OMEGA- An Early Leader in Women’s Watches
Omega is not just a brand; it is a place where finely crafted timepieces exude their glory of presence to the world across. There are many hidden stories the brand has that still remain unknown to the watch lovers. One of them is Omega is also known for being an early leader of women’s watches. Nowadays, men’s watches from the brand gain a greater attention the women’s timepieces, but the brand has made a strong position in designing women’s watches adding a grace of femininity. Even at the time of pocket watches, Omega had come forward and brought a change in the world of the timekeeping with the welcome of the wrist watches. The Constellation, Ladymatic and Seamaster Aquaterra women’s watches has been glorifying the offerings of the brand since its inception. Take a trip down the history of the brand, from where it had taken an inspiration for designing watches. The early model designed by the brand:
Omega had stepped into the world of producing wrist watches in 1900 by introducing the first commercial wrist which is middle in size. But this timepiece had a femininity induced in the design of the watch. Though the design of the watch was both for men and women, it added a sparkle to the wrist of the later one. The round, gold dial got an aesthetic touch of the brand from its history. Before the First World War, the craze of women watches was more than that of men’s as they preferred to have pocket watches at that time. With the introduction of the Medicus, specially designed for doctors for assisting them in their work, Omega started getting fame as the designer of women’s watches.
The design of watches after the First World War:
The time after the First World War, Omega had witnessed a radical change in crafting timepieces as the world welcomes the era of Art Deco. The rise of creative and innovation has a grave effect on every field of living. The brand also touched the artistic value of watchmaking and came with timepieces that were never introduced before. In 1922, it has brought a jewellery watch made of platinum and has precious stones embossed on the dial.
The timepiece introduced in 1929:
In 1929, the brand had well established itself as the leader of manufacturing women’s watches. The startling silver case was admired with the 12 Arabic hour markers that looked even glowing with the railway minute track. This rectangular shaped dial was magnificent since they radiated the sophistication of crafting. Developed with the manual winding mechanical movement, this watch was one of those admired pieces offered by the brand.
The model admired the wrist of women in 1929:
The brand has crossed decades in the field of watchmaking and it witnessed the changing concept of crafting watches for different generations. In 1929, it stressed more on the dynamic and sleek look of the watches. The silver dial got a modern look with the Arabic numerals and black hands. It also carries a note of intelligent crafting with a grand second placed at 6 o’clock position. The black leather strap gives this watch an awesome gesture that truly remains timeless for the generation.
The journey of crafting women timepieces has started in Omega since its inception. These days, watches from the Ladymatic and Constellation reflect the aura of craftsmanship of the brand that elevates women’s fashion proudly.