Unleashing the most vibrant glamour Balmain 2014 BASELWORLD Collection (For immediate release) Wherever taste meets expertise, one name stands out: Pierre Balmain. Born into the world of Parisian Haute Couture, in his time this man redefined the dictates of fashion. His legacy is continued today by a watchmaking brand owned by the Swatch Group, offering Montres Balmain its technical and commercial resources, as well as traditional watchmaking expertise. At this year’s BASELWORLD expo, Balmain follows the tradition set out by Pierre Balmain to unleash the most vibrant glamour in its brand-new timepiece collections. 瑞士寶曼表 Balmain Hong Kong & Macau Balmain Maestria Lady Round When we glance upon the new Balmain Maestria Lady Round, it is difficult not to admire its qualities, to remain unmoved by its personality and not to succumb to its charm. Especially when it is available in eight new models, each more irresistible than the next. Whether its face is made up in black, white mother-of-pearl or silvered arabesque motifs, it retains the same sparkling smile. It remains equally appealing whether its body is covered in diamonds (66 on the case, 12 on the dial), steel, pink PVD or yellow PVD. Whether its arms are satin or steel, it embodies elegance in all its styles. As for its arabesque motifs, having danced in the centre of dials, flitted across cases and twisted across the straps of other Balmain creations, for the first time they make their appearance here at 6 o'clock. For detailed information and photos: www.3trinity.hk/press/balmain/1404_Basel/maestria_lady_round.zip 瑞士寶曼表 Balmain Hong Kong & Macau Balmain Maestria Round Automatic pair watches "Birds of a feather flock together", as the saying goes. And it is precisely to allow couples to merge as one that Balmain offers six Maestria Round Automatic models for him and her. It is customary for couples to wear the same model of watch, as a strong and sincere gesture of love and a proof of devotion almost as symbolic as a wedding ring. With these pair watches, the Balmain woman no longer has the prerogative on beautiful watches, meaning the Saint-Imier brand is contributing in a small way to restoring equality, as it already did with the Elysées Round Automatic collection, among others. And celebrating great love stories. Operating with an automatic ETA movement, the six Balmain Maestria Round Automatic pair watches offer extremely refined black or silvered dials, featuring a date window. They are available with a two-tone case and steel strap, or a black leather strap. The Balmain Maestria Round Automatic family also has a series of additional members, specifically designed for women this time. All exude elegance and return to the arabesque motifs, the firm's core identify, and are also available with a white mother-of-pearl dial, set off by 12 diamonds. For detailed information and photos: www.3trinity.hk/press/balmain/1404_Basel/maestria_round_auto.zip 瑞士寶曼表 Balmain Hong Kong & Macau Elysées Bijou More than a watch, the Elysées Bijou, the latest creation from Balmain, stands out as an exceptional object. Its understated appeal and modern design makes heads turn wherever it goes. Redefining the dictates of fashion, the Saint-Imier firm's designers are unfaltering. With the Elysées Bijou, they give their own twist to flat design. An ultra-slim case (6.20mm thick), clean lines and a minimalist dial: perfect harmony to win over fans of "less is more". And indeed any art lovers. The Elysées Bijou inspires a sense of purity and inner peace. A feeling amplified by the white satin strap delicately merging with the pink gold PVD case. In their splendid interpretation, Balmain's designers have also stimulated perceptions. Firstly, through the discreet reflection of the arabesque motifs on the silvered dial, and secondly by emphasising the concentric nature of the circle which appears to create a halo around the hands. For detailed information and photos: www.3trinity.hk/press/balmain/1404_Basel/elysees_bijou.zip 瑞士寶曼表 Balmain Hong Kong & Macau Dream Chrono Lady The future Miss Switzerland 2014 already has cause for celebration. And to begin to dream: Balmain has specially crafted the Dream Chrono Lady for the winner of the beauty contest. A crown for the wrist, this chronograph watch decorated with 68 diamonds symbolises elegance, charm, femininity, sensuality, daring and determination. To make its wearer feel like a queen. Balmain has always lit up the catwalk. So no surprise that the brand has been the preferred partner of the Miss Switzerland competition since 2005. This chronograph has more than its name to inspire dreams: it sparkles intensely with 68 diamonds, like a star. This watch is an invitation to radiant smiles and pleasure for other reasons too: the classicism of the Roman numerals, the sensuality of the arabesque motifs on the silvered dial, the dynamism of the steel of the case and the strap, the elegance of the push-buttons and curves and, of course, the precision of the movement. Beautiful outside as well as within, whatever she wears, she represents the modern woman in all her diversity. For detailed information and photos: www.3trinity.hk/press/balmain/1404_Basel/dream_chrono_lady.zip 瑞士寶曼表 Balmain Hong Kong & Macau Miss Balmain II For many years, Miss Balmain has forged a reputation with its model figure. Now, as svelte as ever, the collection has undergone a barely perceptible change to become Miss Balmain II. This complementary line, with more adornment while being more elegant and refined, is designed for more mature ladies. The figure II clearly indicates its close relationship with Miss Balmain, evident from the rectangular case, central fastener, svelte silhouette and harmonious dial. However, the Saint-Imier firm's designers have allowed the newcomers more freedom and to develop more sophistication and maturity. Miss Balmain II is available in a silvered dial decorated with classical arabesque motifs, white mother-of-pearl or a black dial. Imposing Roman numerals sometimes adorn 12 o'clock and 6 o'clock. The case is in steel or two-tone PVD, releasing a cascade of 42 diamonds down the side of some models. The straps, meanwhile, combine steel and tegu. For detailed information and photos: www.3trinity.hk/press/balmain/1404_Basel/miss_balmain_ii.zip 瑞士寶曼表 Balmain Hong Kong & Macau For enquiries, please contact Miss Helena Hui at +852 9534 0813 or email to helena@3trinity.hk or contact Miss Jackie Liu at +852 3583 3300 or email to jackie@3trinity.hk. 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