In the world of racing, colors are of great importance. Not only to recognize your opponent or signals from the stewards at the side of the track, but also when it comes to your tires. Brands like Pirelli use color codes for each compound, making it easy to see the difference. Like a race car, switching between the various types of tires is normal during the different stages of a race. While a super-soft tire might be great to set a fast lap, a harder compound is needed if you need to drive a longer stint. As a partner with Roger Dubuis, the two brands thought that when this is possible with high-performance race cars, why not with watches?

The Damier pattern is synonymous with Louis Vuitton. It was the man himself who designed this checkered pattern, which already decorated the trunks and suitcases the company made in the late 1800s. It most certainly stood the test of time, as it is today not only still in production but also in high demand as one of Louis Vuitton's signature patterns. It is also the source of inspiration for two new Tambour watches that come with a sportive twist.

The meteorological summer has begun, so it is officially time to take in again the joys that this season has to offer. Short sleeves are more often than not, what we wear during this time of year, putting more of an emphasis on the watches that we are wearing. Here are four sports watches that are perfect for welcoming the warmest season of the year.

Last year Lange & Söhne surprised us by introducing the Odysseus, not only the brand's first sports watch, but also their first regular-production timepiece in stainless steel. On the dial, it combined a large date with a day-indicator as well, while a subdial for the seconds gave the watch a touch of vintage flair. These ingredients haven't changed for the latest addition to the collection, apart from the fact that it is now crafted from white gold, features a new color dial, and comes on a rubber strap.

When it comes to sports watches, few can rival the reputation of the Patek Philippe Nautilus. That includes its own sibling, the Aquanaut. This watch was introduced, as Ref. 5060A, by Patek Philippe in 1997 and made quite an impression as it was the very first Patek Philippe to feature a rubber strap.