CITIZEN x S
With innumerable brands and a wide array of models to wade through, plus a ton of unfamiliar jargon to wade through (what’s a unidirectional bezel and why does anyone need one?) choosing a watch as a gift can be a serious undertaking. Fortunately, between sporty diver’s watches, modern dress watches, and old-school Swiss timepieces, Citizen Group’s suite of brands offers stylish options for every taste. From colourful Bulova chronographs to stately Frederique Constant moon phase dials, here are a few of our favourites.
Monochrome Chic: Citizen Attesa
The understated black-on-black aesthetic of the Attessa bellies the complex technology it contains. A Citizen flagship, this model represents the brand’s most recent advances in technology and style, from its Super Titanium and bracelet to its Satellite Wave GPS functionality. More impressive still, it’s powered entirely by light, assuring years of accurate timekeeping without the need for a new battery. $2,995
Style under pressure: The Alpina Diver Extreme Automatic
This riff on the classic look of a mid-century dive watch blends distinctive modern elements with a pro-level specs. A grey dial textured with Alpina’s triangular motif (the triangle represents the mountains of the brand’s Swiss home) gives it an industrial flavour without sacrificing readability. Likewise, the brushed and polished stainless steel case is rated water-resistant to 300 metres, making it as robust as it is versatile. $3,495
Swiss refinement: Frederique Constant Classic Worldtimer Manufacture
If this Swiss-made timepiece looks complicated, that’s because it is. Designed as a tool for world-travellers, the Classic Worldtimer Manufacture features a dial that enables the wearer to track the time in 24 major world cities, along with a day/night indicator, and date display—all powered by the watch’s automatic mechanical movement. Thanks to a contrast-stitched alligator strap, it makes for an impressive package in any time zone. $6,295
Flying colours: Bulova E1 Team Miami
As the official timekeeping partner of E1 Team Miami, Bulova created the new Team Miami E1 Racing Marine Star B to commemorate the E1 Championship, in which experimental watercraft hit speeds up to 90 km/h while foiling over the surface of Lake Como. But you don’t need to follow the high-stakes sport of electric boat racing to appreciate the bold looks of this summer-ready chronograph. Thanks to its bold electric blue and orange livery, it’s the perfect accessory for sunny days on or off the water. $695
From here to the moon: Frederique Constant Manufacture Classic Power Reserve Big Date
Nothing complements a sleek tailored suit like a traditional Swiss timepiece, and the Frederique Constant Manufacture Classic Power Reserve Big Date, whose dial includes a moon phase indicator, is tailor-made for the role. With its combination of a navy blue dial and matching alligator strap, it’ll look especially good next to the cuff of a crisp white dress shirt. $6,995
