Chopard Happy Sport is a fascinating, soothing sight on which your gaze naturally lingers as you catch your breath before setting off again into the hectic rush of everyday life. One look at Happy Sport and you’ll see an invigorating mirror of your own energy, extended through the ballet performed by the dancing diamonds in a marvellous game of chance and kinetic energy. Happy Sport is a story of free spirit and Joie de Vivre daily reinvented by the women who wear it.
Happy Sport Laguna Verde
Dancing diamonds offer a plunge into the shimmering waters of Laguna Verde
Bearing ultimate testament to the watchmaking and jewellery expertise of the Chopard workshops, the Happy Sport collection welcomes a new jewellery timepiece measuring 36 millimetres in diameter. The Happy Sport Laguna Verde model is crafted in ethical 18-carat white gold and set with precious stones combined in a delightful gradient of green and blue tones inspired by the colours of South America’s famous Laguna Verde. The virtuosity of the Manufacture’s gemsetters is displayed on the bezel and hour-markers adorned with sapphires and emeralds: a splendid and unprecedented setting for the legendary ballet of dancing diamonds characterising the collection. Beneath the blue mother-of-pearl dial with its finely guilloché centre beats a high-precision self-winding movement.
Nature, an endless source of inspiration
With Happy Sport Laguna Verde, Chopard once again conjures up the beauty of Nature in this gemset timepiece rocking green and blue shades inspired by the famous saltwater lake on the border of Bolivia and Chile. The natural colouring of its waters is echoed in the gradient of carefully selected sapphires and emeralds paved on the watch bezel and dial hour-markers.
The dial featuring a delicately guilloché centre is itself a reference to the lakeside landscape: the choice of smooth, textured mother-of-pearl, accented with undulating patterns and shimmering reflections, recalls the peaceful gentleness of the sun-dappled waves. On it, Chopard’s signature dancing diamonds stage a perpetually renewed show, a comforting interlude far from the relentless onward march of time, like a moment spent contemplating the beauties of Nature.
The sapphires on the crown and cabochons echo the colour of the blue leather strap, endowing this watchmaking creation with distinctive allure and timeless elegance. Meanwhile, the entire gold case is entirely paved with diamonds.
Combining jewellery virtuosity with watchmaking expertise, Chopard has chosen to equip this Happy Sport Laguna Verde model with a self-winding movement. When fully wound, it offers a comfortable 42-hour power reserve.
And because Chopard is committed to promoting sustainable luxury, the gold used to craft this timepiece is of ethical origin, as indeed is the case for all the Maison’s watchmaking and jewellery creations.
Happy Sport, a feminine watchmaking icon
In 1993, capturing the spirit of the times, Caroline Scheufele (now Chopard Co-President and Artistic Director) dreamed up a sports watch based on the unprecedented combination of steel and diamonds.
The Happy Sport timepiece stemming from this bold approach has continued to celebrate the Joie de Vivre and free-spirited attitude daily reinvented by women the world over. Thanks to dancing diamonds that are “happier when they are free” – as Caroline Scheufele’s mother put it in 1976 when she saw the first prototype of this original concept – the Happy Sport watch is a perpetual show in which the woman wearing it plays an indispensable role: it is her own movements that provide the impetus for the floating diamonds and this constantly recomposed tableau. The collection is a reflection of this fast-paced life and has lent itself to infinite transformations ever since its inception.
Happy Sport in Lucent Steel™ with a Midnight Purple dial
Chopard’s dancing diamonds on an unprecedented shimmering bluish-purple dial
Chopard’s iconic Happy Sport once again achieves a stunning first with the launch of a bold colour named Midnight Purple in reference to the sun’s rosy reflections painted across the sky as the night edges towards dawn. Yet another clear demonstration of the Maison’s unparalleled skill in faultlessly blending horological supremacy with outstanding jewellery design, this Happy Sport comes in the Manufacture’s optimally comfortable 33 mm-diameter case in Lucent Steel™. By using the golden ratio principles of aesthetic harmony in direct relation to the diameter of the Chopard 09.01-C movement with automatic winding, this dainty size is perfectly suited to the female wrist. Changing colour seemingly as one observes it, this magnificent guilloché work of art offers a skilful play on light as its signature dancing diamonds twirl in a never-ending disco-infused dance, and is flawlessly finished with bluish-purple alligator leather strap.
