represents the archetypal dress watch. Models like the Classic Micro-Rotor prove that independent watchmakers don’t need attention-grabbing designs or over-the-top complications to prove their watchmaking expertise. While Laurent Ferrier is a younger brand, it still embraces a traditional aesthetic and timeless approach to watchmaking. The design of the L.U.C 1860 is the perfect balance of contemporary and timeless with the combination of its hand-guilloche salmon dial, stainless steel construction, and vintage calf leather strap. Here, the brand retains the core principles of the quiet luxury trend with some extra finesse. For those looking for something with a bit more interest yet still, without overly flashy branding or loud aesthetics, enter Chopard’s L.U.C 1860. Bulgari opts for a contemporary titanium construction as opposed to precious metals, which enhances the model’s sporty flair, However, the luxury element comes in the technical prowess of its razor-thin profile and impressive in-house movement that gave it the title thinnest automatic watch back in 2017.įor some, the quiet luxury style may be a bit too reserved, a bit too pared down. While the highly angular octagonal design is instantly recognizable, a stripped-down simplicity is at its core thanks to its monochromatic color palette and no-frills dial. Flip the watch over, and you’ll find it steeped in luxury with an open-worked caseback that reveals an elevated oscillating weight in 22-karat gold to complement the gold case construction.īulgari takes a thoroughly modern approach to quiet luxury with its Octo Finissimo line. This era delivered the quintessential dress watch we know today, and the Patrimony has all the hallmarks with its classic round case and clean dial layout. While the Patrimony is a relatively young collection for a company with such rich history as Vacheron Constantin, its roots trace back to the brand’s minimalist dress watches of the 1950s. Like the Calatrava, the Tonda PF Minute Rattrapante is also rendered in precious metals and equipped with Parmigiani’s own in-house movement. Here, the brand puts a unique twist on the rattrapante using overlapping hands, only revealed when the complication is engaged. The Tonda PF Minute Rattrapante epitomizes Parmigiani’s approach, offering a world-first complication while maintaining the sleek and sophisticated appearance of a time-only watch. It’s a brand for the purest collectors and enthusiasts who are in the know.

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When it comes to quiet luxury, Parmigiani Fleurier is the full embodiment. The modern iteration of the Calatrava is offered in an array of precious metals, from gold to platinum, complete with leather straps and Patek Philippe’s in-house mechanical movements. With the subtle Patek Philippe name at twelve o’clock on the dial, you also know quality is at its core. With its clean lines and simplicity, its design draws from the Bauhaus movement that emphasizes minimalism. Go on, up your standards with the Watchmaker’s favorite casual watch.Is there any watch more elegant or timeless than the Patek Philippe Calatrava? When you think of a classic round wristwatch, the Calatrava is likely what you picture. Easily interchangeable straps are an added bonus, allowing you to switch things up whenever you like. Like all Timex watch collections, the Timex Standard incorporates durable materials such as woven fabric, natural leather, and stainless-steel. The result? A casual, everyday accessory that’s elegant enough to add the finishing touch to your dressiest ensemble. That’s because it’s designed with versatility in mind, creating a timeless look that brings together classic elements and modern materials. Where some watches will limit you to a time and place, the Timex Standard is designed to be a go-to watch for any occasion. It sticks to a classic silhouette and simple dial to produce a stylish model that can be worn almost anywhere-no matter what kind of engagements you have on the itinerary. As the name suggests, the Timex Standard is a simple watch design that shines as one of our most refined everyday timepieces.

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