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Moonphase Watches: Romantic Complications for Women
By Alex Martin
Seven of the Best World Time Watches for 2021
By Roberta Naas
Visually alluring, the best world time watches offer the time in all 24 zones.
Breguet: Infused With 245 Years of Success
By Roberta Naas
Roberta Naas takes a look at one of the most important men in watchmaking history.
The Best Luxury Clocks of 2020
By Roberta Naas
These clocks have gears, pinions and wheels that work together to track time in unconventional ways.
Elite Traveler Reveals Top Watches in the World 2020
By Roberta Naas
Behind The Scenes: Vacheron Constantin's Égérie Collection
By Roberta Naas
We unveil the process behind Vacheron Constantin's alluring new women's watch collection.
Stefano Ricci Reveals Debut Octagon Watch Collection
By Alex Martin
The three watches are inspired by the brand’s Florentine roots and a commitment to classic design.
Four Beautiful Examples of Women's Tourbillon Watches
By Kristen Shirley
Seven of the Best Auto-Inspired Watches for Men
By Roberta Naas
Zenith Watches CEO Julien Tornare on Waking a Sleeping Giant
By Roberta Naas
Julien Tornare plans to celebrate Zenith’s history and chart a course for its bright future.
This is the World’s Only Rolex Stella Dial Watch Collection
By Alex Martin
The world’s only collection of original Rolex Stella Dial watches has been completed by Carol Altieri following a global hunt for the elusive timepieces. Carol, who together with husband Paul runs the influential Bob’s Watches, took years to source each pristine timepiece from locations around the world. Speaking to Elite Traveler, Carol said: “A beautiful… View Article
Parmigiani Fleurier Launches Helping Heroes Program
By Emma Reynolds
Luxury watch brand Parmigiani Fleurier announced today the launch of the new Helping Heroes by Parmigiani Fleurier program, which supports healthcare workers on the front line fighting against Covid-19, as well as independent retailers that are struggling to keep their stores open. Parmigiani is encouraging its watch family to make tax-free donations to help healthcare… View Article
Panerai Ambassadors Launch #OwnYourTime Campaign
By Alex Martin
Panerai, the luxury Italian watch brand, has launched a new online campaign to highlight the inspiring stories of their iconic global ambassadors. The new #OwnYourTime program allows viewers to spend time with a number of Panerai ambassadors and partake in Q&A sessions online. These sessions are available to the Panerai community for free through its… View Article
Breitling CEO Georges Kern on Revolutionizing a Historic Brand
By Kristen Shirley
How do you revolutionize a historic watch brand without abandoning its heritage? Breitling CEO Georges Kern, tells Kristen Shirley how he is shaking up the brand — and upending the watch industry — in his quest to make Breitling one of today’s most coveted brands. “When a train passes by, you have to jump on… View Article
A Look at Five Beautiful Floral Watches
By Kristen Shirley
These carved and gilded dials prove that floral watches don’t need to be pink to be beautiful, and beneath these artistic dials lie precise mechanical movements. Graff, MasterGraff Floral Graff perfectly unites a feminine aesthetic, gem setting and a mechanical movement in the MasterGraff Floral timepiece. White-gold flowers bloom across the white mother-of-pearl dial, and… View Article
Girard-Perregaux CEO Patrick Pruniaux on the Brand's Latest Timepieces
By Emma Reynolds
Swiss watch brand Girard-Perregaux has been producing watches for more than 225 years, evolving into one of the most recognizable names in the industry. In 2018, Patrick Pruniaux was appointed as Girard-Perregaux’s CEO; in his role, he wants to keep up with innovation while still honoring the brand’s heritage. “[This year’s focus] is to continue… View Article
Behind the Scenes with Parmigiani Fleurier
By Kristen Shirley
Chances are, even if you don’t have a Parmigiani Fleurier watch, one piece in your collection has parts that its parent company, the Sandoz Family Foundation, manufactured. Its factories are a veritable treasure trove of components made for Parmigiani Fleurier and for the world’s most prestigious brands. While most of its clients require anonymity, some… View Article
Six Luxury Adventure Watches for Men
By Roberta Naas
With more and more people looking for active experiences and adventures in life, watch brands are keeping pace by creating timepieces designed to go the distance, whether your adventure of choice is diving, flying or exploring. Some brands look to their rich heritage supporting explorers to create watches with a vintage look, while others highlight… View Article
Four of the Best Luxury Sports Watches
By Emma Reynolds
Not every occasion calls for a dress watch and, more often than not, you need more than one timepiece for daily activities and casual events. Whether you’re physically participating in a sport or simply want to change it up day to day, each of these sporty watches offers a laid-back look alongside high levels of… View Article
Six of the Best Watches Celebrating the Year of the Rat
By Alex Martin
China accounts for almost 20 percent of the global population, making the Chinese New Year one of the world’s biggest annual celebrations. This week, we entered the Year of the Rat, the first of the 12 zodiac animals on the calendar. The Rat is a renowned symbol of wealth in ancient Chinese tradition, so what… View Article
A Stunning Selection of Luxury Jewelry Watches
By Kristen Shirley
Few timepieces are as breathtakingly beautiful as high-jewelry watches. Secret watches hide tiny dials underneath sensational stones, and some watchmakers decorate classic shapes and automatic movements with gem-set designs. Bulgari, Serpenti Misteriosi Intrecciati The Serpenti has been a jewelry and timepiece icon since its debut in the 1960s and, this year, Bulgari introduced the first… View Article
Luxury Watches Inspired by the Animal Kingdom
By Roberta Naas
Today’s finest watchmakers are breathing life into their dials by using them as canvases to reinterpret majestic animals and birds. Referred to as métiers d’art, decorating a watch dial is an art that dates back centuries. Today, brands and their artisans have elevated existing techniques to new heights and developed ever-more innovative methods for ornamentation…. View Article
H Moser & Cie CEO Edouard Meylan on Modernizing Tradition
By Kristen Shirley
Since acquiring independent watchmaker H Moser & Cie in 2012, CEO Edouard Meylan has shaken up the sometimes staid watch world. He speaks to Kristen Shirley about changing the status quo. A watch covered in live plants, a perpetual calendar without a way to identify it as a perpetual calendar and the infamous Swiss Mad… View Article
Four Luxury Aventurine Dial Watches
By Kristen Shirley
It was purely by chance — a l’avventura in Italian — that a glassblower in 19th century Murano, Italy created aventurine when he accidentally spilled copper shavings into molten glass; the resulting metal inclusions gave the glass an incredible sparkle. Today, aventurine glass is frequently used in watch dials, its glitter highlighting a diamond’s fire… View Article
Hublot Unveils Innovative Green Big Bang MP-11
By Alex Martin
Hublot is celebrating a significant step forward in its ultra-technical and contemporary design with the release of a Big Bang MP-11 made with an innovative material never before used in watchmaking. Having made huge investments in the industrialization of sapphire, Hublot has been able to offer watches in several colors such as black, yellow, blue… View Article
Four Incredible Luxury Clock Designs
By Kristen Shirley
As we celebrate 2019’s Top 50 Watches, here we highlight the original form of timekeeping: clocks. Today’s clocks are both incredible technical masterpieces and works of art. As manufacturers are not bound by the constraints of small case sizes, their ingenuity, technical prowess and creativity can be on full display. MB&F, Medusa Price: $27,850 Together… View Article
Breitling Releases Limited Edition Etihad Airways Watch
By Alex Martin
Breitling has further strengthened its connection to the world of aviation with the announcement of a new partnership with luxury commercial airliner Etihad Airways. The Swiss watchmaker has been making pilot watches since 1952 when the Navitimer Pilot’s Chronograph was introduced and has developed special editions for a number of airlines including Pan Am and… View Article
IWC Pilots Make Aviation History in a Silver Spitfire
By Emma Reynolds
Swiss watch brand IWC Schaffhausen is making history with its Spitfire line in (what else) a silver Spitfire. The company enlisted pilots Steve Boultbee Brooks and Matt Jones of UK-based Boultbee Flight Academy to take “The Longest Flight” in a Silver Spitfire wearing the brand’s limited-edition timepiece, Pilot’s Watch TimeZoner Spitfire Edition “The Longest Flight,”… View Article
Revealed: The Elite Traveler Top 50 Watches of 2019
By Roberta Naas
Elite Traveler, the world’s leading private jet lifestyle magazine, is excited to launch the Top 50 Watches in the World for 2019. For its third edition, the Top 50 Watches showcase watchmaking at its finest. The selected timepieces include supreme examples of all areas of horology, from technical advancements in movements and chronometry to artistic… View Article
Behind the Scenes at Richard Mille
By Kristen Shirley
Although Richard Mille might be best known for its extremely technical, sporty timepieces (think tennis champion Rafael Nadal wearing his $725,000 watch during major tennis tournaments), its ladies’ watches are beginning to grab more attention, thanks to the combination of beauty and brains. For its ladies’ collection director Cécile Guenat’s debut, the house released its… View Article
A Luxury Guide to Men's Calendar Watches
By Roberta Naas
Today, we take for granted that a quick glance at our phone tells us the date, but in the past, ingenious watchmakers had to devise mechanical marvels to keep track of the calendar. The most complicated of those watches, perpetual calendars, even account for leap years thanks to hundreds of cams and levers. These watches… View Article
Four Luxury Women's Skeleton Watches For 2019
By Kristen Shirley
To best show off the miniature machine on your wrist, look to a skeleton watch. These timepieces do not have dials, so the mechanics are on full display. Watchmakers remove as much metal as possible from a movement, allowing you to admire the inner workings of your timepiece. The most talented do more than just… View Article
Sponsored: Bugatti Forms Long-Term Bond with Jacob & Co.
