10 Unusual Food Record

Some people are doing an unusual thing with food and drink - they are using them to set records.
So what else can you do with food? We all know you can gather it, cook it, and eat it but some go one step further and break records with it. It seems we find no end of amusement in our food. Here are some of the unusual records set across the globe.

World's largest tomato fight
Every year in Bunol, Spain they have the world’s largest tomato fight . Forty thousand people throw 130 tons of over ripe tomatoes for an hour in the town’s centre, Plaza del Pueblo. The tomatoes are dumped from trucks upon the population (plus an additional 30,000 visitors and revellers) for them to fight, toss, smear, roll, mash, lob and laugh. The town is painted red and then hosed down. What else are you going to do with 130 tons of overripe tomatoes anyway?

World pizza slap record
Who knew that slapping a pal in the face with pizza was even a record? And what’s a record without rules? The contestants may only use two slices of pizza and direct all slaps at the face. It was first set by Erin O’Keefe and Amy Milano in New York when they slapped each other 174 times in 15 seconds. However, their record was soon broken by two journalists on the Today Show who managed 264 pizza slaps in the same amount of time on live television. 

Oldest Hot Cross Bun
Hot Cross buns are religious relics but this one takes the cake. It is believed that the fruity buns will not mould if baked on a Good Friday. And to put that theory to the test, one family has carefully preserved their bun for generations. The world’s oldest bun is 189 years old and resides in England. It was born, or rather baked, in 1821 - the same year Napoleon died. Owner Nancy Titman was given the bun by her mother. She told The Telegraph in an interview ''It is rock hard and the currants have disintegrated but you can tell it's a hot cross bun and you can still see the shape of the cross.'' 

Largest monument to the onion
When you say “Oh, I love onions” how committed are you? Committed enough to build a monument that stands 6.5 metres high? A Romanian onion tycoon, Alexandru Tartar, commissioned such a stone, iron, concrete and resin structure as a nod to the vegetable’s its ‘flu fighting properties and simple deliciousness. Although not edible, the structure reflects the vegetables natural colour tones and was uncovered by the Tartar himself.

Largest number of people simultaneously licking ice cream
Sharing ice cream with friends on a warm day is pleasure enough. But this summer tradition just gets better when shared with 2,693 of them. The world record for largest group of ice cream lickers goes to Augustana College, Illinois where devotees gathered, ordered and indulged in Wgitey's Ice Cream. In fact, the company even created a new flavour aptly called Augustana Viiking Pride, which consisted of peanut butter with fudge swirls and Oreo cookie chunks. But this dessert indulgence wasn’t just for any old reason. They were celebrating the college’s 150th anniversary.

Largest canned food structure
You know those precarious displays of canned goods at the grocery store? The ones you are a little afraid to reach into to retrieve a desired item. What if they had a purpose beyond just making you scared and promoting a brand? One town, Wellington, New Zealand decided to make a great show of gathering food for the needy. They knocked on doors, asked for donations and then used them to break the record by building the world’s largest structure made of cans. It used 52,547 cans that basically equated to 360 square metres of Good Samaritan. When the structure was dismantled, all food went to the food bank.

Largest ketchup package Sometimes fame comes in strange packages. These record breakers in Collinsville, Illinois found inspiration in a school that burned down. So the town decided to break a Ketchup record to rebuild it! They charged $1 for each of the 4,000 bottels donated by H.J. Heinz Co. and participants had the pleasure of pouring their bottle into a packet. Not just any packet, but one that held 130 gallons of the popular condiment. Once filled, the community broke a record for having the world’s largest ketchup packet.

Largest ketchup package
Sometimes fame comes in strange packages. These record breakers in Collinsville, Illinois found inspiration in a school that burned down. So the town decided to break a Ketchup record to rebuild it! They charged $1 for each of the 4,000 bottels donated by H.J. Heinz Co. and participants had the pleasure of pouring their bottle into a packet. Not just any packet, but one that held 130 gallons of the popular condiment. Once filled, the community broke a record for having the world’s largest ketchup packet. 

