Episode 4: Fashion Watches Are Suddenly Legit?

Welcome back!  Here on Episode 4, we're sitting down to discuss how watches from brands like Louis Vuitton, Montblanc, Bulgari, and Cartier have come up with some seriously interesting and heavy-hitting pieces.  Gone are the days when your simple LV handbag purchase might net you a fun, if uninspired timepiece.  In-house movements, the thinnest watches yet made, and pen/jewelry companies producing things that could make Rolex and OMEGA blush?  We unpack the top layer of what we've seen coming from these fashion houses of the last few years and consider if these are truly the pieces to go after when you find yourself on a three year waiting list with over $100,000 already spent just for the privilege.   It's an interesting concept and certainly a topic which has generated some excitement since we mentioned it a few weeks back.  What has spurred the investment required for some of these fashion houses to produce what we're seeing these days?  Are watches back on the menu if these types of "watchmakers" are pushing boundaries and willing to go in directions other brands typically aren't?  We explore these and other concepts relating to the resurgence and explosion of wonderfully unique, functional, and downright beautiful watches that have been recently released from all of our favorite brands we easily would have ignored 10 or 15 years ago.   If you like what we create and are interested in suggesting a topic or potentially joining us in our watch talk, reach out via Instagram or BlueSky:  @horologyrepubic (IG) & @horologyrepublic.com (BlueSky).  Brian can be found @watch.brian and Larry can be seen clowning on his handle @psywarwristcheck so give everyone a look, follow, and comment if you see something you like.  We are thrilled to have the reception and feedback we've received from those in the community and those just starting.  Talking watches is what we feel we do best, so we're happy to share what we create with you.  If you've subscribed to our podcast on whichever platform you prefer, thank you!