Chanel Interstellar capsule collection is a celestial union of fine watchmaking and cosmic wonder. Within this collection, which reimagines some of its cherished lines such as the iconic Première, one discovers a captivating combination of contemporary design, futuristic influences, celestial elements, and a dash of avant-garde allure.
A prime example of this creative blend is the Première Robot, a masterpiece that ingeniously reinterprets the timeless silhouette of Chanel’s inaugural timepiece, the Première, by transforming it into the shape of a robot.
Meticulously crafted from yellow gold, ceramic, blackened titanium and onyx, it stands adorned with sparkling diamond-encrusted eyes, hands shaped in the iconic intertwining Cs emblematic of the brand, and a body that pays homage to the distinctive octagonal form of the Première watch. Completing this avant-garde creation is a supple rubber strap with a velvety touch, for a secure and comfortable fit on the wrist.
With the Première Lucky Star and Première Hyper Lucky Star, Chanel offers the allure of the night sky distilled into two timepieces. The former boasts a dial reminiscent of a star-studded night sky, casting a scintillating aventurine-like effect.
Meanwhile, the latter is poised to capture the hearts of high jewellery connoisseurs with its opulent diamond-encrusted frame adorned with 284 brilliant-cut diamonds. Both watches are crowned by dangling diamond-set stars that evoke cherished lucky charms, adding a touch of celestial magic to the art of watchmaking.
Completing this remarkable quartet of timepieces is the Première X-Ray, a watch that pushes the boundaries of machining technology. This extraordinary creation, a play on transparency and femininity, boasts a bracelet composed of alternating links crafted from white gold, diamonds, and sapphire crystal—a material celebrated for its remarkable hardness and impeccable optical clarity.
Première X-Ray
Each sapphire link undergoes a meticulous crafting and machining process to achieve a polished finish. The inherent hardness and brittleness of sapphire make this endeavour exceedingly challenging, demanding precision and control at every step. The gold links are then paired with the sapphire components before being adorned with diamonds and meticulously polished.
This intricate process is time-consuming and demanding. The result, however, is nothing short of breathtaking—a limited-edition masterpiece bedecked with 1,700 brilliant-cut diamonds weighing a remarkable 5.43 cts, destined to captivate as a true showstopper.
