THE old saying, “clothes make the man”, implies that a person’s dressing can affect how others perceive him.
Likewise, the right timepiece plays a role in personifying one’s personality and style.
StarChrono takes a look at three well-known figures who have been appointed watch brand partners.
Adolfo “Poroto” Cambiaso has joined the Richard Mille family.
Poroto is the seventh member of the Cambiaso family to play the sport of polo. He is the son of Adolfo Cambiaso Sr, widely regarded as one of the greatest polo players in history.
For Richard Mille, which prides itself on supporting up-and-coming talent, the Adolfo Jr is a welcome addition to the watch brand’s own family of sportspeople, and the second polo player to join the brand alongside its long-standing relationship with Pablo Mac Donough.
Poroto Cambiaso
Poroto, 19, started riding horses at age four before picking up a polo mallet a couple of years later.
“I like to compete,” Poroto says, “and to begin with, I played many sports such as tennis and football.”
But he found he was better at polo.
“It was easy to learn. I really love horses and to ride.”
Growing up on the family farm, Poroto was soon playing polo with other children and simply having a good time.
“When I started competing in tournaments, there was no pressure,” he says.
“I was a kid playing for fun and though there was an expectation about what I could do, I didn’t feel it.
“Then I realised I was doing well, and the pressure started to grow.”
At the age of 14, he was in the team that won the Royal Windsor Cup in Britain and received the trophy from Queen Elizabeth II.
He is currently the youngest player in history to win the Queen’s Cup, the US Open and the Argentine Open, the most prestigious tournaments in the sport.
In 2022, he became a member of La Dolfna, the most successful 40-goal handicap team of all time, founded by his father.
Poroto then became the youngest player ever to win the Argentine Open and achieve a 10-goal handicap at age 17.
In that same year, he scored 113 goals, making him the top scorer of the Argentine season, which is considered the most competitive in the world.
He also received the Fair Play Award and the prestigious Silver Olympia as the best polo player of the year.
He is aware of his responsibility to do right by the family name.
But though he still plays with his father for La Dolfna and has won the Hurlingham Cup as part of the team lineup, he’s establishing himself in his own right as polo’s most exciting prospect.
“I lead a team in the US and in England, and I really enjoy it.
“I have learned so much from my father, both on and off the field, and I know I still have much to learn,” he says.
“Polo is a very demanding sport, physically really hard.
“I train, play and go to the gym every day; I practise penalties like a golfer.
“Polo is all about being able to react fast, in the moment. You have to make quick decisions.
“The adrenaline is amazing. But to win, you also need good equipment.
“It’s like F1. If you have good horses, you’ll have a good team.”
Poroto’s latest piece of equipment is a RM 67-02 Automatic Extra Flat sports watch, in Quartz TPT and Carbon TPT composite and grade 5 titanium; it weighs only 32g.
“It’s really light and comfortable; I don’t even feel it. I wear the watch on my left, ungloved hand which holds the reins,” he says.
Richard Mille says it has continued to strengthen its ties with the world of polo, a universe where passion and precision come together.
“This partnership represents a collaboration between two forces driven by a shared love of challenges and the desire to push boundaries,” the brand says.
Danielle Marsh, from the acclaimed girl group NewJeans, is the latest star to join Omega’s illustrious family.
Wearing a Constellation in stainless steel and 18K Moonshine Gold for the global announcement, Danielle represents a youthful new addition to the iconic Swiss watchmaking brand.
In the music world, NewJeans has become a sensation since releasing their million-seller self-titled debut album in 2022.
Their hit, Hype Boy set a record as the longest-charting song by a female K-pop act on the Billboard Global 200, with tracks like Ditto, OMG and Super Shy also making waves on the Billboard Hot 100.
Danielle Marsh
Their second EP, Get Up peaked at number one on the US Billboard 200 and the group has more than 6.4 million album sales so far.
As part of the five-member girl group, Danielle stands out with her own unique look and embraces life with both optimism and creativity.
Speaking about her new role with Omega, Danielle says, “For me, Omega is the most beautiful symbol of time.
“Their watches are so precise, and also colourful and radiant.
“They allow me to be myself and express my style in so many different ways.
“It’s amazing to be part of this brand and join a family with so many other inspiring names.”
Omega president and CEO Raynald Aeschlimann says, “Danielle is full of energy and brightness. We’re so inspired by her positivity as well as her confident sense of style.
“It’s exciting to have Danielle representing Omega and we’re looking forward to a very joyful partnership.”
For her first photoshoot with the brand, Danielle wore a 28mm Constellation watch.
The stainless steel and 18K Moonshine Gold model features a PVD green dial with a distinctive swirling pattern along with 12 diamond indexes.
She can also be seen wearing a Speedmaster 38mm watch in stainless steel, with a brown PVD dial and 52 sparkling diamonds around the bezel.
Damiano David has been appointed Bvlgari’s new global PR ambassador.
Born in Rome, Italy, in 1999, Damiano is an internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter known for his powerful voice, electrifying stage presence and daring aesthetic.
He is recognised as a cultural icon, captivating audiences around the world.
Headlining the world’s prestigious stages with his band Måneskin and collaborating with renowned international artistes, his influence continues to transcend borders through his solo career, affirming his status as one of the music industry’s most versatile and distinctive voices.
His solo work showcases his artistic evolution while maintaining the bold creativity that defines his persona.
An embodiment of talent, passion and authenticity, Damiano aligns perfectly with Bvlgari’s vision of excellence and magnificence.
His Roman roots and unrelenting pursuit of artistic innovation make him the ideal ambassador to represent the timeless values of the House and share its legacy with a global audience.
Bvlgari Group CEO Jean-Christophe Babin says: “We are pleased to welcome Damiano to the Bvlgari family.
“We admire his powerful voice, magnetic stage presence and unique style.
“We share the same hometown, Rome, which has always been a source of inspiration for all our creations.
“We are excited to embark on this new journey with Damiano and share this next chapter together.”
Damiano states: “Jewelry is a magnificent and genderless accessory that I have always loved to wear.
“The history of Bvlgari is a tale of beauty and Italian excellence, and fills me with pride. It is an honour for me to join the Bvlgari family!”
