Cartier Baignoire

Ladies' watches, unfortunately, don’t get the attention they deserve. It has seemingly been long assumed that women will be content with shoddily-designed timepieces devoid of soul, providing of course that they are pink and have loads of precious stones set on them. We know this to be nonsense — a lady’s watch shouldn't be any less considered than a man’s, and we seek out examples of watches done right, regardless of intended gender. At Analog:Shift HQ, we are excited to curate a selection of timepieces that provide equally engaging options for ladies as the more common men’s pieces. No watch better captures this philosophy than the Cartier Baignoire. This example, a Reference 1954, features a beautiful case shape, with its soft curves and oblong 'ellipse' aesthetic. Paired with a brown alligator strap to warm the case, this watch is anything but boring, and provides an incredible host of details to obsess over. In spite of the unique design, this piece still preserves many of the details of classic Cartier we would hope to see: a 'Roman' numeral dial, blued steel hands, petite Cartier logo, and more all serve as a reminder that this piece is backed by a name with an unrivaled history for fine jewelry making, and yes, watchmaking too. A Baignoire on a leather strap is a solid choice for any occasion and has been a favorite at Analog Shift for many years!