The bewitching hour of Midnight Purple
Bold, bright and thoroughly in keeping with the Happy Sport’s daring spirit, this new iteration takes its ability to metamorphose to new levels: over and above its revolutionary technical prowess, it is sure to bring a burst of energy to any outfit. Yet another example of Chopard’s equal mastery of watchmaking performance and jewellery design, the latest Happy Sport once again showcases its artisans’ peerless virtuosity.
By using the golden ratio in direct relation to the diameter of the Chopard 09.01-C movement with automatic winding powering its ladies’ watch collections, the quintessentially feminine proportions of the Happy Sport 33 mm is particularly well suited to the female wrist. Nestled in a Lucent Steel™ case, the state-of-the-art PVD guilloché dial in this model features a fascinating colour metamorphosis from blue to iridescent purple, like the sky when night begins giving way to dawn. Complemented by a sparkling diamond-set bezel and sapphire-set crown, it thus combines carats with colour and takes on the world with a dazzling play on light as its five dancing diamonds get the party going in true disco spirit: a nod to the endless parties that see the Happy Sport dancing through the night into the early hours of the morning.
Happy Sport Mint Green dial
The watch icon vividly expresses its Joie de Vivre through a new mint green dial
Happy Sport is a timepiece for women who make bold strides towards embracing their destiny. Since 1993, the vitality of this Chopard watch icon has staged a mesmerizing show thanks to the playful whirl of the legendary dancing diamonds. Available in a Lucent Steel™ case with 30 and 36 mm diameters, the Happy Sport is now adorned with an infinitely regenerating fresh mint green dial.
Dancing diamonds…
A soft round dial wrapping the observer in a protective cocoon. A fascinating, soothing sight on which your gaze naturally lingers as you catch your breath before setting off again into the hectic rush of everyday life. One look at Chopard Happy Sport and you’ll see an invigorating mirror of your own energy, extended through the ballet performed by the dancing diamonds in a marvellous game of chance and kinetic energy. Happy Sport is a story of free spirit and Joie de Vivre daily reinvented by the women who wear it.
… and a waltz of colours
At the heart of the dial of these latest models lies a soft plant-inspired hue that draws the eye and surrounds it with an ultra-chic chromatic texture. A fresh shade of mint green, enhanced by the sunburst effect of the decoration, underscores the collection’s jewellery-like craftsmanship, like a perpetually replenished heart of light.
Diamonds meet Lucent Steel™
To highlight the twirling of the dancing diamonds, Chopard has crafted the Happy Sport’s case – measuring 30 or 36 mm in diameter – and link bracelet from its exclusive Lucent Steel™. Made from 80% recycled material, this alloy endowed with properties comparable to surgical steel is brighter, stronger and more comfortable to wear than standard steel.
Infinite creativity
A veritable style icon, Happy Sport has been playing the mix & match game since 1993, happily blending genres, steel and diamonds. Chopard’s visionary and avant-garde Co-President and Artistic Director, Caroline Scheufele dreamed up this watch that is incredibly beautiful, but above all not formal. Sophisticated yet sporty. Joyful, mischievous and so very modern, it plays with aesthetic codes without ever losing the essence of its femininity. Happy Sport opens the door to infinite transformations, sweeping along with it a world on the move – that of women’s emancipation. “Be Happy!”, all the power of a wristworn talisman.
Chopard Happy Sport Laguna Verde Technical Specifications
Ref. 274891-1027 – in ethical 18-carat white gold set with diamonds, sapphires and emeralds.
Exclusively available from Chopard boutiques – 111 500 €.