Most expensive pot
You’ve probably heard of the world’s most expensive foods, so why not the world’s most expensive pot? Cue German pot maker Fissler that created this blinged out 28 centimetre saucepan from one kilogram of gold and studded it with 200 diamonds. The cost of making it was over £100,000 and it is showcased at Harrods on a custom pedestal crafted from rootwood. We’re guessing that it isn’t available to make some mac and cheese.

Most number of drink cans balanced
What do you do with 429 cans of 7 Up weighing 173 kilograms? Well, if you’re John Evans, a head balancing strongman from the UK, you’ll be able to perfectly balance the whole stack on your head for 15 seconds. Mr Evans broke his own previous record for the feat, which formerly featured 428 cans. While there was no motivation for the record breaking attempt, Evans is known to have raised over 180,000 for charity balancing various things from milk crates to bricks and a car on his head.

Biggest coffin
Bringing a whole new meaning to “food to die for” is a record breaking coffin. It turns out to be the world’s largest restaurant. It is decorated with funeral wreaths and low candles to offset the sense of macabre. Set in a town called Truskavets, Ukraine, it was built to encourage tourism. Likely the town’s other highlight, healing, and mineral rich bathing waters is a bigger draw.

16 Favorite Classic Bicycle Design.

Whether you’re a Lance-in-training or just someone who gets misty over memories of your first, the bicycle is a captivating thing. A Century of 16 Iconic Bicycle Design collection.

Short-Bike 3R (Germany, 1996)
This bike deviates from the norm with its bold design featuring a comfortable, ergonomic broad seat and an enviable turning cycle.

Umberto Dei Giubileo (Italy, 1996)
This beautifully handmade bike was launched to celebrate Umberto Dei’s centennial anniversary.

Smith & Co. Long John (Denmark, 1983)
This bicycle eliminated the need for external equipment to transport heavy cargo by bike. It was the longest two-wheeled cargo bike, with a load capacity of 140 kilograms (308.6 pounds)

Carnielli Graziella Leopard Tipo Cross (Italy, 1976)
Known today as a “chopper,” this bike can provide its riders with some serious cycling time despite its light weight

Sironval Sportplex (France, 1939)
This recumbent bike for one cyclist was in fashion in the 1930s and continues to be popular with hobby cyclers.

MFA “Lambretta” (France, 1960)
Modeling itself after a grown-up-size motor scooter, the Lambretta provided a perfect occasion for the kids to make believe

Raleigh Tourist, Ladies (United Kingdom, 1970)
This chrome-plated steel bike looks deceptively light but is robust on the road and
 perfect for family outings

Messenger Bike (Italy, 1978)
Now considered a staple design among modern cyclers, this 1970s bike is the ultimate fixie

Pacific Cycles iF Mode (Taiwan, 2009)
This futuristic-looking bike is an ideal for urban mobility in both its folded and unfolded forms

BMW Super-Tech (Germany, 1997)
This aluminum and varnished steel mountain bike borrows some stylistic features from the cars and motorcycles for which its parent company is known

SØlling Pedersen (Denmark, 1978)
Danish inventor Mikael Pedersen invented this bike using an eclectic mix of mechanisms, most notably a flexible saddle that is suspended with a plastic-covered steel cord

Cinelli Laser (Italy, 1985)
The Laser demonstrates the fine craftsmanship involved in perfecting bicycle aerodynamics. It is artwork that can be ridden

Lotus Sport (United Kingdom, 1994)
This bike’s body incorporates an incredibly lightweight carbon-composite frame, resulting in its revolutionary speed

Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra (Belgium, 1990)
This bike is a 10-year special-edition model created by race-circuit star Eddy Merckx

Schauff Wall Street (Germany, 1993)
The Schauff Wall Street’s unique and dynamic build garnered it the 1992 Rote Punkt design prize

Bianchi C-4 Project (Italy, 1988)
This bike’s organic and modern design speaks to a visionary future in cycling

The world Top 12 poisonous snakes.

