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 for the past 100 years. However, some were more innovative than others.
Take this exquisite piece from Piaget, specialists in ultra-thin watchmaking — seamlessly machined such that there’s no perceivable break from watch head to bracelet, it’s as much akin to a piece of jewelry as it is to a more traditional wristwatch.
Housed in a 24mm 18K yellow gold case with a fantastic, integrated 'bamboo' yellow gold bracelet with a signed clasp and bark finish throughout, this Emperador features a sunburst champagne dial with a matching black 'pencil’ handset, a sapphire crystal, a back-wind crown and an entirely 1980s-appropriate quartz movement within.
The most striking quality about this timepiece is its heft. Most watches with integrated bracelets from this period feature a similar attention-to-detail in regard to finish and design, even down to the bracelet. This piece however features a substantial bracelet — much thicker, wider and bolder than other bracelets seen on its peers. It honestly, catches you off guard; and that's a good thing.
Imagine the looks of curiosity — and envy — that you’ll stir up when rocking this bold Piaget at a cocktail party or during Sunday brunch.
With its eye-catching design, and awesome bracelet finish, this is not only a standout piece ... it's a statement piece.