The 7 Best Watches of the Week: A Celeb-Studded Lineup
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After a brief hiatus, celebrities are back on the red carpet, and they're not just bringing their A-game in terms of fashion; they're also showcasing their finest luxury timepieces. From Chris Pratt's Hublot to Dwayne Johnson's IWC, the week's best watches are a mix of classic and contemporary designs, each with its own unique story.
Chris Pratt: Hublot Big Bang Unico Titanium
Chris Pratt, known for his Panerai and IWC collections, surprised everyone by rocking a Hublot Big Bang Unico Titanium for a Mercy photocall in London. This watch, released in 2018, is a smaller, 42 mm alternative to the original 44 mm model. It features a titanium case and a black skeleton dial, offering glimpses of the self-winding HUB1280 Unico movement. With a power reserve of approximately 72 hours and a chronograph system with a flyback function, it's a watch that's both functional and stylish. Priced at $22,800, it's a statement piece that's sure to turn heads.
Jacob Elordi: Cartier Tank LC
Jacob Elordi, who won Best Supporting Actor at the Palm Springs International Film Festival for his role in Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein, was spotted wearing a Cartier Tank Louis Cartier. Released in 2023, this watch features a green lacquered dial and an alligator strap, contrasting with a 25.5 mm gold case, matching gold hands, and a beaded crown set with a synthetic cabochon-shaped spinel. Elordi, a newly minted Cartier ambassador, paired this $14,800 piece with earrings from the Juste un Clou and Love collections, creating a cohesive and elegant look.
Colman Domingo: Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra
Colman Domingo, who recently became an ambassador for Boucheron, killed it on the red carpet at the Los Angeles screening of Dead Man's Wire. He paired a chic Zenga ensemble with Boucheron bling and his go-to Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra. Released in 2024, this reference has a simple black lacquered dial, free of the horizontal 'teak' pattern typically found on the Aqua Terra. The model is available in 41, 38, or 34 mm stainless-steel cases, each with a different Master Chronometer-certified movement. The 41 mm version, priced at $7,000, comes with a Caliber 8900.
Dwayne Johnson: IWC Portugieser Perpetual Calendar
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson wore a fittingly powerful IWC Portugieser Perpetual Calendar to Variety's Creative Impact Awards. Introduced in 2015, this 44.2 mm red-gold reference features a silver dial with indicators for the date, day, month, and year, as well as a perpetual moon phase display, a power reserve indicator, and a small seconds subdial. The automatic movement (Caliber 52610) provides an incredible power reserve of seven days, and the high-precision moon phase display only requires a one-day adjustment every 577.5 years. Priced at $52,700, it's a watch that's both functional and a testament to Johnson's style.
Connor Storrie: Hublot Classic Fusion King Gold
Connor Storrie, star of Heated Rivalry, wore a royally flashy Hublot Classic Fusion King Gold as he announced the 32nd Annual Actor Awards Nominations at SAG-AFTRA in L.A. on Wednesday. This specific King Gold iteration features a 38 mm case and bezel in Hublot's signature 18-karat rose-gold alloy, which is warmer than traditional 5N gold. The black sunray dial is topped with King Gold hands and markers, creating an eye-catching contrast. The self-winding movement (HUB1110) has a 48-hour power reserve. The King Gold is available in four sizes, with the 38 mm model retailing for $21,100.
Paul Mescal: Cartier Tank LC
Paul Mescal, who is an ambassador for both Gucci and Cartier, has found a fail-safe combination for red carpets: Gucci suits and Cartier watches. He wore a Cartier Tank Louis Cartier to both the Critics Choice Awards and the Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards. Released in 2022, this watch features a large 18-karat yellow gold case, a minimalist black dial with gold sword-shaped hands, a beaded crown set with a synthetic cabochon-shaped spinel, and a black alligator strap. Priced at $14,800, it's a timeless piece that's sure to turn heads.
These watches are not just accessories; they're extensions of the celebrities who wear them, reflecting their personalities and style. Whether it's the boldness of a Hublot or the timeless elegance of a Cartier, each watch tells a story, and these are some of the best from the week.