Which snake species is the most venomous depends on the measure used. The average or the maximum venom yield from milking could be suggested, but these measures can be criticised as not reflecting the impact of a real bite. The measure generally acknowledged as best reflecting how dangerous a snake’s venom is is that of LD50. The lower this number, the less venom is required to cause death.
Top 12 lists tend to be very subjective or, at the very least, skewed. These lists are usually based solely on the toxicity of snake venoms; however, there are also people who focus their deadly snake lists on snake bite deaths in the countries in which they live or study, or are just fond of.

1. Inland taipan ( 0.025 ) Australia

While I did say that I would not include multiple sub-species in this list, the incredible Inland Taipan deserves a spot of its own. It has the most toxic venom of any land snake in the world. The maximum yield recorded for one bite is 110mg, enough to kill about 100 humans, or 250,000 mice! With an LD/50 of 0.03mg/kg, it is 10 times as venomous as the Mojave Rattlesnake, and 50 times more than the common Cobra. Fortunately, the Inland Taipan is not particularly aggressive and is rarely encountered by humans in the wild. No fatalities have ever been recorded, though it could potentially kill an adult human within 45 minutes.

2. Eastern brown snake ( 0.053 ) Australia

Don’t let the innocuous name of this snake fool you, 1/14,000 of an ounce of its venom is enough to kill an adult human. Coming in a variety of species, the Eastern Brown snake is the most venomous. Unfortunately, its preferred habitat is also along the major population centers of Australia. The Brown snake is fast moving, can be aggressive under certain circumstances and has been known to chase aggressors and repeatedly strike at them. Even juveniles can kill a human. The venom contains both neurotoxins and blood coagulants. Fortunately for humans, less than half of bites contain venom and they prefer not to bite if at all possible. They react only to movement, so stand very still if you ever encounter one in the wild.

3. Coastal taipan ( 0.099 ) Australia

The Coastal Taipan is usually light olive to dark russet brown but sometimes dark grey to black. The head has an angular brow and is lighter coloured on the face. The eye is a reddish colour. The belly is cream and usually marked with orange or pink flecks. This species grows to 2.9 metres. Midbody scale rows 21 or 23; ventrals 220–250; anal single; subcaudals divided 57–75.
this is a dangerously venomous species with strongly neurotoxic venom. It possesses the third most toxic land snake venom known. Many human deaths have resulted from bites by this species.

4. Tiger snake ( 0.118 ) Australia

Found in Australia, the Tiger snake has a very potent neurotoxic venom. Death from a bite can occur within 30 minutes, but usually takes 6-24 hours. Prior to the development of antivenin, the fatality rate from Tiger snakes was 60-70%. Symptoms can include localized pain in the foot and neck region, tingling, numbness and sweating, followed by a fairly rapid onset of breathing difficulties and paralysis. The Tiger snake will generally flee if encountered, but can become aggressive when cornered. It strikes with unerring accuracy.

5. Black tiger snake ( 0.131 ) Australia

Black tiger snakes, or island tiger snakes (Notechis ater), are quite distinct from mainland tiger snakes. Most live on islands off the south coast of Australia and Tasmania, although some have a limited range on the mainland. Black tiger snakes (Notechis ater occidentalis) are found in the southwest corner of Western Australia, and Krefft’s tiger snakes (Notechis ater ater) live in a small area of the Flinders Ranges in South Australia. Peninsula tiger snakes (Notechis ater niger) are found on the Yorke and Eyre Peninsula and Kangaroo Island and neighbouring islands.

