Strongly associated with sports and cycling, Festina is the 'official timekeeper' for various major cycling races like the Tour De France, Giro d'Italia and the Vuelta. The brand's watches are internationally successful – an achievement that it attributes to its high quality, modern designs and good value for money. This model, with black PVD plating, is the official chronograph for the Vuelta, the Spanish cycling tour.
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RRP: £169
Spring Fair: Hall 17, Stand N14/P15
"Sold in over 20 countries, Avalanche is now a big name in the UK market," explains LBS. The popular timepieces are complemented with wonderful promotional packaging and comprehensive after-sales information for retailer and consumer alike. With five ranges to choose from – Alpha, Alpine, Extreme, Mini and Pure – these high fashion colourful watches are "essential for every retail jeweller," and are available for both gents and ladies.
Information: 01992 470 369 or www.lbslondon.co.uk
RRP: From £40
a.b.art says that its dramatic and stylish larger watches are much in demand. "It isn't just the men folk who are raving about the Swiss-made chunky faces – fashion conscious girls like to wear them too!" the brand adds. The O, OA and OC Series are the "leaders of the pack, but for those girls who do want to be square in 2012, it looks as though the iconic E and ES series would fit the bill, and they come in a great selection of cool colours."
Information: 01422 317 539, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or www.abart-uk.com
RRP: £182 (ES 104, pictured)
Created by Appleson Agencies, Vibe-Watch, the "original, fully interchangeable timepiece," taps into the huge demand for trendy, brightly coloured fashion watches, while additionally offering the consumer a choice of colours in all components. Simply clip together (without the need for tools) to create something personal and exclusive. The range now has 30 masculine and feminine colours in most components, creating millions of possible design combinations. All Vibe-Watch components are offered in two sizes (large and small), so fashion conscious children or ladies with smaller wrist sizes can also create something personal, fashionable, unisex and exclusive.
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RRP: £29.99
Spring Fair: Hall 18, Stand J45
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