Rolex, Omega, Patek Philippe and more: 5 top-notch watches you can give this Christmas

The holiday season is fast approaching. Do you know what to get your loved ones yet?

Are you looking to give someone a memorable present, maybe even a potential heirloom? Or perhaps you want to say ‘I love you’ spectacularly. Nothing speaks louder than the right timepiece that complements their lifestyle.

But finding the perfect watch can be easier said than done. Whether they like to spend their days hopping around time zones or diving deep into the ocean, there’s always a watch that will match the occasion. So, Tatler presents this gift guide to ease your mind and help you narrow things down.

For the wanderer

Above Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II (Photo: Rolex)

Heralding the return of 18-carat yellow gold to Rolex’s Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II are two new versions that are masterfully crafted in Oystersteel. Designed for the avid traveller, this timepiece boasts a bidirectional rotatable bezel, a 24-hour graduated Cerachrom insert, and the ability to display two time zones simultaneously. Its unique yet familiar design ensures Rolex aficionados can revel in comfort.

For the sporty

Above TUDOR Pelagos FXD (Photo: TUDOR)

Paying tribute to decades of Tudor watches on the wrists of US Navy divers is the new Pelagos FXD. Aesthetically inspired by watches used by US Navy personnel in the late Sixties, its luminous hour markers, black bezel, dial, and one-piece fabric strap exude an understated aura that balances style and functionality. Waterproof to 200 meters, it’s the perfect complement to divers who like to brave the deep blue.

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For the rugged diver

Above Omega Planet Ocean Dark Grey (Photo: Omega)

First launched in 2005, the Omega’s Planet Ocean line celebrates the watchmaker’s longstanding maritime legacy. Today, they continue to recognise this heritage with a sleek new design and updated features for deep-sea adventurers. Waterproof to 600 meters, an advanced decompression system and anti-magnetism allow the wearer to undergo any task—no matter how arduous.

For the trendsetter

Above Louis Vuitton Tambour in yellow gold (Photo: Louis Vuitton)

Above Louis Vuitton Tambour in rose gold (Photo: Louis Vuitton)

In late spring of 2023, Louis Vuitton relaunched their core timepiece collection, the Tambour, as they moved into a new era of watchmaking. Its ‘quiet luxury’ dial paired with the unique elegance of the bracelet is a marriage between sporty and splendour. Adding to the two existing models are three new iterations—one in steel and rose gold with a grey dial, another in rose gold with a brown dial, and the other in yellow gold and a white dial.

For the globetrotter

Above Patek Philippe Grand Complications 5531G (Photo: Patek Philippe)

This timepiece boasts 24 time zones, a minute repeater with two classic gongs, and a timeless design, all against a steamboat cruising on Lake Geneva. Patek Philippe’s Grand Complications is a testament to the brand’s attention to detail and precision—it prides itself as the first minute repeater that always chimes local time. Its mesmerising dial also displays the names of 41 major cities, allowing the wearer to adjust the city disk to align with the local time zone—perfect for those who are always on the move.

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5 top-notch watches to keep an eye on this Christmas season

For the wanderer

For the sporty

For the rugged diver

For the trendsetter

For the globetrotter