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Frederique Constant unveils an elegant moonphase watch

A Stunning Lunar Complication Arrives in Frederique Constant's Art Deco-Inspired Carrée

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The Frederique Constant Classics Carrée Moonphase
Frederique Constant

There have been a slew of new releases as of late, with luxury label Frederique Constant gracefully expanding its acclaimed Classics Carrée collection with the introduction of a gorgeous new moonphase model to add to their roster of timepieces. This latest creation transforms the brand’s interpretation of the iconic rectangular dress watch into an even more sophisticated instrument of time.

Faithful elegance in design, through and through

The Frederique Constant Classics Carrée Moonphase
Frederique Constant

Staying faithful to the collection’s cherished Art Deco heritage, the latest release arrives in two exquisite executions: one with a radiant silver-toned dial, the other with an enchanting dark navy blue. Each dial comes with a stunning herringbone-stamped guilloché pattern with a sunray finish, offering a luxurious texture that plays off the light. The display is enhanced by elegant faceted hour markers and sleek dauphine-style hands, culminating in the poetic moonphase aperture positioned classically at six o’clock.

Wearable sophistication powered by a dependable heart

Housed within a polished stainless steel case measuring just 32.30mm by 30mm, the timepiece keeps a refined presence when worn on the wrist. The case’s elegant lines are accented by a trademark onion crown, while a discreet corrector allows for adjustment of the celestial display. Turn the watch over and take in the sapphire caseback, presenting a mesmerizing view of the beating heart within: the automatic calibre FC-333. This robust movement beats at 4Hz and supplies a formidable 38-hour power reserve, ensuring this luxury watch is mechanically as well as visually stunning. Each watch is equipped with a calfskin leather strap, embossed with an alligator pattern and finished with tone-on-tone stitching, for a look of undeniable luxury.

This new timepiece represents an exceptional value in the world of complicated watches

The Frederique Constant Classics Carrée Moonphase is priced at an attractive entry-point price for new collectors and stands as a testament to the brand’s commitment to quiet luxury. For those in search of a watch that delivers elegant design coupled with a romantic complication, it is the perfect addition to any collection with proven mechanical performance.

Triston Brewer
Triston Brewer
Triston Brewer is a journalist, creative director, stylist, fashionisto, and jetsetting digital bon vivant. Brace yourself!
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