Chanel has blended two of its powerhouse watches to create the Monsieur.Superleggera Edition. This new men’s piece takes the high-tech aluminium J12 Superleggera, echoing the Italian racing cars that revolutionised motor racing with their superlight construction, to join forces with the Monsieur watch. This was launched five years ago as the debut dedicated collection for men, with its distinctive graphic numerical design and refined geometric proportions, topped by the seal of the lion, the emblem of Chanel fine watchmaking. Primarily a Monsieur piece, with its codes and aesthetic, the J12 Superleggera adds an athletic attitude and a sporty personality to the new model. 

Inspired by the design of racing car speedometers, it is powered by the Calibre 1 found in the original Monsieur, the first movement designed, developed and assembled by the Chanel manufacture. This engine powers the Instant Jumping hour, 240-degree retrograde minute plus centred small seconds counter. Its stealthy coachwork is enhanced by the matte black ceramic 42mm case, which houses the matte black guilloché dial with discreet black nickel finish. The black nylon strap lined with red calfskin adds a flash of drama to a watch that is graceful, sporty – and racy.

£30,500; chanel.com