Skip to main content

The Manual Wind: Bell & Ross Goes Blue & Gold with the Aeronavale

Certain color combinations in watches are a no brainer.  With the high quality materials used to produce the dials and hands, great contrast can be well executed.  One of these combinations is blue and gold.  There is something eye-catching about this casual combination that draws you in on sight.  Whether in their square BR case with different finishes and colors, or in their latest introduction with a more classic feel, Bell & Ross is a master of contrast.  Their latest example, the BR Aeronavale makes blue and gold look good once again.

At a large but not too large 43mm in diameter, this steel case is from their round BR line of timepieces.  Offered in both time and date, and a chronograph complication, the color scheme looks good.  A radiant blue dial is matched with gold appliqués to make the hours along the perimeter.  Gold hands with superluminova for added legibility match as well.  The bezel is blue and gold as well; made of blue anodized aluminum.  Under the all the aesthetics lies a BR swiss automatic movement.  The piece is matched with either blue alligator or blue calf with deployment buckle to complete the color scheme.

Recommended Videos

Bell and Ross’s line of watches is made up of three case designs; each a classic.  Making each piece with a different personality is a great skill they have perfected over the years.  They have been able to keep designs simple and classic to match their case shapes.  Their latest BR Aeronavale is a great example of that.  Blue and gold is one of the classic watch contrasts and it looks good on this Bell and Ross.  With a price tag under $5,000, they look better than they cost.

Ian Schwam
Former Digital Trends Contributor
Contributing writer and watch enthusiast Ian Schwam dons an expert knowledge of all things watches. Having spent a decade in…
Nicks Boots teams with Rose Anvil on the ultimate jungle boot
Nicks Boots and Rose Anvil release a new jungle boot
model wearing nd4

Even though it's summer, that hasn’t stopped Nicks Boots from releasing new boots. Fresh off their collaboration with Carl Murawski, the heritage boot brand is joining forces with internet personality Rose Anvil on a new limited-edition piece. Considered their most durable jungle boot ever, this collaborative style takes the duo’s previous collaboration and upgrades it to be even more practical and chic. Built with Nicks Boots’ premium craftsmanship and materials, this boot contains high-end touches, thanks to Rose Anvil’s keen eye for leather goods. Named ND4, this boot is made for wherever your adventure takes you. With only a few pairs available in this style, this collaboration is a must-have before they run out. 

Nicks Boots and Rose Anvil take the jungle boot to a new level

Read more
HOKA’s Mafate Speed 4 Lite and Project Transport go full stealth
Hoka releases new Mafate and Project Transport sneakers
hoka mafate speed 4 sneaker

For any faithful Hoka fan, the Mafate Speed 4 Lite and Project Transport models have become some of the most interesting updates to the brand’s lineup in recent times. Both silhouettes have become staples for the brand by blending contemporary details with Hoka’s premier footwear technology. Now the brand is planning to bring both models back to the spotlight by including them in its rugged Stealth/Tech collection. With subtle design shifts and upgrades, these new additions offer the perfect blend of Hoka’s latest technology and a rugged design that’s built to last. As part of the Stealth/Tech collection, these sneakers feature a sleek and modern design that prioritizes durability and function over trendy details.

HOKA Stealth/Tech Mafate Speed 4 Lite and Project Transport

Read more
From track to court: Nike revamps the Cortez in “Bred”
Nike announces a new Cortez sneaker
closeup on nike cortez sneaker

Throughout its history, the athletic company Nike has become renowned for its iconic and classic collections, including Jordans, Air Max, Dunk Low, and more. Among these well-known silhouettes is the traditional Nike Cortez. A sneaker that hails from the track, the Cortez shoe has a lengthy history that has earned its spot among one of the most recognizable. In recent seasons, Nike has given the Cortez a stylish revamp, catapulting it into a new generation. In another relaunch, Nike is giving its Cortez sneaker a new look with a colorway that’s equally as timeless and recognizable as the shoe itself. 

The Cortez sneaker gets the “Bred” color upgrade

Read more