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Spotlight on the new Frederique Constant

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Spotlight on the new Frederique Constant : Slimline Automatic

Since 1988, Frederique Constant has been extracting the best of Swiss traditional historic watchmaking, in order to create “accessible luxury” watches.

With the new Slimline Automatic range, Frederique Constant demonstrates once again its profound attachment to its DNA and its desire to offer beautiful timepieces at affordable prices.

Frederique Constant watches are exclusively manufactured by hand, while the processes involved are regulated with the latest precision equipment available in the industry backed by years of research and development.  Unlike other brands, Frederique Constant watches are not only made for the elite, but for all watch lovers who know how to recognize the value of work well done by a master watchmaker, who knows how to assemble the smallest, complicated elements and make them into something very special. In 2016, Frederique Constant confirms with the new Slimline Automatic the “ accessible luxury ” spirit, on which lays the foundation of the brand since its creation.
Timeless chic
Modernity and tradition mingle harmoniously within this new creation. Housed within a thin case with refined lines, the Slimline Automatic displays the apparent simplicity of a studied sophistication permeating every detail.
For instance, the white dial is embellished with a circle of black Roman numeral indexes, providing this masculine model with a timeless character. The dial sports a square date window delicately positioned at 3 o’clock that ensures optimal readability.
The owner of this watch will appreciate the sleek round case that features a 40 mm diameter taking into account contemporary preferences.
These new watches are powered by the FC-306 automatic caliber, a 25-jewel movement oscillating at 28,800 beats per hour, boasting tried and tested reliability and resistance. This movement provides a 42-hour power-reserve and drives the minute, hour and date functions.
Like all the models of the new Slimline Automatic range, its refined casing is snapped with a sapphire crystal glass at the back, which enables amateurs to admire the movement of their timepiece. It is water-resistant to 30 meters. The back of the watch is engraved with the name Frederique Constant and the watches individual reference number that attests of its authenticity. Each version of the Slimline Automatic watch is fitted with a leather strap and pin buckle matching the color of the case: black for the stainless steel model and chocolate brown for the rose gold plated variation.
Spotlight on the new Frederique Constant 2

Reference FC-306MR4S6

Case Polished stainless steel case, diameter of 40 mm
Convex sapphire crystal
See-through case back
Water-resistant to 3 ATM
Movement FC-306 Automatic movement
25 jewels, 42h power reserve, 28’800 alt/h
Dial Silver color, curved, black printed roman numeral indexes
Hand polished black color hands
Date display at 3 o’clock
Bracelet Black leather strap
Functions Hours, Minutes, Date
Spotlight on the new Frederique Constant 1
Reference FC-306MR4S4
Case Rose gold plated polished stainless steel case, diameter of 40 mm
Convex sapphire crystal
See-through case back
Water-resistant to 3 ATM
Movement FC-306 Automatic movement
25 jewels, 42h power reserve, 28’800 alt/h
Dial Silver color, curved, black printed roman numeral indexes
Hand polished black color hands
Date display at 3 o’clock
Bracelet Brown leather strap
Functions Hours, Minutes, Date

Ateliers deMonaco introduces a unique piece

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Ateliers deMonaco introduces a unique piece : The new Tourbillon Ronde d’Or – Grand Prix de Monaco 1966

On the occasion of the 74th Grand Prix de Monaco, Ateliers deMonaco has created the Tourbillon Ronde d’Or – Grand Prix de Monaco 1966.

A unique piece which pays tribute to one of the most important and prestigious automobile events in the world and commemorates the 1966 race. Embodied in this exquisite piece of art, Ateliers deMonaco’s relentless pursuit of excellence is once again expressed though a subtle combination of craftsmanship and complex construction, representing an authentic technical prowess.

