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WATCHES
TIME
YOU’RE PLANNING YOUR NEXT
WELL-DESERVED HOLIDAY.
WHAT TRIP DO YOU CHOOSE?
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YOU HAVE BEEN
INVITED TO A
CUTTING-EDGE,
POP-UP ART
EVENT IN A
SHADY PART
OF TOWN.
DO YOU…
A) Say yes, and pack your trainers and map
and make a lengthy running detour through
the back streets before you arrive?
B) Been there, done it. You set the event up.
C) Approach the organisers beforehand to
see if there’s any chance a percentage of
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to a local community charity initiative?
D) Decline as you are sealing a big deal on
an overseas business opportunity that day.
You’ve already booked a restaurant where
you’ll be celebrating with your partner.
WHAT’S
YOUR
FAVOURITE
MEAL?
A) Anything
foraged or
from roadkill,
even. It’s all
about the
thrill of the chase.
B) As long as it seasonal, organic,
locally sourced and fairtrade, I don’t mind.
C) Something at Jamie’s 15 restaurant. At
least you can eat with a clear conscience.
D) Anywhere with a Michelin star.
A) An undiscovered part of the world for
which you need multiple visas to visit.
There is a government advisory against
travelling there, but it has the most
amazing pristine waters.
B) There’s a new design hotel opening in
Miami. You’ll coincide your trip with the
annual Design Fair that takes place there.
C) A luxury hotel has launched a ‘give
back’ incentive which enables guests to
help local farmers in
South Africa. You’ll
combine it with a
few days on safari.
D) A city-break in a
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longer and there’s
a danger you’ll take
your eye off the ball.
DO YOU HAVE A HOBBY?
A) Do I have a pulse?
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are so garish and ugly.
C) I run my own charity in my spare time.
D) No time for such things.
IS OF THE
ESSENCE
SO MANY WATCHES, SO LITTLE TIME.
FOLLOW OUR GUIDE TO CHOOSING A WATCH
AND YOU’LL END UP WITH A TIMEPIECE
THAT SPEAKS VOLUMES ABOUT YOU
IT’S YOUR PARTNER’S BIRTHDAY.
WHAT PRESENT DO YOU CHOOSE?
A) Flying lessons. At least you’ll use them if
she doesn’t want them.
B) A Simone Rocha metallic silver suit jacket.
C) You don’t give presents to each other. It’s
always a donation to a charity.
D) Something from Tiffany’s.
WHICH
OF THE
FOLLOWING
BOOKS
WOULD YOU
CHOOSE
TO READ?
A) James Patterson’s back catalogue.
B) This Beautiful Life by Helen Schulman.
Apparently it’s the new The Slap.
C) Greg Mortenson’s Three Cups of Tea:
One Man’s Mission to Promote Peace One
School at a Time
D) Barack Obama’s autobiography: Dreams
From My Father.
MOSTLY A
Marathon running, sky-diving — there are
few sports you haven’t tried. The ultimate
adventure hunter, you’re always looking
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needs to be tough, practical and suited to
your active lifestyle. The Casio G-Shock
not only looks the part, but comes with
a list of gadgets. Keep track of the time
zone wherever your next exploit takes
you with the world-time device, while the
auto-illuminator backlight helps after-dark
manoeuvres. It’s water resistant to 200m
( ideal for water sports) and has a 1/100 th
second stopwatch, countdown timer and
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Casio
G-Shock
Watch, £145,
page 77
THRILL-SEEKER
EXTRAORDINAIRE
Image savvy, you are fashionable and
ahead of the trends. Whether it’s the
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abreast of what’s happening in the world
of culture. Looking good is important to
you and you like your accessories to
have a distinctive appearance, but still
be practical and hard-working. The
Ice-Watch Chronograph is the perfect
match. The Belgian brand’s iconic watches
are worn by the A-list fashion crowd.
With a Japanese Miyota movement, date
display and water resistance to 10ATM,
it has all the components to back up its
elegant appearance. Just like you.
GENTLEMANLY POWERHOUSE
A successful businessman, you are known for your discreet demeanour and elegant
appearance. Keeping true to yourself and those around you is of utmost importance,
especially in the cut-throat environment you often inhabit. With your strong work ethic,
time is often short so you always make the most of every minute. The Jacques Lemans
Classic Watch is beautifully suited for the business arena. It has an impressive yet
graceful appearance and a simple, pared-back design reminiscent of vintage watches
from bygone eras. Its leather strap, stainless-steel case and Japanese quartz
movement will work as hard as you do.
Words: Angelina Villa-Clarke
MOSTLY D
Ice-Watch
Chronograph,
£100,
page 85
MOSTLY B MOSTLY C
SMOOTH
OPERATOR
Jacques
Lemans
Classic Watch,
£68, page 79
HIGH ACHIEVER
WITH A HEART
WATCHES
You are one of life’s do-ers. Always on
the go, you strive for the best in all areas.
A man of ethics and values, it is important
that you stand by what you believe in
and make change for good wherever you
can. Seeing the world and protecting it is
a passion of yours and you’re always up
for a challenge. The Citizen Eco-Drive
Red Arrows Chronograph marries an
environmental sensitivity with daring
attitude. It is powered by light and so never
needs a battery, and also features a
world-time bezel and is water resistant
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journeys. Right up your street.
Citizen Eco-Drive
Red Arrows
Chronograph
£149, page 74
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