Precious Dozen: Net-a-Porter Begins Retailing Audemars Piguet with 12 Selected Pieces

It’s not just the convenience of executing everything from a few mouse clicks without leaving one’s seat; there are also other practical concerns, like a virus outbreak, that is making a growing case for online shopping, even for luxury timepieces. There are occasions for having tea and chats at a boutique, but with major brands setting up online businesses or testing the waters with digital-savvy partners, the momentum is tipping towards online retail.

A further step in this direction is Net-a-Porter announcing a partnership with Audemars Piguet, by launching 12 models in 18k white or pink gold, from the watchmaker’s Royal Oak, Royal Oak Offshore and Millenary collections.

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