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into the new Slimline Moonphase Manufacture that would not have looked out of place a century ago; nor will they look outdated even 100 years into the future.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.
Friday, October 12, 2012
The Frederique Constant Table Clock
Bigger, Better...Brilliant!Frederique Constant has, in a relatively short span of time, become renowned for creating technically brilliant and visually stunning watches. Timeless in appearance, these watches are crafted from the finest mat
erials known to man, coupled with scientific advances--many of which have been developed in-house by passionate Frederique Constant artisans, engineers and craftsmen--that offer unsurpassed performance, reliability and durability.
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The resulting timepieces have seen the company rocket to the very upper echelons of the elite Geneva watch making fraternity. There is no danger whatever that complacency will set in; it's simply not in the nature of anyone connected with the company. Given the advances already made, however, it would be fair to ask the question, "How can they get any better?"
This year, the answer has been... "Make it bigger!"
All the skill and craftsmanship that go into every Frederique Constant wristwatch has been applied to the development of a stunning and all-new table clock. The glamorous clock incorporates all those characteristics that both identify Frederique Constant timepieces and at the same time ensure they will still look striking yet understated, modern yet timeless, and elegant without being pretentious, 100 years from now.
Without question, the brushed and polished stainless steel case of the new Frederique Constant table clock would be an outstanding addition to any desk top.
Rather than the square or rectangular shapes normally associated with table clocks, this unique timepiece is shaped just like a very large watch face, right down to the inclusion of a "crown" on the right hand side.
Your eye is drawn first to the clock's face. Inside the gleaming, highly brushed and polished 94 mm stainless steel case is a stunning silver dial with a beautiful guilloché decoration. Large Roman numerals are printed around the dial, and the time is presented by hand polished, deep black oxidized hands.
The clock contains two quartz movements, and offers world travellers a second time zone setting at the 6 o'clock position. Finally, you notice the clock's base, which looks for the entire world as though a giant strap should be attached there, but which instead is attached to the protective lid, which doubles as the watch stand.
Priced at just €495, the new Frederique Constant table clock carries on the company tradition of providing stunning, premium quality timepieces at affordable prices. If you're looking for a Christmas gift for generic cialis any man with a desk, look no further. This exceptional addition to the Frederique Constant range is absolutely certain to please!
For more information on the Frederique Constant table clock, please visit our website, or you can email the company directly at pedrini@frederique-constant.com.
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Frederique Constant Elevates Awareness of World Heart Day with Chinese Movie Star Ms Shu Qi
In Partnership with The World Heart Federation at Chong Hing Jewelers, September 29th, 2012Los Angeles, California (September 27, 2012) – Swiss luxury watch manufacture Frédérique Constant will heighten awareness on World Heart Day this Saturday, September 29th in Los Angeles with Chinese Movie star Ms Shu Qi, Frédérique Constant brand ambassador for Greater China since 2008. In collaboration with California’s luxury retailer Chong Hing Jewelers, a public donation ceremony held at Chong Hing’s San Gabriel location will mark the official announcement of Frédérique Constant’s first-ever partnership with The World Heart Federation.
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The opening ceremony will include a presentation from Ms. Shu Qi, Frédérique Constant US President Ralph Simons, World Heart Federation Board Member and Chair of Scientific, Policy and Advocacy Committee Dr Ann Bolger, and their Chief Science Officer Dr Kathryn Taubert, and Ronald & Ellen Lee, retail leaders and founder of Chong Hing Jewelers. Frédérique Constant’s new partnership announcement will close with a donation check of $50,000 handed over to Dr Ann Bolger by US President Ralph Simons. Nearly a thousand community members and dignitaries are expected in attendance.
As a brand that has shown generous support towards heart-health organizations since 2008 with the launch of its best-selling Ladies Automatic Double Heart Collection, Frédérique Constant’s Ralph Simons shares, “The World Heart Federation is the apex of organizations leading the global fight against heart disease and stroke. It is an honor for Frédérique Constant to align and contribute to the research of cheap viagra such internationally recognized doctors and survey teams.”
In its first partnership with The World Heart Federation, Frédérique Constant supported a new multi-national survey conducted in Brazil, India, UK, and the USA through an unrestricted educational grant that revealed a general gap in heart-health knowledge. Together, with exclusively designed and limited edition ladies automatic Double Heart watch model launching early next year, Frédérique Constant will continue to heighten and prolong awareness through 2013, further highlighting the focus of this year’s World Heart Day – the prevention of Cardiovascular Disease among women and children.
A closing Charity gala dinner in Downtown’s historic Biltmore Millenium Hotel will follow the daytime ceremony where Chinese movie star Ms Shu Qi will join over one hundred community dignitaries for a private celebration. Together with Frédérique Constant, The World Heart Federation, and Chong Hing Jewelers, the actress will deliver a final toast in honor of World Heart Day.
About Frédérique Constant
Founded in 1988 by Aletta and Peter Stas and driven by passion, Frédérique Constant has grown into one of the larger Swiss watch manufacturers. Frédérique Constant positions itself in the Accessible Luxury segment, with most of its watches selling at USD 1'000-5'000 retail. Frédérique Constant watches are defined by their high quality, differentiation and precision in design and manufacture. Each of Frédérique Constant timepiece is assembled by hand and extensively controlled with latest equipment to ensure maximum quality. The brand innovates to offer creativity and exceptional value.
Over the years, Frédérique Constant has earned a reputation as a leading maker of Swiss luxury watches despite the relative youth of the brand. The quality of the timepieces and the detail involved in crafting each watch is only part of the success story; the rest was driven by watch aficionados and lovers of the brand who saw that there was something different and unique in its offering. It is appealing to this same group of people that Frédérique Constant hopes to make a difference in the lives of many by soliciting their support to extend the same affection they have for the brand, towards charities and causes we are associated with.
From the Ladies Automatic Double Heart Beat Collection, $50 from each watch sold in the world is donated to various charities. These charities, such International Children’s Heart Federation, American Heart Association, Par Coeur Eva Longoria, or The World Heart Federation include all those related to the heart and children.
Twitter: @Frédériqueconst
About Chong Hing
For over forty-two years, some of the finest gems, jewelry and timepieces have passed through the doors of Chong Hing Jewelers. Priding itself as a purveyor of high-end luxury, Chong Hing Jewelers offers an eclectic range of styles with over 30 brands. Founded in 1970 by the Lee family in Los Angeles, Chong Hing Jewelers has expanded to include five stores in California. Southern California stores in Chinatown Los Angeles, San Gabriel and Rowland Heights. For Northern California, Milpitas and CH Premier store in Valley Fair.
About the World Heart Federation
The World Heart Federation is dedicated to leading the global fight against heart disease and stroke, with a focus on low- and middle-income countries, via a united community of more than 200 member organizations. With its members, the World Heart Federation works to build global commitment to addressing cardiovascular health at the policy level, generates and exchanges ideas, shares best practice, advances scientific knowledge and promotes knowledge transfer to tackle cardiovascular disease – the world’s number one killer www.worldheart.org; Twitter: twitter.com/worldheartfed; Facebook page: facebook.com/worldheartfederation
PRESS CONTACTS
For additional information and high res images please contact:
Geneva, Switzerland
Frédérique Constant HQ
Yasmina Pedrini
Frédérique Constant Communications Director
pedrini@Frédérique-constant.com
US Contact
Gabriela Anastasio
The Promotion Factory
Gabriela@thepromofact.com
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