In 2025, the world of haute horology is embracing opulence with jewelled versions of some of the most coveted timepieces in the luxury watch universe. When iconic designs are reinterpreted through the lens of precious gemstones, the results are not just a celebration of watchmaking, but of artistry and craftsmanship. From the legendary Rolex Daytona to Patek Philippe’s sought-after Aquanaut, these dazzling creations transform timepieces into radiant works of wearable art. Here, we explore five standout jewelled watches that are redefining elegance.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak: A Glimmering Evolution

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, first introduced in 1972, now reimagines its iconic design in a stunning jewelled edition for 2025. Featuring 861 baguette-cut black sapphires, tsavorites, and smoky quartz, the watch creates a striking, camouflage-like effect.

Bulgari Octo Roma: A Phoenix in Precious Stones

With a nod to the secret watches of the 1920s. The BVL 268SK movement’s ultra-thin profile allows a skeletonised dial beneath a stunning cover, adorned with a phoenix symbolising rebirth. Crafted from blue sapphires, aquamarines, and Paraiba tourmaline, the design blends high jewellery with exceptional watchmaking.

Patek Philippe Aquanaut Luce: A Glittering Glimpse of Summer

Patek Philippe enhances the iconic Aquanaut, first launched in 1996, with a jewelled edition that blends sporty elegance and luxurious design. The dial features 72 baguette-cut blue sapphires and 38 baguette-cut diamonds, with a snow-setting technique adding brilliance with white diamonds.

Piaget Polo: A Radiant Celebration of Craftsmanship

Piaget celebrates its 150th anniversary with a spectacular tribute to the Polo, originally introduced in 1979. This reimagined, jewel-encrusted version features a 49mm case adorned with baguette-cut rubies and diamonds, blending high jewellery with precision timekeeping..

Rolex Daytona: A Radiant Spin on a Motorsport Legend

Rolex elevates the iconic Cosmograph Daytona with two new jewelled versions for 2024, combining precision with luxury. Each model features a mother-of-pearl dial and brilliant-cut diamonds, enhancing the watch’s refinement. One version showcases a white mother-of-pearl dial with black subdials, set in a white-gold case with a black Oysterflex bracelet.

In 2025, these jewelled timepieces serve as a stunning reminder that watches are not merely instruments of time—they are expressions of artistry, craftsmanship, and personal style. From the meticulous setting of sapphires to the bold use of diamonds, these iconic designs have been transformed into sparkling masterpieces that elevate the art of horology to dazzling new heights.

Take your pick from this curated list of diamond jewelry pieces:

Divine Rings

Nothing elevates a party outfit like a statement ring and if you’re wearing a Divine Solitaires ring, you know you’ve made a statement! Featuring expertly cut diamonds in chic, minimalistic designs, this collection has something for everyone — from a classic round solitaire that catches the light perfectly to a contemporary cluster of diamonds.

• Classic round diamond solitaire in an elegant gold setting
• Sophisticated cluster ring with a dazzling arrangement of diamonds
• Oval solitaire ring with sleek detailing for a modern twist

Bewitching Necklaces

If you’re looking for sophistication to drape around your neck, these exquisite necklaces are just what you need this party season! Featuring bold, beautifully cut diamonds in timeless designs, Divine Solitaire’s necklaces are the epitome of understated luxury. You can pick a design with a central solitaire diamond or a more intricate necklace too adorn your neckline with your evening attire.

• A single dazzling round diamond set in a simple yet striking design
• Minimalist diamond necklace with a symmetric and refined look

Glamorous Pendants

For those who love their glam and shine, these pendants are the perfect addition to your party ensemble. Featuring brilliant round diamonds and intricate cluster designs, these

Neck pieces are versatile enough to pair with any outfit while ensuring you stand out effortlessly.

• A chic circle pendant adorned with a radiant round solitaire
• Geometric-inspired design with a fashion-forward appeal
• Cluster diamond pendant for a glamorous yet minimalistic vibe

Charming Earrings

Frame your face with these stunning solitaire earrings that are perfect for any party. Choose from modern studs, intricate clusters, or halo designs, each featuring diamonds that sparkle brilliantly in the light. These earrings are designed to elevate your festive outfits with effortless charm.

• Bold solitaire stud earrings with a sleek contemporary design
• Cluster earrings with a dazzling arrangement of round diamonds
• Halo-style diamond earrings that add a touch of vintage glamour

Elegant Bracelet

Complete your party-ready look with this sleek, elegant diamond bracelet that features a chain of round diamonds, to add a flash of sparkle to your wrists every time you move. The simplicity and understated class of this bangle is ideal as a standalone piece or even stacked up for a bold statement.

• Chic bangle-style bracelet with a radiant diamond finish

With their impeccable craftsmanship and timeless designs, these pieces from Divine Solitaires will make you dazzle and shine at every party venue!

Sustainability is a major bone of contention in the ongoing battle between mining companies and LGD/synthetic-diamond producers. The latter have generally pitched their product as a greener alternative to natural diamonds, while the former contend that these claims are exaggerated or even false.

Given the high financial and emotional costs, it’s critical for diamond brands to help consumers discern between what’s green and what greenwashing is. And LGD may not all be as environmentally or socially friendly as they seem.Not all man-made stones have the same carbon footprint, miners argue, adding that descriptions of lab-grown as “mining-free” are untrue, since elements of the creation process — such as the reactor — rely on mined materials.

“It is also not possible to make a simplistic general comparison between natural diamonds and laboratory-grown diamonds,” states the recent Diamond Facts report from the Natural Diamond Council (NDC). “Each category has a range of production processes, geographical locations, power sources, productivity capabilities, and sustainability practices.”

Even the carbon footprint of a given lab-grown diamond can vary wildly, according to environmental, social and governance (ESG) consultancy Sphera. If the producer uses renewable energy, a chemical vapor deposition (CVD) stone can generate as little as 17 kilograms of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2eq) per polished carat, whereas one from a non-carbon-neutral facility in India — where the electric grid is heavily dependent on coal — can yield 260 kilograms per carat.

Truth is, science is simply not able to justify the claim that a lab-grown diamond is netting positive, or even neutral impact on the environment as of today. Like fast fashion, lab-grown diamonds can be made in weeks, or even days, and in unlimited quantities—while it takes billions of years to craft a single natural diamond.

The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is currently revising its Green Guides for marketing sustainable goods, and this will likely have an impact on how lab-grown and natural diamond producers present their products. FTC Green Guides explicitly discourages “broad, unqualified general environmental benefit claims like ‘green’ or ‘eco-friendly,’ ” as they are “difficult to substantiate, if not impossible.” Perhaps for this reason, the more circumspect lab-grown companies tend to use word sustainable.