Trends come and go, but true style stands the test of time. The best accessories are the ones you’ll reach for year after year, whether it’s a beautifully crafted leather briefcase, an understated dress watch, or a pair of impeccably made boots.
Better still, some only improve with age, developing a rich patina and character all their own. From Berluti’s sumptuous suede to Patek Philippe’s refined watchmaking and Louis Vuitton’s supple leather goods, these investment-worthy pieces marry exceptional craftsmanship with enduring design. Consider these the building blocks of a wardrobe that will never go out of style.
Photographed by Yudi Eli/Set Styling by Rebecca Bartoshesky
From left: Berluti F088 briefcase in double-face suede, $4,550; Montblanc lacquer, metal, mother-of-pearl, and 18-karat-gold fountain pen, $5,100; Patek Philippe 34.5 mm by 39.5 mm Golden Ellipse Ref. 5738G-001 in 18-karat white gold, $43,011.
Photographed by Yudi Eli/Set Styling by Rebecca Bartoshesky
Left to right: Loro Piana Giona wool beanie, $1,025; Brunello Cucinelli grained-calfskin boots, $2,000; Chopard 36.5 mm L.U.C 1860 Lucent Steel watch, $29,700; Giorgio Armani suede gloves with cashmere lining, $825.
Photographed by Yudi Eli/Set Styling by Rebecca Bartoshesky
From left: H. Moser & Cie. 42 mm Endeavour Perpetual Calendar Concept Tantalum, $94,500 (limited to 50); Matsuda 2809H-V2 titanium and acetate sunglasses, $1,525; Parmigiani Fleurier 40 mm Tonda PF Micro-Rotor Agave Blue in stainless steel and platinum, $29,300.
Photographed by Yudi Eli/Set Styling by Rebecca Bartoshesky
Left to right: Louis Vuitton Men’s leather Verso Hobo, $5,750; Stefano Ricci cashmere scarf, $1,100; Cartier 33.7 mm by 25.5 mm Tank Must de Cartier watch in steel, $4,100; David Yurman DY Madison sterling-silver chain necklace, $1,050, and Streamline pavé three-row band ring in sterling silver with diamonds, $4,400; Pineider bifold leather wallet, $360.
Photographed by Yudi Eli/Set Styling by Rebecca Bartoshesky
Valextra MyLogo Sublime Bowling Bag in leather, $6,800; Polo Ralph Lauren leather belt, $98.
Top: Van Cleef & Arpels 38 mm Midnight Heure d’ici & Heure d’ailleurs watch in 18-karat rose gold and enamel, price upon request; Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Sevillana cuff links in 18-karat gold, $6,800; Ginori 1735 Oriente Italiano porcelain bread plate, $130; Saidan Vintage Jewels 18-karat-white-gold, ruby, and diamond cuff links, price upon request, and 18-karat-yellow-gold, yellow sapphire, and diamond cuff links, $4,000; Baccarat Harcourt wax candlestick candle, $140.
Senior Fashion Market Editor, Accessories: Thomas Waller
Fashion Assistant: Sydni Lewis
Photo Assistant: Daniel Cochran
Photo Director: Irene Opezzo
Design Director: Marina Grinshpun
