Well known to watch aficionados are names such as the Nautilus and the Royal Oak, those famed early examples of the ‘luxury sports watch.’ 

But there were other such timepieces with integrated bracelets designed in the 1970s and 1980s, of which Chopard’s St. Moritz was one. Recently reimagined in the form of the brand’s Alpine Eagle, the original St. Mortiz was a celebration of the famed Swiss alpine ski resort, based around the principles of utilitarian design and ‘form follows function.’ 

Another example of the brand’s pioneering work in ladies’ luxury sports watches was the Gstaad. Available in 24mm or 32mm in precious metals, this collection — likewise named after a Swiss ski resort — is perhaps less known than the St. Mortiz, but represents a wonderful alternative to watches such as Cartier’s Tank or Bulgari’s Serpenti for someone searching for a refined, elegant timepiece.

This particular Gstaad is features a 24mm 18K yellow gold case with a factory diamond-set yellow gold bezel, a gloss white dial with diamond indices, a matching yellow gold handset, and a beautiful matching yellow gold multi-link bracelet with a signed hidden deployant clasp - also set with factory diamonds.

Powered by a reliable quartz movement, this 1990s gem is ready for a night out on the town — especially a glitzy ski town in mid-winter!