Watches Store Directory
Aaron Faber Gallery
666 Fifth Ave., nr. 53rd St.; 212-586-8411; aaronfaber.comThese masters of the hard-to-find usually have a strong selection of styles from companies like Rolex, Patek and Omega in stock. One recent find: a two-tone mint-condition Rolex from the thirties ($7,350).
Around the Clock in Soho
54 Macdougal St., nr. Houston St.; 212-475-3820Everyone will find something to love in this quirky neighborhood shop. A pre-owned IWC Chrono piece will run you as much as $2,500, but a British military watch will set you back a mere $395.
Asprey
723 Fifth Avenue, at 56th St.; 212-688-1811; asprey.comAt Asprey, they love all things 1890s. The No. 8 Collection takes the retro look and applies some modern technology; one of the models can be wound just once a week. For classicists, the No. 8 Rectangular Automatic ($8,900) is a lean watch that oozes class.
Bloomingdale's
1000 Third Ave., at 59th St.; 212-705-2000; bloomingdales.comThis bustling department store is pushing fancier brands than it used to-Coach and Burberry are edging out Guess and Fossil-so prices now top out at $2,100.
Bulgari
730 Fifth Ave., at 57th St.; 212-315-9000; bulgari.comFor eye-grabbing timepieces, look no further. With diamond and pearl detailing, Bulgari watches demand to be noticed. The understated Amphiteatro (from $5,800) makes an elegant wedding-day choice.
Cartier
653 Fifth Ave., at 52nd St.; 212-753-0111; cartier.comIn certain rarefied circles, a Cartier watch is as compulsory as an Hermès tie or an Armani suit. The classic leather-strapped men's tank starts at $1,850; the sporty Roadster style runs from $3,800.
Cellini
509 Madison Ave., nr. 53rd St., (various locations); 212-888-0505Cellini is known for its world-class selection of handcrafted watches. For $4,400, you can get a Panerai Luminor Marina automatic; a rectangular steel Parmigiani Kalpa will set you back $17,000.
Central Watch Band Stand, Ltd.
Grand Central Terminal; 212-685-1689; centralwatch.comThis tiny shop (more of a stall, really), filled with vintage Rolex, Cartier, and Gruen watches ($275-$4,000), isn't easy to find-it's in a corridor of Grand Central, next to the entrance to Track 38-but you'll find that it's well worth the effort to get there.
David Yurman
729 Madison Ave., at 64th St.; 212-752-4255 ; davidyurman.comYurman may be best known for his fabulous women's watches, but his men's watches are just as eye-catching (from $1,800 to $15,000).
Fendi
755 Madison Ave., nr. 65th St.; 800-336-3469; fendi.comClassic Italian elegance on your wrist. The Zucca chronograph comes rimmed in bold stainless steel (from $595), while the Grand Tonneau, with its rounded oblong dial in shiny black, blue, or gray ($695), lives up to its laudatory title.
Fortunoff
681 Fifth Ave., nr. 54th St., second fl.; 212-758-6660; fortunoff.comThis jewelry-and-silver emporium is a great place to browse for high-end European watches-Movado, Concord (the Saratoga starts at $1,890), TAG Heuer, and other top makers. The selection of timepieces is so massive, it takes up an entire floor of the shop.
Fossil
530 Fifth Ave., at 44th St. (various locations); 212-997-3978; fossil.comFossil has been selling traditional, reasonably priced American watches ($39-$295) for more than twenty years. All are water-resistant to depths you'll probably never experience and come with an eleven-year warranty just in case you do.
Kenjo
40 W. 57th St., nr. Fifth Ave., (various locations); 212-333-7220These stores carry high-end, design-forward watches, like models from the Dubey & Schaldenbrand line with tonneau faces and oversize numerals ($3,000 and up). Other big sellers include Omega and IWC.
Lord & Taylor
424 Fifth Ave., at 39th St.; first fl.; 212-391-3344; lordandtaylor.comAmong the mirrored columns at this dependable department store, you'll find dozens of men's watches from affordable lines like Fossil, Kenneth Cole, and DKNY ($65-$195).
