Reviving a style era defined by bold expression and flair, Frederique Constant reintroduces its retro-futuristic cuff watch with the 2025 debut of the Classics Manchette. Inspired by the glam rock spirit of the 1980s and first launched in the mid-2000s, the Manchette line is back—this time in four elegantly updated executions.

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Each new Classics Manchette features a square dial nestled within a seven-link flexible bracelet, embossed with the Clou de Paris pattern—a classic motif of small pyramid-like studs that shimmer under the light. This textured geometry repeats seamlessly across the entire cuff and through the square dial.

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The variations lie in the dial—one dazzles with 158 brilliant-cut diamonds (Ref. FC-200PVD1MC6B), the second iteration features a green malachite dial (Ref. FC-200MA1MC6B), the third comes with a deep black onyx dial (Ref. FC-200ONB1MC6B), and the fourth flaunts a matte white dial with black Roman numerals (Ref. FC-200WR1MC6B). All dials are completed with a pair of polished stick hands.

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All versions are crafted in stainless steel, measuring 25.7 mm and a thickness of 6.45 mm. Each cuff is equipped with an integrated invisible deployment clasp, ensuring a seamless look and secure fit. The watches are water-resistant up to 30 metres.

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Powering the new Classics Manchette collection is Frederique Constant’s FC-200 quartz movement, offering 60 months of battery life.

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The white dial model is marked at INR 1,20,000 (approx.), green malachite and onyx dial versions are priced at INR 1,80,000 (approx.), and the diamond-set model comes at INR 4,05,000 (approx.)

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What we think -

A fan favorite brand of the Indian Watch Community now offers more watches for women, a wonderful addition to their catalog which was starting to look a bit skewed. What’s more, in-house capabilities to the brim!

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