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If You're Not Matching Watches With Your SO, Are You Even In A Relationship?
From Piaget to Panerai, here are 6 watch combinations you and your S.O can choose from.
Couples madly in love will do anything to match colours, wedding wear and accessories. So, watch pairings are perfect for a lifetime of togetherness, doubling up as precious assets as well as beautiful pieces of jewellery, something to preserve for posterity to mark the most beautiful moment in a man or woman’s life.
Top watchmakers such as Piaget, Cartier, Jaeger LeCoultre, OMEGA and Panerai, therefore, have created masterpieces that can be ‘twinned’ on special days. Want to celebrate your love? Pick a rose-gold watch or make it a forever affair with diamonds. Here are some fabulous pieces for you to choose from for your wedding day. His and hers, circular and square, encrusted with diamonds in gold and cold, brushed steel—there are some pairings that never go out of style. We curate the best of horology crafted with precision by the world’s best watchmakers.
Watches Pairings For You And Your S.O.
Ticking together
IWC Schaffhausen Portofino Hand-Wound Tourbillon Rétrograde and Chronograph
Image Credit: IWC Schaffhausen
Image Credit: IWC Schaffhausen
The Portofino collection has a timeless and glamorous vibe that’s perfect for pairings. Pure design fundamentals of these classic models add value to both his and her collections. The Portofino Hand-Wound Tourbillon Rétrograde has three wonderful complications: The hand-wound movement with an eight-day power reserve, the flying tourbillon at 6 o’clock and the retrograde date display that stretches from 8 to 10 o’clock. The analogue-type display moves beautifully in an arc from the first of the month to the 31st, always a reminder to the wearer of the passage of time. The Portofino Chronograph with a blue dial comes with a case of 18-carat 5N gold for classic rose-gold tones achieved with 20.5% copper. Not only does this timepiece pair flawlessly with Rétrograde, it’s also the ideal choice for any special event—a romantic marriage proposal or a pre-wedding champagne night.
The golden duo
Santos and Panthère De Cartier
Image Credit: Cartier
Image Credit: Cartier
These watches have been a symbol of luxury and elegance for decades. An eternal classic that always receives an upgrade but stays true to its roots. The Santos is two-tone, crafted from stainless steel and gold with bold lines; while the Panthère is crafted from 18-carat gold and characterised by its intricate, elegant design. The Santos is a symbol of strength and power defined by its bigger dial, while the Panthère is a symbol of grace and looks more at home on a smaller wrist. Santos de Cartier is a mix of steel and yellow gold, and comes with a brown strap making it a versatile option. The ‘QuickSwitch’ interchangeability system makes it easy for anyone to change the straps as and when required. A watch that doubles as a piece of jewellery is the Panthère de Cartier. It is one of the most distinctive Cartier designs. Adorned in gold, the aesthetic is effortless.
Double delight
Panerai Luminor Marina and Luminor Due Luna
Image Credit: Panerai
Image Credit: Panerai
The timepieces are suitable for both formal and casual events, hey, even everyday wear. The Panerai Luminor Marina Specchio Blu is a modern take on classic lines, its blue sun-brushed dials with Arabic numerals and gleaming brushed steel case preserving all the characteristics which, over the years, have made it an iconic symbol of luxury sports watchmaking. The Luminor Due Luna has an eye-catching moonphase complication at 3 o’ clock and small seconds at 9 o’clock. The 24-carat gold moon set adds a touch of whimsy to the design, making it click and tick perfectly with the Marina Specchio Blu.
Preserving memories
Jaeger-LeCoultre Rendez-Vous Classic Moon and Polaris Perpetual Calendar
Image Credit: Jaeger-LeCoultre
Image Credit: Jaeger-LeCoultre
Memories of a perfect wedding will remain alive and vibrant forever if a couple has marked the momentous occasion by gifting each other Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Rendez-Vous Classic Moon and Polaris Perpetual Calendar timepieces. Round dials and moon phases make for stunning looks. The new Polaris Perpetual Calendar for him in rose-gold promises perfect precision in timekeeping. The watch comes with easily interchangeable straps—one in blue rubber and the other in black leather. Adorned with 107 diamonds, the Rendez-Vous Moon for her has all the signature codes—golden hands and floral numbers—reminiscent of the Rendez-Vous Collection.
The companions
Piaget Polo Date Watches
Image Credit: Piaget
Image Credit: Piaget
Old is gold works perfectly for Piaget watches, which come with a modern twist, designed to stand out in a crowd and make a grand impression on those who count. The sleek, daring and distinctive designs make the Piaget Polo in gold for him and her the perfect wedding day accessory, adding celebratory shine to a solemn but joyous occasion, a reminder that you just can’t beat a classic. The automatic Piaget Polo Date Watch celebrates the original designs and the legacy of this collection with its round and cushion shapes. It gets a modern update with a rose gold case and Piaget blue strap urging you to dress up or just play it casual. The Piaget Polo Date for the bride is versatile and flamboyant. The embodiment of refinement, this timepiece in rose-gold and diamonds blurs the lines between subtle and audacious, casual and exceptional.
Make waves
OMEGA Constellation and Seamaster Diver
Image Credit: Omega
Image Credit: Omega
Green is in—for nature, the environment and anything that’s important in our lives on planet Earth at this moment. So, green tones in watches are now the talk of the industry. For trendsetters, OMEGA has just the perfect combination in the green dial Constellation with diamonds for women and the Seamaster Diver for men. The 28 mm Constellation model, with a steel case and bracelet, features indexes and applied elements in an 18-carat white-gold set against a striking green matcha dial. To give the bezel an extra pop of colour, OMEGA has highlighted the engraved Roman numerals in the same pastel shade. The Seamaster Diver 300M in green is a new addition to the legendary Diver 300M family, the dial in polished green ceramic features laser-engraved waves and a date window at 6 o’clock.
Gaurav Bhatia is the CEO, Director and co founder of Art Of Time (Aetas Retail Private Limited). Bharat Kapoor is Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer at Aetas Retail Pvt Ltd.
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