Cardinal Black Steel Watch from Benson Watch Company (https://bensonwatch.com)
Want a gift that's timeless and stylish? Treat yourself or gift someone special Benson Watch Company’s handsome Cardinal Black Steel Watch that pretty much goes with anything. A watch is an enduring gift, and this one will add elegance and style to the recipient. The design of this Cardinal Black Steel watch is not overwhelming, bulky or heavy on the arm. Rather, this clean and easily-adjustable watch feels weightless when fitted to the arm and can be paired with any outfit, for any occasion—from daytime casual to evening elegant. This genderless timepiece comes from the Benson Watch Company, a black-owned luxury brand with a loyal following who exalts the belief that true fulfillment means spending time doing what you love. Founder, Marcel Benson, has always loved curating watches and has reportedly collected 100 since the age of seven. His watch collection inspired him to leave his corporate job and launch his own brand, designing modern luxury watches. Benson Watch Company’s Cardinal Collection watch line was created by designer Marcel, who drew inspiration from a collection of Mid-20th century timepieces. In this special series, he blends vintage luxury with modern minimalism and precise coloring for a piece that subtly stands out.

Casio PROTREK Watch (https://www.casio.com)
For a sportier watch look is the Casio PROTREK watch—a series for which evolution never seems to stop. A new green colorway has been introduced to the PRG240 line, which is a model that embodies some of the very best in functional beauty and ease of operation that modern technology has to offer. The rotary bezel is specially shaped for easy operation, even while wearing gloves. Large letters indicating north, south, east and west are colored for easy reading. Dedicated direction, barometer and altitude buttons provide one-touch access to measurements, plus the buttons are large with slanted diamond patterns for plenty of slip resistance during operation. Since "easy to press" often also means "more operation error,” the back cover is designed to make it the same height of the button surfaces, which greatly reduces the chance of operation error. The result is easy button operation, but only when you need it to be. The number of pointer lines has been increased from 60 to 72 for easier to read World Time and sunrise times. A TOUGH SOLAR feature ensures stable operation even when using power-hungry functions. Also 100-meter water resistant, this watch with a durable resin band is up for any outing.

Forbes Business Council, Newsweek Expert Forum and Rolling Stone Culture Council Member Merilee Kern, MBA is an internationally-regarded brand strategist and analyst who reports on noteworthy industry change makers, movers, shakers and innovators across all B2B and B2C categories. This includes field experts and thought leaders, brands, products, services, destinations and events. Merilee is Founder, Executive Editor and Producer of “The Luxe List” as well as Host of both the “Savvy Living” lifestyle and travel and “Savvy Ventures” business TV shows. As a prolific business and consumer trends, lifestyle and leisure industry voice of authority and tastemaker, she keeps her finger on the pulse of the marketplace in search of new and innovative must-haves and exemplary experiences at all price points, from the affordable to the extreme—also delving into the minds behind the brands. Her work reaches multi-millions worldwide via broadcast TV (her own shows and copious others on which she appears) as well as a myriad of print and online publications. Connect with her at www.TheLuxeList.com and www.SavvyLiving.tv / Instagram www.Instagram.com/LuxeListReports / Twitter www.Twitter.com/LuxeListReports / Facebook www.Facebook.com/LuxeListReports / LinkedIN www.LinkedIn.com/in/MerileeKern.

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