Doubtless the most striking aspect of this unique timepiece, catching and holding the gaze, is the beautiful multi-layer hand-engraved 18K white solid gold dial representing the poster of the 1966 Grand Prix de Monaco. It features the green BRM driven by Graham Hill chasing John Surtee’s red Ferrari. The scene is set in front of the renown Palace of Monaco. This Classic piece of automobilia captures the essence of the French Riviera and the excitement of the Grand Prix.
From years of practice, our master hand-engraver, Bernard Ditzof honed his skills, elevating himself to be one of the very few people in the world that can master such dexterity and method. Indeed, hand engraving is one of the most difficult and most complex work that can be performed on a movement, dial or case. Anyone who has ever watched a hand engraver at work understands the concentration and attention to detail necessary to create such a work of art. A single line must be repeatedly cut to create the correct depth for the engraving. This technique requires a great amount of focus and patience. Should the engraver make one small mistake, the whole piece has to be discarded – perfection is always sought and found.
The dial of the Tourbillon Ronde d’Or Grand Prix de Monaco 1966 required an extraordinary 200 hours of work as the engraver delicately wielded the burin to extract life, adding depth and volume to a flat gold surface using a low-relief technique. The hand engraving gives to this watch its own personal touch and makes it a one of a kind creation.
Fully respecting the aesthetics of Ateliers deMonaco, this watch is housed in an 18K white gold case of 44mm, a diameter which lets leash the creativity of the brand’s craftsmen. Through the sapphire case back, one can gaze upon the patented Tourbillon XP1 movement, with its comfortable 42-hour power reserve.
Embellished with 29-jewel and a hand-engraved 22 carats gold rotor, it runs at a rate of 28,800 beats per hour.
The Tourbillon XP1 provides remarkable technical performance and traditional watchmaking know-how with the sapphire tourbillon bridge.
The brown alligator leather strap with its 18K white gold folding buckle adds a touch of elegance, which endows this unique piece with its special allure.
For more information, please visit our website or feel free to contact us directly.
You can e-mail Ms Manon Bussod: mbussod@ateliers-demonaco.com
Ateliers deMonaco introduces a unique piece

Technical specifications 

Tourbillon Ronde d’Or – Grand Prix de Monaco Mai 1966

Reference: dMc-TB-GP2-WG
Movement: Patented Tourbillon XP 1
Automatic winding
Curved chamfered, hand perlage, hand engraving decoration
Hand engraved 22 carats gold rotor
Silicium escape wheel and lever
Alternances 28800 beats/hour (4 Hrz)
Sapphire tourbillon bridge
Functions: Hour, minutes, small seconds (6 o’clock)
Case: 18K White gold
Diameter 44 MM
Thickness 13.1 MM
31 parts overall
Titanium core
Brushed, polished and assembled by hand
Front and back sapphire crystal
Water resistant up to 3 ATM
Dial: Solid gold 4 layers applied by hand
Hand engraved dial showing Grand Prix de Monaco Mai 1966
6 o’clock tourbillon opening
Hands: Dauphine shaped
Strap: Hand stitched alligator leather
18K folding buckle
Edition: Unique piece

4 Wedding Accessory Mistakes that Every Man Should Avoid

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When you think of weddings, we think of fashion, style accessories, jewelry and glamour. A great wedding is remembered by how beautiful the bride and groom looked, how sweet the cake was, the number of guests and of course the different fashion statements from the bridal team to the wedding guests.

In fact, you cannot talk of weddings without incorporating fashion and accessories in the same conversation.  There are a number of must have accessories for the groom and his groom’s men. However, owing to the fact that most men are not familiar with the accessory and jewelry world, choosing these accessories and jewelry can be a very intimidating task.

Truth of the matter is, accessories and jewelry can either make or break your day. For example, the wrong choice of men’s wedding bands can throw off a groom’s entire look and lead to frustrations.  However finding the perfect wedding band in terms of metal, size and design will basically take his entire look a notch higher and make him enjoy his wedding to the fullest.

With that said, you cannot afford to ruin your day with the wrong accessory choices. To ensure that you are comfortable, relaxed and looking good throughout the day, it is always necessary to play safe and not go over the top. Therefore, here are 4 accessory mistakes that every groom and groom’s man out there should not make.

