Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon

July 17, 2017
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Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon luxury smartwatch

Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon Smartwatch – LV’s First Luxury Smartwatch

The Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon marks the brand’s first entry into the smartwatch industry.
Designed around the iconic Tambour silhouette, the watch integrates the aesthetic elements of GMT, Chronograph, and Escale models while presenting a distinctly modern digital interface.
Its outer bezel features a 24-hour scale, reinforcing Louis Vuitton’s long-standing association with the spirit of travel.


Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon AMOLED dial

Design and Display of the Tambour Horizon

The 42mm stainless steel case maintains the signature Tambour “drum” profile.
The concave sides, inspired by the Tambour Moon collection, reduce the visual thickness and give the smartwatch a more elegant presence on the wrist.
At the front, a circular 390×390 AMOLED touchscreen offers vibrant colors and crisp graphics.
Users can personalize their displays with iconic LV designs such as Monogram, Damier, and striped patterns, allowing the watch to reflect individual style.


LV Tambour Horizon Monogram dial customization

Customizable Dials Inspired by LV Complications

The Tambour Horizon offers multiple dial modes derived from Louis Vuitton’s mechanical timepieces.
The Escale-inspired worldtime dial includes city names and multi-color motifs around the outer ring.
The GMT mode uses a yellow arrow to display a second time zone.
Meanwhile, the Chronograph design incorporates a Monogram-star small seconds subdial at 6 o’clock, blending traditional watchmaking elements with digital convenience.



Tambour Horizon dial detail

Wear OS Features and Travel Functions

Powered by Android Wear 2.0 (Wear OS), the Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon connects seamlessly with both iOS and Android smartphones.
Standard features include notifications for calls, messages, emails, weather, alarms, and fitness tracking.
LV enhances the experience with dedicated travel applications such as:

  • My Flight – real-time flight status and boarding gate updates
  • City Guide – LV’s curated recommendations for seven global cities
  • GPS Explorer – nearby restaurants, hotels, and attractions



Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon smartwatch strap options

Performance, Battery, and Technical Specs

The smartwatch is equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 2100 processor, 512MB RAM, and 4GB of internal storage.
Its 300mAh battery delivers up to 22 hours of standby in low-brightness mode.
Sapphire crystal is used on both the dial and case back, ensuring scratch resistance and premium feel.
Water resistance is rated at 30 meters, suitable for daily use.

Case Variants and Strap Customization

Louis Vuitton offers three case styles: Graphite brushed steel, Monogram polished steel, and Black PVD.
Prices range from RMB 17,700 to RMB 21,500.
More than 60 interchangeable strap options—including rubber, calfskin, and alligator leather—allow for extensive personalization, appealing to both men and women.

Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon Smartwatch Specifications

Stainless steel case, 42mm diameter, 12.55mm thickness, AMOLED touchscreen, Wear OS, sapphire crystal, Snapdragon Wear 2100, 512MB RAM, 4GB storage, 300mAh battery, water-resistant 30 meters.

Learn More

For official details, visit
Louis Vuitton Official Website.

Fidel is the founder and editor-in-chief of Luxury Wrist Club. With over a decade of experience in haute horlogerie and fine jewelry, he specializes in technical watchmaking, gemstone appraisal, and luxury market trends. His work has been featured in leading industry publications, and he is a regular speaker at international watch and jewelry summits.

Based in Europe, Fidel combines deep technical knowledge with a collector's eye for detail. He believes that true luxury is not just about possession — it's about understanding the craftsmanship, heritage, and artistry behind every masterpiece.

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