Rolex Datejust Royal Black

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Posted by admin | Posted in Rolex Watches, watch | Posted on 08-02-2010

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Rolex has become to be synonymous to elegance and exquisite design, being labeled as a luxury brand of watches with an impressive tradition in the world of watch manufacturing. Established 105 years ago, Rolex still maintains high its standards of watch manufacturing, the timepieces created being regarded as statements of technical performance and sophisticated design. Owning a Rolex gives you confidence and definitely assures your social status in whatever gathering you may find yourself in, as this is not just a watch making brand, but a chapter in the history and long lasting tradition of watch manufacturing.

Rolex has introduced years ago a successful collection bearing the name of Rolex Datejust, and ever since 1945, the start model of that collection was redesigned and reequipped into becoming what we refer to today as the new Rolex Datejust Royal Black Watch. This new version embraces a refined look, given the fact that it uses diamond adornments to recreate a brilliant and classy appearance.

        The new Rolex Datejust Royal Black Watch features a 36 mm in diameter case made of 18 k white gold. The size of the case was chosen to fit a feminine design, especially made for those sophisticated women that like wearing on their wrists combinations between watches and elegant accessories of jewelry. As for a woman fashion and trends are everything, it was normal that Rolex would approach an extremely modern design, recurring to diamond or black sapphires. The design was thought as to cover various tastes, and so there are two versions of the new Rolex Datejust Royal Black Watch: one featuring 60 diamonds on the bezel contrasting a black and diamonds paved dial, while the other featuring 60 black sapphires on its bezel. These two versions are available on a black rubber leather strap and gluchant strap, adorned with precious stones.

        Even though the designers from Rolex have aimed at recreating the fanciest design possible, one of the strong points of this nicely looking Rolex Datejust Royal Black Watch is represented by its technical performance. The mechanism equipping this watch was C.O.S.C certified and goes by the name of Rolex 3135 Calibre, being a self-winding movement able to offer 50 hours of power reserve, along with 100 meters water resistance. Apart from the traditional functions of hour, minute and second, this watch also provides a date window located at 3 o’clock. Although no technical aspects were neglected in the manufacturing of this watch, I’m sure that many women would find its 100 meters water resistance function almost irrelevant, as no lady would put this exquisite timepiece in the water.

        Regardless your chosen version, either the one featuring diamonds or the one with black sapphires, I can assure you that Rolex Datejust Royal Black Watch doesn’t come cheap at all.

Cimier Petite Seconde Venom

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Posted by admin | Posted in Corum watches, watch | Posted on 08-02-2010

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A delight to the eyes, the new Petite Seconde Venom by Cimier has made quite a sensation in 2009, the year of its release, and has remained even now one of the piece de resistance of the Cimier’s Collections of watches. This watch was produced in a limited edition versions, being dedicated to the Cimier’s ambassador, Jorg Stiel, a Swiss football goalkeeper considered a legend. The launch of this timepiece was meant to celebrate both the rename of this football player, and also, his association with the brand of Cimier, and so the limited number of pieces is well-justified.

        The new Cimier Petite Seconde Venom watch is extremely elegant and it embraces a design aiming at keeping things simple, yet modern. The watch has a case which measures 43 mm in diameter, being made of PVD coated steel for a more contemporary black look. The case uses on some areas brushed and polished surfaces to capture an elegant light, providing the watch with the necessary brightness.

        The finesse of the new Cimier Petite Seconde Venom watch is given not only by its case, but also by its dial. The simple dial comes on black and features the traditional functions of telling the time and also a sub-dial located at 10 o’clock. The dial is also equipped with some Arabic numerals for the most important positions, so the hours 12, 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10 are covered. Like most of the watches presented by Cimier in this Novelties Collection 2009, the crown of the watch can be found at 4 o’clock.

        The watch was designed to perform its technical functions at the highest level of performance, so we can assure you that its mechanism is completely accurate and reliable. The movement is a hand-wound mechanical movement and goes by the name of ETA/Unitas 6497 Calibre, being able to support the main functions of the watch and also to offer a power resistance of 50 meter deep. The movement is visible through the case back, so the curious can admire the inner working of the new Cimier Petite Seconde Venom watch without any problems. Along with its ability to provide 50 meters of water resistance, this movement is also capable of providing 56 hours of power reserve. Most timepieces presented by Cimier are equipped with shock absorption systems and also, the sapphire crystal covering the tops and backs of the cases are all scratch resistant.

