Frida Giannini, Italian fashion designer and former creative director for Gucci, once said: “The first thing I notice about a man is his shoes. Then I look at his watch.” So, for a little lighthearted fun, we thought we would pair five of Parmigiani’s 2024 editions with this year’s most stylish men’s footwear for a little summer style inspiration.
Tonda PF Skeleton & Thom Browne Fisherman Sandals
For this light and airy open-worked Tonda PF Skeleton, we have chosen Thom Browne’s brogued fisherman’s sandals in black pebble grain leather with a brass buckle and a lightweight tonal rubber sole. They are the perfect match for this Parmigiani Tonda model with its hand-bevelled Milano-blue PF 777 calibre that has been put on full show on the dial side of the watch. The timepiece comes in a 40mm polished and satin-finished platinum case and comes with an integrated platinum bracelet.
Tonda PF Micro-Rotor No Date & Polo Ralph Lauren Merton Boat Shoes
This latest Tonda PF Micro-Rotor is fitted with a “Golden Siena” dial, bringing a warm touch to this 40mm stainless steel timepiece. This model is the first to not include the date, because let’s face it, when you are on your summer vacation, the date is the last thing you need! And for those lazy days by the ocean, we thought these Polo Ralph Lauren Merton leather boat shoes would be perfect for slipping on and off your yacht!
Toric Petite Seconde & Adidas Samba
Parmigiani’s Toric collection dates back to 1996 at the very beginning of the brand. This year, the collection receives a complete make-over as can be seen with this Toric Petite Seconde in rose gold with a hand-grained sand gold dial and grey celadon hand-stitched nubuck alligator strap. For this truly elegant piece, we thought we would show how you can dress it up with a lightweight beige summer suit or dress it down with a pair of the latest Adidas Samba sneakers.
Tonda PF Hijri Perpetual Calendar & Magnanni Loafers with Tassels
The Tonda PF Hijri Perpetual Calendar was the winner of the 2020 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève’s (GPHG) Innovation Prize thanks to its remarkable movement that impressed the jury with its Tabular Islamic calendar. This system is based on the cycles of the moon in comparison to the solar Gregorian calendar and lunisolar Chinese Xiali calendar. Matching its dark green dial, we have chosen a pair of Magnanni Drop Tassel Loafers crafted from supple calfskin leather that can be worn for any occasion.
Tonda PF Sport Chronograph & Mr. Porter Penny Loafers
Last but not least, this sporty, yet elegant, chronograph combines the function of a chronograph with the elegance of a guilloché dial, a knurled bezel, and a grey woven textile strap. With its three sub-dials in a darker shade of grey and its “clou triangular” dial, we thought these Mr. Porter two-tone Jacques Penny Loafers would match a treat.
So, how do you wear your Parmigiani? Feel free to send us some wrist (and feet) shots!
