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Sparkle in Style this Party Season with a DKNY Watch!

November 29, 2010
Posted by Laura

Sparkle in Style this Party Season with a DKNY Watch

Sparkle in Style this Party Season with a DKNY Watch!

If there’s any time of year to add a bit of glam and sparkle into your look, then now is the time to go for it! What with the party season upon us, accessories are the key way to update or transform your party outfit and the new watch designs by DKNY are the ultimate show stoppers – remaining elegant and demure but statement and ultra glitzy.

The NY8097 DKNY watch is top of our Christmas list this year as is beautifully trend inspired but is also delicate, glamorous and will instantly compliment every look. With DKNY Watches NY8097a clear polycarbonate bracelet strap, a diamante embellished bezel and highly functional dial, this watch is sophisticated and chic whilst also being trendy and contemporary.

Gold is a huge look this season and the new NY8034 DKNY watch for ladies is a great way of channeling the gold trend in exquisite style. Featuring a gold plated stainless steel triple strand bracelet strap and a petite square dial, this watch is striking but non-fussy and incredibly versatile.

DKNY is renowned for its unique approach to design and the NY8044 DKNY ladies watch is a perfect example of this. The watch features a highly polished stainless steel bracelet strap incorporating four rows of small circular diamante stones which immediately creates a dramatic and glam effect. The styling of the dial then remains minimal for full impact. This style is also available in gold.

Something for the men, the new NY1456 DKNY watch is the absolute depiction of classic sophistication. With its sleek black leather strap and bold silver dial with DKNY Watch NY8079rounded vertical edges, this watch will work with any look and will remain timelessly stylish for years to come – a true DKNY classic!

We are definitely impressed with the new array of DKNY watches, and if you’re looking for some Christmas gift inspiration, a DKNY watch will certainly score you some serious points in the present giving department! Best of all, the collection has something to suit all style preferences.

Police Goes on Facebook – Police Watches

January 5, 2010
Posted by Laura

Police is a brand that is very much respected and favoured for its unique and sophisticated style. Appealing to a young and stylish crowd, Police is very aware of how to target its audience which means using social media to engage people in the brand and help raise its profile. That is why Police has very recently joined the number one social networking site Facebook with a dedicated fan page which has been launched in conjunction with the recent Be Younique campaign.

The special page is an information point whereby fans of the brand can communicate with one another and with Police and also links through to the official Police website. The page includes information on new products, the brand’s history and even a creative section whereby users can look through pictures of store launches around the world, ad campaigns and a section where you can upload pictures of yourself wearing Police products – this is something which has become very popular over the past year and a great way to get people interacting with their favourite brand and feel that they are involved with its development and evolution. The page also includes an interactive section with product videos, a gift guide and backstage news. The final section allows visitors to look at the Police products which also links to that product section of the Police website and also allows them to find their nearest store.

In an economic climate whereby brands have been forced to think of new marketing strategies to reach out to their target audience, social networking sites such as Facebook are a great way to do this as everyone is familiar with it and it ultimately encourages interaction. Police is a young brand and appeals to a young and style orientated customer and this would definitely engage more people and raise its profile and allow people to instantly access new information, products and brand news.

Police watches have launched some fantastic new watches, all of which convey the sophisticated and cool style that has made the brand so popular. The new Police Ranger watch is a men’s design and features a wide textured black leather strap and a large statement dial with silver and red detailing. Capturing key trends such as a chunky aesthetic and prominent dial, this watch also has a number of functions including a sub dial second hand and a date window. The black colour makes this a visually sporty style but there is also a version with a silver dial which transforms the watch into something a little more smart and classic. The new Force men’s Police watch is also one to look out for and is incredibly slick with its wide black leather strap and a large sleek black square dial with orange detailing. This is a watch which is on trend but will look stylish for seasons to come as it retains classic Police statement style. The new Ambassador watch is a further sleek and smart men’s style and the Topgear is a stunningly detailed watch with a chunky and bold aesthetic with real Police attitude!

