ABOUT KATHARINE HAMNETT

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Katharine E. Hamnett (born August 16, 1947, in Gravesend, Kent) is an English fashion designer best known for her political t-shirts and her ethical business philosophy. In the 1980s Hamnett's oversized t-shirts with large block letter slogans were adopted by pop bands including Wham!, with her "CHOOSE LIFE" slogan prominently displayed in the music video for "Wake Me Up Before You Go Go" and in Queen's video for Hammer To Fall (worn by Roger Taylor). More recently, models such as Naomi Campbell have appeared in Hamnett shirts bearing the slogans "USE A CONDOM" and "PEACE".

For her watch designs, Katharine Hamnett captures the classic look in contemporary lines. A foremost fashion visionary, her designs are cutting edge, avant-grade and forever fashionable. The Katharine Hamnett Watch Collection ranges from the slim, feminine leather straps to the classic elegant bracelets and each model is with a distinctive, elegant beveled glass face.