IWC Vintage Portofino Hand-Wound Watch Revives Schaffhausen Past Glories

Among the IWC Vintage Collection watches shown at this year’s SIHH exhibit, picking a favorite is not easy–all of these ticking IWC gems have their own story and legendary history.  Certainly one of the most appealing to me is the Portofino Hand-Wound watch.  Continue Reading… »

Piaget Limelight Secret Diamond Cuff Watch–Breathtaking Craftsmanship!

Piaget again demonstrates its magical ability to craft absolutely breathtaking high jewelry watches.  Debuting this year at the Salon International de Haute Hologerie (SIHH), the manufacture presented its Limelight Secret Diamond Cuff watch.  

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SIHH 2008: Cartier Roadster XL Watch Gets Luxurious Burl Wood Accents

The Cartier Roadster XL watch is now available accentuated by the rich warmth of burled walnut wood.  These models, presented in a choice of pink or white gold definitely lend a strikingly luxurious twist to the  popular Roadster collection.  While I’ve seen exotic wood used from time to time for the dials of high end watches, this is the first time I have seen it used to accent a metal bracelet.  It’s reminiscent of the fine wood paneling inside a luxury automobile, and gives the watch a unique appeal that is most distinguished.

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SIHH 2008: Piaget Limelight Paris-New York Diamond Necklace

Diamonds are a girl’s best friend, but it looks like they could also be Piaget’s best friend as well. At SIHH, Piaget unveiled this Limelight diamond necklace, cascading with diamonds from every millimeter of its 18 carat white gold setting. There are 632 brilliant cut diamonds totaling approximately 25.08 carats and 43 pear cut diamonds of approximately 7.8 carats to astonish every set of eyes that come upon it. The necklace is part of Piaget’s Limelight Paris-New York collection which highlights the contrast of both fashionable cities, as well as offering couture styled pieces that are incredibly breathtaking as well as supremely crafted and finished. Cheers to Piaget for designing this marvelous necklace that not only celebrates two of the world’s most unique cities, but also honors women with pieces that will beautifully adorn their décolletages.