CHANEL Première Chaîne Iconique quartz watch black lacquered dial and black leather strap 20 mm

The brief history

In 1987, the House of Chanel created an icon, the Première watch. Jacques Helleu, then Artistic Director of the House takes a risky gamble: innovate while maintaining the DNA of the House of CHANEL. Success was not long in coming. The jewel-watch with an octagonal design reminiscent of the Place Vendôme and the stopper of the CHANEL No. 5 perfume bottle established itself as a true reference, going so far as to annoy watchmakers around the world... Unveiled in a steel edition, the Première Chaîne Iconique asserts itself with a leather ribbon, an obvious nod to the 2.55 handbag signed CHANEL.

What you need to know

Day or night, the Première Chaîne Iconique slips gracefully onto the wrist. The steel links are intertwined with a soft leather band that makes the bracelet especially comfortable to wear. The octagonal steel case enhances the depth of the black lacquered dial while the two slim silver hands definitely bring a minimalist dimension to this sleek watch. Première is a lesson in style and refinement that still resonates in the jewelry world.