From the Mediterranean to America’s shores, Hampton watches by Baume & Mercier capture the pastel hues and serene beauty of coastal landscapes in their refined dial designs.
A watch can embody boundless inspiration—drawing from racing cars that leave trails of dust on the track, the mysteries of the ocean’s depths, iconic architectural movements, celebrated works of art, or the world’s most captivating cities. Baume & Mercier seamlessly weaves together these diverse sources to craft its signature timepieces. The Hampton collection is one such creation. First launched by the brand in 1994, the collection finds its muse in both the peaceful charm of the American coastal town of Hampton and the rich design heritage housed in Baume & Mercier’s archives.
Having garnered numerous accolades since its founding, Baume & Mercier is particularly celebrated for its elegant women’s timepieces, especially those dating back to the 1920s. The Hampton line was inspired by a model originally crafted in the 1960s. Featuring softly curved rectangular cases and minimalistic, graceful dials, the Hampton watches pay tribute to the Art Deco movement of the 1920s. Often drawing on contemporary architecture and occasionally transforming into wearable works of art, these watches embody a timeless and refined sophistication in every iteration.
The Timeless Elegance of Pastel Tones
Two standout models within the collection are the Hampton M0A10752 and M0A10751. Both exemplify Baume & Mercier’s signature elegance at first glance. The M0A10751 model marries steel with gold to achieve a refined contrast. This model’s brushed and polished stainless steel case measures 35 x 22.2 mm. Gold accents appear on the bracelet’s details and the cabochon-cut crown. The crown, coated in pink gold-toned PVD steel, is embellished with a black agate stone—a thoughtful addition that completes the visual harmony between steel and gold.
This contrast continues on the dial, where gold-toned “glaive” style hour and minute hands, along with gold-toned indices, stand out against a pristine white backdrop. The pairing of these tones evokes the warm, orange-tinged yellows of a sunset over Hampton Beach.
