Zenith Defy Classic
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Steel, Stainless Steel
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Vintage 1980s Modernist Cocktail Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown Modernist Dangle Earrings
20th Century Wrist Watches
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Belgian Contemporary Fashion Rings
18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Titanium
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Steel
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Contemporary Brooches
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Titanium
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Titanium
2010s Wrist Watches
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
Titanium
Finding the Right wrist-watches for You
Antique, new and vintage wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.
Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.
Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.
Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.
In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.
Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.
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