Cover The Chanel Wanted collection, including the J12 Highly Wanted de Chanel watches, is now available in stores around the world
The Chanel Wanted collection, including the J12 Highly Wanted de Chanel watches, is now available in stores around the world
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The Chanel Wanted collection brings punk and rock n' roll to its most iconic designs
The public caught a glimpse of the Chanel Wanted capsule collection earlier this year at Watches and Wonders 2022. Months later, the French luxury maison finally gives us a full look at this highly-anticipated collection. Available at the Chanel boutique in KLCC, Chanel Wanted reimagines its most distinctive watch designs, from the iconic J12 to beloved Boyfriend and Première. Director of Chanel's Watchmaking Creation Studio Arnaud Chastaingt pays tribute to the six letters in its iconic logo, stamping it in a completely different way on each model to bring an edgy update to these familiar designs.
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Get a closer look at these magnificent monochromatic creations below.
J12 Highly Wanted de Chanel
J12 Highly Wanted de Chanel 38mm
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Behold the six exceptional variations of the ceramic J12 in the Chanel Wanted collection. Each variation features the six letters in full shine against the sleek matte black of the dial and bezel. They are equipped with the Caliber 12.1. and set with 34 brilliant-cut diamonds, including one on the crown.
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Première Wanted de Chanel
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Above Première Wanted de Chanel
Soo Joo Park
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A playful, feminine iteration of the Première watch, the Première Wanted de Chanel has an impressive timepiece with a black-lacquered dial and steel crown punctuated with onyx cabochon on its steel chain and leather bracelet. Notably, Chastaingt has added six letter-charms dangling from the bracelet as a fun wist.
J12 Wanted de Chanel
Above J12 Wanted de Chanel 33mm
Above J12 Wanted de Chanel 38mm
J12 Wanted de Chanel 33mm
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These limited edition designs are all about making a style statement. The Chanel logo appears in an artful cascade of rhodium-plated stickers on the dial on the white ceramic version, whereas the black, slightly bigger model prefers a bold, minimalist declaration. Both feature bezels embellished with varnished sapphire crystals and metallic, geometric detailing to stand out against the ceramic bracelets.
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Code Coco Wanted de Chanel
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Code Coco Wanted de Chanel
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The black embossed calfskin strap with silver trim and calfskin lining is punctuated with the iconic six letters, making for a truly unique addition to the family of Chanel watches.
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Boyfriend Wanted de Chanel
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Boyfriend Wanted de Chanel
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Chanel's six letters are cut from steel and stamped onto the leather strap as well as the black-lacquered dial in this minimalist and bold expression of the Chanel Boyfriend watch. Capturing the spirit of the '90s, there are monochromatic, pixelated designs on the dial, framed by the instantly-recognisable rectangular steel casing.
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Based in Kuala Lumpur, Zue Wei Leong is the senior style writer at Tatler Malaysia. Read her stories on the latest in fashion, beauty and jewellery or follow her on Instagram at @fshnbrnr.
