5 stunning nature-inspired watches for spring, from luxury brands Chanel, Hermès, Cartier, Vacheron Constantin and Chaumet
- Chanel and Cartier have gone all out with diamonds to create the ultimate head-turning flora and fauna wrist candy
- Meanwhile the likes of Hermès and Vacheron Constantin add a splash of colour with painted scenes of hummingbirds and polar bears
Right on cue, we’re seeing the bloom of spring flowers seep into the artistry of our favourite watch designs; and what better way to celebrate the beauty of our planet’s flora and fauna than with intricately hand-painted Hermès hummingbird dials or Chanel’s stunning Camélia Baroque watch?
Check out these plus three more watches taking inspiration from nature this season.
Chanel
Bearing the fashion house’s classic flower motif, the Camélia Baroque watch is crafted in white gold, diamonds and black lacquer, and boasts a 1.51 ct brilliant-cut diamond nestled in the centre of the petals. HK$5,152,000 (US$660,000).
Hermès
Hermès’ classic Arceau watch has been reworked to fit the “Into the Canadian Wild” series theme, with nature motifs – in this case a polar bear and her cub. The white gold case is framed by 82 diamonds and is paired with a sapphire blue alligator strap. HK$528,300 (US$68,000).
Chaumet