In Esperanto - the "Universal Language"- Movado, translates to "always in motion." This is the motto that inspired the creator of the world famous line of luxury designer watches, Achille Ditesheim, to design what would become some of the most sought after and coveted of all timepieces: The Movado watch. These watches were first conceived and designed by Ditesheim in the late 1800s, around 1881, when the young 19 year old entrepreneur decided to start making his own line of watches, as well as a name for himself, while working as a watch-maker in La Chaux-de-Fonds; a tiny little village in the Jura Mountains (a range of mountains that connect three countries, France, Switzerland, and Germany).
Achille Ditesheim and his dreams of Movado began humbly with only himself in 1881, but is his workforce steadily grew to more than eighty workers and watchmakers by the year 1897-all striving to make what Ditesheim envisioned as the most quintessential of all men's and women's timepieces. By that time in history, Movado was distinctly recognized as the largest of all luxury watchmakers in the region, and in the entire country. What really made the brand stand out and rise up against the ranks of fierce competition was the fact that they were one of the only watchmakers of the era to first implement the usages of machines to make their watches.
Other watch companies, like , and , were still greatly relying upon other tools and workers' hands to make fine watches, whereas Ditesheim had already revolutionized the industry by adding complex machinery to the equation, as well as assembly line production, and therefore was able to easily increase his daily output and successfully compete against rival companies, while at the same time adhering to his revered model of Esperanto. Because of the machines that Ditesheim used to make his watches, they quickly would come be recognized as some of the most sophisticated and advanced watches of the time, over their rival counterparts.
This mantra of Ditesheim and a quality and luxurious, machine-manufactured timepiece would spread the world afar, and fast. By the early 1920s there were more than seven hundred different brands of Movado watches that consumers from all over the world could enjoy wearing on their wrists with confidence.There were two distinct that really became iconic during this early era in the company, where a once one man work force would rapidly transverse and ascend, growing into a corporate conglomerate in fewer than three decades; one that enticed consumers further with classics like the Valentino, and the astute and uber luxurious Ermeto line, which featured a snakeskin encasing.
Amongst the many different lines of watches that the company featured and sold during this time period, they became well known and respected for not only designing groundbreaking timepieces, but ones that were gaudy too; many of their men's and women's watches, such as and were encrusted with rare gemstones and other precious metals and stones, easily attracting the super wealthy to their candor, workmanship and brilliance.
As the world turned, the innovation behind Movado watches followed suit. During the thirties and forties, Movado watches was accredited with the design, patent and creation of the world's very first automatic winding wrist watch-something that they fondly called the Tempomatic; which was later changed to the Kingmatic. In par with the many revolutions that the watch company strove to make, there is another landmark milestone they reached: the company is also credited with creating the very first digital wrist watches, a telling sign of the constant visionary approach that their corporate model dictated.
During the sixties the company would forever secure their name in watch making history with the creation of the Museum Watch; designed by an American artist named Nathan George Horwitt, who later donated the original prototype to the Museum of Modern Art in New York-where it can still be seen on display today.Today, Movado watches are considered to be some of the most desirable and luxurious of all timepieces. Now known as the Movado Group, a final name change that stemmed from a temporary one - when they were for a short period of time known as the North American Watch Company - is one of the largest manufacturers of luxury watches in the world.
The company continues to grow, working with other behemoth watchmakers, like Concord Company, ESQ, Vizio, Coach, Piaget, and Corum, amongst many others. The quality of Movado watches is what has been paramount to their successes over the past hundred and ten some-odd years, allowing them to create a recognizable brand that is still, even in today's economical market, a highly regarded and well respected international brand of luxurious and reliable watches.
Watches are not longer meant to show us the time. Now they are put to many varied uses. Most of all, watches have taken up the mantle of decorative pieces and style statements. Now, it can be said, that time keeping has become a secondary duty of watches.
There are many watch brands available. Some are renowned throughout the globe, for example, , and , while some others wallow in anonymity. Hundreds of thousands of watch models are available. Just step into a watch shop, the variety and vivacity offered can simply blow you off your feet.
