Floating like a balloon and as blue as the sapphire safely nestled in its side, the Ballon Bleu watch by Cartier adds a dash of elegance to male and female wrists alike. Roman numerals are guided on their path by a sapphire cabochon winding mechanism protected by an arc of precious metal. With the convex curves of the case, guilloché dial, sword shaped hands and polished or satin finish links of the bracelet, the Ballon Bleu watch by Cartier floats through the world of Cartier watchmaking. Cartier Ballon Bleu Large 18k Yellow Gold Mens Watch has 42mm case diameter, 11.9mm case thickness, 18k yellow gold case with 18k yellow gold bracelet, fixed 18k yellow gold bezel, silver dial with blue steel hands and Roman numeral hour markers, minute markers around the outer rim, date display at the 3 o’clock position. In addition, self winding automatic movement, scratch resistant sapphire crystal, 18k yellow gold crown, solid case back and water resistant at 30 meters/100 feet, functions give it more royal look. Price: US$39,800
Samo is the newest Omas limited edition, which represents a tribute between the cultures of the East and West. It celebrates the origin of ideas from the 6th century BC when the island of Samos was at the peak of its role as a point of exchange of goods. Samo, a fountain pen by Omas, underlines the first steps of the visual signs left by the Hellenic civilisation combining luxury, culture and design. The clip, elongated beyond the cap and bearing the engravings of Omas and Samo, represents the idealised bridge uniting East and West. Made in a numbered certified limited edition of 572 pieces in solid silver; 572 represents the birth year of the famous Samos son, Pythagoras. Also available in solid Rose Gold with diamonds on the clip – 14 pieces. Price: US$3,400
