Influential Women and Their Luxury Watches

Time is money: Who could know this better than the most influential women? Whether they truly wear their watches to keep track of time or see them more as a fashion statement, we can't say. But one thing is certain: When it comes to luxury watches, it's worth taking a closer look at the wrists of successful women.

Angela Merkel: Which watch does the Chancellor rely on?

We start with the woman who has topped Forbes' Top 100 list of most influential women for years: Angela Merkel. Her policies are recognized almost worldwide, and her "We can do it" motto has long since gone down in history. Some people may therefore be surprised that Dr. Merkel always wears the same watch, making her look extremely simple by comparison. When she wants to know what time it is, Angela Merkel looks at the dial of a Boccia Titanium model 405-02 . This is a testament to her down-to-earth nature, modesty, and authenticity. And let's be honest: "Angie" probably just has far too much on her plate to devote any serious attention to the world of luxury watches.

Elizabeth II: A Queen's Watch

What Queen Elizabeth wears is commented on, discussed, and sometimes even interpreted politically. When she met with Donald Trump, for example, she wore a brooch that she had received years earlier from Michelle Obama. There was an outcry in the press: Did the Queen deliberately wear this brooch to express her disapproval of Trump? But Queen Elizabeth II not only owns many brooches, but also a considerable watch collection: To her coronation ceremony in 1952, she wore a Jaeger-LeCoultre Cocktail Watch Caliber 101. A true rarity at the time, the diamond-studded watch was equipped with the smallest caliber in the world at the time. Another luxury watch belonging to the Queen of England was even chosen as the centerpiece of a museum exhibition: It was the Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse (Reference 4975). A Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso and an Audemars Piguet are also among the exquisite chronometers owned by Queen Elizabeth II.

Nancy Pelosi: Which brand does the Speaker of the US House of Representatives prefer?

Having served as Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives for the second time since 2019, Nancy Pelosi is undoubtedly a busy woman. The powerful Democratic politician has attracted attention in recent years, partly through her work against Trump, once even demonstratively tearing up his speech manuscript. Nancy Pelosi also has a clear opinion when it comes to watches: She exclusively wears Apple Watches, which she consistently integrates into her outfits and of which she reportedly owns a huge selection. You may be wondering why Apple Watches? According to reports, Pelosi received her first watch of this type as a Christmas present and was so pleased with it that she stuck with it.

Sheryl Sandberg: Which watch is worthy of Facebook COO?

Everyone knows Mark Zuckerberg, but you may never have heard of Sheryl Sandberg. But you should, because Sheryl Sandberg has been a member of Facebook since 2008 and serves as its COO. Her hiring was a wise decision: With her on board, the company's revenue grew by a total of 2,400%. Sandberg also gained notoriety as the author of several books in which she clearly advocates for an economically driven women's movement. The watch this impressive billionaire wears most often in public is probably a vintage Cartier Tank .

Christine Lagarde: The ECB President's Watch

Wherever Christine Lagarde goes, all eyes are on her. The current President of the European Central Bank and former Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund is considered a true style icon and always presents herself with timeless elegance and 100% style confidence. Perfectly dressed from head to toe, she almost always complements her breathtaking outfits with a luxury watch. Two pieces of jewelry seem to have particularly taken with her: a diamond-encrusted Bulgari Assioma, and a Patek Philippe Twenty-4 (4910/10A), which features a quartz movement and diamonds. Both are elegant, statement pieces that are a perfect fit for a woman of Christine Lagarde's power, success, and class.

Oprah Winfrey: Talk show host with clear watch preferences

Oprah Winfrey went down in history as the first African-American billionaire, and no one would disagree if we described her as a strong, smart, and tough businesswoman. You probably know her primarily as the most successful talk show host in the USA of all time. She knows how to captivate huge audiences and has always taken to the stage as a born entertainer and gifted presenter. The Oprah Winfrey Show has been canceled since 2011, but Winfrey herself is still big in business. After all, she owns the media group HARPO Productions, which she founded and still runs as CEO. When it comes to the watch that adorns her wrist, she reaches for a Rado True Thinline most days. Her Chopard La Strada Ladies only comes out of her box for particularly special events.

Rihanna: Talented singer and passionate watch collector

We can't put it any other way: Rihanna is what you'd imagine a true multi-talent to be. The singer, producer, and entrepreneur, for whom her home island of Barbados even created a special holiday (Rihanna Day on February 21), collects watches in her free time and has now amassed a collection worthy of her. The Lifetime Award winner's expensive luxury watches include a Rolex Datejust Midsize Bicolor, a Rolex Day-Date II Everose, and a Chopard Happy Sport.

Susan Wojcicki: As YouTube CEO, the clock must never stop

Susan Wojcicki's daily life consists of a lot of work. As CEO of YouTube and a mother of five children, she's definitely a very busy woman. Time is certainly a scarce commodity in her life, which calls for a functional, stylish timepiece. Wojcicki has opted for a Panthère de Cartier , which she wears on her wrist at important events and official occasions. Whether this is a new purchase or perhaps a beloved heirloom, the woman of the world has so far kept to herself.