By Elite Traveler
The timepiece comes on a special rubber strap inspired by the rear sections of Bugatti supercars.
Phillips Geneva Watch Auction: Nine Highlights
By Emma Reynolds
On May 11 and 12, Phillips in Association with Bacs & Russo will host The Geneva Watch Auction: Nine. In the selection of watches presented at the auction, Patek Philippe and Rolex are predominant (and have been so in their other auctions; the two brands both do extremely well). Other highlights within the auction include… View Article
The Rise of Independent Watch Brands
By Roberta Naas
Over the centuries, the watch industry has often been called a carriage trade, with many independent watch brands working together to create luxury watches. However, as they grew into fully integrated manufacturers and became icons, large conglomerates began snapping them up. Today, three top luxury groups — Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy (LVMH), Richemont and Swatch… View Article
A Guide to Women's Jump-Hour Watches
By Kristen Shirley
The jump-hour watch often removes the hour hand and displays the hour through an aperture. In ladies’ timepieces, this gives watchmakers more room on the dial to showcase their jewelry artistry and creatively display the minutes. They are also technical masterpieces: As the minutes approach 60, power builds up to make the movement’s hour disc… View Article
Eight Luxury Deep Dive Watches For Men
By Kristen Shirley
Whether you’re diving into the ocean or just like a sporty look, one thing’s for sure: Deep dive watches usually spend more time on land than under the sea. After conquering the technical requirements for diving, watchmakers added useful land-based complications like flyback chronographs and calendars, and made them more attractive for everyday wear with… View Article
The Launch of Twenty~4 Automatic by Patek Philippe
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the January/February 2019 issue of Elite Traveler. The breadth of its mechanical women’s watch collections separates Patek Philippe from many esteemed marques who design serious men’s watches, yet only create quartz watches for women. Its collections range from an exquisite, manual-winding, high-jewelry Gondolo to the ultra-sporty Nautilus and the elegant Calatrava…. View Article
Fine Watch Club Opens in Geneva
By Emma Reynolds
There are few people more passionate than watch owners and collectors, and industry veterans came together to find a way to offer some of the industry’s global consumers access to special events as well as create a sense of community for likeminded people to relate to one another and share ideas with Fine Watch Club…. View Article
The Most Stylish Men's Travel Watches
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the January/February 2019 issue of Elite Traveler. We take a deep dive into the world of travel watches. Whether you need to see all 36 time zones at a glance or simply know what time it is at home, you will find the perfect watch here. Hour Hands First designed to… View Article
Mother-of-Pearl Watch Dials
By Roberta Naas
This story originally appeared in the January/February 2019 issue of Elite Traveler. Shimmering mother-of-pearl watch dials are among the most beautiful on the market. Now, top brands elevate the precious material by carving, etching, painting and gem setting these delicate dials. Mother-of-pearl’s incredible luster and sheen have made it a feminine choice for watch dials since… View Article
The Best Women's Watches for Winter Sports
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the January/February 2019 issue of Elite Traveler. An active winter getaway requires a watch that can keep up, whether you’re hitting the slopes or the surf. There’s no need to sacrifice style for function with one of these brightly colored mechanical watches. Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore selfwinding Chronograph This ladies… View Article
Métiers d’Art: Captivating Timepieces for Women
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the November/December 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. Bringing art to one of the smallest possible canvases — a petite watch dial — expert artisans use enamel, miniature painting with single-hair brushes and even identical reproductions of larger artworks to decorate the dials of these beautiful timepieces. Van Cleef & Arpels Lady Arpels… View Article
Ready for Takeoff: the HM9 Flow by MB&F
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the November/December 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. MB&F’s fans rabidly wait for the release of each of its fantastical horological machines, and the recent release of HM9 Flow does not disappoint. Pulling influences from the sensual, curving lines of 1940s and 1950s cars, and the smooth aerodynamics of a jet engine,… View Article
Jaquet Droz Celebrates 280th Anniversary With a Fifth Avenue Pop-Up Store
By Emma Reynolds
After 280 years, Swiss watchmaker Jaquet Droz remains one of the most prestigious watchmakers in the world. Celebrating its 280th anniversary this year, the brand ended its traveling exhibition with one last pop-up store concept in New York City. The store on the city’s famed Fifth Avenue will remain there for three months, allowing clients… View Article
Christoph Grainger-Herr on Preserving the Future
By Elite Traveler
Architect, CEO and dreamer Christoph Grainger-Herr is fearlessly paving the path for the next 150 years at historic watch brand IWC. As Kristen Shirley finds out, it’s not just numbers and sales driving his plan; it’s passion. As we kick off the celebrations for the official opening of IWC’s new watchmaking facility, the Manufakturzentrum, CEO… View Article
Jacob & Co Boutique Opens in Geneva
By Emma Reynolds
Luxury jewelry house Jacob & Co, known for its spectacular high jewelry and impressive timepieces, opened its first boutique on December 1 on the ground floor of the Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues – the first international flagship store for the brand. The location on the ground floor of the Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues… View Article
A Closer Look: the Innovative Timepieces by Lang & Heyne
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the November/December 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. With masterfully finished and innovative movements paired with classic dials, independent German watch brand Lang & Heyne has carved out a niche for itself in the watch world. Collectors looking for something different, but with the highest quality, turn to the Dresden-based manufacture. Its… View Article
The 10 Biggest Sales at Phillips Watch Auction
By Alex Martin
The second Phillips watch auction in New York was held Wednesday with sales totaling $11,523,500. Phillips, the market leader with $110m in watch auction sales this year alone, sold 115 of 120 listings. Bidders from over 50 countries participated both over the phone and online at the ‘STYLED. Timeless Watches & How to Wear Them’ auction as… View Article
Watches of Switzerland Opens Flagship Store in Soho
By Emma Reynolds
The UK’s largest luxury watch retailer, Watches of Switzerland, has planted roots in the US with a flagship boutique in New York City’s SoHo neighborhood. The 8,0000-sq-ft retail space will carry an impressive roster of watches, including Patek Philippe, Rolex, Cartier, Breitling, IWC, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Girard-Perregaux, Ulysse Nardin and Hublot (among others). There’s something for everyone… View Article
The Concept Watches That Are Pushing Boundaries
By Roberta Naas
This story originally appeared in the November/December 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. Taking a cue from the luxury automobile industry, top watch brands are building and introducing concept watches. In the automotive world, carmakers have long introduced concept cars to explore new ideas and materials. When it comes to watchmaking, the idea of a concept watch… View Article
A Closer Look at Patek Philippe's Rare Handcrafts
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the November/December 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. Patek Philippe dedicates countless hours to preserving uncommon artistic métiers in its ultra-exclusive collection of clocks and watches — Rare Handcrafts. Many pieces are never seen in public; they pass nearly directly from the workshop to the client’s hands. CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL Patek Philippe creates only… View Article
Richard Mille Opens Flagship Boutique in NYC
By Emma Reynolds
