17 June 2025

Mark the Moment: The Ultimate Graduation Gift Guide.

BY JAMES SAMPSON

Graduation is a rare kind of milestone. It’s the moment things shift - where years of effort come together, and the future starts to take shape. Whether they’re off to start a career, move abroad, or simply figure it all out, it deserves something meaningful to mark the occasion.

Not a throwaway gift. Not a quick congratulation. But something they’ll wear for years - and look down at, remembering exactly when and why they got it.

Here are three standout Rolex watches we’d choose to do just that.

For the Polished Achiever

Rolex Datejust 36 | Ref. 116233

Stainless Steel & Yellow Gold

There’s something about a two-tone Datejust that just gets it right. The fluted bezel, the champagne dial, the Jubilee bracelet - it’s refined and reliable.

Why this watch?

Because it’s timeless. It’s a piece they can wear straight into their first job interview, their first promotion, and every milestone after that. It doesn’t try too hard, but it says a lot about the person wearing it. If you’re gifting someone who likes to stay sharp without being flashy, this is the one.

For the Global Go-Getter

Rolex GMT-Master II ‘Rootbeer’ | Ref. 126711CHNR

Stainless Steel & Everose Gold

Some people aren’t just graduating - they’re already planning their next move. The Rootbeer GMT suits the kind of grad who’s always thinking ahead. Someone who doesn’t sit still for long.

Why this watch?

Because it’s practical, but also full of personality. It tracks two time zones, sure, but more than that, it carries a bit of swagger. The warm tones of the bezel and the rose gold details make it stand out - without shouting. A brilliant gift for someone whose next chapter involves travel, ambition, and big ideas.

For the Natural Leader

Rolex Day-Date 40 | Ref. 228235

Everose Gold

The Day-Date doesn’t follow the path, it leads. Featuring a bold olive green dial and crafted in warm, lustrous Everose gold, it’s got that signature day and date display. This is a watch for those who move with purpose, destined for greatness.

Some graduates are already future CEOs, founders, and change makers. For them, only the best will do. The Day-Date is a symbol of achievement, but also of vision. It’s for the one who’s not just making an impact - they’re building something that’ll stand the test of time. A serious watch for a serious new chapter.

A GIFT THAT STAYS WITH THEM

The right watch becomes more than an accessory. It’s part of their story. A reminder of what they’ve achieved, and what they’re capable of. Years from now, they won’t just remember the graduation - they’ll remember the feeling that came with opening the box.

Mark the Moment: The Ultimate Graduation Gift Guide.

For the Polished Achiever

For the Global Go-Getter

For the Natural Leader

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