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A RAINBOW SHINES OVER THE LADYBIRD COLORS COLLECTION
unique depth and contrast , adding to the 70 diamonds adorning the dial , which bring extra radiance to the piece .
The twelve hour-markers in rainbow colours printed on the motherof-pearl also require meticulous craftsmanship and patience . Each of the shades has to be printed at least five times to give them greater depth . The process is even more demanding in that it takes keen discernment to assess the time necessary for the ink to dry between each application . This rich and colourful palette is complemented by a set of five alligator-leather straps in shades with names that evoke the joys of summer : lemonsorbet yellow , raspberry pink , apple green , midnight blue and white . Each strap is equipped with a delicately concealed quick-change system and either a pin buckle or folding clasp , depending on the wearer ’ s choice .
Blancpain is ushering in a colourful summer . Following the introduction of the Ladybird Colors collection in the spring , the Manufacture has now adopted the entire spectrum of hues on a timepiece with colourful hourmarkers , and straps that can be swapped to suit the wearer ’ s mood and personality .
The Ladybird Colors collection dips stylishly into summer with its new feminine model . Like a peacock fanning its tail , this latest arrival draws the eye with its combination of bright and vibrant shades , both on its dial and quick-change straps .
With a small-seconds subdial asymmetrically positioned in its lower half striking a harmonious balance with the larger-sized hourmarkers in its upper half , the dial on this model showcases exceptional expertise . It is fashioned from a pure , radiant , superior-quality mother-of-pearl found only in minuscule quantities . In the light , this iridescent material creates
Housed in an 18-carat white-gold case measuring 34.9 mm and set with 59 diamonds , representing a total of 2 carats in this part alone , the Ladybird Colors is powered by the 1163 automatic movement . Featuring a 100-hour power reserve and a silicon hairspring , this timepiece delivers both comfort and precision – two essential factors for long summer days – not to mention water resistance of 3 bar ( around 30 meters ), making it the perfect companion for a swim at sunset . With a sapphire crystal case back revealing a delicate , decorated movement , this new Ladybird Colors with its resolutely colourful and summery style makes no compromise between design and technical performance .
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THE ART OF LUXURY Issue 61 2023