Eight Whimsical Watches to Enchant Your Valentine

Huit montres oniriques à offrir à son Valentin

on February 14, 2024

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Every year, the month of February signals a time for love and romance. Valentine’s Day is the day when couples all over the world buy each other gifts. And a watch is a gift that never fails to delight

CHF 2,300, Maurice Lacroix

With its moderate proportions, this unisex watch is perfect for any occasion. But once you realise it’s produced in a worldwide limited series of just 888, it becomes rather special. With its engraved case back that reads “Limited Edition of 888” and its dial decorated with a Clous de Paris motif, this is an extremely thoughtful gift.

Aikon en acier PVD, 39 mm cde diamètre, mouvement automatique avec date par guichet, bracelet en caoutchouc. Série limitée à 888 exemplaires. © Maurice Lacroix — Aikon in PVD steel, 39 mm diameter, automatic movement with date window, rubber strap. Limited series of 888. © Maurice Lacroix

CHF 4,340, Eberhard & Co.

The timeless elegance of this classic watch guarantees it will endure through the years, as all love stories should. The striking two-tone white and blue dial features intricate guilloché work at the centre, complemented by refined Roman numerals and sword-shaped hands.

8 Jours référence 21027 en acier, 41 mm de diamètre, mouvement à remontage manuel avec petite seconde et indicateur de la réserve de marche, bracelet en cuir. © Eberhard & Co. — 8 Days reference 21027 in steel, 41 mm diameter, manual winding movement with small seconds and power reserve indicator, leather strap. © Eberhard & Co.

CHF 14,500, Trilobe

This is a very personal creation, thanks to its customised dial featuring a unique depiction of a starry sky, mapped to a specific date, time and place that means something special to the recipient. It captures a moment in time, offering a poetic way to convey a powerful message of love, a cherished memory, or a life plan to your partner.

Nuit Fantastique Secret en titane, 40,5 mm de diamètre, mouvement automatique avec Heures, minutes et secondes indiquées par anneaux tournants et index fixes, bracelet en cuir. © Trilobe — Nuit Fantastique Secret in titanium, 40.5 mm diameter, automatic movement with hours, minutes, and seconds indicated by rotating rings and fixed indexes, leather strap. © Trilobe

CHF 34,000, Czapek

Aventurine dials have become a hallmark for Czapek. The company has already utilised this captivating copper-spangled glass, reminiscent of a starry sky, in previous creations. It continues this tradition with an exquisite chronograph that transports its owner into a dreamlike dimension. What could be more romantic than stargazing, hand in hand?

Faubourg de Cracovie en acier, 41,5 mm de diamètre, mouvement chronographe automatique, bracelet en cuir, Série limitée à 50 exemplaires. © Czapek — Faubourg de Cracovie in steel, 41.5 mm diameter, automatic chronograph movement, leather strap. Limited series of 50 pieces. © Czapek

CHF 35,000, Bovet

Another journey among the stars, this time courtesy of a meteorite dial. And not just any meteorite – this is a fragment of the Gibeon meteorite, which dates back over 4.5 billion years. It’s the perfect gift for anyone fascinated by the cosmos, or who’s on the lookout for good omens, portents, signs and inspiration.

19Thirty en titane, 42 mm de diamètre, mouvement à remontage manuel avec heures et minutes décentrées, petite seconde et indicateur de la réserve de marche, bracelet en cuir. © Bovet — 19Thirty in titanium, 42 mm diameter, manual winding movement with off-centred hours and minutes, small seconds, power reserve indicator, leather strap. © Bovet

CHF 41,500, Chanel

Superleggera is more than just a name: it's a symbol of excellence and exceptional performance, found on some of the most elite racing cars. This watch embodies that sporty heritage with supreme elegance. It is designed for a man who is both athletic and stylish. Its high-tech shell is made of ultra-strong ceramic, a material seven times harder yet lighter than steel.

Monsieur édition Superleggera en céramique, 42 mm de diamètre, mouvement à remontage manuel avec heures sautantes, minutes rétrogrades et petite seconde, bracelet en cuir et nylon. © Chanel — Monsieur Superleggera in ceramic, 42 mm diameter, manual winding movement with jumping hours, retrograde minutes and small seconds, leather and nylon strap. © Chanel

CHF 78,600, Breguet

With a complete calendar on your wrist, you’ll never miss an important moment in your shared life, such as the anniversary of a very meaningful meeting. This exceptional watch is signed by Abraham-Louis Breguet, rightfully considered a horological genius for over two centuries.

Classique Quantième Perpétuel référence 7327 en or blanc, 39 mm de diamètre, mouvement automatique avec jour, mois et date par aiguilles, indicateurs des phases de Lune, de la réserve de marche et des années bissextiles, bracelet en cuir. © Breguet — Classique Quantième Perpétuel reference 7327 in white gold, 39 mm diameter, automatic movement with day, month, and date hands, moon phase indicator, power reserve and leap year indicator, leather strap. © Breguet

CHF 198,000, MB&F

MB&F presents its 21st in-house calibre, which powers the HM 11 Architecte. The watch’s design is inspired by architecture in general, postmodernism, and the unique homes of the 1970s. Its case resembles a four-room bubble house centred around a tourbillon. Functions include an ambient temperature indicator, an essential accessory for a house-watch! This piece will delight all connoisseurs of architecture and design.