Louis Vuitton
1 E. 57th St., at Fifth Ave., 116 Greene St., nr. Prince St.; 866-884-8866; vuitton.comVuitton's Tambour watch collection hews to the classic LV palette: sand-colored dials, yellow second hands, and tan leather straps ($2,000 and up). The Tourbillon justifies its enormous price tag ($200,000) by using the Earth's gravity to keep ultraprecise time.
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PrintFrom the Summer 2006 New York Wedding Guide
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- Alex Woo
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48 West 48th Street, Ste. 601 New York NY 10036; 212-226-5533; www.alexwoo.com/bridal
Fine jewelry made in New York for the bride-to-be and bridal party. Each piece is designed to be personal and timeless, so your unforgettable moments stand out for years to come.
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- Bloomingdale’s
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New York NY; Bloomingdale’s
Live the good life from the start. Open your Bloomingdale’s registry today and get great gifts, goodies and guidance galore.
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- David Levy Diamonds & Fine Jewels
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36 West 47th Street, Ste. 903 (By Appointment Only) New York NY ; 212-398-8952; www.diamondmatchmaker.com
Third generation jeweler buys rough diamonds overseas and cutters polish them in the on-premised factory, taking out the middle-man to save you money. Custom designing rings are a scpecialty.
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- The Diamond Co.
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62 West 47th Street New York NY 10036; 212-819-0336; thediamondco.com
The Diamond Co. is a third generation jewelry manufacturer specializing in Engagement rings, Weddings bands, Necklaces, and Earrings. Platinum wedding bands are priced from $200 and platinum diamond eternity bands from $800
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- Dominique Daniela
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16 East 38th Street New York NY 10016; 212-760-7291; dominiquedaniela.com/
Dominique Daniela offers a one on one experience to ensure the perfect gown is selected or created for the occasion. Choose from the existing collection or have a custom gown made.
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- Greenwich Jewelers
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64 Trinity Place New York NY 10006; 212-964-7592; www.greenwichjewelers.com
Greenwich Jewelers is a one-stop shop for unique, stylish jewelry and expert services. The boutique houses designer collections and offers custom design, repair and restyling services at their workshop.
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- Fortunoff
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3 West 57th Street New York NY 10019; 212-292-8800; www.fortunoff.com
Fortunoff has escorted decades of brides and grooms down the aisle – from the rings to registry. We offer an unbeatable selection of platinum wedding bands for every taste and every moment.
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- Niwaka
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608 Fifth Avenue New York NY 10020; 212-941-5410; www.niwaka.com
Niwaka’s platinum settings create a bovel blend of exquisite artisanship and Kyoto-esque modernism. Graceful curves accentuate the diamonds for a supremely elegant look.
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- Tejani
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262 West 38th Street, Ste. 1507 New York NY 10018 ; 212-354-3144; www.tejani.com
Tejani identifies a need for bridal jewelry that is every bit as breathtaking as the bride in her gown. Encapsulated in each piece is elegance, style, and modern edge.
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- Tiffany & Co.
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1-800-343-3269; www.tiffany.com
If you love beautiful things, registering at Tiffany & Co. is both easy and delightful. For generations, brides and grooms have registered at Tiffany for sterling silver, china, and crystal of unique design and timeless beauty.
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- Tourneau Timemachine
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12 East 57th Street, at Madison Ave (various locations) New York NY 10022; 212-758-7300 or SHOP-AT-HOME (1-800-348-3332); www.tourneau.com
Tourneau, the world’s largest watch store, featuring over 100 World famous brands and more than 8,000 styles.
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- Van Cleef & Arpels
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744 Fifth Avenue New York NY 10019; 212-644-9500; www.vancleefarpels.com
Van Cleef & Arpels, has seen legendary fiancées through its doors. We pay homage to the bride with exceptional diamonds celebrating love and eternity, such as the Promesse ring from our Bridal collection.