6. Beaked sea snake ( 0.164 ) Australia

It is a very dangerous snake that lives anywhere from the Persian Gulf to northern coastal Australia. This snake grows up to about 1.2 meters long. It eats mainly catfish and other sea life. It is quick to attack when bothered, and has been known to strike divers for no apparent reason. This is a very dangerous snake. It is responsible for more than half of all the sea snake bites, and 90% of all deaths related to them. All sea snakes are poisonous, but the bite is not painful and you may not even be able to see it! Be careful when swimming off the coast of Australia!

7. Death adder ( 0.400 ) Australia

The appropriately named Death Adder is found in Australia and New Guinea. They actually hunt and kill other snakes, including some on this list, usually via ambush. Death Adders look quite similar to vipers, in that they have triangular shaped heads and short, squat bodies. They typically inject around 40-100mg of venom with an LD of 0.4mg-0.5mg/kg. An untreated Death Adder bite is one of the most dangerous in the world. The venom is a neurotoxin. A bite causes paralysis and can cause death within 6 hours, due to respiratory failure. Symptoms generally peak within 24-48 hours. Antivenin is very successful in treating a bite from a Death Adder, particularly due to the relatively slow progression of symptoms, but before its development, a Death Adder bite had a fatality rate of 50%. With the quickest strike in the world, a Death Adder can go from strike position to striking and back again within 0.13 of a second.

8. Gwardar ( 0.473 ) Australia

The gwardar or western brown snake is distributed over most of Australia, with the exception of eastern New South Wales, Victoria and Tasmania. Its range overlaps that of the eastern brown snake. Mostly active during the day, the gwardar has similar feeding habits to the common brown snake, but is said to be less aggressive than its eastern counterpart. The adult is usually olive to brown, and may have a dark head or a number of broad bands. An average clutch of 20 eggs is laid.

9. Australian copperhead ( 0.560 ) Australia

Australian Copperheads are a medium body snake solidly built with small heads averaging lengths between 1.2 to 1.8 meters (4 to 6 feet) in length. Color variations are many with skin tones ranging from a coppery brown color to light reddish brown, grey and dark brown with lighter abdomens. Some specimens, particularly in the Queensland area, have black scale coloring. Many Australian Copperhead snakes have the copper head coloring giving the snake its common name but, unlike the American Copperhead, this is not always a highly visible distinguishing feature.

10. Philippine Cobra ( 0.565 ) Asia

Most species of Cobra would not make this list; however the Philippine Cobra is the exception. Drop for drop, its venom is the most deadly of all the Cobra species, and they are capable of spitting it up to 3 metres. The venom is a neurotoxin which affects cardiac and respiratory function, and can cause neurotoxicity, respiratory paralysis and death in thirty minutes. The bite causes only minimal tissue damage. The neurotoxins interrupt the transmission of nerve signals by binding to the neuro-muscular junctions near the muscles. The symptoms might include headache, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, dizziness, collapse and convulsions.

11. Dugite ( 0.660 ) Australia

The Dugite is a dangerous snake. The venom is neurotoxic although the dugite rarely envenoms when biting people. Most people seen in hospital after an attack do not require anti-venom treatment. Dugites will avoid people when they can, but will attack if surprised, particularly during mating period. Venomous bite symptoms include abdominal pain, breathing and swallowing difficulty, convulsions, hypotension, kidney failure. Can be fatal if no anti-venom treatment.

12. Papuan black snake ( 1.09 ) New Guinea

The Papuan Black Snake has a shiny to matt black back and a greyish belly. This species grows to 2 metres. Midbody scale rows 19 (rarely 21); ventrals 221–230; anal divided; subcaudals single at front, remainder divided, 49–63.This is a dangerously venomous snake with strongly neurotoxic and haemotoxic venom. If bitten, apply first aid and seek urgent medical attention. Lives in open monsoon forests in swampy areas. This species is active by day but also at dawn and dusk in hot weather.

The world dogs with longest tongue.