US fans of Swiss watchmaker Richard Mille can now rejoice as the brand has officially opened the doors to its flagship boutique in New York City. The 4,200-square-foot space is Richard Mille’s largest boutique to date, and is something that took over ten years to find, according to Richard Mille. As he knows, good things… View Article
The Debut of Romain Gauthier's Micro-Rotor Lady Timepiece
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the September/October 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. Brands often turn a men’s watch into a ladies’ watch by shrinking the case size, swapping a mechanical movement for a quartz one and adding diamonds to the bezel. What’s more, few independent watchmakers even consider creating a ladies’ watch because they don’t believe… View Article
A Closer Look at Ressence's Technological Watches
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the September/October 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. The brightly colored dials at Ressence appear to be smartwatches at first glance, but don’t let their fun displays fool you. These timepieces pack serious technological chops—one won the Horological Revelation Award in 2013 at the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève, the most prestigious… View Article
The New Breed of Women's Watches
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the September/October 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. No longer an afterthought, more brands are introducing ladies’ watches with dedicated mechanical movements, and some are even introducing new calibers in ladies’ timepieces, meaning men will be the ones waiting. Bulgari Divas’ Dream Minute Repeater To celebrate its 100th anniversary of jewelry watches, Bulgari… View Article
Panerai Unveils the Anticipated L’Astronomo Luminor 1950 Tourbillon
By Emma Reynolds
Panerai waited for the perfect moment to unveil its L’Astronomo Luminor 1950 Tourbillon Moon Phases Equation of Time GMT watch in the US, and that moment was at The St. Regis in New York on October 10, exclusively at a private dinner for the Elite Traveler audience. Upon entering a private room, spectacular centerpieces of… View Article
Elite Traveler Celebrates Top 50 Watches for 2018
By Emma Reynolds
On Wednesday, October 10, Elite Traveler hosted an evening of cocktails and canapés in celebration of its Top 50 Watches list, which was featured in the September/October issue. Industry leaders, watch collectors and friends of the magazine gathered in a private room at The St. Regis in New York to mingle and sip on cocktails… View Article
Baume & Mercier Creates Automatic Baumatic
By Elite Traveler
This story originally appeared in the September/October 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. Developing an in-house movement is a prestigious milestone for any watch brand. Throughout the years as it considered creating one, Baume & Mercier decided that if it were to make the investment, it wouldn’t be simply for the sake of having one; it would… View Article
Aurel Bacs on the Romance of Vintage Watches
By Elite Traveler
This story originally appeared in the September/October 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. Responsible for many recent record-breaking auctions, Aurel Bacs, senior consultant to Phillips in association with Bacs & Russo, tells Elite Traveler why he thinks watch collecting is undergoing a Renaissance. Dear watch collectors — quo vadis? If I knew where you were going, I… View Article
L’Epée 1839 Looks to the Sky for Latest Design
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the September/October 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. After collaborating on several wildly inventive clocks with independent Swiss watch brand MB&F — including giant spiders, robots and spaceships — venerable clockmaker L’Epée 1839 looks to the sky with its latest creation, the Hot Balloon. And it’s not just inspired by the shape… View Article
Mr Porter Adds Vacheron Constantin to its Growing Luxury Watch Collection
By Emma Reynolds
Mr Porter is adding renowned watchmaker Vacheron Constantin to its roster of high-horology offerings on September 5. The online men’s retailer, mainly known for its luxury ready-to-wear, will curate 18 watches from the brand’s iconic product families, as well as feature six timepieces from the new Fiftysix collection. From this new collection, the site will offer… View Article
Celebrating 10 Years of Moritz Grossmann Watches
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the July/August 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. Karl Moritz Grossmann, a founder of the Glashütte watch industry in the mid-1800s, is one of the many watchmaking giants to have the rights to his name acquired and used as a brand. So you would not be out of line to wonder what… View Article
Girard-Perregaux Adds to its Laureato Collection with Five Colorful Timepieces
By Emma Reynolds
Summer is nearly over but Girard-Perregaux wants to keep you chic for your season-ending soirées. After re-launching the Laureato design in 2017 (it was first designed in 1975 by a Milanese architect), the watch has been reimagined with various movements, colors and materials that appeal to both men and women. Its unique octagonal bezel remains… View Article
MB&F Launches Certified Pre-Owned Watch Program
By Emma Reynolds
Few watch brands have pre-owned programs, which force their loyal clients to go elsewhere to acquire secondhand watches – and while there are many reputable shops, some are not as scrupulous as MB&F’s Certified Pre-Owned program. The Swiss watch brand, founded by Maximilian Büsser in 2005, recently launched its program, a dedicated part of its… View Article
Parmigiani Fleurier Launches Montreux Jazz Festival Kalpa Watches
By Emma Reynolds
Few can say they’ve danced under the stars on the shores of Lake Geneva with Grammy award-winning artists. Unless, of course, you’re part of Parmigiani Fleurier’s exclusive group of friends. This year, the Swiss watch marque returned as a global partner to the Montreux Jazz Festival, which celebrated its 52nd annual show, from July 11-13…. View Article
Par for the Course: Hublot Releases Golf Watch
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the July/August 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. Forget scorecards and apps. Hublot is coming for your golf game with a new watch that allows you to count your strokes while out on the links. The cleverly designed Big Bang Unico Golf watch follows the design codes of a chronograph, but uses… View Article
Wilhelm Schmid on German Precision and Craftsmanship
By Roberta Naas
This story originally appeared in the July/August 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. With seven years behind him at the helm of sophisticated and technically advanced A Lange & Söhne, Wilhelm Schmid lets passion drive him as he propels this German watch brand to new heights. Recently he shared his thoughts with Elite Traveler’s Roberta Naas on… View Article
Watch Customization Gives New Meaning to a Rare Timepiece
By Roberta Naas
This story originally appeared in the July/August 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. In the past, if you wanted to customize an aspect of your watch, your options were limited to specially ordered engraving or hand-painting on the dial or caseback. Now, thanks to new technology, some savvy watch brands are taking customization to all new levels…. View Article
Cartier Creates New Day-and-Night Complication
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the July/August 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. Ever since Cartier’s first mystery clock in 1912, the mysterious movement has been one of the jeweler’s specialties. This year, for the first time, it adds a day-and-night complication to a mysterious watch. And if that weren’t enough, the timepiece has retrograde minutes, too…. View Article
A Closer Look at Innovative Watch Brand Urwerk
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the May/June 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. It can take a few minutes to wrap your head around an Urwerk movement, and for the firm’s co-founders, Felix Baumgartner and Martin Frei, that is the point. They deepen the relationship between wearer and watch, and create innovative movements and complications that require… View Article
Marking 25 Years of the Royal Oak Offshore
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the May/June 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. This year marks the 25th anniversary of Audemars Piguet’s Royal Oak Offshore model, and the watchmaker is celebrating in a big way. In addition to reissuing the original from 1993 (with a modern, in-house movement), there are two major new watches in the iconic… View Article
