Speaking of time, this post is about my watch wish list. I have never really owned a watch which I find odd since I hate not knowing the time. Seriously, there have been times I tried to make some form of a sundial with a stick in the ground to know around about what time it was.
I generally rely on my phone to know what time it is and so do a lot of people. But when you don't have your phone the first people you turn to to see if they know the time is a person wearing a watch. There is something so elegant about a watch. The people who wear them seem to be those not so enveloped by modern technology.
The Horse
The Australian brand The Horse is created by Scott and Amy who mainly focus on creating the perfect leather shoe. But the Sydney couple also use their craftsmanship to create beautiful timeless watches which are so popular that every single design on their website is sold out at the moment.
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Photo from The Horse |
Be Optimistic And Thankful creates watches from sealed wax. The wax is melted, dripped onto the dial and stamped to create the pattern of the face - similar to how letters were once sealed. You are given all the options under the sun when purchasing one of these babies. You can choose a number of different colours of the case, face, hands and strap to make your watch as unique as you are.
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Photo from Be Optimistic & Thankful |
You can choose an original face or a number face. The Number face reminds me of the Tic Toc biscuits I used to eat as a kid. The design, also being quite simple uses the colour to make a statement. They are the perfect watch to add a pop of character to an outfit while still remaining classy.
The watch of all watches. Daniel Wellington was named after an English man who was gentlemanly but still relax and unpretentious but most of all, had impeccable style. The brand itself intrigues me. Can you imagine meeting a man halfway round the world that would have so much of an impact on you, that you would spend your life creating a brand in his name?
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Photo from The Pepin Shop |
The thing I love about these watches is that the face is huge! The strap is always simple and a bit quirky and seems a bit mismatched. If you didn't see one you would think it would look ridiculous. But It looks surprisingly sophisticated. They are very 'business in the front, party in the back' and thats what makes them unique.
Lau xx

Great picks! I love the last two! Thanks for you comment on my blog :)!
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Oh my gosh I am a little obsessed with watches recently!! All those above are stunning. But the first two are my fav :)
ReplyDeleteWhat are the price ranges?
Ayesha xx
They are gorgeous! The subheadings a links if you want to check out the sites.
DeleteThe first one is $129 and third $175. The second is only $85. However it seems that you are unable to order online. I found Be Optimistic And Thankful over a year ago, but looking on their Facebook page, they haven't been taking orders since around May last year. They were supposed to reopen in June, but never did. I guess we'll just have to wait and see!
Lauren xx
Thanks! Yes I had a look at the second one and couldn't find any price on the site.
DeleteAre you interested in vintage watches? There's a UK brand called Olivia Burton (I'm from the UK) that do beautiful vintage watches.
Ayesha xx
Yeah I do like vintage watches, I will definitely have a look! Thanks!
DeleteHello Lau...
ReplyDeleteI really enjoy reading your blog. It would mean a lot if you check and follow mine if you like.
xoxo Nika
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Thankyou so much! Of course I will check it out xx
DeleteGreat wish list, I love the last two x
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