After the Cartier Leopard Tank and the Cartier ID One Concept, I have the third Cartier watch to review here-The Cartier Captive Ladies Watch from the brand’s haute joaillerie watch collection which is extremely exclusive. I have never expected such an edgy timepiece from this brand. But I do like it. It even takes my breath away at first sight with something really special.

Not like other Cartier watches, the silver dial, protected by a sapphire crystal, does not focus on the time display. The small watch face, like a seconds subdial, is located on traditional 6 o’clock position with tiny blued hands. The diamond-set hour markers that form an sunburst pattern become the real leading role of the dial. Also impressive is the upper lug that occupies the most significant position at the top. And thank Godness, Cartier has managed to hold things together and make the face of the watch deserves the name “Captive”.

The case, sized at35mm, is crafted from 18k white gold and receives fine rhodium plated finish. The bezel is set with lots diamonds that continue onto the upper lug as well. Beating inside the watch is a Swiss quartz movement.And the watch is completed by a matching white gold bracelet or an elegant canvas gray strap.

Overall, the watch feels more like a piece of art work than a simple ladies watch. If you can afford the expensive price tag that Cartier high jewelry watches are famous for, this Cartier Captive watch should be a great solution for the most special lady in your life. Who will be the lucky owner?

This article is original published by Mabel Xie here