SIHH 2015: Bugatti Inspired Accessories

patrick_y · 2015-01-27T15:42:47Z

Discover SIHH 2015's Bugatti-inspired luxury accessories: Parmigiani Timepiece, Ralph Lauren Automotive Watch, and Roland Iten Belt Buckle. Explore the fusion of horology and automotive excellence.

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Patrick_y uncovers a fascinating micro-theme at SIHH 2015, spotlighting three luxury accessories inspired by the legendary Bugatti motorcar marque. This article delves into the Parmigiani Bugatti Timepiece, the Ralph Lauren Automotive Watch Collection, and Roland Iten's Bugatti Mechanical Belt Buckle, showcasing how these brands cater to Bugatti owners with products that embody the car's incredible beauty, engineering, and speed.

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PuristSPro discovers a hidden micro-theme at SIHH 2015, Bugatti inspired products. Bugatti is the fabled French motorcar manufacture of extremely beautiful vehicles. Read on to discover what special novelties at SIHH 2015 are related to the storied car brand. Featuring the Parmigiani Bugatti Timepiece, The Ralph Lauren Automotive Watch Collection, and Roland Iten's Bugatti Mechanical Belt Buckle.

Bugatti. They’re rare but beautiful cars. From the Bugatti Type 57S from the 1930s to the latest model, the Bugatti Veyron. Bugatti vehicles are known for their incredible beauty, their engineering, and their propensity for speed. The Bugatti Veyron is a technological tour de force that is a car but also part airplane. The Veyron features a top speed in excess of 400 km/hr. It has hydraulic systems and an aerodynamic system with parts manufactured from airplane components.

Owners of Bugatti vehicles will be pleased to know that they are especially catered to this year at SIHH 2015 with three Bugatti inspired products:

1. Parmigiani Bugatti Timepiece

2. Ralph Lauren Automotive Timepiece

3. Roland Iten Bugatti Mechanical Belt Buckle

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Ralph Lauren's Automotive Timepiece collection is directly inspired by his personal Bugatti, highlighting a celebrity collector's influence on watch design.
Roland Iten's Bugatti Mechanical Belt Buckles are presented as fine accessories that transform everyday actions into more fluid experiences, though their high price point positions them as works of art.
Parmigiani's Bugatti watch continues their tradition of multi-section horizontal oval tubular movements, with the brand known for servicing timepieces in the Patek Philippe Museum, underscoring its horological credibility.
The author expresses a personal struggle with finding high-quality, well-designed belts in the market, noting that even luxury options like Loro Piana fall short, making Roland Iten's offerings appealing despite their cost.
A contributor shares personal appreciation for the featured brands and Bugatti vehicles, including historical models like the Type 41 Royale and Type 50S, emphasizing their enduring appeal.
The Parmigiani Aerolithe chronograph is highlighted as a surprising and appealing timepiece, while the Bugatti Type 57 Atlantic is noted for its historical significance and owner modifications.
The author questions the necessity of diamonds on some of the watches, suggesting an engraving motif might be more suitable, though notes that in person, the diamonds are less noticeable.

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patrick_y

Jan 27, 2015

SIHH 2015: Parmigiani's Bugatti Collection

PARMIGIANI's Interpretation of Bugatti Parmigiani, is a brand that is not as well known as Patek Philippe, but The Patek Philippe contracts Parmigiani to service, maintain, and restore most of the timepieces and automata in the Patek Philippe Museum. The Parmigiani Bugatti watch is a continuation of the multi-section horizontal oval tubular movement that the storied brand has been making for the past few years. This year, Parmigiani has three special pieces in their Bugatti collection. The first

kevster

Jan 27, 2015

Recently,

I've become a fan of the brands mentioned here myself. Type 41 Royale Type 50S this car is just simply both sinister and scandalous. 120mph all day long... in the wet. Circa 1936

patrick_y

Jan 27, 2015

Wow!

It's amazing what these cars could do back nearly 100 years ago! Speeds that would still be considered fast even today. I really like your photo of the Type 50S. What's your favorite Bugatti vehicle (any year)? What's your favorite Parmigiani Fleurier Timepiece? Thanks for posting!

kevster

Jan 27, 2015

Well, you asked.

The time piece may surprise you. The Parmigiani Areolithe. I like chronographs. The car won't surprise. Here is Lord Rothchilds type 57 Atlantic. Was up then upgraded to a 57SC. He had to have the blower as soon as it was available.

patrick_y

Jan 27, 2015

Very nice!

Excellent taste. The car probably isn't attainable by someone like me (I might not even be able to afford to insure it, much less own it), so I'm regaled to the sidelines on the car. But the watch is something that I can genuinely appreciate and I've actually seen Parmigiani's chronographs before and they're very nice pieces. Have you tried one on? Did you notice how nice the strap was?

amanico

Jan 27, 2015

That is a crazy watch! Like you, I prefer the white metal one, but were diamonds necessary

??? I always liked the concept behind this Watch, the link with Bugatti... I am not mad about links between cars and watches, but when they are thought this way, I love! The strap is another good idea. Bravo PF! Once again, the big regret I have is the presence of these diamonds. Best, Nicolas

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