When it comes to choosing a timepiece, customisation makes all the difference

Whether you're getting your own initials inscribed or a loving message written as part of a romantic gesture, personalisation is now a must-have when purchasing that latest timepiece.

The long-time tradition is becoming increasingly popular, and these are the luxury maisons that are offering numerous services, from engravable case backs to customisable dials.

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Above Photo: Courtesy of Glashütte Original

1. Glashütte Original

The Pavonina ladies’ collection by Glashütte Original comes with calfskin leather straps in various colours. Switch between them to easily transform your watch’s appearance.

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Above Photo: Courtesy of Armin Strom

2. Armin Strom

An online configurator by Armin Strom allows collectors to customise their Mirrored Force Resonance by choosing the piece’s case material, straps and hands.

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Above Photo: Courtesy of Girard-Perregaux

3. Girard-Perregaux

Girard-Perregaux's clients are encouraged to add their own personal touch to the Planetarium Tri-Axial Tourbillon’s globe by having the hand-painted depiction of their home country enlarged.

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Above Photo: Courtesy of Bovet

4. Bovet

Timepieces from Bovet, known for its use of the decorative arts, often feature hand-engraving, as seen on the Amadeo Fleurier 39 (above left) and the Fleurier 0 Léman Lake (above right).

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Above Photo: Courtesy of Buccellati

5. Buccellati

The Italian fine jeweller Buccellati uses rigato and ornato engraving techniques on its Macri Classica collection as part of the line’s personalisation service.

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Above Photo: Courtesy of Tiffany & Co

6. Tiffany & Co

The women’s 2-Hand timepiece by Tiffany & Co in stainless steel set with diamonds is the latest addition to the engravable Atlas collection.

This article first appeared on hk.asiatatler.com.

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