Tag: Fashion



8 Dec 09

In 1911, Louis Cartier made the first men’s wristwatch. Prior to that, only women had been afforded the luxury of these elegant timepieces. While many watch makers have turned their attention strictly to men’s watches, Movado recognizes tradition, and proudly presents their collection of women’s watches. Founded in 1881 in Switzerland, Movado has created some of the most famous timepieces in history, and continues to offer the pinnacle of quality in watches to clients across the world.

Movado offers watches in a wide range of women’s styles. It’s a time-honored trend to remove all numerals from a watch’s dial, which gives an air of sophisticated simplicity. A beautiful example of this is the women’s Juro by Movado which has a round silver-tone stainless steel case capped by a coordinating bezel and highly scratch-resistant sapphire crystal.

Many of Movado’s models are characterized by the Museum dial; a round, black dial absent of index markers and featuring the signature Movado dot at 12:00. An excellent example is the classic Movado Women’s Swiss Quartz Watch; it features a two-toned, silver and gold bracelet, and a hidden clasp to guarantee style. A highly regarded timepiece, this watch has been a consumer favorite since it was released.

The Women’s Buleto Watch features a polished stainless steel bracelet comprised of removable circular links to adapt to wrist size. The black museum dial features the Movado dot at 12:00, and has silver-tone hour and minute hands. The Women’s Vivo Diamond Accent Watch has an elegant silver-tone stainless steel semi-bangle bracelet that complements the lovely white mother-of-pearl dial. The silver-tone stainless steel case is covered by a sapphire crystal and features diamond accented lugs.

Much like the men’s model, the Women’s Elliptica Two-Tone Watch is one of Movado’s most luxurious models. Gold-tone Arabic numerals appear horizontally set on the opaque black dial. A stainless steel case is surrounded by a stylish bracelet comprised of stainless steel and 18 karat gold. A slightly different option is the Women’s Elliptica Alligator Strap Watch, also a desirable timepiece. Its rectangular black dial displays Arabic numerals at all hour positions and is equipped with silver-tone hour and minute hands. An elegant, genuine alligator strap with a black finish secures this impeccable timepiece to your wrist.

Just as remarkable a watch, the Women’s Trembrili watch is a brand new Movado timepiece with a striking mother-of-pearl dial and a bezel adorned with two rows of shimmering white diamonds. Perhaps the most elegant of Movado’s women’s collection, the Diamond Esperanza is a piece of pure Swiss craftsmanship. Its white mother-of-pearl dial is surrounded by a bezel with 20 round diamonds with a total weight of approximately 0.80 carats.

Many women prefer a watch that is delicate but still capable of complementing many different styles. Movado had them in mind precisely when they created the Kara Diamond Stainless Steel Watch, a timepiece of strong presence and understated beauty. This fetching watch possesses a round silver-tone stainless steel case adorned with six diamonds divided between the north and south ends. The dial of the Kara can be purchased in either pink or black, both with silver-tone hour and minute hands. Additionally, the Kara has an eye-catching solid stainless steel semi-bangle bracelet.

With a modern, yet still remarkably feminine design, the Women’s Metio Diamond Bezel Watch is sure to draw attention no matter what the occasion. The stainless steel case houses a bezel complete with 36 majestic white diamonds. The Metio comes with Movado’s timeless black museum dial, as well as a combination brushed and polished stainless steel bracelet. Another piece with a uniquely modern design that absolutely oozes with style is the Women’s Timema Stainless Steel Watch. An exquisitely shaped, stainless steel case is bound by a stainless steel bracelet with intricately brushed and polished links. A highly scratch-resistance sapphire crystal beautifully covers the white mother-of-pearl dial.

The Movado Women’s 800 Series is a watch that can stand up to an active, sporty lifestyle. The 800 Series’ stainless steel case has been ionic plated in black for a sleek, athletic look. The durable black rubber strap allows for adjustable comfort during hard workouts and the ability to wear the 800 in the pool with ease. With a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, this watch is water resistance rated at an astonishing 200 meters.

Movado’s collections of women’s watches are as diverse as they are well-crafted. With watches suited for nearly any event to watches that could go with any dress, it would be difficult not to find a Movado that fits your style. Whether it’s a diamond-studded bezel that you’re interested in, or if you’re searching for a gator skin bracelet, you know you will have made a wise purchase when you count on the traditional Swiss craftsmanship of Movado.







