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With the arrival of summer, thoughts of cool white linen, a vacation adjacent to golden sands and azure waters and outdoor dining both home and away are sure to take hold in the minds of style fans, diving enthusiasts and watch aficionados alike. Whether plans for the coming months include a scuba trip to the Maldives or brunch at Le Champ in the Arts District, a watch in a summer-friendly design is a must addition to every thoughtful watch wardrobe. The latest releases have been crafted by brands keyed into the power of white in watches, in designs that maximize aesthetics that are sporty, stylish — or a combination of both.

Whether you prefer ’s iconic J12, ’s coveted Superocean or the artful statement of an Sang Bleu, the latest in summer-perfect timepieces prove that white can make a red-hot statement. With WNBA games earning record ratings, Tissot (an NBA partner since 2015) picked the right time to collaborate with the professional women’s basketball league, releasing its first watch from the pairing in April. The features a white dial with luminescent hour markers and hands, housed in a 40mm steel case, while the white and orange strap, crafted in the same composite material as Wilson game balls, is also meant to evoke the official WNBA colors.



A solid orange strap is also included and can be switched using Tissot’s quick-release system; $450, at Feldmar Watch Company, or . A proprietary bronze alloy that both resists corrosion and develops a unique patina wi.

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