When it comes to materials, ceramic is particularly popular for
ladies this season, and diamond accents continue to be in
demand, says James Keenan, senior vice president of special
markets for Citizen. The Citizen Eco-Drive Ceramic Diamond
Chronograph (style FB1230-50A) features an oversize,
stainless-steel case, a one-second chronograph, an
eight-diamond dial and a 24-diamond bezel, as well as
lightweight white ceramic on the bezel and bracelet. It is
water resistant up to 328 feet. $695, email: corporate_gifts@citizenwatch.com
Also for ladies, Finn says, "we see the beginnings of a return
to two-tone (steel and gold) styles, as well as all-gold and
rose gold. Certainly, the rise in the price of gold has
enhanced this trend." The new Tourneau Ladies Gold Tone Diamond
Watch (style TLRB-M068) features a gold-tone case, with a white
dial, date window, and diamonds at each hour marker. The watch
features Swiss quartz movement and scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. $625,
www.tourneaucorporatesales.com
For men, "the trend continues to be black-on-black, which is
both rugged and sophisticated," Keenan says. The Citizen
Eco-Drive Nighthawk (CA0295-58E) exemplifies this "blackout" aesthetic with a black-ion-plated case, black band, 1/5-second
chronograph, and a tachymeter. The flight-inspired Nighthawk is
water resistant up to 656 feet. $450, email:
corporate_gifts@citizenwatch.com
Seiko's stunning Astron GPS Solar watch, hailed as the first
global GPS solar watch, connects with four or more GPS
satellites to pinpoint its position and identify the time zone
and exact time, adjusting its hands accordingly. The tech-savvy
timepiece also features a high-intensity titanium case and
ceramic bezel, as well as a sleek titanium strap. $3,850 for
the model pictured,
www.seikowatches.com/corporategift
Meanwhile, the WatchGear by Tourneau Men's Rubber Strap Watch
(style GRM-SB36) features a handsome stainless-steel case with
black bezel ring, textured dial with date window, and soft
black-rubber strap. The men's watch features Swiss quartz movement and is water resistant up to 330 feet. $200,
www.tourneaucorporatesales.com
Mantelpiece clocks are also appropriate for the season, like
this Allarie II (style B7661) clock from the Bulova Mantel
Chimes Collection. Made of solid wood and wood veneer with a
refreshing antique-white finish, the clock plays "Westminster,"
"Ave Maria," or "Bim-Bam" chimes on the hour. It features a nickel-finish bezel ring and pendulum. $160,
www.bulovaspecialmarkets.com