TIME ON OUR HANDS

Six women on the timepieces that define them

- by Preetika Mathew

ARCHANA JAIN

Founder and CEO, PR Pundit Havas Red

My Panerai Luminor GMT with a 72-hour power reserve. I had a Luminor and found my husband eyeing it from time to time. So, I gifted the GMT to him. Then came the Apple watch era and he switched over. On one of my birthdays, when he asked what I wanted, I asked him to gift that watch to me—I hadn't converted to smart watches and wanted to enjoy the wear instead of leaving it displayed in his wardrobe alone.

The bold design of the Luminor appeals to me. Apart from the style and design, its power reserve is very special. It has travelled the world with me, including to Antarctica! I always spot someone in the room admiring it.

ANITA KHATRI

Founder & CEO, Anita Khatri Luxury Consultancy Services

The Audemars Piguet Millenary. I own the version with a black leather strap and a gold bezel set with diamonds. It’s a statement piece and more than just a watch—it's a powerful extension of my personality. The asymmetric oval case, the open-worked dial, the fine finishing, the mechanical artistry—every detail is a testament to the craftsmanship and innovation Audemars Piguet is known for. It’s also a discontinued model, which makes it even more special. To own a piece that’s no longer in production adds a rare, emotional dimension to it. It feels like holding a part of history.