§  Choosing the Wrong shoes – let’s face it, from the morning of your wedding day, to the evening hours as you await your evening wedding party to the minute that you retire to bed for a long day’s rest, you will be in your wedding shoes. Therefore, your choice of shoes is very important. By all means avoid plastic shoes as they are very uncomfortable especially during summer days. If you are not comfortable with your shoes, pick up another pair. Never compromise on the comfort ability of your shoes.

 

§  The wrong choice of Socks – sad but true, the grooms and grooms men socks are the most ignored pieces in most weddings. No one seems to care about the type f socks the groom and his mean wear. However, you can complement your entire look with your choice of socks. For example, plain pair of socks will never go out of style; they are warm and they look good on everybody.

 

§  Wearing the Wrong Tie – a great majority of grooms choose their wedding ties without considering the bride’s dress or their wedding theme in general. Therefore, when picking your tie, it is important that you pick one that does no clash with your wedding theme and the bride’s and bridal party dresses.

 

§  Bad choice of cufflinks – did you know that your choice of cufflinks can say a lot about your sense of fashion and style? They might be the smallest accessory you will wear on this special day, but they play a very important role in your overall look. Therefore, do not under estimate the power of cufflinks; you can either kill your look or stand out with the best choice of cufflinks.

 

BIO

David Wicks is an expert web content writer and a local wedding stylist. David focuses more on fashion and art in his content pieces. If you want to learn more on wedding attire, men’s wedding bands, wedding accessories and jewelry, go to his blog.

 

The Alpina Seastrong Diver 300 Black Chronograph Big Date

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With the SEASTRONG collection, Alpina Watches has made diving watch history since the 1960’s when the Seastrong “10” was already capable of reaching depths of 200m/660ft. In 2015 Alpina revealed the Seastrong Diver 300 Chronograph Big Date Collection and today, with the introduction of the new Diver 300 Black variant, Alpina proposes an all black execution of its successful professional diving big date chronograph. A highly recognizable diving watch due to its all black color code and its oversized red minute hand.
Serious about diving, the Alpina Seastrong Diver 300 Chronograph Big Date is a professional diving watch. Everything about this model is designed to cope with the most extreme conditions any professional diver could ever encounter, starting with water resistance to no less than 300m/100ft.
The watch has been designed with all the necessary features that allow owners to get the information they need, when they need it, for a safe dive.
The aluminum, unidirectional, turning bezel, turns in just one direction: anti-clockwise. With this “fail-safe” feature the number of elapsed minutes can never be accidentally decreased, only increased. In addition, the 60 minutes markers on the black bezel are luminous, as are the dial indexes, which perfectly contrast against the matt black dial. The watch’s hands are luminous for maximum readability in low visibility conditions, and the minute’s hand is oversized to instantly read diving time.
Built-in features that are relevant to the professional diver include a 44 mm black PVD coated, cushion shaped, stainless steel case, screw-in crown and case-back, a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and a black water-resistant rubber strap. The beautiful engraving of the Alpina diving symbol on the case-back provides for an additional and distinctive aesthetic feature.
The Alpina Seastrong Diver 300 Black Chronograph Big Date encases the AL-372 quartz chronograph movement. This high precision and extremely reliable 1/10th of sec. Swiss quartz chronograph movement features 30minutes and 10 hours chronograph counters, add and a split functions, a big date and provides a battery life of 48 months.
For more information on our watches, please visit our website or feel free to contact us directly. You can email Mrs Annabel Corlay at corlay@alpina-watches.com
The Alpina Seastrong Diver 300 Black Chronograph Big Date 2

Vacheron Constantin launches London Craft Week at the V&A Museum

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Julien Marchenoir from Founding Partner Vacheron Constantin, launched the second London Craft Week at the V&A Museum. Makers rubbed shoulders with leading experts, influencers,editors and directors from the art, design, culture, food, luxury, fashion, media and government sectors, whilst admiring exceptional works from London Craft Week’s programme.

Live demonstrations from Vacheron Constantin’s enameller and watchmaker, Chinese calligraphy artist Wang Dongling and paper artist Karen Bit Vejle, were admired by guests on site; who enjoyed an interactive experience with the artisans.

