This week’s watch spotting lineup features a range of celebrities and musicians, each wearing a timepiece that reflects their unique style. British celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, known for his culinary skills, was seen sporting a Patek Philippe Aquanaut Travel Time 5164R. Meanwhile, musicians Billy Strings and DJ Khaled made appearances in a Vanguart Orb and an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept “Black Panther” Flying Tourbillon, respectively.
In the acting world, Will Smith showcased a Jacob & Co. Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon Baguette Diamonds, Kiki Layne attended a film premiere with a TAG Heuer Aquaracer Date, and Paul Mescal was spotted wearing a vintage 1970s Cartier Incurvé. NBA champion Jayson Tatum, off the court, wore an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Double Balance Openworked. Let’s take a closer look at each timepiece.
Gordon Ramsay: Patek Philippe Aquanaut Travel Time 5164
Chef Gordon Ramsay, often seen in his kitchen, took to Instagram this week wearing a Patek Philippe Aquanaut Travel Time 5164R. This stunning timepiece is made from rose gold and features a brown embossed dial with gold applied numerals. The watch is designed for travelers, offering a second time zone indicated by an additional skeletonized hand, which can be hidden when not in use. The local time can be adjusted using two buttons on the left side of the case. The date is also linked to the local time setting. This luxury piece comes with a price tag of $63,040.
Billy Strings: Vanguart Orb
Grammy-winning musician Billy Strings made an appearance on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, wearing a Vanguart Orb. Known for his collection of neo-vintage and modern independent timepieces, Strings’ choice fits perfectly with his style. The Vanguart Orb features a hand-finished flying tourbillon movement, with an orbital oscillating weight that can float around a sloped PVD-coated titanium track. In automatic mode, the weight revolves around its track, while in manual mode, it locks in place. This eye-catching watch is priced at $175,000 and is available at Material Good in New York.
DJ Khaled: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept “Black Panther” Flying Tourbillon
DJ Khaled, a prominent watch collector, was spotted with Dwyane Wade at the We The Best Foundation x Jordan Golf Classic, wearing the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept “Black Panther” Flying Tourbillon. This limited-edition timepiece, created in collaboration with Marvel Comics, features a laser-engraved white gold Black Panther at the center of the dial. The figure is intricately hand-finished with engraving and painting to give it depth. With a price of $171,200, this watch blends high-end horology with superhero culture.
Will Smith: Jacob & Co. Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon Baguette Diamonds
Will Smith took to Instagram this week flaunting the Jacob & Co. Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon Baguette Diamonds, a watch that showcases his love for luxury. Designed to mirror the elegance of the Bugatti Chiron hypercar, this watch is housed in a 44 mm rose gold case and features over 500 components. The watch’s automaton references the W16 engine block of the Chiron and includes additional details like a power reserve shaped like a fuel gauge and a tourbillon carriage modeled after a radiator. This extravagant timepiece, with baguette-cut diamonds, is priced at $1.2 million.
Kiki Layne: TAG Heuer Aquaracer Date
Actress Kiki Layne was seen wearing a TAG Heuer Aquaracer Date at the premiere of The Brutalist in Los Angeles. This bi-color watch features a stainless steel and yellow gold case and a mother-of-pearl dial with diamonds. With a 27 mm case size, it follows the current trend of smaller wristwatches, and the diamond-set bezel adds an extra touch of luxury. Water-resistant to 300 meters, the watch is powered by a quartz movement and priced at $5,350.
Paul Mescal: Cartier Incurvé
Irish actor Paul Mescal attended the 2024 Museum Gala in New York wearing a vintage Cartier Incurvé from the 1970s. This rare model, made in yellow gold, features a square shape with Cartier’s signature black Roman numerals and a cabochon crown. Known for being one of Cartier’s less documented designs, the Incurvé is highly sought after in the pre-loved market, where it can range in price from $2,000 to $7,000.
Jayson Tatum: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Double Balance Openworked
NBA star Jayson Tatum was spotted wearing the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Double Balance Openworked, a watch that reflects his refined taste in timepieces. Housed in a 41 mm stainless steel case, this watch features one of Audemars Piguet’s most precise movements, incorporating a second balance wheel for exceptional accuracy. The slate gray skeletonized dial is highlighted with pink gold applied hour markers. This luxury watch comes with a price tag of $76,400.
These celebrities and athletes each chose timepieces that complement their unique styles, with designs ranging from the classic to the avant-garde. Whether making a statement on the red carpet or in the kitchen, these luxury watches demonstrate the intersection of craftsmanship and celebrity culture.