The Most Precise Timepieces on Earth
By Roberta Naas
This story originally appeared in the May/June 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. Watchmakers are an elite group of perfectionists who toil every day to create the most precise timepieces possible. That quest has led to the unveiling of mechanical watches that feature what may be the ultimate precision concept: constant force. While constant force is not… View Article
Maximilian Büsser on Surrounding Himself with Good People
By Elite Traveler
This story originally appeared in the May/June 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. An engineer by trade,Maximilian Büsser, known as Max, is the founder of one of the most futuristic and highly technical independent watch brands in the world: MB&F. The acronym stands for Max Büsser and Friends, because, as he tells Roberta Naas, he could not… View Article
Rolex's 'The Unicorn' Auctions For $5.9 Million
By Arun Kakar
One of the most exclusive Rolexs became the second most expensive in history when it sold for $5.9million at a Phillips auction in May. The 1970 white gold Cosmograph Daytona 6265, dubbed the “The Unicorn”, sold for nearly double its expected $3m at the special “Daytona Ultimatum” themed auction in Geneva. The event was curated… View Article
H Moser & Cie Launches Endeavour Tourbillon Concept
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the May/June 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. For those in the know, it takes just a glance at an incredible sunburst fumé dial to recognize it as the work of H Moser & Cie. The independent Swiss brand—known not only for impeccable craftsmanship but also for being a bit of an… View Article
A Closer Look at Grönefeld
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the March/April 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. With familial roots in watchmaking that date back to 1912, the Grönefeld brothers, Bart and Tim, seem to be destined for horology. Before launching their own brand in the Netherlands with a tourbillon minute repeater, they honed their craft at technical schools, then at… View Article
The House of Harry Winston Celebrates Zurich Opening
By Lauren Hill
The revered luxury brand behind the watchmaker who was dubbed the “King of Diamonds” during his lifetime, the House of Harry Winston, has announced the opening of a new salon in Zurich. The new site sits on the city’s prestigious Bahnhofstrasse shopping mile with more than 1,570 sq ft of space to showcase the brand’s… View Article
The New Polaris by Jaeger-LeCoultre
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the March/April 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. Born in 1968, the original Memovox Polaris was designed in an era of great expeditions. The Space Race was at its peak; just a decade earlier, Sir Edmund Hillary became the first man to summit Mount Everest; and the US Navy reached the bottom… View Article
The Watchmakers of Bovet Switzerland
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the March/April 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. Many watch brands claim to create in-house movements, but their definitions of in-house can vary widely. There are very few brands who manufacture nearly every component themselves, down to balance springs, and their technology is fiercely guarded. Elite Traveler headed to Switzerland to visit… View Article
The Best Regulator Wristwatches
By Roberta Naas
This story originally appeared in the March/April 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. Once revered as the only way to truly know the time at a glance, regulator clocks have transformed into regulator watches. Difficult to make and quite uncommon, a regulator wristwatch offers an unusual take on time. Built today by just a handful of top… View Article
Hublot and JetSmarter Launch Limited-Edition Timepiece
By Lauren Hill
JetSmarter may be the world’s largest private aviation community, but that hasn’t diminished its exclusivity. This prestige is evident through its latest collaboration. This week JetSmarter announced its new partnership with the Swiss watchmaker Hublot in which the two brands are releasing a limited-edition timepiece that will be made exclusively available to JetSmarter members. The… View Article
Watches & Wonders Takes Over Miami Design District
By Olivia Cuccaro
This past weekend, Miami was a hotspot for three of our favorite things here at Elite Traveler: watches, cars and yachts. In partnership with Miami Design District Associates (MDDA), the Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie (FHH) debuted Watches & Wonders, the inaugural stateside event joining 21 of the world’s leading timepiece manufacturers, alongside the Miami… View Article
Marking the 10th Anniversary of Ateliers deMonaco
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the January/February 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. This year marks the 10th anniversary of Ateliers deMonaco, whose launch was the culmination of Fredérique Constant head watchmaker Pim Koeslag and CEO Peter Stas’s lifelong dream of creating a minute repeater. The brand focuses exclusively on high horology, blending Monaco’s enduring glamour with… View Article
Elvis Presley's Omega To Go Up For Auction
By Will Grice
World-renowned auction house Phillips is set to sell of Elvis Presley’s personal Omega at the upcoming Geneva Watch Auction taking place between the 12th and 13th of May. The watch was gifted to the rock and roll icon by RCA Records to commemorate him selling 75 million records. It is widely believed Presley was the… View Article
A Modern Ode: The FB 1.4 Chronometer
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the January/February 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. A modern ode to a revered 18th-century watchmaker who created marine chronometers and was the official clockmaker to the French king and navy, Ferdinand Berthoud is a special division within Chopard. This group of watchmakers is dedicated to interpreting his works through a 21st-century… View Article
The Bulgari Watch Made Exclusively for Maserati Owners
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the January/February 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. Car and watch collaborations are a dime a dozen—it seems like every prestigious car brand has a luxury watch bearing its name. How to stand out from the crowd? For starters, reserve the watches exclusively for the car owners. Add on a dial design… View Article
Impressive Jump-Hour Watches
By Roberta Naas
This story originally appeared in the January/February 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. The jump-hour watch has come a long way since its creation in 1882. Roberta Naas examines some of the more interesting and unusual manifestations of this innovative complication. As watchmakers continue to create timepieces that are technically unusual and complex, we are witnessing a… View Article
The Timepieces Made for Travelers
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the Elite Traveler Luxury Escapes Edition 2017/2018. Watches with a changeable strap allow you to travel the globe with just one timepiece that works for every occasion, whether it’s swimming in the ocean, hiking a mountain or a black-tie dinner. Take yours on an-around-the-world private jet trip. Baume & Mercier Classima Chronograph… View Article
Roberta Naas Talks Incredible Automaton Watches
By Roberta Naas
This story originally appeared in the November/December 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. Only a handful of brands offer these incredible feats of art and mechanics, which can take several hundred hours to make and assemble—something that is reflected in their price. Moving magic on the wrist is the best way to describe this rare breed of… View Article
Celebrating the Innovative Watches of Voutilainen
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the November/December 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. One of the industry’s most beloved independent watchmakers, Kari Voutilainen is as well-known for his artistry and dedication to métiers d’art as he is for his innovative, and sometimes mind-bending, timepieces featuring in-house movements. Voutilainen uses traditional horology techniques, but the resulting timepieces are… View Article
Zenith Unveils World's Most Accurate Mechanical Watch
