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Chanel’s watchmaking journey began in 1987 with the Première. With signature parts tailored from its vogue and wonder and contours, it immediately charmed the world. Its octagonal form was an ode to the long-lasting N°5 fragrance bottle, whereas its leather-interlaced chain strap gave it a dressy attraction.
35 years on, the unique version of the Première is lastly making a return at Chanel. Listed below are 5 issues you need to find out about this iconic timepiece.
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01 – Created in 1987 by creative director, Jacques Helleu, the Première made historical past with its modern codes. Initially designed for ladies’s wrists in an period dominated by male watches, the Première broke all the principles. Its elegant format allowed ladies to put on it fitted or draped ever so barely like a bracelet.
02 – Taking inspiration from the stopper of the N°5 fragrance bottle, its octagonal form made it an on the spot icon. Pairing with the Traditional Purse’s interwoven leather-and-chain strap, the Première is the definitive Chanel timepiece by no means goes out of favor.
03 – The unique Première got here with a black lacquer dial encapsulated throughout the gold octagonal case. With none Roman numerals, indices or date, the stylish watch instantly earned prime factors for its minimalist attraction.
04 – Through the years, the Première was predominantly provided in full metal. Nevertheless, this yr sees the unique version making a return with a lovely 18K yellow gold coating. Even on the crown and strap (sure, actual gold), together with the whole 26.1 mm by 20 mm case.
05 – Retailing at SGD8850, the timepiece formally launched at Chanel boutiques on 1 October 2022. With excessive precision quartz motion and 30 m water resistance, the Première Édition Originale seems to be set to reign premiere once more.
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