Some dogs have big ears or big tails. Some dogs are just plain big. Some dogs are just plain fat. These dogs have the longest tongue. Check out these photos:

The World 50 Best Watches

From a vintage Rolex to the cheerful Cheapo, Eliisa Markin clocks the finest timepieces for all who want the best.

Zadig and Voltaire

It is still relatively unknown in most countries but the edgy French label Zadig and Voltaire is rapidly expanding, gaining cult status in rock'n'roll circles. A new store has just opened in north London and two more are due inNovember. They have created a hip collection of chunky, metal watches. Choose from elegant, fallen-angel designs to sinister skull and cross-bone numbers

Toy Watch

Toy Watch was launched in Milan in 2006 by the designer Marco Mavilla. The ironic "antiluxury", Day-Glo, lightweight, oversized, plastic creations have since become must-have items and Clive Owen, Johnny Knoxville and Leonardo DiCaprio can be listed among their many fans.

Guess

It may not be to everyone's taste, but teens who like bold accessories won't be disappointed with this season's collection of Guesswatches. This blingtastic City Lights purple watch is ideal for girls who like to experiment with colour and clothes.

Rolex

Really stand out from the crowd with a vintage Rolex. The Vintage Watch Company specialises in rare collectables and classic designs dating as far back as 1910. This delicate number is a rare 1920s watch. It's probably not one for wearing poolside, but for thosewho have 17 grand spare, it's an irreplaceable and beautiful investment piece.

Paul Smith

Not every man can successfully pull off a gold watch with a bright pink face. Those who can, however, will look great in this perky number by Paul Smith, a designer well known for his love of bold colour.

Anna Lou

The playful jewellery designer Anna Lou has branched out and launched a kitsch and colourful collection of seven watches. They have been designed with partying in mind. This diamante-rimmed poster-paint red watch is made from chunky, durable plastic. It is also handily water resistant, so a spilt drink won't equal the end

Puma

There are few watches more practical than Puma's Viga digital watch, a lightweight plastic number. The supple plastic strap is extremely comfortable and the rather chic, unexpected flash of red along the sides is an attractive bonus.

Marc by Marc Jacobs

Last year Marc Jacobs's cute, fruit-shaped pendant watches started a huge trend in pendant clocks and a whole host of imitations. The classic pear and apple designs are still available, but Marc Jacobs has moved on to launch a quirky range of wrist watches and newpendant designs like this elegant, ringpull version.

Cheapo

Too lazy to bother with reading the time? Love gadgets? The charmingly named Cheapo watch company has created one that will tell you exactly what time it is at the press of a button. A bargain at £20 and guaranteed to impress friends in the playground.

Casio

I love the Eighties charm of Casio. The G-Shock and Baby G were originally sold on their shock and water resistance, although the punchy futuristic design and range of colours meant that they quickly became cult watches. This limited-edition white version is one of a select range to celebrate 25 years of the G-Shock.

De Beers

I love this diamond heavy watch from Debeers. Supremely decadent without looking tacky it is paved with round diamonds and set centrally with one rough, unpolished diamond. Who needs a ring when you could wear this many diamonds on your wrist?

Breguet

Breguet has designed a watch for perfectionists. The Tourbillon was invented with the aim to negate the effect of gravity on thewheels of the watch mechanism. By doing so they claim to have made it painfully accurate, and more beautiful as you can see the innards working.

Video Watch

Keep the children entertained at all times with this amazingly nifty and well-priced watch. Not only does it tell the time but it also plays movies, music and even displays photos on its 1.5 inch screen. The only problem is that you may find yourself borrowing it for days when long board meetings are looming.

Georg Jensen at Selfridges

The Scandinavian designer Georg Jensen produces a number of collections that range from cutlery to jewellery. This supremely elegant bangle watch is a chic and timeless signature piece, which seems to look eternally modern.

