Haute Elegance Oval Watch B81193266

The Watch
Pierre Balmain - a visionary force in haute couture - has now turned his eye to watchmaking. The iconic fashion house, a fixture on the runway circuit, brings its signature elegance to a refined timepiece collection. This Haute Elegance model features an oval case measuring 26mm wide by 31.7mm long. The rose gold PVD-treated case sits beautifully against feminine wrists. A slim crown at 3 o'clock allows easy adjustment of the hands. The case back provides water resistance up to 5 ATM. Bold yet refined, this watch carries the unmistakable spirit of a couture legend - perfect for the discerning woman who wants a timepiece as distinctive as her style.

The Dial
The visionary eye of Balmain's founder shines through in this oval-shaped dial, set against a deep, distinctive background. Composed of mother-of-pearl, the dial comes alive with shifting light that deepens its intensely dark hue. Rose gold details are scattered across this haute-couture dial with precision: four delicate rose gold dot indices mark 3, 6, 9, and 12 o'clock. Closer to the center, a first ring is framed by a fine rose gold border, its surface adorned with a delicate guilloché finish that adds depth and texture. At the heart of the dial, two majestic rose gold dauphine hands track the hours and minutes with elegance. A subtle small seconds sub-dial sits at 6 o'clock. The Parisian signature is applied just above the hands, while "Swiss made" is inscribed at the bottom of the dial.

The Movement
This watch embodies the perfect union of sleek, distinctly French design and Swiss watchmaking quality. Powering the timepiece is a Swiss-made quartz movement - caliber ETA 980.153 - prized for its precision and reliability.

The Strap
Balmain watches are built to uphold a certain standard of prestige. For this Haute Elegance Oval model, the choice fell on a genuine leather strap - crafted entirely from calfskin with an embossed lizard-skin texture for an extra touch of wrist-ready style. Its deep black tone echoes the dial's rich mother-of-pearl, while the rose gold deployant clasp ties the whole look together seamlessly.

Water Resistance
This model offers water resistance up to 5 atmospheres (50 m), so its beauty doesn't come at the cost of durability. You can wear it in the shower - though the Ocarat team recommends leaving it by the sink to preserve its brilliance and integrity over time. For swimming and diving, we strongly advise against wearing this watch, as exposure could cause damage requiring costly repairs.