The world of celebrity wristwear is a fascinating one, with each new watch release offering a unique blend of style, craftsmanship, and, in some cases, a touch of the extraordinary. This week, we've seen a range of watches that showcase the diverse tastes of some of Hollywood's most stylish stars. From the ultra-glitzy to the simple and sporty, these watches are not just accessories but statements of personality and status.
One of the most striking watches of the week belongs to Colman Domingo, who graced the red carpet at the Disclosure Day premiere in Paris. His choice of an Omega Constellation with a meteorite dial is particularly intriguing. The watch, released in 2024, features a small 28 mm case in yellow gold with a mono-rang bracelet, a diamond-set bezel, and a meteorite dial. The asteroid-derived material, treated with a linen color, gives the watch a distinctive and unique appearance. The dial is adorned with diamond hour markers and the signature Constellation star, adding to the watch's luxurious appeal. Inside, a reliable quartz movement (Omega 4061) powers this timepiece, which retails for $31,000.
Mark Ronson, another style icon, flexed an elegantly minimal Audemars Piguet Royal Oak designed in collaboration with Matthew Williams of Alyx fame. This particular watch, one of four limited-edition Royal Oaks released in 2023, is crafted in 18-karat gold with a 37 mm case, an integrated bracelet, and a dial featuring the full name of Williams’s streetwear label (1017 ALYX 92M) at six o’clock and the AP logo at 12. The eight white-gold screws on the bezel provide a subtle contrast, giving the watch a truly minimalist feel. It was originally limited to 194 examples, with a retail price of $90,400.
Jamie Bell kept things classic at a Half Man event in Hollywood, opting for a simple yet smart Rolex Explorer. The watch pairs an Oystersteel case and bracelet with a highly legible black dial showing luminescent three, six, and nine numerals and markers plus “Mercedes-style” hands. Inside lies an in-house self-winding movement (Caliber 3230) with a 70-hour power reserve. The 36 mm version costs $7,900, while the 40 mm retails for $8,350.
Paul Anthony Kelly, who played JFK Jr. in Love Story, seems to be developing a love story with Vacheron Constantin. He has been spotted in a Traditionnelle, an elegant watch introduced in 2009 with a 38 mm case in 18-karat pink gold and a classic white dial with matching gold accents. The Traditionnelle’s signature railroad-style track runs around the edge of the dial, and the small seconds subdial at 6 o’clock. Flip it over, and you'll find an exhibition caseback that gives a full view of the manually wound movement with exceptional finishes and a power reserve of nearly three days. This watch is available for $27,300.
Michael Strahan, a former NFL Hall of Famer, likely made a few collectors green with envy this week, flexing the khaki-colored Patek Philippe Aquanaut at an event in New York. Released in 2019, the watch features a 42.2 mm “Jumbo” case and bezel in white gold and a dial and strap in a hue that Patek says “evokes adventure and wide horizons.” The self-winding movement (Caliber 26-330 S C) offers sweep seconds, a date display at 3 o’clock, and a stop-seconds function, plus a 45-hour power reserve. The piece retails for $57,890.
Bert Kreischer, a comedian, has quite a few Rolexes in his collection, but he chose to wear a glitzy GMT-Master II for an event in Los Angeles. This specific 40 mm piece (Ref. 126718GRNR) is one of the Crown’s dressiest GMTs, with a yellow-gold case and Jubilee bracelet, a black dial, and a two-tone black and gray Cerachrom bezel. It will cost you $48,400, reflecting the recent Rolex price hikes.
These watches not only showcase the personal style of their wearers but also highlight the craftsmanship and innovation that go into creating these timepieces. From the minimalist elegance of the Audemars Piguet to the rugged charm of the Patek Philippe Aquanaut, each watch tells a story and offers a unique perspective on the world of luxury wristwear.
