In 1860, Giovanni Panerai opened the doors of a watchmaking shop in Florence – a simple action that would be the first word in the Panerai watch company’s story. Panerai watches are favoured for their military aesthetics, with details like the signature crown guard of a Panerai men’s watch being directly inspired by the brand’s history. One of the most popular pieces in its arsenal is the Panerai Radiomir, named after the luminescence that allows its wearer to see in the dark. This historic Officine Panerai watch was created in secret for the Italian navy in the ‘30s, kickstarting a relationship that would last until 1993 and culminate in the creation of the first Panerai Luminor. This, in turn, inspired another icon: the Panerai Submersible – an evolution of the design that could dive to 300 metres. Today, Panerai women’s watches take this legacy and run with it, combining Swiss watchmaking with unmistakable Italian style.