I'm Pining Away Over Here

In spite of my repeated claims that I am not a watch collector. There is another watch that I have decided that I really really must have right now!

I want the Hermes Kelly watch in orange and stainless-steel.



I'm not even sure why I like it so much because I typically don't even like a leather banded watch and prefer to wear mine loose, almost bracelet-y.

So, I now am up to needing the two Michael Kors watches and this one.

Le Sigh!

I feel so frickin' cool

Way back in August I talked about my love for my ToyWatch watch (I actually got my acrylic one last December and love the ceramic one too).

Now it seems Vogue has finally caught on because they ran an e-article yesterday saying "Forget Cartier and Rolex, a ToyWatch is the only timepiece to be seen in this season:

ROLEX MEETS SWATCH
THEY say that the watch you wear can define your personality so, be it Cartier or Rolex, wearing a deliciously expensive timepiece makes a statement. This season, however, Italian company ToyWatch has manufactured the must-have watches; fun timepieces that have been described as "Rolex meets Swatch". The one that has everyone talking is the Solo Tempo - a stylish, oversized ceramic face that comes in black, white or navy – and it has already found its way onto the wrists of the likes of Charlize Theron and Uma Thurman. Sold at Browns, which automatically gives it fashion kudos, ToyWatch's collection contains five unique styles - so even if the £635 Solo Tempo is not for you, the fun blue Perspex version, at £112, could be a great alternative. Check out the range at www.toy-watch.it or call 0207 287 5431 for more information.

I love setting the trend!

; )

Gimme!

I know I said that I don't collect watches but I think I am going to have to start because I don't think I can decide between these two beautiful pieces from Michael Kors. They are both a classic chunky mens-style watch, but the gorgeous materials make them stand out and give them a feminine twist.



Tortoiseshell Jet Set Watch - $180

I love the tortoiseshell watch but I adore the creamy elegant color of the horn version.


Horn Jet Set Watch - $180

With a white shirt and khaki pants - perfection!

P.S. These watches are made of hued resin, not natural tortoiseshell or horn.

Acrylic Watches

Watches are one of the 5 key accessories that everyone should invest in to make a good impression - in business and in life - the others being: wallet (for men and women), purse, sunglasses, a pen and, of course, shoes. Even if you wear them everyday, if they are a classic style and decent quality, any outfit will be elevated.

I know there are people out there that collect and buy watches like candy, and while I can understand the lure of the watch wardrobe, I've never fallen prey to it myself. I typically wear only one or two watches. I wear a diamond bezel Raymond Weil most every day, but I want to have a more casual watch that is still classy looking. For a sport watch, I like a men's-sized face and wear it loose like a bracelet. My favorite so far is this watch by Toy Watch bought at Neiman Marcus. It's acrylic and has a mother-of-pearl face with crystals at each number. It has a great style and even has a built in stopwatch.

This watch comes in a number of color combinations and faces, but I think if I had not bought the one above I would buy the orange-faced model. I'm loving orange accessories.

The acrylic watches are about $250, so not much more than a Fossil watch. If I had an extra grand to throw around, I would get this ceramic version. It's pretty frickin' cool.

People notice the details, so it makes sense to have your casual accessories be just as stylish as your nicer watch. And make sure to wear your nice watch, not just save it for a "special occasion". Those events are typically few and far between. You're worth your nice stuff every day.