6 Swiss Luxury Watches that your favourite celebrities love owning

Swiss watches, the global phenomenon, that everyone is catching up with. Whether we’d like to admit it or not, luxury watches have always been so much more than just a time-telling device. Swiss watches have always been known to represent the pinnacle of the horological industry.  Like we talked about in our previous blog, the reasons for owning a luxury watch are fast-growing in number!

What makes luxury watches so coveted? Is it the fact that they are a good status symbol, or is it the novelty of owning something that is recognized instantly? A well-known brand name does vouch for a rich historic legacy. 

Be it to make a global fashion statement, or a way of getting in with the right crowd, celebrities and socialites love building their personal watch collections, and how. We all have heard of David Beckham’s incredible watch collection, right? And who can forget his iconic Tudor that he wears with such elan!

Which watch a celebrity wears tells you a great deal about their styling and personality. Let’s take a closer look at the top 6 luxury Swiss watches that celebrities love to flaunt!  

Top 6 luxury watches that celebrities love to flaunt:

1. Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day Date
2. Cartier Ballon Bleu
3. Panerai Luminor
4. Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 
5. Rolex Daytona
6. IWC Portofino 

1. Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date:

This list could not have started without the mention of this classic. Did you know that Oyster Perpetual Day-Date has been so popular with US presidents, that it’s now known as the Presidents watch?

Launched in 1968, this classic gold plated has a long list of fans and horological enthusiasts looking to add it to their collection. Ever since it’s release about 59 years ago, this watch has remained timeless. This watch is also known to be popular because it is the direct descendant of the original Oyster that was launched in 1926. This is also the first-ever waterproof wristwatch to be produced and the rock-solid foundation on which Rolex has built its empire.

Specialty:  This watch is available both in gold and platinum, and was the first watch to display the weekday and the date and written out completely. Numerous US presidents have relied on the "President watch."

How much does a Day-Date cost?

The classic 18-karat yellow gold Rolex Day-Date 36 in mint condition would cost you around $27,800. A mint-condition Rolex Day-Date 40 in platinum would cost around $57,600, and pre-owned versions can be owned for about $48,900.

Celebrities who love Oyster Perpetual Day-Date: 

John F Kennedy, Fidel Castro, David Beckham, James Gandolfini, Victoria Beckham, LeBron James, Bruno Mars 

2. Cartier Ballon Bleu:

The esteemed jewelers and watchmakers, Cartier still continue to reign the hearts of watch lovers all over the world. This classic watch was even worn by British Royalty, like Kate Middleton. This beautiful timepiece with its soft curves and clean face has such an elegant design, you can’t stop dreaming about it! The understated style, and polished finish suit royalty and celebrities perfectly. 

How much does a Ballon Bleu cost?

The watches in the Ballon Bleu collection have a wide range in size, from 28 to 46 mm in diameter, meaning there's a watch for everyone, and also meaning the prices also can vary drastically from one to the other. The starting prices for a new stainless steel Ballon Bleu is around $3,500 USD, the prices keep varying depending upon the model, like for example,  a Ballon Bleu with an automatic caliber and link bracelet would cost you around $23,400!

Specialty: The Ballon Bleu’s claim to fame would be its protected crown that features a blue sapphire, as well as spectacular complications, like a flying tourbillon!

Celebrities who love Cartier Ballon Bleu: 

Kris Jenner, Kate Middleton, Donatella Versace, Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Sofia Vargera

3. Panerai Luminor : 

The Luminor is undoubtedly is one of the most successful and popular watches among Panerai collections, quite arguably surpassing the Radiomir in comparison. Sylvester “Sly” Stallone was one of the first movie icons to endorse Panerai watches, and Arnold Schwarzenegger and “The Rock” Dwayne Johnson continued the legacy. Legend has it that Stallone was traveling in Italy and fell so much in love with the watch that he chose to wear it on screen, and there’s been no looking back. 

Specialty: The specialties of the Luminor include the chunky and robust cushion case, a clear and large dial surrounded by the bezel and also the bridge-shaped device sealing the crown.

Celebrities who love Panerai Luminor: 

Chris Pratt, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sylvester Stallone, Jason Statham, and Dwayne Johnson.

To learn more about Panerai’s story, read on here. 

4. Audemars Piguet Royal Oak:

Who cannot fall in love with this watches’ incredible style? The octagonal face, the striking hands with the classic AP touch, the Royal Oak has always been extremely popular with celebrities and horologists alike. The fact that this brilliant piece is made from stainless steel instead of platinum or gold like most luxury watches, makes it even more unique. 

Specialty: The AP Royal Oak is known to be the world's first luxury sports watch, which revolutionized the entire watch industry.

How much does the Royal Oak cost?

While the original version is no longer in production, the closest watch to the original model is the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak "Jumbo" Extra-Thin which costs around $29,500

Celebrities who love Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Quartz: 

John Legend, Usher, James Corden, Justin Beiber, Kevin Hart, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi

5. Rolex Daytona:

This evergreen classic has always been incredibly popular with everyone. With a wait time that takes up to about 6 months to buy a Rolex Daytona, the enthusiasm still hasn’t dwindled to own one. 

Specialty:  Apart from being one of the world's most famous chronographs, this robust Rolex is known to be the only conventional chronograph that has been produced by Rolex in the last fifty-four years and is super practical as well as elegant.

How much does a Daytona cost?

The Rolex Daytona (2016 model) in mint condition can cost you around $20,500 USD while the pre-owned versions can be slightly less expensive at about $20,000.

Celebrities who love Rolex Daytona: 

Justin Timberlake, Leonardo Dicaprio, Miley Cyrus, Jason Bateman, John Meyer.

6. IWC Portofino:

This timeless yet elegant timepiece is a must-have for any watch collector. The clean and simple design adds to the understated elegance, making IWC Portofino the epitome of classic Swiss watches. 

Specialty: You cannot take your eyes off of the Portofino round cases that are made of luxurious and elegant as well. design. Some Portofino women's models have more than 60 diamonds on their brilliantly designed bezels, making them one of IWC’s grandest timepieces.

How much does the Portofino cost?

The price of the Portifino you are purchasing depends mainly on the material that you are choosing. A stainless steel Portofino in mint-condition Portofino can cost about $3,800 USD, while the gold version costs around $9,300.

Celebrities who love IWC Portofino: 

Kate Mara, Bradley Cooper, Orlando Bloom Emily Ratajkowski