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by Charlotte Wannebroucq · CNE Accredited Gemmologist

ELEGANCE AND HIGH WATCHING ART OF CHANEL

At the prestigious Watches and Wonders fair, the house of CHANEL presented its latest collection, titled CHANEL COUTURE O'CLOCK. Inspired by the graphic universe of Mademoiselle Chanel's atelier and the tools of its skilled seamstresses, this capsule collection elegantly combines watchmaking, jewelry, and art craftsmanship.
Charlotte Wannebroucq, CNE-certified expert gemmologist
Founder and Editor-in-Chief
Updated on April 19
Updated on 19 April 2024
© CHANEL
CHANEL WATCHES AND WONDERS 2024

Elegance and high-end watchmaking from CHANEL, new creations at the salon Watches and Wonders.

Musical Clock Atelier Couture © CHANEL
Musical Clock Atelier Couture
© CHANEL

At the salon Watches and Wonders, The house CHANEL presented his latest collection, titled CHANEL COUTURE O’CLOCK. Inspired by the graphic universe of Mademoiselle Chanel’s atelier and the tools of her skilled seamstresses, this capsule collection elegantly blends horology, jewelry, and fine craftsmanship.

It should be noted that the house's creations are renowned for their creative audacity, and these new creations are no exception. Among the key pieces are: The Musical Clock Atelier Couture,  the Sautoir Bust Couture. Not to mention the Time of the Lion and Rose Edition.
It’s a dive into the animated universe of the rue Cambon workshop that unfolds. The Musical Clock Atelier Couture He orchestrates a choreography of couture busts to the rhythm of the song «My Woman», a melody dear to Mademoiselle Chanel.
This unique piece evokes Gabrielle Chanel’s apartment through its chandelier with tassels, its base inspired by the quilted sofa, and its gold decorations. Featuring a key mounted on a gold chain studded with diamonds, this exceptional timepiece allows one to unravel its complex mechanism. The time is read on a measuring tape, adding a playful touch to this piece that combines functionality and aesthetics. Talented artisans contributed to every detail, from the tassels embedded in the diamond-studded chandelier to the meticulously crafted and tuned musical mechanism.
Then we discover The Sautoir Bust Couture which reinvents the codes of the watch by incorporating the couture bust, emblematic of the world of fashion. Set with more than 20 carats of snow-set diamonds in yellow gold, this exceptional jewel embodies luxury. Hidden within its size, the black lacquered dial adds a touch of mystery to this sophisticated piece.
Navigating between the subtleties of contrasts and meticulous details, the black lacquered dial of The Musical Clock Atelier Couture also opens the way to the discovery of Time of the Lion. An expression of strength and grandeur through watchmaking creations.

Sautoir Buste Couture © CHANEL
Sautoir Buste Couture
© CHANEL

The artisans use exceptional techniques to create watches, bracelets and cufflinks that pay tribute to this symbol of the House. Decorated with diamonds and onyx, these Haute Horlogerie pieces are designed as true jewels that pay tribute to Gabrielle Chanel’s astrological sign. Finally, the new edition Rose de CHANEL Celebrates femininity through a palette of pink, a color that has marked Gabrielle's collections. Created by the Horlogerie Creation Studio, these four creations, adorned with variations of this delicate hue, dress the new J12 and Boy Friend, associated with beige gold, the house’s signature characterize the universe CHANEL.

In a whirlwind of watches and creations at the fair Watches and Wonders, the collection CHANEL COUTURE O’CLOCK It reminds us that time is more than just a measure. It is also a reflection of history, an expression of art, and an invitation to savor every moment with elegance and refinement.

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Charlotte Wannebroucq, CNE-certified expert gemmologist
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Charlotte Wannebroucq

Gemmologist expert, member of the CNE-Art, and expert in signed jewelry. Twenty-five years of experience at the heart of Parisian jewelry, between the Carré Rive Gauche and Place Vendôme.
She signs the decryptions of collections, the analyses of stones and the estimates published in Esprit Joaillerie. Each piece commented on is examined in person, in the workshop, in the sales room or in the showroom.
  • Expertise

    Gemmology and signed jewellery

  • Member

    CNE-Art

  • Experience

    Over 25 years in Parisian jewellery