Great piece to bring to your attention. My only question is, how easy is it to write with it? When does a pen lose its function and just become an art piece? Maybe this should be a subject of a post... Hmmm...
Another amazing article by Martin. Because of his passion for the Pasha, I was able to see it through more appreciative eyes. Terrific history and documentation of the model down to the nuts and bolts. Really like this one.
I love following your projects, George. What fun it is to see something resucitated and able to be enjoyed, made all the finer by its rarity. You're so resourceful in finding the proper craftsmen to bring your Emeto back to life.
Sounds like it was a lot of fun. Wish I could've been there.
Great selection of Cartiers and their accompanying history from a true Cartier nerd.
Wonderful stuff, Martin!
Thanks for bringing the new bracelet to my attention. I didn't know Aldo Cipullo's history with the brand. I like the how the nail bracelet melds funkiness with sophistication. The refinements to Cipullo's design seem small. From what I can tell from the pictures, the width has increased while the shape is now more oval than circular.
George sees the thicker width new edition as more for wome
Fun stuff, GEO. I like your green shoes: very sporty and match the strap well. I agree with you that the Cartier double end strap system is a bit sloppy and seems like a shortcut such a stylish house shouldn't take. Oh well, they do so many other things well.
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in further to my argument that social mores can change. At one time it was not appropriate for women to wear pants until Katherine Hepburn made it fashionable and even acceptable. Now women wear pant suits regularly and they are considered appropriate business attire. In addition, suits used to be considered everyday wear for men. When Levis introduced their pants, men would wear them for work an
Further to the discussion and in response to your first point, I don't think you can bust all labels and wear a Hublot as a dress watch. I think labels can be expanded on a case-by-case basis. And, to my mind, and others, there is a argument for labeling the Submariner a dress watch. First and foremost, Rolex themselves marketed the watch in the 1960's as a dress watch. If that isn't precedence,
Thanks, Martin, for a well researched and enjoyable article. I love learning more about the depths of Cartier's heritage and history. Were you aware that a rejected Pasha model designed by Genta and in his personal collection went up for auction not too long ago. If you'd like to see it, have a look here: