The New Louis Vuitton Escale Is Everyday Elegance Distilled

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Earlier this year, after a decade of producing the Escale watch, Louis Vuitton unveiled the Escale Cabinet of Wonders. The three-watch collection is truly something to behold—an intricate and ornate ode to the craftsmanship and artistry at play in the world of high-end watchmaking. But these are not watches you wear every day. Assuming you can afford it and manage to track down one of the scant twenty pieces that were made of each design, you’ll probably choose to keep it under lock and key when you’re not admiring it or showing it off.

Luckily, the maison had another trick up its sleeve for the tenth anniversary of the Escale—and now we get to take a closer look. A new collection of Escale watches just arrived, and the four designs on offer are exactly what you’ll want to reach for each morning if everyday elegance is the name of the game. For our money, the two 39mm rose-gold options are the real standouts—especially the blue-dial option. But if you like a little bling, you can also opt for a 39.5mm platinum case with a meteorite dial or a showstopping combination of platinum, diamonds, and onyx with a 40.5mm diameter.

The Escale in platinum with a meteorite dial.

No matter what you choose, all four designs feature very Vuitton-esque references throughout. For instance, the grained dials of the rose-gold versions nod to the texture of LV’s famous Monogram canvas. The shape of the lugs is inspired by Louis Vuitton trunks—as are the decorative rivets that ornament them. Inside is an LFT023 powering the time-only, three-hand movement, a surprising first in the history of the Escale.

One of two versions of the Escale in rose gold.

If you’re in the market, you can learn more about all four models online—though you’ll need to call Louis Vuitton to get details on pricing and availability. You’re looking at an investment, to be sure, but considering the versatility of these new pieces, it’s one that’s poised to pay off in the long run.