i don’t normally go for the menswear-style watches…at least not for myself. love them on others, but i always feel the styling is off for me. but i ran into this max bill version over at velocity art and design, and it was love at first sight. the size is right for that menswear look, but the styling is so understated that it could easily be interpreted as feminine. plus, it has just the right touch of antique detailing – it looks exactly like something you picked up from your grandfather’s dresser. i do so love to see classic pieces done exactly right, and this is a perfect example.
$580 at velocity, but lucky magazine was kind enough to score a 25% off coupon, sitewide (which, i’ll be honest, i’m going a little crazy with). use code luckybreaks11 at checkout.
It’s a great color for a watch band, and very hard to find. Audrey Hepburn wore something similar in the movie “How to Steal a Million” and I’ve been looking for it for the past 10 years! (Hers was a different watch, though — smaller face,etc.) But the effect of a beige watch strap on a pale arm is that it disappears. Very cool.
ooh, i haven’t seen that audrey – i’ll definitely put it on my list! i think you’re completely right about the beige strap…that’s def. what makes this one so unique.
I like the old style of watches. And this watch is very unique. The strap color is also different and looking good. The looks are very classic.