Hot off the press from La Fabrique du Temps — Louis Vuitton’s designated timepiece manufacturer in Switzerland — the fashion powerhouse has announced two new watches set to join its exclusive Escale collection. As ever, the pieces strive to embody the house’s “ongoing commitment to watchmaking excellence and innovation”, but newly, mark an exploration into “the rare métier of ornamental stonework”.
The Escale Ornamental Stone watches are inspired by 1970s sophistication, crafted for both it-girls and boys, and come in two vibrant shades. Both encased in luxurious platinum hardware, one features a sultry malachite dial, while the other, more playful and summery, is turquoise. But the craftsmanship isn’t limited to the stonework and hardware. Each watch features a hand-stitched leather strap — rainforest green to match the malachite, and sand to compliment the beachy turquoise hue (perfect for a dip on a private island given they’re water-resistant up to thirty metres).
But what sets Louis Vuitton’s new additions apart is the guarantee that no two watches are exactly alike. Each dial is cut from a unique stone, meaning that every piece features individual intricate lines. What’s more? There are only thirty pieces available in each colourway, rendering the collection as exclusive as ever. With its deservedly high price point and limited-edition nature, most won’t be lucky enough to get their hands on one, but as the latest status-symbol in luxury horology, they’re certainly worth perusing regardless.
Explore the Escale Ornamental Stone watches on louisvuitton.com.
- WriterLucy Wragg
- Image CreditsLouis Vuitton
