In recent years, various innovations have been born at an accelerating pace. Technologies that were only a dream a generation ago, such as generative AI represented by "ChatGPT", XR that connects the real and virtual worlds, and EVs led by Tesla, have already spread to the world, and behind the scenes, the next new ideas are steadily taking shape. One theory is that the next 10 years will see the same amount of technological innovation as the past 100 years. If we continue at this speed, in the near future, we may really see a day when cat-shaped robots can open doors anywhere, such as takecopters (laughs).
The one thing that remains the same through the changing times is our clothes. Processes such as material development, marketing, and distribution have benefited from evolving technology, but the fashion style itself has not changed. Recently, American casual and traditional styles have been attracting attention again, and this trend seems to be linked to the democratizing world of luxury.
The Row is currently making a strong presence among luxury brands. As its slogan states, "Ultimate Simplicity," the look of its clothes is not flashy, but the attention to material selection and tailoring is extraordinary. It is easy to see why The Row is the destination for adults who love fashion but don't want anything extravagant.
The Row jeans, ¥119,900 (The Row Japan), bandana, editorial department's personal property
The Row loafers, ¥295,900 (The Row Japan), socks, personal belongings of editorial department
The Patek Philippe Calatrava 5227 watch goes well with The Row's clothes and shoes. The Calatrava was born in 1932. Its beautiful design, influenced by the German Bauhaus, is said to be the model for round watches.
The Calatrava 5227, which was born in 2013 and continues this lineage, follows the construction of Patek Philippe's Officer's Model. Officer's models are watches with a dust cover on the sapphire crystal back, which is also an essential part of the brand. Moreover, when the cover is closed, it is so intricately made that it is hard to tell that the cover is even there because the hinge is invisible. If you open it gently, you can see the fine movement of the automatic movement, Caliber 26-330 SC. While the daily difference of a mechanical watch is said to be within the acceptable range of +/- 20 seconds, this watch boasts an accuracy of -3 to +2 seconds, which is amazing. When you close the cover, it makes a small "click" sound, which is the very definition of "quiet luxury."
It is fair to say that the innovations that Patek Philippe brought to the world of watches, both in terms of design and functionality, were ahead of current fashion trends.
The chocolate brown strap is made of alligator leather.
The 18K yellow gold case measures 39 mm, and the ivory dial has a date window.
Opening the cover reveals a sapphire crystal case back. The beautiful construction of the movement is a testament to the craftsmanship.
Case: 18K yellow gold, 39mm
Depth: 9.24mm
Power reserve: up to 45 hours
Price: ¥6,400,000
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