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Ritzy Wrists
Published: Volume 16, Issue 7, July, 2008

Time is precious. This season, it’s also ultra-stylish. Verve helps you update your style statement by spotlighting the latest objects of desire from the recent watch fairs at Basel and Geneva. Take your pick from haute, classic and casual

Audemars Piguet treats its Lady Royal Oak and Ladies’ Royal Oak Offshore to the beauty of pink gold. Often used in ancient times to sheathe pyramids and obelisks, gold was considered the flesh of the gods, symbolising radiance and fertility. Its rubber-moulded bezel and pushers echo the white rubber strap, while the magnificent dial is graced with a Méga Tapisserie guilloché engraved motif against a white mother-of-pearl background. From the sportiest to the smartest, now these works of art come clothed in warm, gentle shades, magnifying every moment and each occasion. Simply described as a share of happiness, glowing softly on a woman’s wrist.

Van Cleef & Arpels’ Folie des Prés is just one from its range of high jewellery watches. This particular design celebrates the spirit of spring with diamonds encrusted in flower motifs. The bracelet in white gold is set in diamonds and pink and purple, or blue sapphires based on the model. The case in 18 carat white gold also varies with round diamonds and sapphires based on the design. This is for the woman who wears more than just her heart on her sleeve.

Breguet’s Reine de Naples Cammea is a confluence of aesthetics and grandeur. The egg shaped dial in 18 carat white gold is offset by a bezel of 40 diamonds that slink around the dial like a necklace. The flower motif set in the dial, is hand made and carved out of natural seashell. The matchless charm though lies in the chocolate coloured alligator strap that comes with a folding clasp set with 26 diamonds. Now you can have opulence in the palm of your hand.

Inspired by the elegant lines of the Kalpa, the Pershing collection came up with a highly sporty interpretation, suited to the aquatic world of the Italian boat builder Pershing. A new facet of the Parmigiani Fleurier style, the Pershing collection offers chronograph models and future developments incorporating mechanical complicated movements. Each design, contour and pattern, offers its owner the assurance of possessing an uncommon timekeeper crafted to their wishes.

Santos Triple 100 is a visionary timepiece from Cartier that combines a rotating dial mechanism with a skeleton movement for the very first time; with a simple turn of the winding crown, a spectacular display of a hidden face unfurls. A work of art entirely set with precious stones, this numbered edition limited to 20 watches brings time to life in images, furnishing it with a magical and hypnotic hue. A true illustration of watch-making innovation and excellence!

It is no easy task to transfer to a wristwatch the powerful emotions which a Ferrari arouses. The best materials as well as manic attention to detail merge into perfection to bring you a classic Ferrari wrist piece. In black leather with contrasting inner lining in yellow cayman with a little yellow stitching, adjustable personalized buckle and brushed steel it’s all put together to give you a unique combination of power with elegance. A class apart.

Sharp and timeless, the Salvatore collection with its round case is a tribute to the unique platform created by Salvatore Ferragamo in the 30s. With refined details that pay homage to the brand’s exquisite craftsmanship, this Ferragamo watch has a classic stainless steel bracelet and silver dial with the engraved logo.

The Ferrari Chrono Monopulsante 8 Days GMT is a model dedicated to those who love practical functionality. The vintage design strongly inspired by Ferrari models of the past are a clear reflection of the spirit of the brand. The red hands indicate that it belongs to a series associated with road cars, as does the grey crocodile strap with cayman lining in the characteristic Ferrari red. A complete watch, also known as the Ingrid because the film director Roberto Rossellini gave one to his wife, the famous actress Ingrid Bergman.

Sleek and slim. CK’s Fractal is designed for the young city working woman. The inspiration for this piece comes from a very architectural and graphic background. This one helps you sport a casual yet sophisticated look. Polished hands with white luminova show the hours, minutes and seconds. Water-resistant and available in various sizes this watch is suited for all occasions.

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