This week’s celebrity watch round-up highlights some stunning timepieces spotted at NFL games, the MTV EMAs, launch parties, and more.
Taylor Swift: Louis Vuitton Tambour
Taylor Swift, known for her minimalistic style, was recently seen in Kansas City sporting a Louis Vuitton Tambour watch. A rare sight for Swift, who typically opts out of accessories, this elegant sports timepiece was a treat for both fashion fans and watch enthusiasts. The Louis Vuitton Tambour was first introduced in 2002, and its 2023 update includes a slimmer design with a 40mm x 8.3mm case. Swift wore the rose gold version featuring a white dial with a gray vertically brushed center, complemented by a rose gold bracelet. Powered by a COSC-certified automatic movement, this model is priced around $64,000.
Rihanna: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Mini Frosted Gold
Rihanna was spotted wearing the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Mini Frosted Gold this week. This luxurious timepiece was released earlier in the year in a 23mm size, continuing the brand’s tradition of smaller Royal Oak designs, with the original dating back to 1997. The frosted gold version is equipped with a “Petite Tapisserie” dial and faceted hour markers filled with luminescent material, ensuring readability in low light. The watch is powered by the Caliber 2730 quartz movement and is available in pink or white gold for $34,000.
Tyla: Jacob & Co. Choker
At the MTV EMAs in Manchester, South African artist Tyla made history as the first African artist to win three awards in one night. For her momentous occasion, she chose a stunning Jacob & Co. choker necklace, adorned with baguette-cut diamonds and valued at $1 million. This innovative way of wearing watches, which gained popularity after Beyoncé wore a similar piece at the MTV Video Music Awards earlier this year, was paired with diamond hoops and a bangle from the same brand. Tyla’s eye-catching look made waves both for her music and her dazzling accessory.
Mark Zuckerberg: Patek Philippe Cubitus
Mark Zuckerberg, the founder of Meta Platforms, shared a post on Instagram featuring his new Patek Philippe Cubitus. This model is the most intricate of the initial three-timepieces released by the brand, boasting an instantaneous grand date and moon phase indicator. Housed in platinum, the 45mm watch has a sunburst blue dial with white gold baton-style markers, reminiscent of the Nautilus design. Zuckerberg, a recent convert to watch collecting, is seen flaunting his growing collection. The Patek Philippe Cubitus is priced at $88,380.
Dwayne Johnson: IWC Portugieser Hand-Wound Tourbillon Day & Night
At the 2024 GQ Men of the Year Party in Los Angeles, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson was seen wearing an IWC Portugieser Hand-Wound Tourbillon Day & Night. This timepiece, released earlier this year, features a 42.5mm case made from IWC’s Armor Gold, a special alloy more durable than traditional gold. The black dial of the watch contrasts beautifully with the day/night globe and the tourbillon cage. The timepiece, paired perfectly with Johnson’s black cowboy attire, comes with a price tag of $79,300.
Larry Jackson: Santos de Cartier Skeleton
Larry Jackson, former Global Creative Director of Apple Music and now co-founder of gamma, wore a stunning Santos de Cartier Skeleton watch at a recent jewelry launch event in Hollywood. The timepiece, crafted in yellow gold, features an openworked movement with skeletonized bridges that form the Roman numerals on the dial. This model, part of the larger Santos de Cartier collection, boasts a matching integrated bracelet with a QuickSwitch interchangeable system. This elegant piece is valued at $70,000.
Victor Cruz: Breitling Chronomat B01 42 NFL Editions
Former New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz was at a Breitling launch event in New York, where he sported the new Breitling Chronomat B01 42 NFL New York Giants edition. As part of Breitling’s NFL series, which includes 32 different models, this limited-edition watch features the team’s colors on the dial and their logo on the sapphire crystal case back. The 42mm stainless steel watch is priced at $9,200, and only 101 pieces of each team’s edition are available.
Wrapping Up
This week’s celebrity watch roundup proves that high-end timepieces are not just for athletes and businessmen—they’re also for musicians and actors. From Taylor Swift’s rare Louis Vuitton to Tyla’s million-dollar Jacob & Co. choker, each watch tells its own story. Whether it’s a traditional Swiss timepiece or a modern, avant-garde design, the wristwear of these celebrities serves as a reflection of their personal style and achievements, making a statement both on and off the red carpet.
