RALPH LAUREN | SIHH 2013 New Watch Collection
WATCH & JEWELRY / SIHH&BASEL
March 30, 2015

RALPH LAUREN | SIHH 2013 New Watch Collection


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Chronometer and Tourbillon!


The RL67 Collection Expands Further


Ralph Lauren's watch collection began in 2009. With its timeless appeal and traditional design, it has grown into a brand that creates major trends in the luxury watch world in just a few short years. One of its representative works isthe "RL67 Safari" series announced last year. Building on its popularity, new models have been added to the collection this year.

Text & Event Photographs by SHIBUYA Yasuhito




Ralph Lauren's timepieces, born from the founder's deep knowledge of vintage watches, combine classic yet fresh designs with the finest movements supplied by prestigious watch Maisons of the Richemont Group. These watches captivate a wide audience, from watch enthusiasts to women.

The highlight of 2013, marking the fifth year since its debut, is undoubtedly the three new models in the sporting collection, affectionately known as "RL67," which continue from last year. The first is a certified chronometer. The second is atourbillon. And the third is the RL67 version of the automotive watch that was well-received last year.



The first two, in particular, are noteworthy models with unprecedented elements that appeal to watch aficionados. Their rugged and impactful outdoor-inspired design serves as a stylish accent for casual wrists. Additionally, the introduction of an SS model for the sporting collection's world timer is also welcome news.

Furthermore, for women, the Stirrup collection, characterized by its stirrup shape, now features a steel link bracelet model. The Art Deco-style 867 collection has also welcomed newhigh jewelrymodels, which should not be overlooked.


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A 1950s Land Rover displayed at the booth, one of Mr. Lauren's cherished vehicles.






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Sporting Collection RL67 Chronometer |
Sporting Collection RL67 Chronometer Model


The most rugged chronometer model today

The vintage-finished black case features screws on the bezel as an accent. The deep charcoal gray dial is adorned with classic colors reminiscent of old luminous paint, and the Arabic numerals at 12 and 6 o'clock are enlarged. This is the brand's first officially certified chronometer model, with a refreshingly rugged and impactful design that evokes a sense of nostalgia (equipped with a movement that has passed the precision tests of COSC - the Swiss Official Chronometer Testing Institute). The khaki canvas strap, treated with a used finish, has a black leather lining and fits comfortably on the wrist.

Automatic winding, vintage-finished stainless steel case, 45mm diameter, 100m water resistance. ¥285,600. Scheduled for May release.








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Sporting Collection RL67 Tourbillon |
Sporting Collection RL67 Tourbillon Model


A tourbillon with an authentic outdoor aesthetic, seemingly rare until now

A slim tourbillon model with an outdoor aesthetic, featuring a rugged gunmetal case and a specially finished bridge of the same material. The mechanism is a "one-minute tourbillon," where the regulating organ completes one rotation per minute. To achieve a slim automatic winding mechanism, instead of a conventional center rotor with the winding axis in the middle of the movement, a micro-rotor is set in a recess within the movement. The operation can be enjoyed by viewing through the see-through case back.

Automatic winding, gunmetal-finished stainless steel case, alligator strap, 44.8mm diameter, 50m water resistance. ¥4,825,800. Scheduled for May release.








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Stirrup Collection Steel Link |
Stirrup Collection Steel Link Small Model


A ladies' model to be enjoyed as a bracelet

A bracelet watch for ladies, featuring a beautiful form created by a series of interconnected rings. The simple two-hand face is also classic and stylish. It fits perfectly with cocktail dresses, business suits, and casual styles, adding a glamorous accent. There is also a high jewelry model in white gold with a small seconds subdial, and full pavé diamond setting on the case, bracelet, and crown.

Quartz, polished stainless steel case & bracelet, 29.3mm x 27.7mm case dimensions, 30m water resistance. ¥219,450. Scheduled for May release.








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Sporting Collection Worldtime SS |
Sporting Collection Worldtime Steel Model


Worldtimer, the long-awaited SS case version

A refreshing worldtimer model with a combination of shiny white hands and indices, a lacquered deep blue dial, and a matching deep blue strap. The detail of using Roman numerals for the indices and Breguet-style hands with rounded tips for the hour and minute hands adds a classic and elegant touch.BreguetThe RL939 movement is based on one of the finest modern world time mechanisms, made by Jaeger-LeCoultre. The price is also much more reasonable than the previous gold case models.

Automatic winding, stainless steel case, alligator strap, 44.8mm diameter, 100m water resistance, see-through back. ¥833,700. Scheduled for May release.







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Sporting Collection RL67 Automotive Chronograph |
Sporting Collection RL67 Automotive Chronograph Model


The bracelet model car enthusiasts have been waiting for

Inspired by the dashboard design of Ralph Lauren's historic 1938Bugatti"Type 57SC Coupe Atlantic," this is the long-awaited evolution of last year's highly popular wooden dial model, thechronographmodel. As it comes with a bracelet, it can be worn regardless of the season. The classic and tasteful elm wood dial fits well with formal styles like suits. The case, made of titanium and resin, is lightweight and exceptionally comfortable to wear.

Automatic winding, Grade 5 titanium & dark green resin case & bracelet, 44.8mm diameter, 100m water resistance. ¥1,711,500. Scheduled for release after the end of the year.











Stirrup Diamond
The "Stirrup Diamond Link - Medium Model" features a total of 1,886 diamonds set in the stirrup-shaped case. The diamonds vary in size across 20 different types, and the pavé setting, finished with a smooth surface, emits maximum brilliance.




867 Diamond Watch
The "867 Watch Collection" is named after the historic flagship store located at 867 Madison Avenue in New York. The "867 Diamond Watch" is a new addition, a high jewelry watch with diamonds set in a white gold square case.



867 Modern Art Deco Watch
The "867 Modern Art Deco Watch" is a unique collection that offers a modern interpretation of glamorous Art Deco design. The rose gold case set with diamonds and the black onyx strap further enhance its elegant appearance.


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