Elite Traveler Fall 2021

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HARRY WINSTON EMERALD SIGNATURE HIGH JEWELRY WATCH This newest Emerald Signature Secret watch from Harry Winston is part of the brand’s Emerald collection of watches with cases shaped like the eight-sided emerald cut in gemstones; that cut was Harry Winston’s favorite. However, this watch is not set with emeralds, but instead with another rare and beautiful gem known as Para í ba. Part of the tourmaline family, Para í ba are extremely rare and known for their fiery intensity and almost neon turquoise color. The 18-karat white gold secret watch features a swivel cover set with a large Para í ba in the center, and then alternating rows of diamonds and Para í ba. The cover swivels aside to reveal the octagon dial beneath, paved with 98 Para í ba stones. The alternating octagonal rows of diamonds and gemstones continue out from the case, ending with 24 marquis-cut diamonds in ‘petal’ motif. More than 100 hours of meticulous setting went into the making of this 400-stone, nine-carat watch, which is also convertible and can be worn as a wristwatch, pendant or brooch. Price on request, available at Harry Winston in New York, +1 212 399 1000, harrywinston.com

CARTIER PANTHÈRE SONGEUSE An alluring beauty, this striking Métiers d’Arts Cartier Panthère Songeuse watch deftly embodies the feline, which has long been a symbol of mystery and intrigue for the legendary brand. The watch case and dial are meticulously set with diamonds and champleve enamel, designed in a form that emulates stripes across the entire piece. In fact, over the course of four days, the watch undergoes five different hand paintings and firings to achieve the final enamel result. Nestled atop the watch case from 9 to 12 o’clock is a solid gold carved and sculpted panther, which is further bedecked in diamonds and sapphire ‘spots.’ The setting of the panther alone requires 120 hours of time. The panther is so meticulously set that even his claw feet and nose offer fine details. The tip of the nose is set with black onyx, and the eyes are set with pear-cut emeralds. In total, the white gold watch is set with more than 730 brilliant-cut diamonds weighing approximately three carats. Just 30 pieces will be made. Price on request, available at Cartier in New York, +1 212 446 3400, cartier.com