        The impressive Cimier Petite Seconde Venom watch has a strap matching both the reputation of its ambassador and also the resonant name of its brand and it’s made of python leather. The yellow python strap matches perfectly the yellow hands indicating the hours and minutes and also, the over all aspect of the watch.

        The simple and contemporary design of the new Cimier Petite Seconde Venom watch makes of it definitely a keeper for your watch collection and remember that you’re not just buying an ordinary timekeeping instrument, you’re buying a piece of history as well.

Ulysse Nardin to Unveil Bold El Toro Watch

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Posted by admin | Posted in Ulysse Nardin watches, watch | Posted on 06-02-2010

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Next month, at Baselworld 2010, the famous horological company Ulysse Nardin will surprise the world of watchmaking by its novel product, called El Toro. Manufactured in harmony with the brand’s noblest traditions, the watch represents a perfect union of the Moonstruck case and the renowned perpetual calendar movement.

Noble, masculine and daring in all its inventiveness, the new Ulysse Nardin watch is characterized by several distinctive features. Equipped with an extraordinary fast-action time-zone system, the watch also offers a permanent display of the original time, forward and backward adjustment of all the date indicators, as well as the synchronized adjustment of these functions with help of the hour hand.

The El Toro watch has been launched as a limited series of 500 pieces.

Inside the novel Ulysse Nardin watch there beats a self-winding COSC-certified chronometer movement – UN-32 calibre. Embellished with 34 jewels, it incorporates a white gold rotor and boasts a 45-hour power reserve.

The sophisticated movement provides the following functions: hours, minutes, seconds, second time zone, perpetual calendar, oversized date, day, month and year.

All the technical elements of the watch are enclosed in a 43 mm case, crafted either from 18K red gold or platinum. It is distinguished by ceramic push-pieces and bezel. The case is fitted with anti-glare sapphire crystals both on the dial side and the case-back. The watch demonstrates a black dial, outfitted with skeleton hands.

The Ulysse Nardin El Toro watch is accompanied either by a rubber or leather strap, fitted with a titanium or ceramic folding clasp. Alternatively, it can be presented on a crocodile strap with a red gold or platinum folding clasp. The watch, boasts 100-meter water-resistant.

Clipper 44 mm Mechanical Chronograph from Hermes

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Posted by admin | Posted in fashion watches, watch | Posted on 06-02-2010

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This year, the renowned watchmaker Hermes is pleased to unveil a new interpretation of its legendary Clipper watch.

The new Clipper 44 mm Mechanical Chronograph watch features a 44 mm case, sculptured in steel and titanium. For its brilliant performance and lightness, titanium is highly appreciated in the world of sailing. Both front and backsides of the watch case are fitted with glareproofed sapphire crystals. Hermes’ novel brainchild boasts 200-meter water-resistance.

Although designed for action, this new Hermes watch is also extremely elegant. Reminiscent of the famous sailboat’s porthole, Clipper 44 mm Mechanical Chronograph will appeal to those in search for a special timekeeping companion.

The chronograph watch is powered by a reliable self-winding chronograph movement - Valjoux 7750 calibre. It provides a 46-hour power reserve. This mechanism serves to animate the following functions: hours, minutes, seconds, date, as well as that of chronograph.

The dial of the Clipper watch is featured in three versions: anthracite, palladium or copper brown. It reveals hour, minute and small seconds sub-dials, positioned at 6, 12 and 9 o’clock correspondingly. The date is viewable through an exhibition window, placed at 3 o’clock.

The Hermes Clipper 44 mm Mechanical Chronograph watch is affixed to a black, orange or brown rubber strap. Alternatively, the watch,  can be mounted on a steel and titanium bracelet.

Panerai Radiomir PAM 00210

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Posted by admin | Posted in Panerai watches, watch | Posted on 06-02-2010

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Officine Panerai excels at creating impressive wrist watches that have no fear of time passing by because of their timeless designs. The famous model Radomir is definitely a landmark piece of the Officine Panerai brand, the model being introduced for the first time in 1938. The model was designed back then to face extreme conditions related to both diving and night visibility, and its design was extremely masculine, with a case measuring 47 mm in diameter. Over the years, this model has been refined into what we refer today as the new Radomir PAM 00210 Watch, a watch with considerable reduced size and more progressive technical performance.