Guy Salter, Chairman of London Craft Week said “There is a magical combination of imagination, individuality, passion and skill found in the best-made of things. This is as true for buildings, lighting or cars as it is for watches, clothes, jewellery or sculpture. This is the simple thought behind London Craft Week.”

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Julien Marchenoir commented “6 years after we contributed to the launch of Artistic Crafts Days we have seen 18 countries praising Artistic Crafts in recent weeks. It is a true ‘Craft Spring’ that we are witnessing, bringing peope of all ages and socioeconomic categories together. London Craft Week is the ideal platform on which to build this momentum and to foster the promotion of crafts on a global scale
Noted names from the arts, fashion and luxury industries, as well as famous faces, celebrated the week’s opening and enjoyed the live demonstrations. These ranged from Prince and Princess von Ratibor, Lord Rumi Verjee CBE, artists Martino Ganper and Francis Upritchard chef Skye Gyngell, fashion designers Mary Katrantzou, Nicholas Kirkwood, Caroline Issa, Rupert Sanderson, Ozwald Boateng and interior designers Sophie Conran and Nina Campbell. Other respected names in the arts and government included Justine Simons from the Mayor’s Office and Charles Saumarez-Smith, Chief Executive of the Royal Academy.
Highlights of the evening included the inaugural London Craft Week medal, created by Vacheron Constantin, for ‘Outstanding Creatitivy and Craftsmanship’ being presented to Alison Britton. Vacheron Constantin was proud to present its latest collection, Métiers d’Art Elégance Sartoriale,which pays homage to fine tailoring and well known British fabric patterns. This unique addition to the Métiers d’Art collection showcases the encounter between the custodian of time and style and the Maison’s expertise.
From 3 – 7 May the second edition of London Craft Week will showcase exceptional craftsmanship from around the world through a programme of over 130 events across the city, featuring hidden workshops and unknown makers alongside celebrated masters, famous studios, galleries, shops and luxury brands.
Visitors will see world-class fragrances being developed scent by scent, diamonds being cut & polished, porcelain being hand painted, silver being shaped, glass being blown and Chinese calligraphy being performed live. All against the backdrop of the vitality, variety and serendipity of London from Selfridges to Chelsea Physic Garden, from Mayfair to SE27.
An invitation-only VIP programme is run alongside the main programme with a small number of oneoff and intimate experiences, including handling objects from museum collections, special access to private residences and exclusive dinners, including a collector’s talk at the Vacheron Constantin boutique, hosted by a watch expert from Phillips Auction House.
For over 260 years, Vacheron Constantin has invested in the perpetuation of manual skills and recognised the value of apprenticeships; in fact basing its foundation in 1755 on the day Jean-Marc Vacheron signed a contract with his first apprentice. Pursuing its longstanding ties with the world of art and culture, Vacheron Constantin is committed to fostering fine artistic crafts that play such a key role in contemporary creativity, while highlighting the excellence achieved by combining these talents with those of design.

the luxury of control on your wrist

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the luxury of control on your wrist
the luxury of control on your wrist
New app enables passengers to control in-car systems from their smart watches
Seats, entertainment selection and climate control can all be adjusted remotely
Apple Watch app uses bespoke Bentley digital architecture
Available to download now from the App Store
Bentley Bentayga passengers now have the luxury of controlling a selection of in-car systems from their Apple Watch, thanks to a new app developed by the British luxury brand.
The technology, which uses bespoke digital architecture, enables those being driven in the Bentayga to remotely control the on-board climate and entertainment systems; adjust the heating, ventilation and massage functions of their seats; and monitor real-time information, such as vehicle speed, distance travelled and outside temperature.
Bentley's new Bentayga Apple Watch App (1)
Using the Bentyaga’s Bluetooth connectivity, Apple Watch wearers simply synchronise with the vehicle’s Touch Screen Remote (TSR) system and then interact with the car from the convenience of their wrist.
Dan Whittaker, Director of Electrical and Electronics at Bentley, said: “The Bentayga is technologically advanced and combines this with luxury in a way
only Bentley can achieve. This new Apple Watch connectivity is another example of how we are constantly innovating in order to enhance the customer experience.”

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