Simply Abu Dhabi Magazine XXIII

1 2 6 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I N ever a brand to lack visual impact with its creations, the flamboyant fashion giant has imagined an eye-catching chronograph watch to accessorise any look. Launched in the Versace spring/summer 2016 collection, the V-Race chronograph is bursting at the bezel with attention-seeking attitude and embodies the kind of energy that Versace likes to project. Although Versace are clearly striving for a contemporary appeal, the brand is savvy enough to know that edgy and innovative design must convene closely with tradition when it comes to watchmaking. You can be as trendy as you please, but the watch has to function, and function well, otherwise it will go nowhere. To this end the brand has opted for a reliable Swiss quartz Ronda 5010Bmovement to power the timepiece. It measures in at 42mm and the unmistakable Medusa’s head logo is embossed on the crown. The runway look has an IP yellow gold case with an interchangeable top ring and the watch is mounted on either an IP yellow gold bracelet, or straps to match the urban jungle prints that defined the spring/summer 2016 show. The V-Race is available in IP yellow gold, as well as all-black, all-blue, all-bronze and bi-colour. Versace V-Race