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VAN CLEEF &
ARPELS
Fleurs d'Hawaï
secret watch
an Cleef & Arpels continues its
tradition of secret watches
with a tropical twist in the new
Fleurs d'Hawaï collection.
Inspired by lush island blooms,
these transformable timepieces double
as jewelry—designed to be worn as a watch,
bracelet, clip, or pendant.
This standout model pairs white gold with
aquamarine, white mother-of-pearl, and
brilliant-cut diamonds. A corolla of 12 perfectly
matched pear-cut stones encircles the dial,
which is hidden beneath a pivoting floral
motif—an elegant nod to the French maison's
love of surprise. At the center, a single pear-cut
diamond sparkles at 12 o'clock: a glimmering
focal point.
The watch's gold structure is crafted using
the lost-wax casting technique and openworked
to allow light to pass through the stones,
which enhances their natural color. Each petal is
angled to create dimension, while a curved
golden leaf adds asymmetry. Seven diamonds
are set at the center, surrounded by polished
gold beads and rounded prongs. Each element is
finished by hand.
The collection also includes versions in
rhodolite with rose gold and citrine with yellow
gold, each paired with a satin strap that
echoes the hue of the stones, turning each
watch into a high-color statement piece.
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This season's standout
timepieces prove that
sparkle and substance can
go hand-in-hand.
BY JOSHUA HENDREN
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BALHAR B O U RSH O P S .CO M ; B UYI N G I N D E X , PAG E 20 6
