{
  "id": 17048249,
  "title": "From Kendall Jenner to Elle Fanning, why bangle watches are back in fashion",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/from-kendall-jenner-to-elle-fanning-why-bangle-watches-are-back-in-17048249",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-29T10:29:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National Business",
    "slug": "the-national-business",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/magazine/2026/10/29/from-kendall-jenner-to-elle-fanning-why-bangle-watches-are-back-in-fashion/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Several high-profile celebrities, such as Kendall Jenner and Elle Fanning, have been spotted wearing bangle watches, contributing to their resurgence in popularity. The bangle watch, a blend of jewel and timepiece, places its distinctive oval-shaped dial on a rigid bracelet rather than a conventional strap. After a decade of dominance by sports watches, the bangle watch's comeback reflects a shift in consumer preferences towards jewelry-like timepieces. Cartier reintroduced the Baignoire in 2023, reflecting its approach to watchmaking through a jeweler's eye. The watch features a signature bathtub-shaped case, sapphire-set winding crown, and a playful Polka Dot or classic pavé diamonds design. Piaget produced bangle and cuff watches during the 1960s and 1970s, while Danish silversmith Vivianna Torun introduced a silver interpretation in 1969. Today, Van Cleef & Arpels, Bvlgari, Chaumet, Chanel, and Gucci are among the brands revisiting the bangle watch design, combining their signature styles with contemporary gemstone choices. The watch's appeal lies in its ability to seamlessly transition from an accessory to a piece of jewelry, making it an elegant choice for eveningwear when paired with a silk gown.",
  "summary": "Could Kendall Jenner and Elle Fanning have helped propel the bangle watch back into fashion? Jenner has been wearing Cartier ’s Baignoire for several years, including at last month’s Venice Film Festival, while Fanning paired hers with a succession of looks at Cannes last year. Part jewel, part timepiece, the Baignoire watch places its distinctive oval-shaped dial on a rigid bracelet rather than…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}