Give the Gift of Watches

Trying to decide what to get the love of your life for his birthday? Maybe your son has a graduation coming up, and you can’t for seem to decide what a good present would be for such a momentous occasion. Maybe you’ve got a boss, or a client, that you’re trying to impress, and you’re simply not sure what to buy him. The answer is simple, for all of the above: give the gift of Movado watches. Movado is a luxury Swiss watchmaker whose name comes from the Esperanto language – it means “continuous movement.” Founded way back in 1881 by Achilles Ditesheim, Movado is known for its iconic Museum Watch – which is defined by a single gold dot that symbolizes the sun at high noon. This watch is the one featured in all of the Movado ads you’re likely to have seen dotting the pages of your favorite luxury magazines of the years; the hands of the timepiece symbolize the movement of the earth. If you’re looking for an iconic timepiece to gift someone special, the Museum Watch is it.

The original Museum Watch was the first ever wristwatch to be displayed that Museum of Modern Art in New York City, and was designed by an American designer by the name of Nathan George Horwitt back in 1947. The watch was designed just a few years after the conclusion of World War II, when the world was still in shambles and America was trying to put itself back together as the soldiers returned home to their families. The late 1940s were a time of great unrest; though quiet, the nation was unsure of where it was headed. The energy that came along with the boom of the 1950s was not yet felt in the air; and there was still a subdued simplicity felt throughout the nation. It was from this sentiment that Horwitt’s simple yet beautiful design arose.

It should be noted that Horwitt did not work for Movado at the time he designed the Museum Watch; on the contrary, the company began producing an unauthorized version of the watch in 1948. Horwitt eventually sued, and was awarded just $29,000 in 1975. When he passed away, Movado began heavy promotion of Horwitt and the design of the watch, and officially inducted the model into their family of watches. These days, the Museum Watch is perhaps the brand’s most iconic, and most recognizable timepiece – an interesting feat considering that the design itself didn’t even originate within the Movado family.

These days, Movado is one of the world’s foremost respected watchmakers, designing, manufacturing and distributing watches for nine respected brand names. The flagship brand is Movado itself; with a long heritage of artistry and innovation in the timepiece industry, and a close association with the arts and all the prestige that comes along with it. Exceptional craftsmanship and impeccable style are the name of the game when it comes to Movado, making them the perfect gift for a variety of occasions. Movado watches are classic, timeless, and demand respect – earning jealous glances from passerby as they adorn the wrist of the wearer. If you’ve got a Movado timepiece in your arsenal, you know you’ve made it – or at the very least, that someone else believes you’ve made it.

If you’re looking for the perfect anniversary present for that special guy in your life, consider a Movado Men’s Luno Two-Tone Stainless Steel Bracelet Watch. This gorgeous yet simple Movado timepiece offers a two-tone stainless steel case that encompasses a stunning black dial. The dial is home to the classic Movado gold dot at the 12:00 mark, and two sleek gold hands – and that’s it. Simple, chic and utterly classic, this is a design that’s lasted decades, thanks to Horwitt’s original idea. Talk about standing the test of time. A great gift for any guy who wants to portray power, class, and impeccable style, the Luno watch is a can’t miss.

If you’re on the hunt for something truly one of a kind, look no further than the Movado Men’s S.E. Silver Dial Stainless Steel Bracelet Watch. One color reigns supreme in this timepiece, and it’s silver – a silver dial, silver hands, a silver dot, even a silver chain-linked steel bracelet. This is a watch that’s dipped in stardust, one that shimmers in the sunlight, one that positively reeks of class and style. Not at all ostentatious, this is the sort of watch that blends in enough to speak of true taste. The perfect gift for the powerful man who’s got it all, the Movado S.E. should stand for Standard Excellence. If you’re looking for a watch that will turn heads when you walk into the room, the S.E. is it.

As you can see, Movado’s an excellent company with a long history of making stylish, timeless timepieces – all of which make for excellent gifts.