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the November/December 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. Zenith unveils Defy Lab, what it calls the world’s most accurate mechanical watch. This is possible because of a new oscillator: a single piece of 0.5mm-thick silicon that replaces the traditional sprung balance. This innovation allows it to oscillate at a frequency five times… View Article
G-Shock Unveils Sapphire Crystal Watch Prototype
By Olivia Cuccaro
Prior to 1983, Casio destroyed 200 handmade models in the quest to create a watch that would never break. Now, the brand is celebrating the 35th anniversary of the timepiece that finally proved indestructible — the G-Shock. Earlier this November, Elite Traveler joined members of the media, celebrities and collectors to commemorate the milestone year… View Article
Christie's Announces Joe DiMaggio and Amelia Earhart Watches
By Olivia Cuccaro
Following the record-breaking sale of Paul Newman’s Rolex Oyster Cosmograph Daytona, Christie’s has announced its upcoming Evening of Exceptional Watches Live Auction will take place in December. Once again, the auction will highlight timepieces once owned by American icons — this time, an athlete and an aviator. Heralded as one of the best baseball players in… View Article
Hublot and Cheval Blanc Randheli Unveil Collaborative Collection
By Lauren Hill
The ultra-luxurious Maldives resort Cheval Blanc Randheli and prestigious watch brand Hublot have revealed their latest collaboration, the new Classic Fusion special edition. It was the Parisian artist behind Cheval Blanc Randheli’s signature artworks, Vincent Beaurin, who Hublot commissioned to conceive the new creation. Designed to fuse time with art, the special edition timepiece reflects… View Article
Introducing A Lange & Söhne’s Handwerkskunst Timepiece
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the November/December 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. In a showcase of its manufacture’s skill and artistic prowess, the 1815 Rattrapante Perpetual Calendar Handwerkskunst is the sixth limited-edition timepiece to bear A Lange & Söhne’s prestigious handwerkskunst (craftsmanship) designation. Testing its artisans, A Lange & Söhne combines engraving and enameling for the… View Article
Porsche and Partner Chopard Celebrate Titles in China
By Olivia Cuccaro
Hailing from Germany, Porsche has raced ahead of the rest of the world once again with its latest win. Following victories at Le Mans 2017, Nürburgring, in Mexico and in the US, the Porsche Motorsport LMP1 continued their streak at Six Hours of Shanghai 2017. The team finished second and third at the penultimate round… View Article
A Man and His Watch Tells Timepiece Stories
By Olivia Cuccaro
Iconic timepieces are more than just their complications. Behind the manufacturer and model is the man who wore the watch and the story that they tell together. In his debut book, A Man and His Watch: Iconic Watches and Stories from the Men Who Wore Them, New York-based writer Matt Hranek explores the link between… View Article
Blancpain Boutique Opens in New York
By Olivia Cuccaro
Swiss watch brand Blancpain has introduced a new retail experience to Fifth Avenue in New York City. The relocated flagship showcases iconic timepieces as well as the latest collections from Blancpain, including Fifty Fathoms dive watches, the Villeret Collection and watches for women. Spanning 4,036 sq ft, the new Blancpain Boutique offers an expanded sales… View Article
Paul Newman's Rolex Sells For Record $17.8 Million
By Will Grice
Paul Newman’s iconic Rolex Daytona sold for a grand total of $17.8 million at a Phillips auction last night. The price is the highest paid for any wristwatch sold at auction, and cements the ‘Paul Newman’ Daytona’s place as one of the most desirable watches of all time. Officially called the Rolex Oyster Cosmograph Daytona,… View Article
Breitling Releases Limited-Edition Navitimer Watch
By Olivia Cuccaro
For Swiss watch brand Breitling, it doesn’t get more iconic than the Navitimer. The model has established itself as a firm favorite among pilots and the aviation-obsessed, with the Breitling Navitimer Rattrapante even making the Elite Traveler list of Top 50 Watches 2017 in the Chronograph category. Now, Breitling has unveiled a limited-edition Navitimer 01 to… View Article
Brand Profile: Parmigiani Fleurier
By Kristen Shirley
This story originally appeared in the September/October 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. One of the younger brands in high watchmaking, Parmigiani Fleurier was founded in 1996 by Michel Parmigiani and the Sandoz Family Foundation. Evolving from a small company focusing on table clocks and unique pieces into a vertically-integrated manufacturer that designs, creates and manufactures 99… View Article
Louis Moinet Opens Very First Boutique
By Olivia Cuccaro
Credited with inventing the first ever chronograph, luxury watch brand Louis Moinet has found a new home in Moscow. While the independent watch brand is based in Saint-Blaise, Switzerland, its storied history pointed to Russia as the perfect place to open the first Louis Moinet boutique. The boutique is operated by Rich Time, the official… View Article
Introducing Romain Gauthier’s First Automatic Watch
By Lauren Hill
By Kristen Shirley This story originally appeared in the September/October 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. Today, thinness seems to be king. Everywhere from watches to smartphones, becoming thinner and thinner is an eternal quest, and often brands are forced to sacrifice one of the most essential components to achieve this: power. And without power, both are just… View Article
WatchTime Kicks Off in New York City
By Olivia Cuccaro
By Olivia Cuccaro Check your world timer for New York this weekend as the watch event of the season arrives in the city. For the third year running, the event is set to bring the latest and greatest in luxury timepieces in front of experts and enthusiasts alike. This year’s show welcomes 30 of the… View Article
Watches: In the Zone
By Lauren Hill
By Kristen Shirley This story originally appeared in the September/October 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. You probably have a dual-time watch, and you might have a worldtimer—what else do you need to track time around the globe? If you’re a frequent traveler to India, Australia or even some parts of Canada, whose time zones are offset by… View Article
Bremont Takes an American Road Trip
By Olivia Cuccaro
By Olivia Cuccaro Luxury timepieces are often associated with the Swiss countryside, but for Bremont it’s all about the UK. To celebrate the brand’s heritage, co-founders (and brothers) Nick and Giles English embarked on a road trip in a car that shares their British background — a 1970 Jaguar Series II E-Type. Originally restored by… View Article
MB&F and L’Epée 1839 Release Limited-Edition Octopod
By Olivia Cuccaro
By Olivia Cuccaro Following the MB&F HM7 Aquapod (which featured a spherically three-dimensional engine developed in-house by MB&F, central 60-second flying tourbillon and 72-hour power reserve), Octopod takes its inspiration from marine chronometers as well as tentacled sea creatures. A collaboration between MB&F and Swiss clock maker L’Epée 1839, the limited-edition Octopod is designed with eight… View Article
Ulysse Nardin Releases Limited-Edition Timepiece
By Olivia Cuccaro
By Kristen Shirley In celebration of its ninth year sponsoring the Monaco Yacht Show, Ulysse Nardin releases a limited-edition timepiece that honors both its partnership and its long maritime history. In 1846, Ulysse Nardin created his eponymous company with the intention to create precision marine chronometers, and has long been known for its excellence in this field…. View Article
Phillips Announces Inaugural New York Auction
By Olivia Cuccaro
By Olivia Cuccaro Prepare to raise your paddles, stateside watch collectors. Phillips in Association with Bacs & Russo has set a date for its first New York auction, Winning Icons, confirmed to offer 50 rare and iconic watches of the 20th century. Following earlier sales in Geneva and Hong Kong, the New York auction will… View Article
Technology: The Döttling Gyrowinder
By Lauren Hill
By Samantha Coles This story originally appeared in the September/October 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. The only way to wind your watch is with a grandiose, 360-degree rotating instrument that looks as cool as the watch it winds. The Gyrowinder by Döttling, the manufacturer of bespoke luxury safes, has combined astronomical design with a rare feat… View Article
The Top 50 Watches of 2017 Revealed
By Lauren Hill
