Speaking of dress watches, I think there are only very few horological houses that focused predominantly on form and geometry as Cartier progresses. The singularity of design across the last century, from the initial Tortue to date remains reminiscent to its first execution. Rather than increasing case size, dial setting and general proportions on most references as the millennium approaches, the Maison referred towards its inception and in fact brought back the light from the past.

Debut almost a century ago, the Santos embeds a deep influence on Cartier's history as a symbol of friendship between Louis and Alberto-Santos, a pioneering pilot. One might think that the Santos de Cartier is conceived as a pure dress piece, however the very beginning suggested an aviation piece - certainly a one-watch-collection that fits all occasions I must say.