In partnership with Baume & Mercier and Hardy Brothers
Baume & Mercier has always understood the art of balance. Precision and poetry, tradition and modernity, elegance and practicality – each collection is shaped by this duality. The Classima, born in the mid-1990s, has long embodied this understated approach. Now, with the introduction of the new Classima Starry Sky Editions, the watchmaker turns its gaze to the night sky, bringing a constellation of details into three distinct models that feel both timeless and contemporary.
In Australia, the new Baume & Mercier Classima models are available exclusively through Hardy Brothers. For 170 years Hardy Brothers has held in trust the dreams and aspirations of clients who seek out the world's most coveted jewellery and timepieces. Elegant, versatile, and quietly dazzling, the Baume & Mercier Classima Exclusive models offer more than a way to track the hours – they bring a piece of the night sky down to earth.
These watches aren’t just decorative, they’re built with intention. The Classima 10804 captures the deep allure of midnight with a blue dial scattered with 28 diamonds, echoing stars across a clear night. At 12 o’clock, a moon-phase window opens like a small observatory on the wrist, a feature that quietly reminds the wearer of life’s natural rhythm. At six o’clock, the date display grounds the design in practicality, ensuring this watch functions as well as it dazzles.
The other two models lean into the shimmering beauty of mother-of-pearl. The Classima 10806 pairs its luminous dial with 30 diamonds, catching light from every angle, while the Classima 10808 extends the brilliance with a diamond-set case – 60 stones that amplify its presence without overpowering its elegance. Both are powered by self-winding movements with 42-hour reserves, reassuring the wearer that style and substance come as one.
Beyond the dials, the integrated features bring the collection into modern life. Scratch-proof sapphire crystals protect each face, ensuring clarity over time. The cabochon-shaped crowns, set with blue spinel, add a discreet signature touch, blending colour and heritage in a way that only Baume & Mercier could. Each strap is crafted from blue alligator leather, interchangeable through a simple spring bar system. No tools, no fuss – just a quick switch from one look to another. The cases themselves, at 31mm, find the sweet spot between delicacy and presence, fitting seamlessly into everyday wear while carrying the refinement of high watchmaking.
What makes these editions compelling is the way they hold space for both beauty and function. They are undeniably luxurious, with diamonds and mother-of-pearl anchoring their design, but they are also resilient: water-resistant to 50 metres, powered by reliable Swiss movements, and designed for longevity. This isn’t jewellery pretending to be a watch – it’s a watch that understands jewellery’s ability to heighten desire.
Baume & Mercier has always created for women who want more than ornamentation. From the Maison’s earliest days, the belief was clear: a watch should be precise, reliable, and reflective of its wearer’s individuality. The Classima Starry Sky Editions continue that legacy, speaking to those who see time not only as minutes to be counted, but as moments to be experienced.
