The watch wraps around the wrist with the authoritative, fluid weight of a sculpted Aurum wreath, its polished leaf-like links catching the light in deep, Honey-gold pulses. Against the skin, the metal feels exceptionally smooth and articulated, following the natural contours of the arm with a satisfying, jewelry-like suppleness. The deep Obsidian dial, acting as a light-absorbing focal point, is anchored by a single brilliant spark at the zenith, turning the simple act of checking the hour into a quiet, sensory experience of high-fashion curation.

Hailing from a peak era of Swiss-Japanese collaboration, this Gres Paris utilizes a refined Swiss Quartz movement for unwavering precision within a silhouette that mirrors the bold, structural luxury of the mid-1990s. The architecture is defined by its distinctive marquise or “petal” case and the seamless integration of the textured chevron bracelet, representing a specific boutique aesthetic where horology was treated as an unapologetically bold personal ornament. Preserved in its original mahogany-toned sanctuary, this piece stands as a preserved record of an era where couture houses redefined the formal timepiece as a structural statement piece.

Technical Summary

Case width: 18 mm
Lug to lug: 32 mm
Lug/Bracelet width: 14 mm
Max wrist size: 17 cm
Case material: Gold-Plated Base Metal
Dial: Deep Glossy Obsidian with Single Rhinestone Marker
Crystal: Hardlex Mineral
Movement: Swiss Made Quartz
Production era: Circa 1995
Condition: Excellent Vintage