Omega

Omega's Speedmaster Alaska Project watch was originally created in 1970 as a prototype for Nasa, although it never went into production. It has been designed to withstand extreme temperatures, ranging from the dark side of the Moon to the full glare of the Sun. Even if you don?t intend to travel quite that far afield, it is still a great watch and a collector's piece -only 1,970 have been produced worldwide

Chanel

There are few women who don't have a Chanel watch on their wish list. This chic, little oblong-faced watch is extremely wearable and the delicate leather strap is intertwined with a hardwearing steel chain. It is also available in white.

D&G

This Codename watch is a really fun wearable timepiece from D&G. There is a choice of a colourful and more serious version, but both are equally practical with dual dials, timer and water resistance as far as 50m - should you fancy taking it diving.

Flik Flak

Swatch's Flik Flak probably has the largest selection of all the children?s ranges. Football- loving boys will be especially pleased with this sporty design, which comes with the bonus of a football game for all the family to enjoy.

De Grisogono

Weighing in at just under £30,000, this diamond- heavy Boule necklace watch probably isn't one for wearing everyday. It is lavishly beautiful, though, and unsurprisingly a favourite among the A-list. Even if you are not planning on buying one of their watches this week, I would highly recommend visiting De Grisogono's magnificently luxurious website - it is quite an experience

Adidas

Adidas has created a colourful range of sporty watches for this season. The collection comes in a number of punchy colours and they act as the perfect way to brighten up serious sportswear.

Tiffanys

It may not entirely transform you into Audrey Hepburn, but this Woven vintage style watch will definitely take you one step closer. I love the timeless feminine design. Perfect for both 18 and 80-year-olds. A real heirloom and an investment you are unlikely to regret.

Breil

I love this sporty Manta blue and black watch from Breil. Not only does it look fun and flash but it is water resistant with dual dials. A great practical buy for a modern man.

Dior

Rarely a label to opt for the understated, this sparkling blue diamond-studded watch is a classic example of Dior's more-is-more approach to accessories. If blue isn't your colour, never fear, there is also a fuschia-red and crisp-white version available.

Citizen

The Calibre 2100 is a very classy watch with dual alarm, retrograde calendar showing month, day and date and - phew - it is water resistant. It has the added bonus of being a battery-free design as well as looking very chic indeed.

Umbro

Sporty kids will love this nifty little plastic watch from Umbro. It is hard-wearing with techy features, including a timer that is perfect for active children who have a tendency to put their belongings through more wear and tear than most.

Van Cleef & Arpels

Looking for a little bit of good luck? Van Cleef and Arpels has created an elegant Alhambra vintage bracelet watch with its signature four-leaf clover logo. The yellow, gold and onyx design is the perfect way to keep superstitious tendencies at bay.

Mr Jones

Each hour, Mr Jones's Mantra watch alternates from revealing a positive statement ("you are amazing") to a negative ("nobody likes you"). Inspired by the psychological theories of Emile Coue, the idea behind it is that over time an arrogant person becomes more humble while someone lacking in confidence becomes more positive.

Casio

You may still have your brother's original tucked away in a drawer somewhere, but if not then head to Urban Outfitters to pick up awatch with boyish retro charm. This classic Casio is right on trend, an elegant step back in time.

Seiko

This Velatura Yachting timer is a serious seafaring watch. It is designed specifically for the yachtsman with a yachting timer, split-time measure and 100m water resistance. It is appropriate for both professional and recreational sailors, but still looks good worn on dry land when you don't have your sea legs.

Sekonda

Sekonda has a huge range of children's watches. This is a very pretty pink watch from the inspired animated range. The image on the dial changes from a lipstick to a kiss mark as you move. Great for little girls who like dressing up

Suunto

There is much more to this sporty olive green watch than simply telling the time. It is from a new collection by Suunto that also counts calories and measures heart rate during training. It is designed with a supersoft wrist-strap to remain comfortable while you work out.

ASOS

Image-conscious chaps looking for an über-modern watch will love this futuristic barcode watch from Tokyo Flash. It tells the time via barcode dots, but more importantly it looks extremely slick.

