Whether you're looking to splurge on yourself or your loved ones, Diwali week is the perfect time to go all out and snag a timepiece that you've had your eye on. From tried and tested modern classics to some eye-catching statement pieces, here's our top luxury watch recommendations for the festive season:
Rado True Square Thinline R27047902
A seamless blend of artistry and Swiss precision, the Rado True Square Thinline captures attention with its modern edge and green mother-of-pearl dial—a subtle if indirect nod to the rising trend for stone dials in today’s watchmaking. The polished green high-tech ceramic case and bracelet echo a refined, contemporary style, while its 37 mm monobloc construction and flat sapphire crystal embody the brand’s dedication to durability. Inside, the reliable Quartz Rado calibre R420 ensures timekeeping accuracy, making this piece a bold yet elegant companion for any occasion.
Tudor Clair de Rose M35800-0010
The Tudor Clair de Rose blends Tudor's legacy of durability with a feminine elegance that’s both refined and distinctive. In a 34 mm steel case with a guilloché blue dial and diamond-set indexes, this watch captures the allure of moonlight, complemented by a steel bracelet with rice-grain links. Powered by the reliable calibre T601 with a 38-hour power reserve, it offers precision and grace, showcasing Tudor’s expertise in crafting timeless women's dress watches.
Favre Leuba Sea Sky Revival
An incredible choice for someone with a penchant for Indian watch collecting heritage, this charming blast from the past offers classic 1970s design cues all wrapped in a painstakingly-finished package that showcases the best retro-revival aesthetics to come out of Switzerland in recent years.
Breitling Superocean Heritage 42
A stylish nod to the 1950s with unmistakable design flair, the Superocean Heritage brings a refined, sporty edge to the modern diver's watch. From its iconic triangular hands to the polished ceramic bezel, every detail speaks to a balance between heritage and innovation. Available in versatile sizes and materials like stainless steel and 18k red gold, it also boasts dial options in black, blue, or green. Paired with either a mesh bracelet or rubber strap and driven by the COSC-certified Breitling Caliber B20, the watch remains a chic statement of timeless elegance.
Longines Spirit Flyback L38215532
The Longines Spirit Flyback, now in steel and 18-carat gold, honours the brand’s aviation legacy with green and brown dials and ceramic bezel inserts. The exclusive L791.4 calibre, resistant to magnetic fields and COSC-certified, provides a precise 68-hour power reserve. The transparent back reveals a gold-engraved rotor, while gold-accented hands and numerals enhance the bold look. Each model’s leather strap complements the dial, capturing the trend for earthy, adventure-ready design in modern watchmaking.
Carrera Chronograph CBS2211.FC6545
The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph in 39mm is a bold fusion of heritage and modernity, celebrating the collection’s 60th anniversary. With its striking teal green brushed dial featuring a single minute counter and angled date, this watch is sleek and ultra-legible. Water-resistant to 100 metres and powered by the TH20-07 DATO movement, it embodies TAG Heuer’s commitment to precision. Paired with a refined black alligator leather strap, this Carrera is a statement of enduring style for any occasion.
Bulgari Serpenti Seduttori Watch
The BVLGARI Serpenti Seduttori, affectionately known as the ‘baby’ Serpenti, brings the brand’s iconic snake motif into a refined 33 mm case. Its drop-shaped steel and rose gold design, paired with a white dial and scale-mimicking bracelet, embodies BVLGARI's signature allure in a more petite, wearable form. Powered by a quartz movement, this watch is a chic yet subtle nod to the brand's high-jewellery heritage.
