These days, fame isn’t enough for a celebrity to win the hearts and minds of consumers, especially where a luxury watch is concerned. An unwavering dedication to their craft, as well as a distinct personal style, seem to be important factors in choosing a face for the brand.
It also doesn’t hurt when they have a personal history with the brand, and already own a few pieces even before they were signed – just like some of these ladies. Now that is a powerful statement!
Here are women in film who have successfully built partnerships with luxury watch brands:
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Director Sofia Coppola already owned a few pieces from Cartier, such as a mini Tank watch, before she became their ambassador in 2016. This year, she is creating a commercial to mark the reintroduction of the 1980’s Panthère jewelry watch.
#PanthèredeCartier watch spotted on Sofia Coppola at the 2017 #GothamAwards. pic.twitter.com/RFsEBKQQKJ
— Cartier (@Cartier) November 28, 2017
Freida Pinto signed as one of Audemars Piguet’s ambassadors in 2015. At events, she is often seen wearing a Millenary or a Royal Oak timepiece.
Freida Pinto, the new AUDEMARS PIGUET ambassador http://t.co/XrH6GFcaLt @AudemarsPiguet @BecauseImFreida pic.twitter.com/grxQ2fw9fu
— Watch World (@WatchWorldIndia) July 8, 2015
Nicole Kidman became an Omega ambassador in 2005, and figured prominently in their “My Choice” campaign. She has been spotted wearing a Constellation and Ladymatic on several occasions.
#OMEGAHerTime
Brand ambassador Nicole Kidman brings out the best in every OMEGA watch. https://t.co/powxMGjK2l pic.twitter.com/ftujPw3wuP— OMEGA (@omegawatches) September 25, 2016
Rosamund Pike was chosen as IWC’s ambassador this year, as it more openly courts the women’s market. She admits to liking men’s watches, especially the Portuguese, for its sporty yet elegant style.
IWC wishes a very happy birthday to #RosamundPike. Watch the full #IWCTalksTo https://t.co/JMl45dEgWj pic.twitter.com/NxLi1eg2px
— IWC Watches (@IWC) January 27, 2017
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Diane Kruger became Jaeger Lecoultre’s ambassador in 2008, but has been wearing the brand since she was gifted a Reverso at 18. Her favorite is the rose gold Reverso, which she says is “understated yet put together”.
Diane Kruger wears the Grande #Reverso Lady Ultra Thin by #photographer Marcel Hartmann #Watchmaking #Icon pic.twitter.com/unoJwGbI
— Jaeger-LeCoultre (@jaegerlecoultre) September 26, 2011
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