        The case of the new Radomir Watch measures 45 mm in diameter and approaches the same classic look, with its roundly-shaped figure and the simple design features of its dial. The case is crafted from polished steel or 18 karats pink gold, each version matching its bezel, made as well from the same materials, either brushed stainless steel or pink gold. The crown is located traditionally on the lateral side of the case at three o’clock, the designers choosing to maintain the original design of the Panerai watch, without equipping it with the patented protecting system for the crown.

        The model Radomir Pam 00210 has a very discreet dial, the only functions it displays are the minute and hour functions. The detailing from the watch is luminescent coated to provide the best legibility at night, or in dark spaces when diving.

        The true star-element at the new Radomir PAM 00210 is its technical movement, which although it provides only the traditional functions of hours and minutes, it is highly accurate and very reliable in terms of its resistance. The Panerai OP x Calibre equipping this timepiece guarantees a power reserve of 56 hours, along with 100 meters water resistance. The case is constructed as to offer the best protection of the movement and so the designers have chosen to use a shock absorption system for this watch, and have also chosen the thickest sapphire crystal to cover both the dial and the case back, 1.9 mm thick.

        This Radomir PAM 00210 Watch by Officine Panerai is included in the ”Historic” Collection and celebrates the watches manufactures in 1997, under the name of Radomir, a Collection measuring only 60 timepieces.

        The strap of the new Officine Panerai Radomir PAM Watch is made of leather and is equipped with a folding clasp made of either steel or 18 carats pink gold. Each version matches perfectly the materials of the case, so the design is quite harmonious.

        Officine Panerai has designed collections and collections of watches, but the Radomir Collection still has its well-deserved place both in the heart of the brand and in the hearts of Officine Panerai’s customers worldwide.

Fashion Realistic Significance: Scarlett Johansson Designs Mango Handbag for Assistance to Haiti

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Posted by admin | Posted in fashion handbags, handbag | Posted on 05-02-2010

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On 12 January 2010, a major earthquake struck southern Haiti, knocking down buildings and power lines and inflicting what its ambassador to the United States called a catastrophe for the Western Hemisphere’s poorest nation.Juicy Couture Handbags The magnitude 7.0 quake is the most powerful to Haiti in a century. This earthquake caused major damage to Port-au-Prince, Jacmel and other settlements in the region. Haiti is in agony; the earthquake has destroyed its buildings, homes, lives.

Many countries responded to appeals for humanitarian aid, pledging funds and dispatching rescue and medical teams, engineers and support personnel. All kinds of donations are arriving in Haiti. No matter the government or individual in the world want to help Haitian people by all means. Some world-famous brands also take measures to help Haitian government and people.

January 28, 2010, Hollywood star, the spokesperson of Mango, Scarlett Johansson specially designed a new handbag cooperating with Mango to help the earthquake victims in Haiti to raise funds. This bag was printed the old map of Haiti, which stands for, I think, the firm belief. Haiti is a poor, tragically deforested nation, but it is rich in history, human potential, and human spirit. We still believe that Haiti can move beyond its troubled history and this lethal earthquake to emerge a stronger, more secure nation. This bag still attaches the characters “Support the people of Haiti,” as well as Scarlett Johansson’s personal signature. It is learned that Haiti handbags will be exclusively on sale worldwide in 1390 Mango stores. The canvas tote will retail for $29.90 and proceeds will go to charity organization OXFAM in their relief efforts in Haiti.  The bag features a vintage cartography of the island – one of our favorite motifs both aesthetically and thematically, symbolizing the perseverence of a nation through time.

Scarlett Johansson said: “I am very glad to cooperate with Mango. Promoting conscious consumer behavior and raising funds for Haiti, I am thrilled. Buy this handbag, you can provide great assistance, such as clean water. ”

Yes, we all have a stake in Haiti’s future. In our interdependent world, we are all connected and the fate of our neighbors is intrinsically linked with our own. A stronger, more secure Haiti means a stronger, more secure region. The Haitian people deserve the chance to build a nation that reflects their hard work, their ability, and their desires. There is a Haitian proverb, ÒMen anpil chay pa lou,Ó which translates as “Many hands lighten the load.” Working together, we can lighten the load that the Haitian people have carried on their own for far too long, and finally give them a real chance for a better tomorrow.

Bulgari Creates Diagono Calibre 303 Chronograph Watch

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Posted by admin | Posted in Bvlgari watches, watch | Posted on 29-01-2010

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The illustrious watchmaker Bulgari is proud to announce its Diagono Calibre 303 chronograph watch, which represents a successful combination of extreme aesthetic and technical refinement.