1 Dec 09

Men love their wristwatches. Aside from jewelry, there are few accessories that most men would consider wearing beyond their favorite watch. A man’s watch can tell you a lot about him. It can offer a window into his personal interests, his profession, or even his sense of style. Some men have two watches; one casual and one formal. However, many men prefer to have a watch with versatility; one that can be worn doing yard work just as easily as at a wedding. This helpful overview highlights several timepieces that meet these criteria.

Stuhrling Original produced an instant classic when they released the Zeppelin Skeleton watch. The surgical grade 316L stainless steel case comes in a rich black finish with silver-tone accents, and is inspired by the grand luxury airships of old. This stylish watch also features an exhibition case back, allowing the user a view into the intricate workings of the Caliber ST-90089 movement.

For the man who wants a fine timepiece that can also be worn in a marine setting, Bulova offers Men’s Marine Star BVA stainless steel watch. The Marine Star BVA has a finely crafted, round silver-tone stainless steel case fit with an exhibition case back for viewing the incredible Japanese Miyota automatic movement. An “open heart window” on the beautifully textured blue dial displays the Miyota movement. Water resistant to 100 meters, a classic stainless steel bracelet secures this fantastic piece securely to your wrist.

Croton brings us yet another timepiece suited for the deep sea or the board room with the Men’s Green Vortex Diver Watch. Available in blue, green, pineapple, or red, all Green Vortexes are detailed with stunning color and a green-tinted mineral coated sapphire crystal. Water resistant to 200 meters, the Green Vortex is a must have in any diver’s ensemble!

Everything about the Rotary Men’s Mecanique Limited Edition watch speaks to its style and quality, right down to its luxurious wooden case. A brushed finish stainless steel case, in your choice of silver-tone or gold-tone, houses the famed Swiss ETA 17-Jewel mechanical movement. As with the previous two models, the Mecanique Limited Edition features an exhibition case back for a beautiful view of the Swiss movement. Stylishly engraved with the words “Limited Edition” on the back, Rotary only made 700 of these magnificent pieces.

Invicta’s Reserve Subaqua Venom Men’s Watch is truly an amazing sight to behold. The Venom’s signature 316L stainless steel case is adorned in gorgeous 18K gold-plating. A unidirectional rotating bezel has Arabic numerals at 10 second intervals, as well as scalloped edges where screw accents are located. The Venom’s bi-level dial comes in your choice of blue sunray or black matte, and has a very nautical aesthetic. A 1/10 second counter sits next to 2:00 while a second counter rests atop 6:00 and a minute counter is observed near 10:00. A durable polyurethane strap keeps this exciting watch firmly gripped to your wrist.

For the man who is not afraid to wear diamonds, Renato Men’s Wilde-Beast Diamond Watch is a classy and stunningly unique timepiece. Sturdy 316L stainless steel plated with 18K rose gold constructs the marvelous five-piece case drenched in approximately 3.44ct of diamonds spread over the bezel, case, and lugs. A chronograph complication allows you to accurately time events and gives additional functionality to an already majestic platform. The round chocolate brown dial, fashioned with a unique carbon fiber, displays a date window at 4:00, rose-tone Arabic numerals at 8:00 and 12:00, and rose-tone luminous index markers at all remaining hour positions. Rose-tone sub-dials are located near 2:00, 6:00, and 10:00 with the Renato logo beneath 12:00. Also water resistant to 300 meters, a tapered, rose gold-plated stainless steel bracelet completes the Wilde-Beast from Renato.

Another stylish watch with “animalistic” quality is the Renato T-Rex Special Edition Watch. The T-Rex features a black ionic-plated 316L stainless steel case, a scratch resistant sapphire crystal, and an exhibition case back that proudly displays the highly regarded Swiss ETA 2824 automatic movement. The round black dial features a gemstone accented numeral at 9:00, metallic luminous hands, and an “open heart” window into the inner workings of this dinosaur. Available in either green or rose-tone, the green choice has green topaz accents on the numeral at 9:00, a green logo at 12:00, green index markers, and green hands. The rose-tone choice has white diamond accents on the numeral at 9:00, a rose-tone logo at 12:00, rose-tone index markers, and rose-tone hands.

Men’s watches have experienced a renaissance over the past decade. Once strictly dedicated to either simple functionality or exorbitant luxury, watchmakers around the world have begun to provide well-crafted timepieces that can fill both of these niches simultaneously. Hopefully you will find your new timepiece today!