This is why many people prefer to shop online for their favorite watches. A good online store would list out all the models they have and explain to you their merits and uniqueness. A salesman at a local shop may not be able to assist you that efficiently and diligently.
When we talk about watches, two impeccable brands, and would flash first into our minds. The models they offer are so varied in terms of prizes, utility and grandeur. The prizes start from under a thousand dollars to almost hundred thousand dollars and suit the best heeled as well as the layman. There are different product lines for ladies and gents, but unisex watches which can be worn by both men and women, are also gaining widespread acceptance.
Watches can go well with any type of clothing. Some watches come in gold colors, while some others are silver, black, or soft colored. Some watches are so watertight that they are actually put to use by swimmers, under-water operators, submariners etc. Watches with illuminated dials would help you read the time even in pitch darkness.
Hublot watches are means for the most successful among us. Being designed and manufactured faultlessly, they would help you gain the envy and respect of any onlooker. They would proclaim that you have arrived at the pinnacle of your glory and success.
A watch, as in normal views, can be thought of no more than a commodity, which we people rely most on. It is found almost every where. The watch gives a person an impression that he can walk in pace with time. It is such an indispensable tool without which none of us can live. People have slowly started taking their watches as an accessory that they can carry with their outfit, which matches their personality and which others can adore and be jealous of.
One of the best names in the market is that of TW Steels which a giant in watch manufacturing domain. The company produces the best quality oversized watches in the market and has acquired the spot as being excellent in their class. The technology associated with each watch comes from an incomparable unify of Japanese and Swiss Structures. The designs are what people watch out for most in a gadget of this stature and TW Steel watches give them all. Besides, the oversized watches are in the fashion toady. The two unique attributes about every watch they manufacture has are their unmatched designs and supreme technology. For this very reason, have two dots engraved in their structure. Within a very short time span, the company has captured the oversized watches' market to excellence.
The company has Tim and Tom Colonel, Professional Driver and Tommy Robredo, one of the best tennis players in the world as their brand ambassadors. Apart from this, the company also associates itself with GP races. This oversized watch reaches much greater heights by the acquaintances.
The Company manufactures some unique categories of watches such as , , . Each range has its unique specialties. On one hand, where The Tech collection has its case attached by bezel with the help of all steel screws and pillars and is 100 meters water resistance; and on the other hand, the CEO collection is primarily designed for the CEOs. The term CEO is re-abbreviated by TW Steels as Collection ExtraOrdinary. The watch takes the collection to a much higher level keeping into mind the value of money, luxury, style and quality they expect out of the watch. The CEO Tonneau Collection has a traditional design. It is well blended with unique shape and contemporary style.
The ten, all leather straps, provide the watch with a peculiar look. The straps can be changed with the user's request. Their most affordable product, ICON, is available in 45mm and 50 mm case. The large, oversized dial owned by the watch gives the user a feel of being on the top of the world with some very tempting features attached to the credit. This makes a pillar in the oversized watch category.
The merger of rugged as well as elegant look, in one package, makes the watch in clear choice of most. It can be born in any weather conditions, under any environmental conditions make the watch a clear winner. The wrist getting covered by its oversized dial is also one of the biggest reasons for its extensive demand and inseparable association the watch has with its users.
1. Roll those bad boys. I don't mean cigarettes, girl! I mean the cuffs of your jeans! That's right, remember the "French cuff" or "pegging" your pants? Well, bring it on back. For a slightly updated a-la-minute variation, keep it a little more casual this time, don't work quite so hard to make that peg perfect. It's that, "Oh, did I leave them rolled? I was just wading in the surf and must have forgotten!" look we're going for now.
2. Get a strap on. I mean a designer watch! Checking the time on your phone is just lame. It's certainly not 80s. We didn't have cell phones in the 80s! I don't even know how we got around, to tell you the truth. How I ever met anyone anywhere is beyond me. And yet, the world marched on. We kept time with rad watches. And it looked damned good. Wearing is probably the easiest and most brilliant 80s-inspired move you could possibly make. And leave your phone in your purse!