Pushing the boundaries of horology design, the world’s most exceptional watches all exhibit heightened creativity and technological capability, reflecting the stature of the brand they’re made by. In a time when nano-technology, micro-machining and computer aided design come hand in hand with traditional craftsmanship the possibilities for new timepieces are evolving. With this in mind,… View Article
Brand Profile: Franck Dubarry
By Lauren Hill
By Kristen Shirley This story originally appeared in the July/August 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. After founding and selling Techno Marine watches, originally known for pairing diamond-set cases with plastic bands, Franck Dubarry created his eponymous company, keeping his playful and creative vision. Here, he combines French design with Swiss watchmaking, eschewing traditional design codes, which… View Article
Nayla Hayek on Guiding History into the Future
By Lauren Hill
This story originally appeared in the July/August 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. The legendary house of Harry Winston has been known as a leader in diamonds and jewelry ever since its founding in New York City in 1932. However Roberta Naas finds, under its current ownership, this luxury brand has also carved a strong leadership position… View Article
These Watches Take Inspiration from the Past
By Roberta Naas
This story originally appeared in the July/August 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. It’s not just the world of fashion that’s plundering the past for inspiration— the latest trend in luxury watches is to embrace a vintage look, to effortlessly encapsulate timeless style. We’re all familiar with the term vintage styling, but what exactly does it mean… View Article
Louis Vuitton Unveils New Luxury Smartwatch
By Olivia Cuccaro
By Olivia Cuccaro The worlds of fashion and technology collide once again in the latest timepiece from Louis Vuitton. Devised in Paris, the watch’s Swiss-manufactured case houses technology developed in California’s Silicon Valley for a timepiece that can be used around the world. Running on an Android operating system, the Tambour Horizon wristwatch has joined… View Article
Introducing the Porsche Design Monobloc Actuator Chronograph
By Lauren Hill
By Kristen Shirley This story originally appeared in the July/August 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. One of the most unexpected watches at Baselworld this year came from Porsche Design. True, a watch from Porsche Design that is inspired by a Porsche car is not usually groundbreaking, but this chronograph had everyone buzzing. The exclusive, patented and world-first… View Article
A New Moonphase for Rolex
By Lauren Hill
By Kristen Shirley This story originally appeared in the July/August 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. For its first moonphase complication since the 1950s, Rolex introduces its most elegant Cellini watch to date. We love Rolex’s dressier collection, Cellini, that was reintroduced in 2014. The timepieces have graceful 39mm cases with a domed and fluted double bezel. The… View Article
Jean-Claude Biver on Steering Swiss Watch Brands with Passion
By Lauren Hill
This story originally appeared in the May/June 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. A true visionary in the watch world, a sought-after speaker on global economic and business conference circuits, and the leader of three top Swiss watch brands, Jean-Claude Biver tirelessly pursues—and regularly achieves success,writes Roberta Naas. At 68 years old, Jean-Claude Biver has built… View Article
High-Tech Materials in Watchmaking
By Roberta Naas
This story originally appeared in the May/June 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. Timepieces have moved on from the days of only gold and steel – and the properties afforded by cutting-edge alloys nowadays leave us wondering what could possibly come next. The watch industry has come a long way from its stainless steel and 18K… View Article
The 60th Anniversary of Piaget’s Altiplano
By Lauren Hill
By Kristen Shirley This story originally appeared in the May/June 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. When Piaget introduced its ultra-thin self-winding movement in 1957, it was revolutionary. Since then, the brand has established itself at the forefront of ultra-thin timepieces, breaking many records and consistently striving to be even thinner. To celebrate the iconic Altiplano’s… View Article
Cartier in Motion opens at London Design Museum
By Lauren Hill
By Lauren Jade Hill This week the Cartier showcase, Cartier in Motion, is set to open at the Design Museum, London. Curated by accomplished architect Norman Foster—the designer behind landmark structures such as the Millennium Tower and the Gherkin—and director of the Design Museum Deyan Sudjic, the exhibition promises to provide an insight into the… View Article
Brand Profile: Girard-Perregaux
By Lauren Hill
By Kristen Shirley This story originally appeared in the May/June 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. The venerable Swiss watch brand based in La Chaux-de-Fonds recently celebrated its 225th anniversary and today produces some of the industry’s most exciting timepieces, some using antiques as inspiration. While it works with the latest technology in developing movements, it… View Article
Patek Philippe Announces US Historic Room in NY
By Olivia Cuccaro
By Olivia Cuccaro As the US approaches 241 years of independence this July, Patek Philippe will showcase the nation’s history through timepieces. The Swiss watchmaker has curated a collection of important timepieces from famous US collectors to be displayed at The Art of Watches Grand Exhibition New York this summer. Beginning July 13, the US… View Article
Vacheron Constantin’s Atelier Cabinotiers Special Order
By Lauren Hill
By Kristen Shirley This story originally appeared in the May/June 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. In 18th century Geneva, watchmakers were called cabinotiers and their achievements represented the pinnacle of watchmaking. Vacheron Constantin’s Atelier Cabinotiers continues that grand tradition of Swiss watchmaking with its bespoke division. Here, there are no catalogs, no reproductions and no… View Article
Horological Machine: No.7 – Aquapod
By Lauren Hill
By Kristen Shirley This story originally appeared in the March/April 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. Through his creations,Maximilian Büsser (of Maximilian Büsser & Friends, or MB&F) has explored robots, outer space, spiders and the automotive world. It’s only natural that he would turn his gaze to the intriguing depths of the ocean.What’s perhaps not as… View Article
Brand Profile: H Moser & Cie
By Lauren Hill
By Kristen Shirley This story originally appeared in the March/April 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. H Moser & Cie has never been shy about making a statement – for example, confronting the smartwatch with a mechanical “anti-Apple Watch.” This year, in an elegant protest against the newly loosened regulations of the “Swiss made” label, the… View Article
The Sweet Songs of Sonnerie Watches
By Roberta Naas
This story originally appeared in the March/April 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. The big trend to emerge from the exclusive Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie, Geneva’s annual watch exhibition, is chiming watches. Featuring several hundred moving parts, these timepieces are true works of art. Recently, we attended the 27th annual Salon International de la… View Article
Watches: A High-Tech Royal Oak
By Lauren Hill
This story originally appeared in the March/April 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. At this year’s Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie in Geneva, Audemars Piguet released a watch that had everyone buzzing: a black-ceramic Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar. Converting Gérald Genta’s iconic design to ceramic was not an easy task. It took more than 600… View Article
An Extraordinary Collaboration: The Macallan and URWERK
By Lauren Hill
It’s not often a Scotch whisky maker embarks on a collaborative project with a luxury watchmaker, but this is exactly the journey The Macallan has set out on by partnering up with Swiss watchmaker URWERK. This latest collaboration taken on by the whisky specialists has resulted in the creation of The Macallan x URWERK Flask,… View Article
Interview: Thierry Stern on His Family Legacy
By Lauren Hill
This story originally appeared in the March/April 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. Patek Philippe has been crafting timepieces to the most exacting standards of excellence since 1839. Roberta Naas talks to Thierry Stern, the fourth generation of the family to run the business. Thierry Stern, president of Patek Philippe, has a tall order to fill…. View Article
