Can a company famous for making good polo shirts make good quality watches too? We get asked this question a lot from first-time watch buyers. In this article, we answer it by looking closely at the Lacoste brand and the story behind its iconic reptilian logo. Lacoste Brand History Jean René Lacoste was a … Read more
In this review, we probe Calvin Klein, the brand, and demonstrate that quality fashion brands exist. And unless you are a watch snob, there’s no reason not to like Calvin Klein watches. Calvin Klein is a lifestyle and fashion titan known for its bold apparel and accessory designs. It’s one of the most recognizable fashion … Read more
The word “affordable” is very subjective since what seems cheap to one woman may seem expensive to another. While wealthy watch collectors drop thousands of dollars on a single “affordable luxury” watch, a first-time watch buyer may not want to spend more than she would on a new pair of jeans, purse or other … Read more
You’re standing in line at a grocery store and see the person in front of you checking their watch. Nothing unusual there. But then, they tap it, laugh, tap it again, and talk into it like they’re talking to their best friend. No, you’re not crazy. And no, they’re not crazy either. You’re witnessing the … Read more
Since its establishment in 1902 by the Stüdi family, the Festina brand continues to live up to the watch standards of its ancestral home, La Chaux-de Fonds, Switzerland. Festina has such a long history that covering all of it would take a full day of reading—time we doubt you have. So, in the interest … Read more
The term “affordable” is a tough one to nail down since what seems cheap to one person may seem expensive to another. While some watch collectors may be able to afford to spend thousands of dollars on a single watch, a first-time watch buyer may not want to spend more than he would on a … Read more
We’ve discussed a number of Rolex bezel styles on the site—there’s the Pepsi, Coke, Batman—and their more affordable alternatives. This article will feature another Rolex bezel style, the “root beer.” This Rolex GMT model may not be as well-known as the Pepsi and Coke variants, but it’s quite popular among watch enthusiasts and Rolex collectors. … Read more
G-Shock is one of Casio’s more popular products and is a brand that has carved its own niche in the watch market. G-Shock debuted back in the 1980s and has kept the ball running with its remarkable goal of providing the public with a modern, multi-functional, and extremely durable timepiece. G-Shock, which is an abbreviation … Read more
The Speedmaster is a collection of chronograph watches by Swiss brand Omega. The Speedmaster line was introduced in 1957 and has grown into one of the most popular collections by the brand. One of the longest-produced models that continue to enjoy popularity today is the Moonwatch, which we will discuss further below. An article on … Read more
Cluse is a Dutch brand that makes watches and jewelry. This fast-growing accessories brand is headquarters in Amsterdam. While the brand is not as well known as more established watch brands, many of our readers have seen these watches for sale online and ask if they are just another fashion brand or worth a closer … Read more