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Patek Philippe

  1. Ice, Ice Baby: A Guide to Avi & Co.’s Diamond-Pave Timepieces

    Rolex Daytona with Rainbow-Pave Bezel and Rose Gold Bracelet Displayed on a C-Ring on a Black Background with Scattered Diamonds.

     

    There may be popularity amongst other gem set stones such as rubies, sapphires, and emeralds, but diamonds are forever. They are coveted for their beauty and timelessness. The unmatched sparkle that diamond-pave timepieces have when worn around a wrist is distinct.

    Incorporating diamonds into watches dates back to the 19th century. Patek Philippe crafted the first

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  2. Luxury Watch Brands Step Out of Their Comfort Zone

    Richard Mille 68-01 with Colorful Skeleton Dial and Black Rubber Strap on a Black Background.

     

    Businesses are allowing more of an expressive dress code, accepting brighter colors in formal situations. Not only are colorful dials aesthetically pleasing, but they create stunning photos.

    Social media has played a larger role in luxury watch brands and trends. Even collectors are seeking timepieces that stand out from the crowd. This year, you can expect to see a lot of green (like the

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  3. Luxury Timepieces Perfect for a Miami Design District Tan Line

    Miami Design District’s Fly’s Eye Dome Surrounded by Palm Trees and Store Fronts

     

    Most known for its immaculate beaches, bustling nightlife, and art deco architecture, Miami is also the epitome of an exclusive lifestyle. Miami has a style all its own: backless dresses, vibrant-colored crop tops, stylish shorts, and, of course, lavish jewelry. With the constant heat of Florida, everyone tends to dress in light fabrics for most of the year.

    Jewelry gives the wearer

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  4. 4 Things You Should Know About Patek Philippe Watches

    Patek Philippe Grand Complications with 18K Rose Gold Bezel, Black Dial, Moonphase Complication, and Black Leather Strap

     

    Patek Philippe watches are what truly drew me into the watch world. The beauty of the complications is worth the investment for your collection. (Or admire from afar as I do whenever I step into our trendy showroom at Avi & Co.)

    A Patek is a grail watch, for new collectors and even long-time enthusiasts. Even my 85-year-old Grandpa who has been collecting timepieces for years is still waiting for his opportunity to purchase one. (He has asked me on multiple occasions to please, please let him ‘borrow’ one. But that’s neither here nor there…)

    I believe what draws customers to the brand is its timelessness. Founded in 1839, it’s one of the oldest watch manufacturers

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  5. The History of the Moonphase Complication

    Patek Philippe Grand Complications, 18K Rose Gold, Black Index Dial on a Black Starry Background

     

    The moon is such a fantastical object: a big smile that pokes its head out during the night sky like a game of hide and seek. There have been songs written about it, stories both fictional and theoretical, and still, there’s so much to learn. The moonphase complication was one of the first types of watches that caught my eye because of its beauty, intelligence, and overall craftsmanship that glistens off the watch’s face just as the actual moon does.

    A moon phase timepiece displays the sunlit portion of the moon as observed from Earth during each 29.5 day lunar month. That is how long a cycle takes to get from a hidden moon to a full moon. You can see the moon's current phase without going outside at night by looking through a small opening on the complication.

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