The name of the Bulgari watch stems from the ancient Greek word “agon”. When translated into English, it sounds like “athletic contest”, referring to Myron’s Discobolus, which happens to be a source of inspiration for the model’s simple, dynamic and modern style.

Since its original appearance 20 years ago, the Diagono collection has successfully gone through time and conquered its place at the pinnacle of timelessness. The line’s continuous development does not undermine its exquisite classical characteristics, which include a sophisticated architecture.

The Bulgari Diagono Calibre 303 watch is animated by an automatic mechanical movement – the caliber BVL 303, entirely hand-crafted in the brand’s workshops. To engineer this movement, which incorporates 303 individual parts, the company’s specialists have invested 3,520 hours of painstaking efforts.

The movement’s integrated construction with a column wheel and a pinion with a vertical clutch is bound to fascinate true connoisseurs. This smart system keeps the chronograph seconds hand away from skipping when it starts, stops or is reset, thus offering a remarkably precise distribution of the chronographic functions. The chronograph buttons are channeled for most comfortable grip.

The mechanism ensures an easy way of measuring short time periods by virtue of three graduated 12-hour, 30-minute and 60-second sub-dials. They are kept company by a date aperture, located at 6 o’clock.

The sapphire crystal case-back shows off the enchanting details of the movement, including such decorative elements as graceful Cotes de Geneve, perlage and satine soleil finishes. The movement features a balance wheel making 21,600 alternations per hour. Studded with 37 jewels, the movement boasts a 40-hour power reserve.

All technical treasures of the new Bulgari watch are housed in a 42 mm case, manufactured from 75 elements and sculptured in brushed steel. Its thickness is 12.95 mm. The case is fitted with a polished 18K white gold bezel, embossed with the Bulgari logo. The masculine external ring, with a unique protection of the crown, houses the pins for an elegant strap. The water-resistance of the watch is down to 100 meters.

The case of the Diagono Calibre 303 chronograph embraces a three-level dial, embellished with a vertical and satine soleil finish. It is completed with hand-applied faceted indexes and flange. Indicating hours, minutes and seconds are faceted hands, treated with Superluminova C1 coating.

The extraordinary Bulgari Diagono Calibre 303 chronograph watch is mounted on a blue alligator leather strap, equipped with a three-prong stainless steel folding buckle and the safety system.

Victorinox Swiss Army releasing Manny Pacquiao watch for second time

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Posted by admin | Posted in luxury watches, watch | Posted on 21-01-2010

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A luxury watch designed as a tribute to one of the world’s best boxers is to go back on sale.

Victorinox Swiss Army – the luxury watch manufacturer – is re-releasing a timepiece in honour of Filipino boxer Manny Pacquiao.

The brand’s Maverick II Chrono Pacman Limited Edition watch is due to hit the shelves again after its first stint ended in it quickly selling out.

An image of Pacquiao – a World Champion at seven different weight categories – adorns the back of the dial, while the rear of the case features a depiction of the fighter in a strike pose.

The Pacman timepiece is “crafted to the highest specifications”, according to Victorinox Swiss Army, with a Swiss-made quartz analogue movement powering the model.

“Each of these watches is imbued with the quality and endurance of the Swiss Army brand and the imprimatur of Manny ‘Pacman’ Pacquiao”, Victorinox states.

Victorinox Swiss Army is currently sponsoring a Swiss family who are undertaking a seven-year trip around the world to spread the message of climate change.

Omega Creates Majestic Constellation Baguette Watch

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Posted by admin | Posted in Omega Watches, watch | Posted on 19-01-2010

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The Omega freshly-redesigned Constellation collection welcomes a new star – the Constellation Baguette.

The unique and luxurious Omega Constellation Baguette watch produces a powerful impression – the dial of the lady’s watch displays a one-of-a-kind supernova structure emanating from the diamond Constellation star presented on a mother-of-pearl background at 6 o’clock. The dazzling watch sparkles with 459 Top Wesselton diamonds, with a total weight of about 30 carats.

The dial boasts 146 baguette and trapeze diamonds that are set using a sophisticated “invisible” mounting technique, implying you will see no trace of the 18K white gold used for the watch’s case between the diamonds.

