Monday, May 6, 2013
Sunday, April 28, 2013
Will celebrate its 130th Anniversary
Tonight Alpina Geneve – The sister brand of Frederique Constant – will celebrate its 130th Anniversary. Visit http://www.alpina-watches.com/ and of course please like our Facebook Alpina Watches http://goo.gl/SYj7O.
Thursday, April 25, 2013
The All-New Frédérique Constant Slimline Moonphase Manufacture
The All-New Frédérique Constant Slimline Moonphase Manufacture
Simply Wonderful and Wonderfully Simple…
With NASA’s Curiosity Explorer currently rambling over the surface of Mars, people on Earth are getting wonderfully detailed pictures and views of the planet that has long been the subject of folklore, myth, legend and speculation. We can see images on our television sets, videos on our computers and I-Pads, and a select few can even scan the Red Planet in real time with powerful telescopes.
However, one of the glorious things about the world in which we live is that every single person on this planet can look to the sky and see the awesome, wondrous moon, without the aid of rovers, telescopes or television pictures. It doesn’t matter where you are or the circumstances in which you live; the bright, beautiful moon is available to us all.
The new Slimline Moonphase Manufacture—as timeless as the moon itself
The appearance of the moon has not changed since the dawn of time. Yet it continues to inspire the same stirring emotions and passions as when the first men looked to the bright light in the night sky...and wondered.
Frédérique Constant has incorporated elegant design features into the new Slimline Moonphase Manufacture that would not have looked out of place a century ago; nor will they look outdated even 100 years into the future. If the moon could make a style statement, it would be that simple beauty never goes out of style.
Five new models are being introduced, and all are driven by the unique FC-705 Manufacture calibre. Each model shares a number of features, and all are presented in a unique, specially designed wooden gift box.
Only one crown required
In spite of the amazing features incorporated into the new Slimline Moonphase Collection, the true genius of these watches is that each complication can be accessed through the watch’s single crown. This ability is an increasingly important feature in Frédérique Constant watches.
The crown can be set into three positions. “Position 0” is selected for winding the watch. At “Position 1,” the date can be adjusted by turning the crown clockwise. Turning the crown counter clockwise allows users to adjust the moonphase. Finally, “Position 2” allows users to make adjustments to the hour and minute hands. It’s as easy as that!
Other common features include the elegant slimline design and a case diameter of 42 millimetres. All models also come with the exceptionally popular convex sapphire crystal on the front and see-through case back. In addition, each dial presents the date display and moonphase at the 6 o’clock position. An incredible new technology known as “laser ablation” has been used to create an outstandingly detailed and precise image of the moon. Finally, each of the new Slimline Moonphase models comes with a 26-jewel movement, an impressive 42-hour power reserve and a Perlage and Circular Côtes de Genève decoration on the movement.
A galaxy of choices
With prices starting at an incredibly low €2,695, the Slimline Moonphase offers truly exceptional value. The FC-705S4S6 comes with a brilliantly polished three-part stainless steel case and a domed silver dial with lustrous, hand-applied nickel indexes and matching, hand polished nickel hands. An elegant black alligator strap with tongue buckle completes the timeless look.
When only blue will do, the FC-705N4S6 is a watch owner’s dream. The second of the stainless steel models has a strikingly handsome navy blue dial, which contrasts wonderfully with the nickel indexes and hands. The alligator strap is also a striking blue, accented with off-white stitching and tongue buckle.
The gleaming rose gold plated case of the FC-705V4S4 exudes understated elegance. The domed silver dial contrasts wonderfully with the rose gold plated hands and indexes, and a dark brown alligator strap stands out beautifully from the slim case.
At the apex of the Slimline Moonphase range stand two models featuring solid 18 carat rose gold cases. The FC-705V4S9 is presented with a domed silver dial and hand-applied rose gold plated indexes and hands, with a dark brown alligator strap. The FC-705C4S9, on the other hand, comes with a stunning chocolate brown dial, which blends beautifully with the rose gold plated hands, indexes and dark brown alligator strap.
Whether high in the sky or sitting proudly on your wrist, the moon will continue to draw admiring looks, forever.
For further information about the amazing new Slimline Moonphase Manufacture collection, you can e-mail Mrs. Yasmina Pedrini at pedrini@frederique-constant.com.
Live your Passion
Thursday, February 21, 2013
The 2013 Slimline Joaillerie Collection
The 2013 Slimline Joaillerie Collection:
A Perfect Blend of Femininity, Fashion and Functionality
When it’s time to buy that special lady in your life a gift that is sure to please, what options do you normally consider? For most people facing that particularly puzzling predicament, several choices frequently make their way to the top of the list as potential solutions.
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Is there a lady anywhere in the world, for example, who doesn’t love chocolate in one form or another? What about diamonds? Can you imagine any woman whose pulse wouldn’t quicken if she opened her present and found it contained those sparkling, precious gems?
The soft glow of mother of pearl and the luxurious feel of sensuous satin...these are things as stylish as Audrey Hepburn and as timeless as that chic black dress your lady has hanging in her wardrobe.
For 2013, Frédérique Constant takes great pleasure in introducing the all-new Slimline Joaillerie Collection, a set of utterly unique watches designed purely for the fairer sex. If you’re looking for a gift that blends utter femininity, glamorous fashion and unfailing functionality, the only question remaining is, “Which of the new models would she like best?”
Diamonds, diamonds everywhere
Each of the new Slimline Joaillerie models—the Chocolate, the Mother of Pearl and the Grey--share a number of features. As the Slimline name implies, this collection is beautifully delicate in appearance. Each model is a mere 5.18mm thick (or less than one-quarter of an inch), and the cases are all plated with gleaming rose gold.
Surrounding the 37mm diameter case are no fewer than 60 shining diamonds set in the bezel; one for every minute of every hour. As if that weren’t enough, another 10 diamonds are set by hand in the watch face as hour indexes.
A date display is at the 6 o’clock position; hand applied Roman numeral indexes mark the 12 o’clock position, and each watch’s hour, minute and date functions are controlled by the FC-220 caliber movement. Finally, each watch strap is fastened by means of a rose gold plated tongue buckle.
So which to choose?
Chocolate doesn’t have to be fattening, you know. The Slimline Joaillerie Chocolate model is deliciously perfect proof of that fact. As the name implies, the watch’s dial is a rich, dark chocolate in colour, with an enchanting sunray decoration bringing a warm appearance to the face. The sleek, glamorous satin strap is also chocolate in colour, completing the “delight by chocolate” experience.
The Slimline Joaillerie Mother of Pearl, on the other hand, features a gleaming white dial. The lustrous mother of pearl face is the ultimate in elegance, and the mother of pearl color of the satin strap is chic in the extreme.
Completing the collection is the Slimline Joaillerie Grey, a watch which clearly proves that understated glamour never goes out of fashion. The watch dial is grey-black, with the same, fine sunray decoration applied to the face. The grey satin strap is not only gloriously good-looking, but it will, of course, go with almost any other colour you choose to wear!
If you would like any more information about the new 2013 Slimline Joaillerie Collection, please visit our website. If you have a specific question and would like to contact Frédérique Constant directly, please feel free to e-mail Mrs. Yasmina Pedrini at pedrini@Frédérique-constant.com.
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