Police is a lifestyle brand that people love because of its ability to interact and engage with its customers in addition of course to producing effortlessly cool and stylish products that instantly add something unique to your look. A Police watch is the perfect option for every man who likes to look smart and chic and with Christmas becoming nearer by the day; why not treat him to something that will become a staple and statement accessory for years to come – and keep him looking stylish all year round!

A Michael Kors Watch For Every Stylish Lady this Christmas

December 9, 2009
Posted by Laura

The festive season in now upon us and whilst ‘tis the season to be jolly’ the thought of Christmas shopping and enduring hours of pondering what to get your loved ones, can be a little difficult and even quite stressful!

A watch can make the perfect gift and as it is the season to sparkle in style, a Michael Kors watch is the ideal brand to go for as the various designs ooze sophistication and have that luxurious feel that would make every lady feel special.

Michael Kors watches maintain a unique style of their own and are timelessly classic but inject core trend elements. Most of the collection is for women and if you look at the wide range of choices there really is a Michael Kors watch to suit every age range. These watches have become very much sought after and are a must have on every fasionista’s wish list (having been noted on many fashion blogs and in the fashion glossies), who love the exquisite style that creates a highly polished and sophisticated look.

For a slightly younger lady who is more trend orientated and wants a watch that can be worn from day to night, the new MK5198 watch is ideal and retains the Michael Kors sleek finish with its stainless steel strap. The baby pink face keeps the look cute and girly. For a lady who wants something statement and on trend but typical of the Michael Kors style, the new MK4217 with a dual band strap captures the chunky and wide strap trend but the gold exterior and brown tortoiseshell links make the watch instantly recognisable to the Michael Kors brand. The MK5146 with its white acetate bracelet strap with a gold centre section, very much on trend and looks glamorous but is a little more casual in style. For something incredibly elegant the MK4199 watch with a unique horn effect bracelet strap, gold detailing and petite rectangular dial is stunning and will instantly add a striking finish to your look.

Michael Kors is ultimately a brand that creates a polished and elegant finish to your outfit but the designer recognises that to reach out to as wide an audience as possible, the watches must incorporate key trends and be relevant to the current fashion scene. With chunky and wide straps, beautiful colours and fine detailing, he has definitely achieved this and whilst Michael Kors watches appeal to a specific and refined style taste, there is certainly a wide variety to choose from. One thing that all these watches have in common however is that they make every lady feel glamorous, chic and special. The perfect Christmas present for every fashion loving lady!

 

Divine D&G

December 6, 2008
Posted by Becci

The countdown to Christmas is on, so make sure you tick off the days in style by adding some festive features to your wristwear. D&G’s reputation for providing outfits and accessories with added razzamatazz precedes them and their latest watch collection is no different. With hunky, chunky men’s styles and delicate designer delights for the ladies, you can treat yourself to a flashy timepiece, or why not put a smile on someone else’s face with the perfect stocking filler. What’s more, there are over fifty designs to choose from and they’re all on special offer so you don’t even have to feel guilty about the gilt.

If you’re looking for a little inspiration, look no further. For the party season, there’s plenty of sparkle to go round – from mirrored bracelet designs in molten metal’s to jewel-encrusted straps, you’re sure to put a twinkle in someone’s eye. Or, if all the glitz is a little too glam, pick from the Christmas palette instead and match your fob with Rudolph’s nose in a bold and beautiful red.

Fifty years since Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana first teamed up to create their famous fashion house and their still going strong with accessory lines, fragrances and even a restaurant under the D&G umbrella. And it’s not just us who covet the luxury Italian brand – the Beckhams, Kylie Minogue, Lindsay Lohan, Brad Pitt and even Madonna have all been seen with the bejewelled beauties on their wrists. So, if you’re after a celebrity favourite or a ready-to-wear watch with designer credentials, make sure D&G are on your Christmas list.

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