The Omega Constellation Baguette watch is not simply a breathtaking diamond timepiece for ladies – it accommodates the OMEGA Calibre 8421, a Co-Axial escapement automatic movement. The groundbreaking technology of the brand was initially appeared in 1999, having greatly improved the way fine mechanical timepieces are created.

The movement incorporates the Co-Axial escapement reducing the amount of sliding friction in the watch, thus eliminating the need for lubrication and giving an advantage of longer service intervals and improved timekeeping precision. The Si 14 silicon balance spring strengthens shock-resistance, as well as resistance to the effects of outside disturbances.

The Omega master jewelers have cut every one of the watch’s 459 diamonds specifically for the timepiece, so every stone is unique and, if necessary, the replacement process will require much time. Any new gem will have to be custom-prepared to match the color, clarity, cut and carat size of the diamonds it is surrounded by.

The Omega Constellation Baguette watch,  is the most elegant and precious members of the Constellation collection, representing a fine union of refined design and superior watchmaking.

Gerald Genta and Daniel Roth To Merge Into Bvlgari Watch Collection

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Posted by admin | Posted in Bvlgari watches, watch | Posted on 18-01-2010

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Gerald Genta and Daniel Roth To Merge Into Bvlgari Watch Collection
In an interesting bit of news, the announcement has been made that the prestigious high luxury watch collections of Gerald Genta and Daniel Roth will be fully integrated into the Bvlgari brand. These two haute horlogerie houses have been under the Bvlgari Group umbrella since 2000, and represent the upper end of the watchmaking sector, in terms of both finishing quality and mechanical complication. The decision was announced on January 15, 2010 by Francesco Trapani, CEO of the Bvlgari Group.

A transcription of Mr. Trapani’s exact words follows here:

“Dear Friends, Collectors and esteemed Watch Connoisseurs:
Today, I would like to share with you some important news as Bvlgari is entering a new era which is significantly impacting the future of the Brand. Ten years ago, I expressed in an interview the desire to develop our know-how in the watch complication craftsmanship sector. Subsequently Bvlgari built, in different stages, a network of manufacturing facilities for the production of top-of-the-range cases, dials and watch bracelets. In parallel, we progressively expanded our knowledge of the mechanical base movement as well as our expertise in the field of the complicated movement.

Today I can safely say our mission is accomplished. This long process has now reached its final stage, after following a strategy which developed and integrated the mastery of watchmaking operations that began a decade ago.

Now it is time for a further step: to complement Bvlgari watchmaking with a strong presence in the high-end and grandes complications watch creations. Consequently I have decided to merge the cutting-edge skills of our Gerald Genta and Daniel Roth Manufacture in Le Sentier with the prestigious image of Bvlgari, a strong name in the world of luxury. While preserving their technical and aesthetic qualities, the Daniel Roth and the Gerald Genta timepieces will from now be fully integrated into the collection of the Bvlgari brand.

This alliance is sealed on the new watch creations, where the Bvlgari brand  watch is featured along with the Gerald Genta and Daniel Roth logos. This union is the fruit of a rational and organic evolution. This integration into the overall dynamics of our Brand represents a great achievement. United, our respective areas of expertise will from now on allow Bvlgari to complete its strategic process.

The merger of these skills offers Bvlgari new perspectives and dimensions. It allows us to advance in the sector of watch excellence through exclusive collections at a very high level. The merger will also ensure that the know-how of the Manufacture Daniel Roth and Gerald Genta will be permanently preserved in a definitive manner also by strictly respecting its DNA and its tradition.

Every union of two individualities embodies a positive evolution. As in all unions, the meeting of individual values sets off a new concept. Our union combines 125 years of history dedicated to the passion for beauty and contemporary design with the sum of exceptional technical human skills and finest quality. I am therefore, today, extremely pleased to invite you all to discover our newest creations by visiting us at the Salon Mondial de l’Horlogerie in Basel on March 18th, 2010.”

A brief video clip shows Mr. Trapani speaking, along with a partial image of a Gerald Genta timepiece showing the famous Genta combination of jumping hours and retrograde displays. An examination of the dial reveals the dual signatures of Bvlgari and Gerald Genta at 12 and 6 o’clock, respectively. While the collection will soon make its official debut, at which time speculation concerning the particulars of the collection will cease, it would be reasonable to assume that Bvlgari watches bearing the Daniel Roth signature will be similarly faithful to the distinctive design signatures which have defined that brand in the eyes of connoisseurs.