We take a look at Harry Winston's dramatic, red-carpet ready watches — and explore the history of the jeweller's love affair with the colour blue.

Like a bolt from the blue, Harry Winston introduces several new versions of their dazzling high jewellery timepieces. These new editions were inspired by varying shades of the ocean and the sky: Here, that summer vibe manifests itself through an array of blue sapphires, Paraiba colour tourmalines, and of course, incredible diamonds.

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First up are four new additions to the Ultimate Emerald Signature line: Two Blue Sapphire models, and two Tourmaline models, which are crowned with an emerald-cut blue sapphire or an emerald-cut Paraiba tourmaline respectively.

These impressive watches are topped with an emerald-shaped case that&#39;s inspired by a pyramid, what with its cascading tiers of diamonds and gemstones: Swivel the case away and you&#39;ll reveal a stunning diamond pav&eacute; watch dial.

The watch is given an added layer of drama with a halo of 24 marquise-cut diamonds that surround the octagonal case, giving it the illusion of movement, of being suspended in mid-air.

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The differences between the four models is subtle: They come in either an all-diamond case, or a case that&#39;s set with both diamonds and a medley of sapphires or tourmalines.

The stones on each watch are set by hand, taking about 100 hours to complete. As always, the new timepieces are wonderfully versatile: They can be worn as a watch on sleek satin or silk straps, as a pendant, or as a classy brooch.

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For those who prefer a more subtle look, the Emerald Signature line also brings with it two new additions in light and dark sapphires.

Both models feature that same pyramid-like case. Here, the two models come with an iridescent white mother-of-pearl dial, a perfect complement to the gradient of brilliant-cut blue sapphires that surround the hidden watch face.

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Blue has long been the signature colour of Harry Winston, especially after its founder acquired the famed Hope Diamond in 1949 &mdash; a 45.52 carat blue diamond whose ownership records date back almost four centuries.

Beyond the mind-boggling number of diamonds and gemstones on each piece (each watch comes with an average of 400 stones), what makes the watches so exceptional is their use of Harry Winston&#39;s beloved emerald cut.

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Harry Winston's New High Jewellery Timepieces are the Perfect Summertime Indulgence

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