3. What purse is that, you ask? Why Le Sport Sac, honey. The It Bag is so last year. We're looking for twenty-five years ago. Other fabulous vintage options include brightly colored clutches, or the Bermuda bag. With the wooden handles and interchangeable covers? Work it, girl!
4. I 'do. Scrunchie! Banana clip! French braids! One side up in a barrette! It's all back, and it's all good. I don't know if we're ready for the hairsprayed bangs I used to have, though! Seriously, I Aqua Net-ed them into a tower or power and then teased them into a spray like the base of Niagra Falls. You couldn't mess them up if you hit them with a hammer. I feel a little traumatized imaging it now, but--sigh--go ahead, if you so desire, 'cause you watch, they'll be on the cover of Vogue by fall!
5. Right rounds, baby. I mean jelly bracelets! Your look hot-hot-hot, but a little lonely, too. Pile on the jelly bracelets and brighten up those arms!
6. A T-shirt built for two. Big T-shirts, yes! I've got to say, it's nice to breathe again. Those tight T's we've been sporting since Y2K seem shrunken to me now, even unnatural. Hey, I'll probably adore them again in a couple years, but in the meantime, it's nice to swim in something again, even if it's not the municipal pool down the street.
7. One. Kind of. Of course, if you are lucky enough to be at the pool or the beach, remember this throwback: the monokini! It's a one-piece, it's a two-piece, it's crazy fresh all over again.
8. Waist not, want these. If the cuffs are rolled higher, the waistlines are, too. Maybe there IS a flood coming? Nothing wrong with drawing the eye up, if you ask me! Bring back that tiny waist that Michael Landon on Little House said he could span with his two hands, and let the curves under it say what they will.
9. Totally tubular. Tube tops! So fun!
10. And finally (in a way, it's hard to stop--there are so many more possibilities! but I'll control myself for the sake of hanging ten), the eyes have it. Colorful mascara! I used to love purple, but there are oh, so many to choose from. What will your signature color be?
If you are a football addict, then I wonder what's the most favorite football player in your heart. To be honest, though I'm not an extreme athletic fan, I really know that in the field of football sport, Diego Maradona, one of the great Argentine athletes is absolutely a legend that we will never forget. Now he is still active in the field as the coach of Argentina's national team. Recently, he signed a deal with Hublot to be the watch brand's new brand ambassador. To mark the encouraging partnership, the renowned manufacturer has created a watch exclusively for Maradona: the remarkable Hublot Big Bang Maradona watch.
Actually, the great partnership is original based upon their matual understanding. On one hand, Maradona himself is a watch enthusiast and often spotted wearing Hublot timepieces on his wrist. He naturally desire to be the ambassador of Hublot; on other hand, in honor of the legendary footballer, Hublot really have special favor to create a distinctive model to reflect the glory of the top achievers in their fields of activity. In my opinion, I think the exclusive Maradona watch will surely create brand new history in the world watch making.
Let's have a good look at the brand new timepiece. I guess you are greatly familiar with which are the most iconic watch collection. It is framed by a 44.5mm case and bezel crafted from black ceramic, flaunting a fabulous masculine look. The dial employs the Argentina blue and luminescent white on the hands and hour markers, resembling the national flag of the ambassador's country. At 3 o'clock, there is the small seconds counter especially designed to present the number 10, the shirt number of Maradora. At the 6 o'clock, there is a date aperture with Maradona's signature. Round of the ceramic bezel, there are six signature H-shaped titanium screws that just complete the elegance of the whole. To prevent from scratching, the crown and chronograph push buttons are rendered in black-PVD coated steel with rubber inserts. At the back of the case, there is an exciting scene that Maradona raised his arms to celebrate victory, protected by a see-through sapphire crystal. And that is very unique from , and .The watch strap of the model is available in alligator or rubber with a black deployment clasp.
The timepiece will surely offer durable function and precise accuracy. It is said the model is a limited edition and only 250 pieces are available all around the globe.