Cover The new Piaget Sixtie in 18 karat pink gold case set with 51 diamonds and stainless steel case set with 51 diamonds
The new Piaget Sixtie in 18 karat pink gold case set with 51 diamonds and stainless steel case set with 51 diamonds
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Piaget's new Sixtie watch channels the revolutionary spirit of the 1960s with a boldly shaped silhouette and a refined attitude
The spirit of the 1960s is alive and ticking—though not in the way you might expect. At this year’s Watches and Wonders Geneva, Piaget reintroduces a familiar yet audacious silhouette with the Sixtie, a women’s jewellery watch that’s as much about creative liberation as it is about telling time.
Exuding a playfully sophisticated vibe, the Sixtie watch marks the latest move in Piaget’s Play of Shapes: a joyously irreverent game that started in the mid-1960s, toying with traditions, breaking boundaries, playing with shape, form, light and lustre, changing the shape of watchmaking forever.
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Above Sleek, sensual, and subtly subversive—Piaget’s Sixtie watch is a statement of modern elegance
Sleek, sensual, and subtly subversive—Piaget’s Sixtie watch is a statement of modern elegance
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Named for the sixty seconds in a minute and sixty minutes in an hour, as well as Piaget’s heritage and design philosophy rooted in the 1960s, the watch is set to be a contemporary classic with its trapeze-shaped case, silky gadrooned bezel and rocking, rolling bracelet.
Above A catalogue of Piaget’s creations in 1972
A catalogue of Piaget’s creations in 1972
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The watch traces its DNA back to Piaget’s revolutionary 1969 “21st Century Collection,” which transformed wristwatches from functional accessories into objects of desire under the visionary leadership of Valentin Piaget and designer Jean-Claude Gueit. Back then, the maison sent its creative team to Paris fashion shows with instructions to create accessories unlike anything seen before. The resulting collection, particularly its trapezoidal designs, became emblematic of a cultural revolution.
Above The Piaget Sixtie in 18 karat pink gold
The Piaget Sixtie in 18 karat pink gold
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Now, nearly 60 years later, the Sixtie breathes new life into this legacy. Measuring a refined 29mm × 25.3mm with a slim 6.5mm profile, the watch embodies the essence of its predecessor while speaking fluently to contemporary tastes. Its proportions benefit from both the quartz movement within and Piaget’s renowned mastery of ultra-thin watchmaking.
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Above The Sixtie’s diamond-set bezel features 51 meticulously placed brilliant-cut diamonds, totalling 0.52 carats
The Sixtie’s diamond-set bezel features 51 meticulously placed brilliant-cut diamonds, totalling 0.52 carats
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What makes the Sixtie truly exceptional is its ability to harmonise seemingly contradictory elements. The angles of the trapezoidal case melt into sensual curves, creating a shape that shifts between geometric discipline and organic flow. This is a watch that refuses easy categorisation—square, round, cushion, or trapeze? The answer changes with every angle, much like the multifaceted modern woman it’s designed for.
Above In 1972, the 15102 timepiece favoured by Andy Warhol was introduced and later named for him
In 1972, the 15102 timepiece favoured by Andy Warhol was introduced and later named for him
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The meticulously crafted gadroons adorning the bezel tell a story of their own. These finely chiselled lines echo those found on Andy Warhol’s iconic Piaget timepiece, connecting the watch to the “Piaget Society”—the circle of jet-set luminaries drawn to the brand’s avant-garde spirit. More practically, they demonstrate the maison’s unrivalled gold-working expertise, bringing light and dimension to the piece.
Above Back to 1969, Piaget unveiled its flamboyant 21st Century collection and rocked the world with avant-garde jewels that happened to tell the time
Back to 1969, Piaget unveiled its flamboyant 21st Century collection and rocked the world with avant-garde jewels that happened to tell the time
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This same masterful execution extends to the bracelet, composed of interlaced trapezoid links that provide both structure and flexibility. The result is a bracelet that moves with remarkable fluidity, slithering around the wrist with vintage glamour reminiscent of both 1940s sophistication and 1960s boldness. Despite the unconventional case shape, the integration between the bracelet and timepiece remains seamless—a hallmark of Piaget’s watchmaking philosophy.
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The dial offers a moment of calm amidst the creative energy of the case and bracelet. A white solar satin-brushed surface catches the light through vertical brushing, complementing the gadroons of the bezel. Golden hour markers and baton hands, punctuated by Roman numerals, provide legibility without compromising the watch’s artistic integrity.
Above The gadrooned bezel catches the light with every movement, showcasing Piaget’s exceptional goldsmithing
The gadrooned bezel catches the light with every movement, showcasing Piaget’s exceptional goldsmithing
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True to Piaget’s understanding of modern luxury, the Sixtie offers versatility. Available in stainless steel, 18 karat pink gold, or a two-tone combination, the collection allows for individual expression. Diamond-set bezels (featuring 51 brilliant-cut diamonds totalling 0.52 carats) are available on select models, adding another dimension to this already multifaceted timepiece.
Above The Sixtie channels the glamour of the Piaget Society era
The Sixtie channels the glamour of the Piaget Society era
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What separates the Sixtie from mere vintage revival is its refusal to simply reproduce the past. While honouring its heritage, this watch feels remarkably contemporary—speaking to today’s blended society where boundaries between masculine and feminine, classic and modern, geometric and organic continually dissolve.
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Sim Wie Boon is the general manager of Tatler Malaysia. Previously the print and digital editor, Sim hails from the land of the hornbills, Sarawak. Sim is now based in Kuala Lumpur and brings more than a decade of experience in the media industry as a journalist and broadcast producer.
As a self-proclaimed geriatric millennial, he appreciates the finer things in life, from savouring a sip of single malt whisky to relishing in the deliciousness of char siew. While reminiscing about the indie-sleaze era, Sim now finds solace in the soothing tunes of ambient music, staying active through running and occasionally succumbing to the addictive world of doom scrolling.
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