Functions:
- Hours, minutes, seconds
Movement:
- Mechanical with automatic winding
- Total diameter: 26.20 mm
- Thickness: 3.60 mm
- Number of jewels: 25
- Frequency: 28,800 vph (3.5 Hz)
- Power reserve: 42 hours
Case
- Full diamond-set ethical 18-carat white gold entirely set with diamonds
- Diameter: 36 mm
- Thickness: 12.65 mm
- Water resistance: 30 metres
- Faceted crown in ethical 18-carat white gold
- set with a sapphire: 6.00 mm
- Ethical 18-carat white gold cabochons set with sapphires
- Bezel in ethical 18-carat white gold set with baguette-cut sapphires and emeralds
- Glare-proofed sapphire crystal
- Screw-down exhibition back
Dial and hands:
- Light blue textured mother-of-pearl dial with guilloché centre, and circle set with diamond brilliants
- Blue transfers
- Seven dancing diamonds
- Rhodium-plated Roman hour-markers
- Hour-markers set with baguette-cut sapphires
- Rhodium-plated cone-shaped hours and minutes hands Rhodium-plated baton-type sweep-seconds hand
Bracelet and buckle:
- Pearlescent blue alligator leather strap
- Pin buckle in diamond-set ethical 18-carat white gold
Happy Sport in Lucent Steel™ with a Midnight Purple dial Technical Specifications
Ref. 94104-0558 – in Lucent Steel™ with a ‘Midnight Purple’ dial
Functions:
- Hours, minutes, seconds
Movement:
- Mechanical movement with automatic winding Chopard 09.01-C
- Number of components: 148
- Total diameter: 20.40 mm
- Thickness: 3.65 mm
- Number of jewels: 27
- Frequency: 25,200 vph (3.5 Hz)
- Power reserve: 42 hours
Case:
- Lucent Steel™
- Total diameter: 33 mm
- Thickness: 10.84 mm
- Water resistance: 30 m
- Faceted crown stainless steel
- set with a blue sapphire: 5.50 mm
- Bezel in diamond-set stainless steel
- Glare-proofed sapphire crystal
- Screw-down exhibition back with Happy Sport logo
Dial and hands:
- “Midnight Purple” PVD guilloché dial
- White transfers
- Five dancing diamonds
- Rhodium-plated Roman numerals and hour markers
- Rhodium-plated cone-shaped hours and minutes hands Rhodium-plated baton-type sweep-seconds hand
Bracelet and buckle:
- Glossy blueish-purple alligator leather strap Stainless steel pin buckle
Happy Sport Mint Green dial 30mm Technical Specifications
Ref. 278590-3013 – in Lucent Steel™ with mint green dial, 6 610 €
Function:
- Hours, minutes and seconds
Movement:
- Quartz
Case:
- Lucent Steel™
- Total diameter: 30 mm
- Thickness: 9.75 mm
- Water resistance: 30 metres
- Crown in Lucent Steel™ set with a tsavorite: 5 mm
- Cabochons in Lucent Steel™
- Bezel in Lucent Steel™
- Glare-proofed sapphire crystal
- Engraved solid back
Dial and hands:
- Mint green dial with sunburst background
- Anthracite transfers
- Three dancing diamonds
- Rhodium-plated Roman numerals
- Rhodium-plated cone-shaped hours and minutes hands Rhodium-plated baton-type sweep-seconds hand
Bracelet and clasp:
- Bracelet in Lucent Steel™
- Folding clasp in Lucent Steel™
Happy Sport Mint Green dial 36mm Technical Specifications
Ref. 278582-3011 – in Lucent Steel™ with mint green dial, 8 210 €
Function:
- Hours, minutes and seconds
- Date
Movement:
- Quartz
Case:
- Lucent Steel™
- Total diameter: 36 mm
- Thickness: 10.45 mm
- Water resistance: 30 metres
- Crown in Lucent Steel™ set with a tsavorite: 6 mm
- Cabochons in Lucent Steel™
- Bezel in Lucent Steel™
- Glare-proofed sapphire crystal
- Engraved solid back
Dial and hands:
- Mint green dial with sunburst background
- Anthracite transfers
- Five dancing diamonds
- Rhodium-plated Roman numerals
- Date display between 4 and 5 o’clock
- Rhodium-plated cone-shaped hours and minutes hands
- Rhodium-plated baton-type sweep-seconds hand
Bracelet and clasp:
- Bracelet in Lucent Steel™
- Folding clasp in Lucent Steel™
