The Louis Vuitton Escale World Time marks the brand’s first concept-style dial, featuring a multi-layered concentric circle design that abandons traditional hands. The innermost ring displays the minutes, while the next ring shows the 24-hour time scale, read via a yellow indicator at 12 o’clock. This layout, reminiscent of Cartier’s Astrorégulateur, offers a surprisingly intuitive reading experience once you get accustomed to it.
The outer two rings showcase the GMT city names, each hand-painted with oil pigments to represent different cities and their motifs — inspired by historic Louis Vuitton trunk decorations. The vibrant palette and intricate detailing turn the dial into a wearable work of art.
Time zone adjustments are effortless: simply rotate the crown to align the corresponding city ring. The lug-to-case connection takes design cues from LV’s iconic trunk hardware, creating a refined and cohesive aesthetic.
Crafted in 18K white gold, the 41mm case measures only 9.75mm thick — a size suitable for both men and women. Powered by Louis Vuitton’s in-house LV 106 automatic movement, it offers a 38-hour power reserve, which, while modest, is more than compensated by the artistry and innovation of its design.
Louis Vuitton Escale World Time
18K white gold case, 41mm diameter, 9.75mm thickness, sapphire crystal front and back, LV 106 automatic movement, 26 jewels, 28,800 vph, 38-hour power reserve, alligator strap with calfskin lining, 18K white gold pin buckle, water-resistant to 30m.
Complication: World Time.
