Burgundy dials, the trend of the moment. Photos: IWC, Raymond Weil, Longines, H. Moser & Cie, Panerai and Louis Erard

Burgundy dials, the trend of the moment. Photos: IWC, Raymond Weil, Longines, H. Moser & Cie, Panerai and Louis Erard

The burgundy dial is the trend for this late winter, blending classic and bold. It’s also the colour of the Chinese New Year celebration and the entry into the Year of the Snake.

IWC Portofino Automatic Phase de Lune 37 “Year of the Snake”

On the occasion of the Chinese New Year, IWC Schaffhausen is releasing a limited edition of 500 pieces. And what better way to celebrate a lunar New Year than with a moon-phase complication? The killer detail: a finely sculpted snake-shaped oscillating weight, gold-plated and visible through a sapphire crystal caseback.

€10,250

Longines Conquest Heritage Year of the Snake

Longines Conquest Heritage Year of the Snake. Photo: Longines

Longines Conquest Heritage Year of the Snake. Photo: Longines

Longines has teamed up with Chinese artist Wu Jian’an to create a special limited edition of 2,025 pieces to celebrate the Year of the Snake. The back of the watch features a snake holding a Lingzhi mushroom in its mouth, a symbol of longevity and continuity, a motif drawn from an iconic Chinese tale.

€3,350

Raymond Weil Millésime Infinite Burgundy

Raymond Weil Millésime Infinite Burgundy. Photo: Raymond Weil

Raymond Weil Millésime Infinite Burgundy. Photo: Raymond Weil

The independent manufacture founded in 1976 is launching a limited edition of 88 pieces to mark Chinese New Year. On the menu: a 39mm steel case, anti-reflective double-sided sapphire crystal, and a deep burgundy-red dial, all enhanced by a matching calfskin leather strap. On the mechanical side, the timepiece is powered by the RW4200 automatic movement, offering a 41-hour power reserve.

€1,695

H. Moser & Cie Pioneer Tourbillon Burgundy

H. Moser & Cie Pioneer Tourbillon Burgundy. Photo: H. Moser & Cie

H. Moser & Cie Pioneer Tourbillon Burgundy. Photo: H. Moser & Cie

Burgundy dial again, but this time in transparent lacquer, set in a 40mm rose gold case and enhanced by a tourbillon with skeletonised bridge: this is the manufacturer’s contribution to the trend of the moment. The automatic calibre HMC 805 with flying tourbillon fitted with a double balance-spring offers a power reserve of three days.

€63,500

The Regulator Louis Erard X Sylvie Fleury

The Regulator Louis Erard X Sylvie Fleury. Photo: Louis Erard

The Regulator Louis Erard X Sylvie Fleury. Photo: Louis Erard

In a regulator, the hour, minute and seconds hands each have their own axis and dial. The manufacturer and artist Sylvie Fleury present a colourful reinterpretation inspired by make-up palettes, in a 39mm-diameter case in black PVD steel. Limited edition of 178 units.

€4,150

Panerai Luminor Due PAM01539

Panerai Luminor Due PAM01539. Photo: Panerai

Panerai Luminor Due PAM01539. Photo: Panerai

Panerai completes its Luminor Due range with a steel model with a gradient burgundy dial. What’s new is a completely redesigned steel bracelet, inspired by the curves of the company’s emblematic crown protector, which alternates polished and brushed surfaces, creating a play of textures that sublimates the aesthetics of the watch.

€7,400

This article was written in  for the  of Paperjam magazine, published on 26 March. The content is produced exclusively for the magazine. It is published on the site to contribute to the full Paperjam archive. .

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