Watch Brands That Are Well Worth the Investment
Watches are largely the accessory to get overlooked in the face of other trends with which to adorn your wrists, ears and neck. But what makes watches such an unwaveringly classic accessory is not their adherence to the trend-cycle but their definitive function over simply accessorizing an outfit. More than ever, we’ve noticed a turn away from investing in a timepiece because, well, the digital clocks on our phones and laptops are so readily accessible. Yet watches remain the one item that stands to last for generations on end, proving that they're worthy investment pieces, indeed.
So you might be thinking where to start looking to find the chicest watches out there. If you’re searching for a long-lasting piece, consider the question of where to buy quality watches solved. In the below selection, you’ll find everything from sleek chain-link bracelets to stunning crystal-embellished faces. In other words, there’s sure to be a watch to fit your personal style. Below, shop the brands whose investment-worthy watches will always be timeless.
Larsson & Jennings
Watch brand Larrson & Jennings is a favorite among the stylish crowd for its modern takes on the most classic of timepiece designs.
Michele
You'll find substantial timepieces from Michele with all the design elements of the luxurious upmarket names for much, much less.
Baume & Mercier
Roman numerals on clean, pared-back faces are the calling card of a Baume & Mercier watch.
David Yurman
The go-to label for luxury jewelry pieces makes timepieces that go effortlessly with the rest of the wearer's jewelry.
Cartier
For the timeless elegance that comes with anything Cartier, you know exactly where your investment will go: to impeccable design that you'll have for so many years to come.
Tiffany & Co.
Tiffany's array of fine and everyday watches is unparalleled.
Rolex
Any conversation about quality watches wouldn't be complete without mention of the heritage brand whose designs only increase in value as they age.
Piaget
The epitome of one-of-a-kind design, Piaget's luxurious creations are each a possession of their own.
Anna is an editor on the fashion team at Who What Wear and has been at the company for over five years, having begun her career in the Los Angeles office before relocating to New York, where she's currently based. Having always been passionate about pursuing a career in fashion, she built up her experience interning at the likes of Michael Kors, A.L.C., and College Fashionista before joining the team as a post-graduate assistant editor. Anna has penned a number of interviews with Who What Wear's cover stars over the years, including A-listers Megan Fox, Issa Rae, and Emma Chamberlain. She's earned a reputation for scouting new and emerging brands from across the globe and championing them to our audience of millions. While fashion is her main wheelhouse, Anna led the launch of WWW Travels last year, a new lifestyle vertical that highlights all things travel through a fashion-person lens. She is passionate about shopping vintage, whether it be at a favorite local outpost or an on-the-road discovery, and has amassed a wardrobe full of unique finds. When she's not writing, you can find her shooting street imagery on her film camera, attempting to learn a fourth or fifth language, or planning her next trip across the globe.
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