Laurent Ferrier Limited Edition Galet Square
By Kristen Shirley
By Kristen Shirley Laurent Ferrier has released a limited-edition Galet Square timepiece that is exclusively available at Swiss FineTiming’s Walton Street location in Chicago. Keeping its namesake square case, Ferrier designed a two-tone red gold sector dial mixing circular and vertical satin-brushed finishes for a subtle effect. At 6 o’clock there is a small seconds… View Article
Interview: Vartkess Knadjian of Backes & Strauss
By Lauren Hill
By Lauren Jade Hill As both the world’s oldest diamond company and an ambassador of fine craftsmanship, Backes & Strauss is a name that’s synonymous with unadulterated luxury. And while the company set out on its diamond legacy in 1789, it is now celebrated for its opulent watches. It was the brand’s CEO Vartkess Knadjian… View Article
Material Matters
By Lauren Hill
Roger Dubuis’ SIHH reveals are eagerly anticipated in the watch community, with everyone wondering what tradition he is going to turn on its head. The Excalibur Quatuor CobaltMicroMelt is not entirely new, but the updates are bold and exciting. The big news is the material used in the case, bezel, case back and crown, a… View Article
Jewelry Watches
By Lauren Hill
By Kristen Shirley This story originally appeared in the January/February 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. Today’s female collectors are much more discerning when purchasing timepieces. It’s not enough to shrink aman’s watch and cover it in diamonds, or to have a feminine pattern on the dial. Collectors are looking for complications, mechanical movements and, of course, pure… View Article
Brand Profile: Manufacture Royale
By Lauren Hill
By Kristen Shirley This article originally appeared in the January/February 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. Watch companies are proud of their heritage and longevity. While Manufacture Royale’s modern era is quite new, its pedigree is special. The famous philosopher Voltaire founded Manufacture Royale in 1770, to create watches that reflected his values. It closed when he… View Article
Chanel's First Watch for Men: Monsieur de Chanel
By Samantha Coles
By Kristen Shirley This story originally appeared in the November/December 2016 issue of Elite Traveler. When Chanel does something, you can be assured it will be big and bold. Its first man’s watch does not disappoint; it has Chanel’s first in-house movement, called Calibre 1, which is also the first integrated movement with double complication… View Article
Wempe Unveils $8m Renovation
By Chris
By Kristen Shirley Wempe, one of New York’s leading timepiece boutiques recently unveiled an eight-million-dollar and two-year renovation. Located in the Peninsula building, the new boutique is more than twice as large, with a new, open floor plan to give the customer more access to timepieces, as well as integrated salons for Patek Philippe and… View Article
Brand Profile: Maitre Du Temps
By Samantha Coles
By Kristen Shirley This article originally appeared in the November/December 2016 issue of Elite Traveler. While watchmaking has always been a collaborative industry, founder Steven Holtzman takes this to new heights. He brings together groups of master watchmakers to develop new timepieces, allowing them to create pieces they could not have produced alone. This unique… View Article
The Most Intricate Skeleton Watches
By Roberta Naas
Paring things back to the bone is by no means the simple option when it comes to creating a skeletonwatch. Roberta Naas explains the meticulous levels of craftsmanship required. Lovers of minimalistic art and fine timepieces will be in their element this year as we witness a renaissance in watchmaking: the art of skeletonization. In… View Article
20 Years of Parmigiani Fleurier
By Zahra Al-Kateb
By Kristen Shirley This article originally appeared in the September/October 2016 issue of Elite Traveler. To celebrate its 20th anniversary, Parmigiani Fleurier has released a special timepiece that holds a secret and celebrates its heritage. When the company launched in 1996, Parmigiani created only table clocks and unique pieces for collectors. In 1999, the first… View Article
Bulgari: Striving for Super-Slim Elegance
By Zahra Al-Kateb
This article first appeared in our September/October 2016 issue. The ultra-thin watchmaking market is highly competitive; records are set by shaving off hundredths of a millimeter. And Bulgari excites the watch world with its brilliance in this area. Last year, Bulgari set a record for the world’s thinnest tourbillon, and this year shattered the record… View Article
Zenith and Land Rover Form Iconic Partnership
By Zahra Al-Kateb
By Zahra Al-Kateb Swiss watch makers Zenith and iconic British car manufacturer Land Rover have come together in a joint venture to launch El Primero Range Rover Special Edition. Unveiled at the Paris Motor Show, the El Primero Range Rover chronograph watch pays tribute to the first luxury SUV with the brushed dial bearing the inscription… View Article
WatchTime New York
By Chris
By Kristen Shirley This weekend, WatchTime New York hosts its second annual event for luxury watches at Gotham Hall in New York City. The two-day event is full of events for both timepiece enthusiasts and industry experts, and will feature many new watches making their American debut. It is a great occasion to meet executives… View Article
Emmanuel Bouchet's Complication One
By Chris
By Kristen Shirley Having spent his career creating significant timepieces for some of watchmaking’s best-known brands, including designing Harry Winston’s Opus 12, Emmanuel Bouchet recently launched his eponymous brand with one timepiece. And when it’s this special, one is enough, at least for now. It takes just a quick look to realize that this is… View Article
Carl F. Bucherer - Savoir-Faire Since 1888
By Zahra Al-Kateb
By Kristen Shirley Founded in 1888, independent Swiss watchmaker Carl F. Bucherer designs and produces all of its timepieces at its workshop in Lucerne. One of the few watchmakers that has mastered a peripheral rotor, and showcases it in a new movement family for 2016, it has both technically impressive watches and beautiful gem-set jewelry watches. Manero Peripheral The new CFB A2000 family debuts… View Article
World Time Watches from Patek Philippe and Andersen Genève
By Zahra Al-Kateb
This article originally appeared in Elite Traveler July/August 2016 By Kristen Shirley In the early 1930s, Swiss watchmaker Louis Cottier created a mechanism that displayed all 24 time zones on a watch dial. His invention has been used to beautiful, and useful, effect by watchmakers ever since. Patek Philippe is widely credited with taking Cottier’s… View Article
Around the World: Paying Homage to the Traveler
By Zahra Al-Kateb
This article originally appeared in Elite Traveler July/August 2016. By Kristen Shirley This year, Vacheron Constantin pays homage to the traveler with a reinvented Overseas collection that contains perhaps the ultimate timepiece for a 21st century globetrotter, a new world timer Vacheron Constantin has been serving the needs of travelers since the late 19th century,… View Article
Patrik Hoffmann & Mike Piazza Celebrate the Opening of Ulysse Nardin's Miami Design District Boutique
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Patrik P. Hoffmann, CEO of Renowned Swiss Watch Manufacturer Ulysse Nardin, joined baseball legend Mike Diazza to celebrate the opening of Ulysse Nardin’s newest monobrand boutique. Located in the heart of the Miami Design District at 14O NE 39th Street, the 1,000 square foot store will feature at the latest in haute horlogerie. “Miami… View Article
Harry Winston Launches Exclusive Timepieces To Benefit amFAR
By Chris
By Kristen Shirley Here at Elite Traveler, we love a good watch collaboration. What we love even more is one as charitable and inspiring as Harry Winston’s limited edition Countdown To A Cure timepieces. Designed exclusively for amFAR, sales benefit amFAR’s efforts to develop the scientific basis of a cure for HIV. Limited to 40… View Article
Luxury Valentine's Day Gift Guide
By Chris
With Valentine’s Day less than a week away, panic might be setting in for those last minute gift givers. Thankfully, one of Elite Traveler’s favorite luxury consignment websites, TrueFacet, has a concierge service that eliminates all of the worry and hassle of shopping for jewelry or watches. Tell your personal concierge what you are looking… View Article
Watches: Monkey business
