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Longines has released the latest iteration of its iconic Le Grande Classique, which was first launched in 1992, and has become a bestseller for the brand. This new version, Le Grand Classique de Longines 100 Diamonds, retains all the timeless elegance of its predecessors, but brings a touch more sparkle with the addition of 100 Top Wesselton VVS diamonds set in a double layer configuration on the bezel, and 12 diamond indices. Like its predecessors, the new model features a quartz movement, this one the L209.2, and boasts an ultra-slim profile of just 4.60mm, a Longines-patented feature achieved by incorporating the caseback with the lugs for the bracelet. The timepiece is available with a ‘black laquered’, ‘blue sunray’, or white mother- of-pearl dial, set in a 29mm stainless steel case, and topped with scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. This gorgeous piece of arm candy is also waterproof up to 30 metres, and comes fitted on either a black alligator strap with a buckle fastening, or a steel bracelet with folding clasps and push-piece opening mechanism. www.longines.com The epitome of show-stopping arm candy, the Cat’s Eye High Jewellery watch by Girard Perregaux is the ultimate addition to any special-occasion outfit. Covered in 50 carats worth of F-VVS grade white diamonds, the luminescent watch ensures maximum shine with the multifaceted surfaces of 645 emerald cut diamonds set across the dial, case, and bracelet, and the single rose-cut diamond set in the heart of the crown. In total, the timepiece boasts 646 diamonds, which required 120 hours to be set by hand. The exquisite watch retains the oval case that’s become a signature of the Cat’s Eye collection; in this model, the case measures 38.63mm by 33.63mm, and sports anti-reflective sapphire crystal. Every effort has been made to ensure comfort and fit, from limiting the thickness of the watch to 12.99mm, to including similarly bejewelled links to expand the bracelet. The case, as well as the dial and bracelet, is forged from white gold, and houses a GPO3300 calibre automatic winding movement. Water resistant up to 30 metres, and finished with white gold hands and a decentred second hand set at nine o’clock, this watch combines subtle functionality with a huge dose of bling. www.girard-perregaux.com Whether you prefer a subtle dose of sparkle or a can’t- miss-it hit of glitz, there’s no mistaking the glamour of these two bejewelled timepieces. DIAMONDS ARE A GIRL’S BEST FRIEND 104 www.jetsetter.hk WATCHES
