It’s no secret that luxury watches have recently spiked in popularity.
I recently chatted with Marie Claire editor in chiefNikki Ogunnaikeabout this coveted adornment.
Anneliese Henderson: What advice would you give someone looking to invest in their first luxury watch?
Nikki Ogunnaike:Take your time finding “the one.”
Do your research, and try a bunch of different watches on.
Consider your lifestyle and how you envision wearing the watch.
For example, do you plan on wearing it every day and have more of a sport vibe?
Are you precious with your pieces?
Ask yourself those sorts of questions before you take the plunge.
Audemars Piguet has always been the holy grail of watches.
I’ve always wanted to own one but wasn’t sure I’d ever be able to afford it.
AH: Why did you start adding watches into your everyday looks?
NO:The great thing about watches is that they can serve as an exclamation point to your outfit.
They’re functional, of course, but can also take a look to the next level.
AH: What trends do you see emerging in watches?
Size doesn’t matter anymore.
That’s the most exciting thing about style these days.
you might go big one day and small the next.
I love the idea of being able to play around with sizing.
AH: What makes all-gold watches so classic?
NO:All-gold watches epitomize luxury to me.
There’s something indescribably chic about them, especially one from Audemars Piguet.
Every outfit you wear will look so elevated with an all-gold watch.
Though it’s sparkly, it’s sophisticated and wearable on the daily.
It feels like a glamorous exclamation point to every outfit it’s paired with.
It adds a dash of sparkle to my button-down and trousers and really pops against my skin tone.
AH: We’ve been seeing mixed metals rise in popularity.
How do you see the trend evolving?
NO:I predict more people will embrace mixed metals, as the trend is incredibly versatile.
I don’t change my daytime jewelry often, so a two-toned watch fits well into that mix.
My AP is two-toned with a gray face, and I love stacking it with other bracelets and bangles.
I highly recommend a two-toned watch if you love to mix metals in your day-to-day jewelry.
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