I read an interesting article the other day saying that watches were obsolete. With the popularity of high tech gadgets such as cell phones, iPods and the Blackberry, the article went on to say that there was no need for a wrist watch since everything nowadays has a built-in clock. But, while low end dollar store watches may not be selling, it seems that luxury watches, those in the neighborhood of hundreds of thousands of dollars are not susceptible to the advancements of technology or even hard economic times. In fact, luxury companies such as Rolex, Piaget and Patek Philippe are seeing a distinct increase in sales.
Admittedly, if you think about the logic of purchasing luxury jewelry, it stands to reason that it might be more popular in poor economies. Not necessarily because customers have the disposable cash but because expensive watches, those for instance in the half a million dollar range have investment value. And many of the better-quality, high-end brands hold their value for years to come. Because of this ability to hold significant monetary value, there is always the temptation from unscrupulous dealers to copy and forge the brands. They also sell what are commonly known as “knock-offs”. As a result, it is important to purchase from verifiable dealers and read authenticity information direct from the official label’s website.
To conclude this post, why not take a look at some of these magnificent watches that exude the very finest in life?
- The Rolex “Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master” in eighteen carat yellow gold or steel with platinum dial is a handsome watch with all the refinements one would expect from this luxury brand.
- Piaget watches are synonymous with dazzling diamonds. And the “Polo” is an example of extraordinary workmanship. Available in small or large dials, this spectacular watch is eighteen carat white gold adorned with over one thousand diamonds.
- Many of Patek Philippe watches are rare and famous. Further, there are models which are one-of-a-kind exclusives and even custom ordered watches which have required as long as five year waiting periods. To own one of these master watches is true luxury.
2 Responses
December 16th, 2008 at 5:05 pm
think the figures provided by these companies are inflated. The budget conscious women would wait for the storm to pass i would think.
PS: I have initiated an idea to create a fashion and style blogroll where bloggers from the jewelry, fashion, style and beauty could participate.
All you need to do is to add my blog link to your blog and i’ll do the same.
That way, we could have a mutual partnership and we could refer visitors to each other’s blog.
Please let me know if you would be interested.
Thanks!
Barbara and Ellen
The Gals at SoHo”
http://sohoaccessories.blogspot.com
May 8th, 2009 at 2:23 am
These watches have both great designs and great prices. It takes many years to design perfection and test a great watch.
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