From the skyscrapers of New York to the blue depths of the Indian Ocean, rose gold takes the lead this summer. Four watches, four destinations, one clear trend: it’s a rose gold summer.
02 July 2025
It's a Rose Gold Summer
by James Sampson
Lake Como – Rolex Day-Date 40, 228235, Olive Dial
Italian Refinement with Presidential Heritage
The Day-Date 40 in Everose gold with an olive green dial feels right at home on the shores of Lake Como. It’s refined without trying too hard.
The sunray-finished dial is bold yet natural, evoking the lush greenery surrounding the lake’s villas and gardens. With day and date windows that switch at midnight with Rolex precision, this piece is ideal for lakeside lunches at Villa d’Este or formal dinners in Bellagio.
Maldives – Patek Philippe Aquanaut Travel Time, 5164R, Rose Gold
A dual-timezone sports watch designed for travellers who explore without compromise. Set it against the crystal-clear waters of the Maldives, and it immediately makes sense.
The brown embossed dial pairs with a durable tropical composite strap that resists saltwater and sun. Pushers at 8 and 10 o’clock allow instant adjustment of the local time - ideal for seamless transitions from London to Malé. Whether you're diving or lounging in a water villa, this Aquanaut is as practical as it is opulent.
Santorini – Vacheron Constantin Overseas 41, 4520V
A Sport-Luxury Companion for Island Elegance
An elegant women's sports watch that finds its perfect setting against the crystal-blue backdrop of Santorini. Its refined lines and Maltese cross bezel reflect the symmetry of Cycladic architecture, while the vibrant blue dial echoes the Aegean Sea lapping below the caldera cliffs.
Powered by the ultra-thin Calibre 5100, visible through the sapphire caseback. It’s as ready for rooftop dining in Imerovigli as it is for an afternoon stroll through Fira.
New York – Rolex Sky-Dweller, 336935
Urban Sophistication for the Global Traveller
A modern classic built for cities that never sleep. With a fluted bezel, robust 42mm case, and dual time zone functionality, it’s made for navigating international schedules with precision.
Its architectural lines and polished surfaces echo the glass-and-steel geometry of New York's skyscrapers. The annual calendar and rotating Ring Command bezel offer function, ideal for high-flyers bouncing between meetings in the day to cocktails in the Financial District by night.
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