Watch Guide: 7 Best Luxury Watches to Have in 2021

Now that a new year is coming up, what is one of the best ways to welcome it other than drinking champagne while watching fireworks? Treating yourself with a luxury watch, that is. But finding the perfect watch that fits your preferences is not easy. The volume of the brands alone can be overwhelming. Browsing through hundreds of brands and thousands of timepieces trying to find the one you might want to have on your wrist is such a task. And if you manage to narrow it down, there are chances that the particular model that you want might not even be available. There is a reason the pre-owned watch market is so vast.

If you are looking for watches and do not want to go through such troubles, this watch guide has listed seven wristwatches worth your attention, including brands like Rolex, Maurice Lacroix, Montblanc, Patek, and Chanel, amongst others. These brands offer high quality and timeless timepieces that sure are worthy recommendations.With that in mind, here are seven of the best luxury watches to have in 2021:

• Maurice Lacroix Pontos Chronograph 43mm

Watch brands are fond of celebrating anniversaries. There were unusually few that celebrated this year, but one worth mentioning is the 20th year of Pontos timepiece from a Maurice Lacroix line-up. 

To commemorate the anniversary, Maurice Lacroix introduced new versions of the said model. The Pontos Chronograph 43mm is what appealed to us the most. With a black sun-brushed dial, sandblasted counters, and polished ring, this sleek design is incredibly a must-have. 

• Frédérique Constant FC710N4S4

Known for its technical excellence and attention to detail attitude, the Frédérique Constant is a brand that is worthy of your attention. FC FC710N4S4 model was designed and made with the utmost care. Its sophisticated dial shows remarkable polishing, something the brand is famous for. This model features a rose gold-plated stainless steel case plated with a leather strap. It has a navy blue dial with rose gold-tone index markers and hands give the timepiece a classy look finish. 

• Chanel J12 Paradoxe

Another brand that celebrated an anniversary this year is Chanel. It has enjoyed continued success with its J12 watch collection since the first line was released and sold 20 years ago. To pay homage, Chanel released new versions of J12. One of the newer models in this collection is the J12 Paradoxe.

A true masterpiece, the Paradoxe has an undoubtedly eye-catching two-toned feature. Its bi-color details (a combination of white and black) of the wristwatch are made with two colored ceramic case components. It measures 38mm across, 12.6mm thick, and is crafted with a highly scratch-resistant case and bracelet and a case back made with a sapphire crystal display. With it having a 70-hour power reserve and is 200mm water-resistant, it is a watch worth investing in. 

• Emporio Armani Chiara Quartz

The Italian fashion house Emporio Armani offers a wide range of timepieces, both for men and women. Its Chiara Quartz model has a stunning yet minimal design. It was crafted with a white dial with gold-tone accents in the forms of the brand eagle logo, its hands, and stick markers. This watch is just not only neat and classy-looking, but it is also comfortable and durable with its band made of calfskin.  

• Patek Philippe Calatrava

Regal, elegant, luxurious, prestigious, and every word synonymous would best be used to describe the timepieces of Patek Philippe. This Genevan watchmaker crafts extravagant, majestic, and the most stunning watches in the world. Excellent with its craftsmanship and known for its astounding designs, a Patek Philippe piece is something you would want to bring into your new year.

The limited edition of the Calatrava collection features orchids that symbolize refinement and grace on its dials. The designs and intricate details were created by hand, and more than 60 cm of gold wire for the gold base plate. 

• Montblanc 1858

Montblanc has released seven new models in the 1858 and Heritage collections, but one that caught our attention is the MB119909. Belonging to the Geosphere Limited Edition of the brand, this watch is perfect for adventures, particularly for mountaineers. Its full moss-green color resembles nature and has a bronze case that shows directions on the outer side. 

It features a 42mm case with a global time compilation of two globes on opposing sides, providing a full rotation of 24 hours. The globes both have night and day indicators, allowing the wearer to be aware of different time zones around the world. These are coated with SuperLumiNova giving them a glow-in-the-dark look. The green textile brand matches and finishes off the look. 

•  Rolex Submariner

A watch list can never be complete without having a Rolex piece on it. The remarkable Rolex Submariner is considered one of the most successful diver’s watches in history. It is powered with an in house movement called Rolex Manufacture 3135 put in a 904L stainless steel case which is waterproof up to 1,000 feet. It is undoubtedly a great investment.