HAVE THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE THIS SUMMER IN THIS SEASON’S WINNING WATCHES. FROM MODERN MARVELS TO CULT CLASSICS REIMAGINED FOR A NEW ERA, AND DIAMOND-DIPPED DAZZLERS TO TECHNICAL TRIUMPHS, THESE TANTALIZING TIMEPIECES WILL ENSURE YOU ARRIVE EARLY AND ON POINT
BY ARCHANA AITHAL ROSE
Breitling Superocean Heritage Automatic 36
Meet the Superocean Heritage 36, a fresh take on over a century of the Swiss maker’s dive watch legacy, designed for life above and below sea level. With its 36mm stainless steel case, sporty rubber strap, and automatic movement, it’s equal parts classic and adventure-ready. Water-resistant to 200 meters and equipped with a date display, power reserve, and sweeping second hand, it’s your perfect companion for everything from spontaneous dips to weekend getaways. $5,250, leonardojewelers.com
Rolex Land Dweller 40
Marking just the second allnew collection from the brand since 2013, the Land Dweller signals a bold step forward in the crown’s storied legacy. Built for a new era of visionaries, it’s anchored by a sculpted monobloc case with a seamlessly integrated Oyster bracelet for a streamlined, modern profile. At its heart beats an advanced self-winding movement with a Chronergy escapement and Parachrom hairspring, offering heightened precision, resilience, and a 70- hour power reserve. $64,200, leonardojewelers.com
Cartier Panthère De Cartier Watch Medium Model
Few watches in history have matched the timeless allure of the Panthère de Cartier. This ‘80s icon features a medium 27 x 36mm yellow gold case set with brilliant-cut diamonds, a slim 6mm profile, and a diamond-set crown. Powered by precise quartz movement, it offers a silvered dial that balances timeless elegance with modern sophistication, made for the intrepid elite. $33,200, garymichaelsfinejewelry.com
Michele Meggie Diamond Stainless Steel Watch
Graceful curves and subtle glamour define this gleaming timepiece, with 64 hand-set diamonds on the bezel and a mother-of-pearl dial featuring diamond indexes. It arrives with a polished 14mm stainless steel bracelet exclusive to the Meggie collection, interchangeable with any 14mm strap. $2,595, wolffinejewelers.com
Omega Constellation 28mm Yellow Gold On Steel
Rocking signature half-moons and a sleek mono-rang bracelet, this 28mm 18K yellow gold and steel stunner effortlessly turns heads and steals hearts. With a shimmering mother-of-pearl dial and Roman numeral bezel, it’s luxe meets good looks. $6,100, garymichaelsfinejewelry.com
Phillip Plein Crypto King Fro$t Glacier
Tearing up the rule book, the Frost Glacier is a technical marvel with icy attitude. Its skeletonized dial reveals intricate gears beneath a frosted crystal-like textured finish on the 42mm stainless steel case and bracelet. Powered by an exclusive Swiss-made self-winding caliber with 72 hours of power reserve and a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour, this statement watch combines futuristic design with precision engineering. $4,400, plein.com