Longines' sensational collections sparkle with precious gems and understated elegance
THIS YEAR, LONGINES has added several new diamond-set models to its three major collections - evidenza, DolceVita and La Grande Classique de Longines.
They highlight the traditional importance that Longines attaches to elegance. In keeping with contemporary tastes, the new diamond-set models all feature distinctive black dials.
In Longines' new Diamond Collections, the stones are used in many different ways, including pave setting on the dial, or in single or double rows. On some models, diamonds decorate stylish Arabic numerals or encircle small seconds dials. It is the stark contrast between black dials and sparkling diamonds that put these models on a pedestal.
Longines' evidenza range is reminiscent of high style and individual freedom. The diamond-set steel tonneau case, black dial and black leather strap or stainless steel bracelet work in harmony with the lacquered black dial and the four diamond-set Arabic numerals.
The chronograph model in the evidenza range is one exception and offers a black dial enhanced with white painted Roman numerals and three counters. The diamonds are set around the bezel.
Additions to the DolceVita range this year cater for contemporary tastes in the form of a rectangular stainless steel case and black leather strap. Each is diamond-set with black dials and hands of silvered steel.