22 Nov 09

If you are interested in finding a luxurious watch, then the Internet is indeed a good place to start searching. Reputable companies have started to offer their services online, selling some of the most famous and unique timepieces for enthusiastic buyers. Complicated mechanical watches are their favorite and it’s impossible not to be attracted by the array of names presented in front of your eyes, including Audemars Piguet, Patek Philippe, Breguet and many others. Quality and exceptional customer service come together to serve you with everything you need. You can always contact these specialists and request a special timepiece, or enjoy their service when you intend to sell a watch.Audemars Piguet is definitely one of the most reputed names of the watch industry. A trademark of quality, this brand offers only the best and is impressive through every detail. Genuine Audemars Piguet watches can now be found online, including the Royal Oak Offshore Team Alinghi Chronograph Pink gold watch. What is so special about this watch? Everything. You have the case material and the buckle made from 18 kt pink gold, automatic movements and sapphire glass. Never worn, this authentic wristwatch is waterproof (100 m), has Arabic dial numerals and impresses with the following complications: chronograph and minute register. You will certainly be pleased with the luminescent hands and screw-down crown. The Audemars Piguet watch has engraved a special inscription of the Royal Oak Offshore Alinghi team. Inquire, compare and order. It’s that simple.Under the same brand you can find another interesting model, the Audemars Piguet Rubens Barrichello timepiece. Titanium case, stick markers as dial numbers and leather bracelet represent three of the many great features of this genuine wristwatch. You can view photos online and read more information, depending on the timepieces you are interested in. And if you are looking for authentic timepieces, then you can always count on Officine Panerai to measure up to your expectations. The Luminor Marina watch, part of this collection, has a case made from PVD and manual movements. The buckle material is stainless steel, the watch being waterproof for 300 m. Produced in a limited edition, the Officine Panerai Luminor Marina is perfect for those who have a passion for diving. Each watch is accompanied by a box and a warranty card. With this watch, you will certainly enjoy the glass made from sapphire, the black dial and the luminous Arabic numerals. The shock absorber is a particular quality.It’s not hard to recognize a genuine watch when you see one. With the Patek Philippe watches advertised online, you get timepieces made from 18 kt white gold, with perpetual calendar chronograph and silver dial. The bracelet on these watches is crocodile skin and among complications we have to mention the moonphase feature. Breguet comes out strong, with a unique, limited-edition watch made for the 250th anniversary. Yellow gold case material, roman numerals and bracelet made from crocodile skin. It’s impossible not to like it, especially when you notice the Breguet medallion (1747-1997).







20 Nov 09

Today, watch is not just an instrument for looking at time but has become more of a fashion style. Visit any shopping center you’ll be astonished to see the exclusive variety of designer man watches ranging from dressy wristwatch to casual wristwatch for guys to specially made sports watch and luxury man watches. Luxury men watch category encompasses gold watch and diamond watch etc. Other category includes fossil watch. You can figure out a man’s personality looking at his shoes and watch. Watches act as a reflex ion of a person’s attitude.Dress your wrist according to your mood! These watch collections are sorted by brand, so it is pretty much easier to compare prices and styles for popular lines of man watch wrist, Designer Wrist Watch , lady watch wrist….including Fossil, Guess, Timex and Citizens. Something will surely suit your fancy–or make a perfect gift.A mens designer watch is just another accessory that has become very popular since the past decade. The function of mens designer watches has moved on from showing just time and has expanded to include innovative features from stopwatches to displaying date, calendar and much more. The craving to look and feel good has inspired men and women to own well designed watches.For luxury and fashion timepieces, browse through Forzieri’s broad mens watch selection. Forzieri offers elegant styles adorned by Swarovski crystals on the bezel, dial or bracelet, to the latest trendy models from name brands such as Locman, Lancaster, Versace, Roberto Cavalli and Raymond Weil. For more demanding Forzieri carries a variety of precious diamond luxury watches with stainless steel or 18K gold cases. Further a large assortment of man watches with quartz, dual time and automatic movements.Designer watches make an excellent gift for a wide variety of occasions. One of the reasons is that other than a wedding ring, a timepiece is one of the few pieces of jewelry that a man will actually wear on a regular basis, because it’s not only an adornment, it’s a practical tool as well. Fortunately, there is a virtually endless and even mind-boggling variety of designer watches from which to choose.Dynamic pricingWhen you create your watch in the Design Studio, the price is displayed for you in real time, depending on the components and options you select. In this way, you constantly have control over the design process for the watch – and complete price transparency.The same transparency also applies to the charges when you order a watch. You will receive an overview of sales tax and possible customs duties even at the purchasing phase.Brands are indicative of richness and royalty like the name Rolex itself speaks of its high price and fabulous quality. In the catalog of class watches we have Titan, Timex, Seiko, Swiss, Gucci and Omega etc. Watches differ in terms of intricate features like calculator, digital cameras, scratch resistance, waterproof, data indicators and chronometers. Digital watches are in vogue.For over a century, Rotary Watches have specialised in designing affordably stylish timepieces. The latest collection of stunning watch designs from Rotary is no exception, carefully blending the ‘old with the new’ and the ‘contemporary with the classic’, to achieve a distinctive range of watches for the modern man and woman.







