Exceptional Moms and the Watches they Wear
By: Preston Turk | Posted: May 09, 2023
In honor of Mother’s Day, Vintage Grail wants to recognize and celebrate the incredible mothers who balance the demands of raising a family while excelling in their careers. While motherhood was once seen as a barrier to professional success, today it is not unusual for women to maintain an interesting and challenging career while still being dedicated mothers.
As watch collectors know, watches are designed to meet the expectations of the wearer. For professionals, these expectations can range from performance features like complications and shock resistance to aesthetic concerns like fitting their style and making an impression. That’s why we want to highlight mothers who are leaders in sports, fashion design, politics, journalism, and space research, and the exceptional watches they choose to wear that fit their lifestyles.
Join us in celebrating the amazing women who inspire us every day, both as mothers and as professionals.
Diana Luna – Professional Golfer
RM 07-01 and RM 007 Ti
Italian professional golfer Diana Luna was the first sportswoman to be an ambassador for Richard Mille and is frequently spotted wearing watches from the brand. While the RM 07-01 is designated as her series, she is more often seen wearing the Richard Mille RM 007 Ti on the course.
Victoria Beckham – Singer and Fashion Designer
Rolex Daytona Rose Gold Rose Dial 116505 and Patek Philippe Nautilus Ladies Automatic 7118/1200R-010
Rising to fame as a member of the Spice Girls group, Victoria Beckham runs an eponymous fashion label in addition to being a fixture of English popular culture. A fan of luxury watches made of precious metals, she has been spotted wearing the rose gold reference Rolex Daytona 116505 and a Patek Philippe Nautilus 7118/1200R.
Serena Williams – Professional Tennis Player
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore (Ref. 26231OR.ZZ.D010CA.01 and 67540SK.ZZ.A010CA.01)
Professional tennis player Serena Williams is not only a 23-time grand slam title holder, but also a philanthropist, social activist, and minority owner of the Miami Dolphins. An ambassador for Audemars Piguet since 2014, she regularly wears gem-set references from the Royal Oak series on the court.
Kamala Harris – Politician
Cartier Ballon Bleu W2BB0002 and Cartier Roadster W62016V3
The current Vice President of the United States, Kamala Harris, is a fan of Cartier. While in office and in the media, she is often seen wearing either a steel and yellow gold Cartier Ballon Bleu or an all-stainless steel Cartier Roadster.
Anna Wintour – British journalist and editor-in-chief of Vogue
Cartier Tank w1529856
There are fewer people more knowledgeable in the business of fashion than Anna Wintour. Since 1988, she has served as the editor-in-chief of Vogue and currently also holds the titles of Global Chief Content Officer and Artistic Director for Condé Nast. Given her career, the choice to wear a timeless Cartier Tank in yellow gold is a natural one.
Samantha Cristoforetti – Astronaut
Omega Speedmaster X-33
Italian astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti is the first female commander of the International Space Station and the first Italian woman to go to space. Her watch of choice is the Omega Speedmaster X-33, a hybrid analog-digital watch designed specifically for use in space, continuing the legacy of the Speedmaster series.
If you are looking for a special watch to gift your mother this holiday, Vintage Grail’s experts are here to help. We have a wide selection of luxury watches in stock and an extensive sourcing network to find the perfect gift. Visit www.vintagegrail.com or contact us today at [email protected] or our mobile (+63) 917 159 1211 for more information or to book a viewing.