Yunus & Eliza

This hauntingly beautiful bespoke hanging timepiece is from Yunus and Eliza's quirky, poetic range of jewellery. Their collection ranges from surreal pendant watches to bold rings with miniature busts of Nelson and Poseidon. This twisted-angel design is ideal for those who find traditional wrist watches unromantic.

Dior

The frosty-blue metal gives this dial watch a very elegant look. A great option for those looking for a sophisticated modern twist on a traditionally macho design.

Nooka

Nooka has created a range of unusual watches that tell the time with dots and a minutes bar, including this gold Vdot model. There is also a cheaper, less flashy, version in coloured plastic if the gold is too flash for your everyday wardrobe.

Black Dice

Black Dice has created an urban range of watches that combine retro features and modern technology. The Duo is a great dual-faced watch with an unusual Sixties-style face, alongside a clean digital timer.

Sekonda

Help your children learn to read the time with this practically marked-out schooling watch. A perfect first watch that maps out the hands to show minutes and hours, along with colour-coding the times.

Swatch

There are few of us who haven't owned a Swatch watch at some point in our lives. Go back to basics with this classic, minimalist design in practical, black rubber. The perfect watch for those who like to keep things simple.

Emporio Armani

This is a very grown-up, brown leather watch. The traditional design looks great worn with a suit or a classic polo shirt-and-slacks combination. The perfect watch for a man with classically sophisticated tastes.

Fat Face

This is a rather lady-like watch for girls with refined tastes. The practical, soft-pink suede strap is easily adjustable and offers a comfortable fit for kids or teens.

Storm

The fashion watch and accessories brand Storm launched in London in the late 1980s and has been massively popular with teens and the young trend-conscious since. This slick, black, circular-faced watch is one of their more sophisticated designs. It is a great modern watch that would look good on a woman of any age and works just aswell worn at the office as on an evening out.

Tateossian

If you prefer not to break the line of your cuff with a wrist watch then these inspired clock-faced cufflinks from Tateossian are a splendid idea. They also make a great gift for the man who has everything.

IWC

This is a nice idea for boys who want to be just like their fathers. These Schaffhausen father-and-son watches are certainly not cheap, but the Pilot design with rhodium-plated dial, cockpit design and crocodile-leather straps are classic creations. The only real difference is that while the adult version is platinum, the son's is made from resistant stainless steel.

Hermes

Hermes always stocks a classic range of effortlessly chic wrist watches. This H Heure Oxford watch is a wonderful cream and orange number, with a slightly sporting look. It would particularly look at home worn on the golf course or playing tennis. A really fresh, summery design.

Rado

Contemporary design fans will love this sleek Ceramica chronograph watch by Rado. The modern design moves beyond the classy exterior into high-tech black ceramic body, with polished, sapphire crystal and quartz, chronograph movement.

Bvlgari

Never let a full moon take you by surprise again. This beautiful 18kt pink gold and sapphire design is a joy to wear and, in addition to the time, handily measures the weekday, the date and the phases of the moon. Get in quick, though, there are only a limited 350 available.

Swatch

Tartan is a massive trend on this season's catwalk and fashion-loving boys will look great in this fun version of the simple plastic Swatch watch. The website is definitely worth a good browse as there is a huge range of styles available.

Timex Time-teacher watch

This is a very decorative version of the classic time-teaching watch. It cleverly combines fun, colourful looks with the practically mapped-out face to make telling the time easier for first-timers.

Rolex

Another Rolex, this time the classic Cosmograph Daytona. Itwas first launched in the 1960s and new versions of the increasingly popular watch continue to be launched. This particular version is Kate Moss's watch and as it is one of the rarer designs it is also rather pricey.

IWC

Practically, this Aquatimer split timer is a watch for divers. It is designed to deal with difficult conditions and benefits from a self-winding feature, timer and dual-function button, along with numerous other features that techno-lovers will enjoy.

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