BVLGARI LVCEA Opaline Stainless Steel Watch Review
I’ve written about this BVLGARI LVCEA watch so many times that I’ve lost count. You may remember the most recent time I spoke about it was in this post, about my dream watches. I originally fell in love with this timepiece over a year ago when I had seen it in a store window as the pink crown caught my eye, but since then it’s been at the forefront of my mind and wasn’t something I could shake off, especially not since I was trying it on at any chance I got. I actually thought that owning this BVLGARI watch would just be a dream that never happened, but… it’s come true!
I don’t know if many of you know the jewellery store called Berry’s? Their heritage dates back to 1897 when they first established themselves as one of the North of England’s most distinguished retail jewellers, so they have been in this business for many years. Four generations later, you can now find Berry’s Jewellers in Leeds, Newcastle, Nottingham, York, Hull, and Windsor, so it’s definitely a company you should check out. I’m of course telling you about them because I finally managed to get my dream watch from them. They have a particular expertise in fine watches and diamonds, also representing the leading Swiss watch manufacturers and stock the worlds most exclusive brands. Since this BVLGARI LVCEA watch is both Swiss made and features a diamond, it made perfect sense to buy it from Berry’s.
Now, I have been keeping this beauty a secret since I received it last week, which is why you haven’t seen it on my social media at all yet. I wanted to showcase this watch in all its glory with perfect photos and a dedicated post, so that your first impressions are as amazing as mine. Adam and I shot these photos over a few days (I’ve been wearing it every day) and I wanted to incorporate flowers to play off the colours of the watch, as well as marble to add to the luxury feel it has. I’m definitely very proud of these pictures and since I wanted to do BVLGARI and Berry’s justice, I made sure I got these images just right.
Now getting to the actual watch, this is the BVLGARI LVCEA 33mm Stainless Steel Automatic Opaline Dial Watch. The whole LVCEA collection comes in various sizes, different metals, different faces, and different colours, but I wanted to choose something completely classic that would be timeless (excuse the pun!) and elegant enough to go with every single outfit that I wore. This fits the bill perfectly doesn’t it? I did of course love the mother of pearl face version with the diamond numerals, but the way the mother of pearl shines in the light was putting me off. Choosing this one with the Opaline dial was definitely the right choice for me and I couldn’t be happier.
As this BVLGARI LVCEA watch is automatic, it doesn’t need a battery as it works on its own through movement. When you wear the watch, the movement makes the watch work, but you can also give the crown a little wind here and there to keep it ticking over if you don’t plan on wearing it one day (it lasts up to 40 hours on its own). I’ve shown you the back of the watch in these photos because it’s simply stunning. Normal battery operated watches don’t have a see through back so you can’t see the insides, but Swiss made automatic watches do and you get to see all of the cogs and components that make the watch work, as well as the rotor to keep them going when it detects the movement. Just this alone was enough to sell me on an automatic watch. How cool is that?
The actual watch itself is made from stainless steel and the bracelet has a double clasp to it. The dial is silver with the BVLGARI logo at the top, the signature Opaline stripes, a date box and roman numerals at 12 and 6. The bezel matches the watch all over as it’s stainless steel as well, but where the real beauty is – is on the crown. It’s a gorgeous, deep pink shade, which is made from a pink cabochon-cut stone, set with a diamond inside, which you can see on a close up. This intense vibrancy of pink against the silver is what really drew me to the watch in the first place as it’s modern and pretty, but classic and elegant. I am beyond in love with this timepiece, I’m finding it hard to express just how perfect it is in words.
As you can see it comes in a gorgeous black leather box which sits inside a laid cardboard box with embossing, just in case you were wondering on the packaging. It’s every bit as fancy as the watch itself. Plus, as I got it from Berry’s, I know I am in safe hands if I ever need any servicing or repairs. I am hoping I never will need any repairs at all, but since this is a watch for life and one that will be with me for decades, I’m guessing it might.
This is my very first luxury watch and given how much I love watches, you’d think I would have owned one a lot sooner, but I wanted to get it right and waiting for my most coveted BVLGARI LVCEA watch was definitely the right thing to do. I can guarantee you will be seeing this in every outfit post (shot from this week onward) of mine to come! That’s how in love I am. It’s now an extension of me. What do you think of my watch? I’d love to hear your thoughts! Do any of you own a Swiss made automatic watch as well? You can check out all of the watches on Berry’s by clicking here.
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Who’s a lucky girl? That really is a beautiful watch
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Thank you so much!
It’s a very attractive watch indeed. It’s not at all difficult to understand how happy you are with it and what drew you to it. 🙂 I wish you lots of happy times (pun intended… sorry…) with it. 😀
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Ha ha, thank you, Steven! So happy you like it! I’m sure time is gonna fly when I wear it, ha ha!
Wow Lorna I’m not surprised you were so taken with this watch! It’s so lovely in every way, and fits perfectly with your signature style. I love the way you can see the different parts of it operating through the see-through panel! That makes it extra special! And the pink crown and diamond are just stunning. I’m really excited to see you style it with different outfits!
Saba xx
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Thank you, Saba! It truly is a dream watch isn’t it? I’m in love!
You’re so welcome Lorna! It surely is! xx
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Thanks!
congrats on getting the watch.
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Thank you!
This wristwatch looks classic! I love its style. ♥ It looks perfect on you too! Hope to hear from you soon!
Love, Airish
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Thank you so much!
That is a really gorgeous watch. I don’t wear watches much but I know how to appreciate one! 🙂
xoxo,
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I’m so glad 🙂
That watch is absolutely stunning! 😮 x
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Thank you 🙂
That is a beautiful watch! So chic and timeless 🙂
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Thank you 🙂
Watch looks super cool 🙂
Naelle from paris..!
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Thank you 🙂
What an incredibly amazing watch, I think I just fell in love with it!
XO IMKE | Pastellics
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Thank you!
Beautiful selection!
Have a nice week-end!
Gil Zetbase
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Thanks!
It’s so beautiful, love it!!
Kisses,
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Thank you!
Such an elegant watch and the pictures are just stunning <3
Harshita
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Thank you!
A watch is an essential accessory for anyone. You must have a beautiful one like this one!
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Thank you! I’m glad I own this one!
The watch definitely looks so elegant and fits you really well 🙂
Oh Dear Bumblebees
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Thank you 🙂
Such a chic + classic design! Looks amazing!
-Ashley
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Thank you!
this watch fabulous!
kisses darling
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Thank you!
This Bvlgari watch is seriously amazing! So feminine and dainty, I could definitely see my wearing it!
xoxo Rina
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Thank you so much!
What a beautiful watch! Love how elegant, feminine and versatile it is! Lovely photos, too 🙂
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Thank you 🙂
This BVLGARI watch is stunning! Such a luxury and feminine thing 🙂
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Thank you 🙂