9 Oct 09

Wrist watches are a fashion statement for men and go along with the look they choose for themselves. They reflect their personality and show their taste in fashion accessories. The problem is that there are too many wrist watches in the markets and it’s very hard to choose the one that would both serve the purpose of telling time and make a fashion statement at the same time.

 

The most obvious question while buying a wrist watch would be to first identify the purpose of purchasing the wrist watch. Whether it is to serve as just an occasional fashion accessory that one might wear in parties or is it going to be for casual every day use. There are also watches for some specific purpose for example diving, running and other sports. Some wrist watches feature GPS systems which are useful on journeys in seeking directions to locations.

 

If one dresses to impress, then buying a plain gold or silver watch would be perfect. They increase the pride and esteem of the individual and make them appealing to others. If one wants to buy watches for parties and special occasions then full gold watches would be perfect as they catch the eye of almost everyone and are bound to keep your wrists the centre of attraction.

 

Another category of watches are designer watches which are especially for those who want to make a fashion statement by wearing the latest and the most fashionable items on the market. Although they get old very quickly because fashion never stays for long but to those who prefer fashion over everything then such watches are probably the best.

 

For those who possess a more athletic personality rather than an executive personality then sports watches might be the best for such people. They offer different features which are useful to athletes such as stopwatch, temperature sensors and air pressure sensors. They also feature unique design which suits the needs of the athletes. Diving watches also provide unique features like depth meter and pressure sensor which are useful for underwater diving.

 

These days, new watches are available which include a mobile phone or a GPS device or other such gadgets. These watches are especially useful for those who want to be “in” on the latest in the tech world. These watches not only have impressive features like camera or walkman feature but they also have stylish looks which make them the more interesting and impressive.

 

For females, there are watches in the shape of bracelets which make them a piece of jewellery as well as fulfilling the need for a watch. There are some watches available in the markets which have diamonds attached in the dials or the straps which are an ideal for women bent on impressing their friends on the basis of fashion. Although they are incredibly expensive but for those who want style at any cost these are the best among the lot.

 

In the end it must be said that watches suit one’s personality and preference. Some people like expensive and stylish watches while other want them only for utility therefore there is no general rule as to which watch is the best for all. However one should always buy the thing which satisfies one’s needs whatever they may be.







8 Oct 09

While we look at wrist watches as a very commonplace accessory now, people usually do not know why it is that we wear the watch, or are supposed to wear it on the left hand. The reason for this can be traced by looking at the history of the wristwatch.

 

After the mainspring was invented in the 15th century, wrist watches were invented as it was not possible to make these before the invention of the mainspring. Patek Philippe in 1868 invented a portable watch that was intended to be a lady’s bracelet watch. It was thought of as jewellery and was thus “unmanly,” so males did not wear them.

 

However, in 1904 Cartier was asked by an aviator friend to make a watch that could be used during flights. He invented the Santos wristwatch which was the first wristwatch made for men, and was designed to be practical in use. These became very popular during World War I as officers could use them easily, unlike a pocket watch which was inconvenient.

 

Since watches were designed to be practical implements to be used while men were working, it made sense to design them to be worn on the left hand, as most people are right handed, so that it would be easy to both hold a weapon and look at the time at the same time.

 

Furthermore, since early wristwatches had to be wound, they were worn on the left hand with the winding knob facing outwards so that the person wearing it could easily wind it up using their right hand, and not have to face the inconvenience of having to use the wrong hand to wind it up.

 

Another reason for wearing wristwatches on the left hand is that the watch does not get damaged easily. Since we use our right hand for most actions, if we wore our watches on the right hand we would inevitably end up banging it into things a lot and thus breaking it sooner.

 

Finally, it is possible that the arm the watch was made for was based simply on the whim of the first inventors of the wristwatch.

 

Regardless of the reason, people nowadays wear the watch on whatever hand seems more convenient to them.  Professionals such as construction workers, doctors’ etc wear watches on left hand, while many other people choose to wear the watch on the right hand. Of course, left-handed people now wear watches on the right hand since it is more convenient for them.

 

Since, there is now “right” arm to wear the watch on; they are now made so that they can be worn on either warm. Modern wristwatches do not need to be wound, thus making it possible to wear them on whichever arm is more convenient for the owner of the watch, regardless of what history may have to say on the topic.