New Omega Planet Ocean Jewelry Collection
Do yourself a favor. Next time you walk past an Omega boutique or an Authorized Dealer of Omega watches make sure you stop in to check out the new Planet Ocean Jewelry range, it is definitely worth a look. Don’t just take my word for it though, actress Nicole Kidman, stunning ambassador for Omega watches, was reportedly so captivated by the new Seamaster Planet Ocean Jewelry chronograph when wearing it for a recent shoot that she didn’t want to take it off afterwards.
Planet Ocean Jewelry Collection
This latest variation of Omega’s famed Planet Ocean certainly won’t suit everyone’s tastes but they are undeniably stunning timepieces. When it was first launched in 2004 the Planet Ocean was featured in steel with the trademark orange bezel that when on to set a color trend for sports watches that still persists. In a radical departure from this original design, the bezel has been luxuriantly and painstakingly set with diamonds to create a breathtaking result worthy of the best jewelry watches in the world.
His and Hers’ Models
It may come as a surprise to learn that this watch has been designed without either sex specifically in mind. That’s right, these watches have been designed to be worn by either men or women. At first I had some trouble reconciling with this fact but the more I look at this watch the more I realize that it is truly uni-sex.
Like the original version the Planet Ocean is available in either 42mm – a suitable size for the current trend of women wearing oversized watches – or a more masculine 45.5mm. The neutral black overtones ensure it does not favor one gender over the other and lend a sense of style and sophistication to the piece. In addition it is becoming increasingly popular for men to wear diamond watches, especially in Asia and the Middle East.
Aesthetically and Technically Brilliant
There are two models, both powered by Omega’s legendary Co-Axial escapement, self-winding COSC certified movements. Both feature brushed stainless steel cases and a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal that is anti-reflective on both sides. Like the original the dials are lacquered black with applied Arabic numerals. They feature the Omega name and logo and indexes and hands coated with white Super-LumiNova. The integrated black alligator strap is fitted with a polished stainless steel fold-over clasp.
The chronograph (pictured above) at 45.5 mm maintains its sporty appeal despite the 45 sizeable diamonds totaling 2.65 carats adorning its bezel. It has a small seconds counter at 9 o’clock, a 30-minute recorder at 3 and a 12-hour recorder at 6, with a small date window at 4:30.
If you prefer a cleaner look there is the sleek and elegant chronometer which also comes in 45.5 mm or 42 mm diameters, the latter with 45 slightly smaller diamonds totalling 1.73 carats. All models have a black triangular dive minute marker with white Super-LumiNova dot, at 12 o’clock.
The Final Word
Omega’s Planet Ocean series has been renowned for setting trends since it first launched back in 2004. This latest variation, whilst far more unique, will be no exception. The brand has successfully married elegance with sport and the result is a stunning series of timepieces. Having said that, in my opinion very few people will be able to successfully pull this watch off.
Fortunately, Nicole Kidman happens to be one of them.
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Surely when Omega created this watch they had movie stars and royalty in mind. They have got to be the only people who have the cash to buy it and the style to pull it off!
Hey I’ve got the style, just not the cash!
Trouble is, non watch lovers think you’re wearing a knock-off with all that glitz.
I get plenty of comments just wearing good ol’ Seamaster Professional.
Still, If I had the money….
Hahaha, I hear you Stephen, a common problem for many of us sadly…Still, sensational looking watch nontheless and there is certainly nothing wrong with a Seamaster Pro!
I LOVE IT! I can’t find the price for this..to give me an idea of how much (and how long) I need to save up
. Anyone got any idea?
Hey Em, its not actually as expensive as you might think (relatively speaking of course!) You’re looking at about $US15 – $16k, compared to about $3k – $4k for the standard model (i.e. without the bling.) Its a fair premium, but then again 45 diamonds will do that!