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Last updated: November 06. 2006 1:48PM
IN STYLE
Watch styles
For lifelong loyal watch wearers, anytime is a good time for a new watch. With all the styles and brands, a holiday shopping trip can quickly become a time-consuming chore. So after touring jewelry stores to put a finger on what’s new and what’s tried and true, here’s a few recommendations for a special gift for your special someone.
Citizen Skyhawk
One of seven styles, the Blue Angels Skyhawk pilot watch fashions the symbolic blue and yellow of the famous flying team. Features: 4-year power reserve • Time and calendar in 22 time zones (30 cities) • Three world-time alarms • 1/100 second chronograph measures up to 24 hours • 99-minute countdown timer • One-touch interchangeable analog/digital times • Time reset advisory • Low charge indicator window • Power saver function • Water resistant to 100 meters ($475. Reeds Jewelers, Independence mall; 799-6810)
Colibri Pocket Watch
World renowned Colibri of London makes a plethora of styles, coming in a wide breadth of price ranges. This gold-tone version comes with attached pocketknife. Features: A 17- jewel mechanical movement • Skeleton dial with classic, white outer ring • Ornately designed pocketknife on removable chain ($95. Reeds Jewelers, Independence mall; 799-6810)
Citizen Men’s Dress Watch
Citizen offers a stylish yet simple option for casual wear. Features: Regal blue face • Roman numeral-lined bezel • Date at 3 o’clock • Won’t break the bank. ($99.99. Helzberg Diamonds, Independence mall; 791-3600).
Emporio Armani
Looking for a designer’s flair? New to the market, this extra-large square face is sure to attract attention. Features: Stainless steel case with silver dial • Brown leather strap with white stitching • Sweeping second hand ($195. Reeds Jewelers, Independence mall; 799-6810)
Rolex Yacht-Master
One of five styles, this two-toned version is stainless steel with an 18-carat gold rotatable bezel. Features: 40 mm white face • Oyster Perpetual Date display, a sapphire crystal and cyclops lens • Self-winding • Waterproof to 100 meters • Oyster lock bracelet with safety clasp • Swiss-certified chronometer ($8,200. Reeds Jewelers, Independence mall; 799-6810)
Women's
A ladies watch isn’t just a timepiece, it’s an accessory. It should blend with any outfit yet make its presence known without overwhelming the wearer. Oval, square, round – there are myriad shapes and styles hitting the stores. Some are adorned with diamond bezels, others say luxury discreetly with just a hint of sparkle or shine. Which one suits you?
Movado Vivo
Dainty and stylish, this stainless steel bangle style comes in a variety of dial colors and is perfect for anytime, day or night. Features: 10 diamond accents • Polished stainless steel with bangle bracelet • Jewelry buckle • Flat sapphire crystal • Black museum dial with concave rhodium dot • Swiss Quartz movement • Water resistant to 30 meters ($759.99. Helzberg Diamonds, Independence mall; 791-3600)
Rolex Ivory Jubilee
Flawless beauty with a mixture of white gold, stainless steel and diamonds. Features: 18-carat white gold fluted bezel • 10-diamond accented 26 mm anniversary dial • Oyster Perpetual Date display, a sapphire crystal and cyclops lens • Waterproof to 100 meters • Jubilee bracelet • Swiss-certified chronometer ($6,450. Reeds Jewelers, Independence mall; 799-6810)
Swiss Army Alliance
Not just for the guys anymore, Swiss Army is moving up in the ranks of what women want ... at least on their wrists. Also available with diamond bezel. Features: Polished stainless steel with gold-electroplated accents • Sapphire crystal with curved profile • Arabic-numerals dial with Swiss Army shield at 12 • Steel hands ($395. Reeds Jewelers, Independence mall; 799-6810)
Seiko Two-toned Dress Watch
Simple and elegant, Seiko continues its tradition of combining style and quality.
Features: • Gold-tone and stainless steel bangle • Linked bracelet • Jewelry buckle • Fixed bezel with white dial • Water resistant • Crystal Hardlex dial surface • Quartz movement ($200. Reeds Jewelers, Independence mall; 799-6810)
Citizen Ladies Dress Watch
For the casual watch wearer, Citizen has the answer with this inexpensive option.
Features: Polished gold-tone case and bracelet • Pearl dial with gold-tone hands and markers • Roman numerals at 12 and 6 • Scratch-resistant mineral crystal • Push-button jewelry clasp • Water resistant to 30 meters ($94.99. Helzberg Diamonds, Independence mall; 791-3600)
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