Raymond Weil Parsifal

While watches ought to be glamorous, they must be so in a subtle way, to avoid seeming ostentatious and consequently tacky. Raymond Weil’s Parsifal is a precise example of how this balance can be struck.

The watch’s bracelet is decorated with touches of yellow gold, while the mother of pearl dial is adorned with 65 diamonds.

This combination of precious metals, elegance and simplicity creates the perfect timepiece.

Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean

Not all watches are used simply as fashion accessories however. Omega’s Seamaster Planet Ocean, like some of the best watches out in the market, is specifically designed for diving.

It’s therefore equipped with a helium escape valve which balances the pressure inside the watch when diving, as well as a uni-directional rotating bezel.

The Seamaster Planet Ocean has a 50-hour power reserve and is water resistant for up to 600m deep.

But let’s not lie to ourselves; fashion is still important even for a diver’s watch. The Seamaster Planet Ocean, available in all white, has a pure look about it that makes it gorgeous to look at.

Longines PrimaLuna

Whether it’s the fabulous blued steel hands or the rose gold that just lights up the watch’s bezel and bracelet, the PrimaLuna is a master class in Swiss watch making.

At just over £2,000, the PrimaLuna certainly isn’t cheap. However, with 18-carat rose gold and the prestigious name of Longines as a brand, one couldn’t possibly expect anything less.

To be found at http://www.watches-of-switzerland.co.uk/brands/longines-watches, this is the watch to wear to have heads turning this winter.

Omega De Ville Ladymatic

I made a mistake. Longines’ PrimeLuna is ‘a’ watch to wear to get heads turning this winter, not ‘the’ watch. ‘The’ watch is the Omega De Ville Ladymatic, quite simply the most prized timepiece out on the market.

Worn by an array of different celebrities, the De Ville Ladymatic is made of 18-carat red gold and is decorated with gorgeous diamonds. To show that it’s not just a pretty face, the watch’s automatic movement is COSC-certified by accuracy.

The only setback with the piece is that it costs some £18,000. It costs money to look money then eh.

Chloe Harding is a British freelance writer and fashion enthusiast.

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Let’s make no bones about it. Finding a decent pair of shoes can be nothing short of a nightmare, especially if you want to use the shoe for multiple purposes. In the world of specialist footwear for various activities, finding a durable shoe can be extremely difficult. We looked at both the brands that produce the best variety of footwear, as well as those with the best potential for multiple use, when it came to putting our list together.

1. Adidas

Adidas fit the bill perfectly when it comes to producing a shoe for all occasions, as well as many that can be used for multiple purposes. Although not widely recommended, even their most iconic fashion shoe, the Gazelle, can be worn as casual fashion as well as for jogging, or even playing sports such as football or tennis.

Adidas produce a wide range of shoes, from committed sport trainers to those that are clearly only meant for fashion, such as this years’ take on espadrilles by the iconic sportswear brand.

2. Creative Recreation

Although primarily an urban style brand, Creative Recreation have enjoyed a huge surge in popularity across many markets. Even within urban styles, they have a reputation for allowing the user to carry off any look, and it is this key characteristic that has seen it transcend clothing genres to become a global leader in overall footwear.

A comfortable and durable alternative to the traditional trainer, Creative Recreation offer affordability and style in droves.

3. Converse All Stars

This brand is quite simply one that is loved by everyone. Although the Chuck Taylor variety were originally designed as a basketball shoe, their emergence as an all-round fashion leader has been truly breath-taking. More formal styles can be found by buying black varieties, or investing in the more sober Jack Purcell range.

4. Nike

In a similar vein to Adidas, Nike began as a niche sportswear manufacturer and soon grew into one of the biggest brands in the whole of fashion. While it is abundantly clear where shoes such as the “Nike Air Jordan” get their inspiration from, the complete range holds a shoe for every occasion and every style, even the most casual trends are catered for.

5. Supra

This is the brand in the list that is most geared towards traditional fashion values, using loud colours and aggressive design features to really stand out. Supra footwear is also extremely comfortable and durable however, giving great support especially for reasonably high impact sports on the legs such as Basketball and Tennis.

J-Bees is an online clothing website specialising in the latest urbanwear. J-Bees offers a wide range of clothing from Nike t-shirts to Adidas footwear to cater to all tastes.

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