On Friday, however, business was far from everyone’s minds as the panel discussion got underway. Brilliantly hosted by Paul Feig, the discussion shed light on the dual worlds of watch collecting and menswear. Although it is rare for these two industries to meet in any significant way, even just a cursory glance at the attendees that evening would have led you to believe that fine watches and elegant style go very much hand in hand. And why shouldn’t they? There is perhaps no better way to sign off your look than with the timepiece on your wrist, especially if it is somehow significant. But as the panel stated, a significant watch worn carelessly simply becomes a bit of expensive real estate, a jarring bookend to an ill-conceived outfit. Style and watches are symbiotic by nature and so how they interact needs to be carefully considered. This is the premise behind the ‘Styled’ auction, for which both Mr Porter and The Rake have curated 12 unique looks that define the most important style moments in a man’s life.
The 121 watches up for auction has been moved from London to New York where they will be exhibited at Phillips until the gavel’s first strike on December 5th. To stay tuned with all the news around the event, follow @therake, @phillipswatches and @mrporterwatches oninstagram or search for #StyledAuction. Otherwise, visit Phillips.com/Watches for in-depth information on the lots and auction details.