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DolceVita

Introduced: 1997

Purpose / Inspiration: The DolceVita was Longines’ move to offer a modern rectangular dress watch that combined Swiss precision with the charm of Italian elegance. Inspired by the relaxed glamour of La Dolce Vita, it was made for those who want something refined, simple, and quietly stylish—especially popular with women, though men’s sizes are available. This is Longines’ most fashion-forward collection, but it’s still backed by their serious watchmaking heritage.

Designer: Created in-house by Longines’ modern design team; refreshed in 2015 with softer curves and newer quartz and mechanical calibers

Case size:

  • Women’s: 20.5mm x 32mm to 23.3mm x 37mm
  • Men’s: 28.2mm x 47mm to 32.1mm x 50mm
  • Slim profile across all references

Case options:

  • Stainless steel
  • Two-tone (steel + rose or yellow gold cap)
  • Full 18k gold on limited editions
  • Diamond-set bezel options available
  • Curved sapphire crystal for a vintage-style contour

Powered by:

  • Quartz movement in most references (ETA-based, highly accurate)
  • Automatic mechanical versions introduced in select men’s models
    • Caliber L592 (automatic, 45h power reserve)

Bezel:

  • Smooth polished bezel
  • Optional diamond-set bezel (brilliant-cut, set on top or sides depending on model)

Dial options:

  • Silver flinqué, white lacquer, black, blue, or mother-of-pearl
  • Painted Roman numerals or minimalist batons
  • Small seconds subdial at 6 o’clock on many models
  • Blued steel or leaf hands depending on edition

Water resistance: 30m

Bracelet:

  • Polished steel link bracelet (fluid and dressy)
  • Alligator leather strap with pin buckle or deployant clasp
  • Quick-change strap system on newer models

Still in production, with many SKUs in both men’s and women’s ranges—DolceVita remains Longines’ go-to collection for rectangular and jewelry-style timepieces

Why it matters: The DolceVita isn’t about performance specs—it’s about style with substance. It wears like jewelry, looks like old-world elegance, and comes from a brand that still builds every piece in-house. It’s one of the few rectangular options in the market with real Swiss legitimacy at a sane price.

La Dolce Vita on the Wrist: Italian charm, Swiss core

Dress Watch Looks, Everyday Price

For Women Who Want More Than Just Shine

Rectangular Done Right. No Compromises.

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