Louis Vuitton's Keeper Watch Features a Diamond-Clad Eye-Shaped Design
Summary
Louis Vuittonhas unveiled its Virtuosity High Jewelry collection for Summer 2025, celebrating the Maison's artistry and craftsmanship in fine jewelry-making. Comprising 110 unique pieces, the collection is divided into 12 themes across two distinct universes: The World of Mastery and The World of Creativity. Each design showcases intricate craftsmanship and innovative storytelling, reinforcing the Maison's legacy of luxury and exceptional savoir-faire.
Among the standout creations is the Keeper series, which expands on the theme of protecting wisdom and expertise, introducing the watchful eye motif as a symbol of knowledge and vision. This unisex lineup includes necklaces, eye-shaped brooches and the exquisite Keeper Watch, each meticulously designed to embody the fusion of artistry and symbolism.
The Keeper Watch features an elegant, eye-shaped silhouette, blending avant-garde design with timeless luxury. Encased in white gold and adorned with diamonds, its rhombus-framed dial sits within a circular case, entirely covered in snow-set diamonds. The timepiece is completed with leaf-shaped hour and minute hands in white gold, while bezel and custom-set diamonds surround the watch face. Enhancing the eye-like structure, pavé diamonds line the outer edges, creating a mesmerizing and radiant composition.
Separating the eye-shaped case from its bracelet, two yellow gold accent pieces, each featuring two set diamonds, add a refined contrast to the design. The Keeper Watch exemplifies Louis Vuitton's dedication to innovation and elegance, seamlessly blending symbolism, craftsmanship and luxury in a truly striking timepiece.
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