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Chopard is releasing a series of watches depicting the animals of the Chinese zodiac calendar. The launch coincides with the Chinese New Year on February 8, which marks the beginning of the year of the monkey. For its first watch in the series, a special limited edition of the L.U.C XP, Chopard commissioned two Japanese masters in the art of Urushi… View Article
Carl F. Bucherer's New Patravi TravelTec in Black Teams Up with Rinspeed’s Latest Concept Car "Σtos"
By Zahra Al-Kateb
The new concept car Σtos by Rinspeed serves as an exclusive watch winder for Carl F. Bucherer’s global novelty of 2016 – the brand new Patravi TravelTec, with a diamond-like-carbon coating in a matte black hue. The Patravi TravelTec in Black will be prominently presented in the dashboard, when Rinspeed reveals their newest concept car… View Article
Timeless, Perpetual Romance: Valentine’s Day Gifts from BOVET
By Zahra Al-Kateb
On St. Valentine’s Day, the gift of a BOVET timepiece eloquently represents the timeless depth of romance. The sweeping hands mark each second, moment, and hour with steadfast movement, and the intricate heart of each BOVET timepiece reveals infinite, passionately crafted details that make it a fitting symbol of enduring love. For Her, BOVET Presents… View Article
Winners of Watchstars Award Announced
By Zahra Al-Kateb
The winners of the 2015-2016 Watchstars Awards have been selected. For the second year in a row, an international panel of experts chose the best watches of the world to honor with these independent annual awards. The expert panel, which consists of more than 70 international watch experts, nominated timepieces in five primary categories. Following… View Article
The New Dials
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Blue dials are a trend that seems to be gaining market share each year and almost every watchmaker presented at least one in their latest collection. H. Moser & Cie, the family-owned Swiss business, produces just 1,000 timepieces a year, each one designed and created with in-house movements. This 18-karat white gold, electric blue Endeavour Perpetual Calendar ($60,000,… View Article
MEMORIS – Welcome to our world
By Zahra Al-Kateb
A spectacular, contemporary design Featuring 147 components in the chronograph and 155 more in the automatic movement, the innovative nature of MEMORIS resides in having distinguished these two functions. For the first time ever, the entire chronograph has been positioned at the top of the watch, with the automatic part located beneath the plate. In… View Article
Anniversary Tribute at Roger Dubuis
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Roger Dubuis announced the Hommage collection to pay tribute to co-founder Mr Dubuis’ contributions to horology – and to mark the brand’s 20th anniversary. The Hommage Minute Repeater Tourbillon Automatic (pictured above) was issued in a limited edition of 20. Dubuis also announced the Hommage Millésime collection – each year it will restore antique movement… View Article
Chanel Boy.Friend – The New Timepiece for Women
By Zahra Al-Kateb
By Zahra Al-Kateb Legendary French fashion house Chanel has released a new women’s timepiece called the Boy.Friend watch. Paying homage to the Chanel No.5 perfume bottle, the octagon shaped timepiece showcases strong lines and a signature, modern shape. Contemporary yet classic, the Boy.Friend comes in a variety of options and sizes, including 18K gold with… View Article
Sports Watches
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Ulysse Nardin joins Artemis Racing as an official partner for the 35th America’s Cup. A limited edition watch will be announced closer to the race, but the Marine Perpetual will stand in nicely for training. Athletic and elegant, an exclusive diamond setting process places the 54 baguette diamonds in the black rubber bezel. The perpetual… View Article
Lady Fabergé: The New Collection for Women
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Fabergé has launched a new and exclusive line of timepieces designed especially for women named Lady Fabergé. Boasting perfect manufacturing quality, refinement and authenticity, the collection showcases everything one would expect from a fine watchmaker. Designed for women who dare to be different, the collection is inspired by original shapes imagined by Peter Carl Fabergé… View Article
Manero ChronoPerpetual OnlyWatch 2015: A Watch Like No Other on Earth
By Zahra Al-Kateb
The traditional Lucerne brand Carl F. Bucherer has created a unique timepiece for “Only Watch 2015”: the Manero ChronoPerpetual in white gold. Limited to a single model, this watch is to be auctioned off as the culmination of a global roadshow at the “Only Watch” auction for the benefit of the Monaco Association Against Muscular… View Article
Hard Graff
By Zahra Al-Kateb
It may be more famous for its diamonds, but London-based Graff is equally serious about watches. Never one to take the easy route, when founder Laurence Graff decided to launch a watch division, he insisted on investing in the house’s own innovative movements. Since launching this first collection in 2008, Graff has explored more complex… View Article
BOVET Previews 2016 Model Lady BOVET Unique Piece
By Zahra Al-Kateb
BOVET 1822 is privileged to participate in the sixth edition of Only Watch, the biennial fine timepiece auction benefitting Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. The House of BOVET has contributed a truly unique and beautiful piece to this important cause, crafted in homage to its rich history in the watchmaking arts – The Lady BOVET. This piece… View Article
Patek Philippe Grand Exhibition Draws to a Close
By Zahra Al-Kateb
By Zahra Al-Kateb The Watch Art Patek Philippe Grand Exhibition London at The Saatchi Gallery has drawn to a close after receiving over 25,000 visitors in just seven days. The well received exhibition presented more than 15 Royal timepieces from the Patek Philippe Museum in Geneva. Visitors were able to view over 400 exceptionally crafted… View Article
Bovet Unveils The Virtuoso VII
By Zahra Al-Kateb
When Pascal Raffy, owner of BOVET 1822 and DIMIER 1738, sets out to develop a new timepiece, he strives to combine the talent of every artisan working on its design and on the manufacture of each component. This vital interaction gives rise to a host of synergies, with each craftsman’s hand enhancing the work of… View Article
Govberg Jewelers Unveils Definitive Mobile App for the Watch Enthusiast
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Govberg Jewelers today announced the release of its cutting-edge application, Govberg OnTime, the ultimate mobile companion for the modern watch enthusiast. A free download, Govberg OnTime unites real-time news feeds from industry-leading media sources with utilities for enthusiasts to manage personal watch collections, and a streamlined interface for buying, selling and trading new and pre-owned timepieces. With a sleek… View Article
Brikk Unveils Diamond-Studded Apple Watch
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Luxury design company Brikk is offering pre-orders on their 24-karat gold diamond encrusted Apple Watches. Similar to Apple, Brikk divides its lineup into various tiers, including the Lux Watch Deluxe and Lux Watch Omni. The Lux Watch Deluxe is covered with 2.0 – 2.3 carats of diamonds on the side, buttons and strap clasp and… View Article
Gucci Timepieces and will.i.am Announce Partnership with Smart-Watch
By Zahra Al-Kateb
2015 is fast becoming the year of the smart-watch, with Gucci Timepieces becoming the latest brand to join the trend. Partnering up with musician will.i.am’s i.am+, Gucci announced at Baselworld 2015 that the standalone watch will operate without the need for any pre-existing smartphones, setting it apart from any other smartphone and smart-watch devices on… View Article
DeWitt Unveils Extraordinary Automatic Watch
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Entirely designed and hand-assembled within the Manufacture by our own master watchmakers, the Academia Mathematical watch, DeWitt’s 4th Concept Watch, is the fruit of months of research and development. DeWitt’s mystery watch concept bears witness to the passionate interest in mathematics shown by its founder, Jérôme de Witt. Far removed from the conventions of traditional… View Article
Trends to Watch at Baselworld 2015
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Baselworld 2015 – the world’s most highly acclaimed jewelry and watch show – is currently underway in Switzerland, showcasing the latest trends and inspiration to over 150,000 attendees. Consistently recognized as the most important marketplace for the world’s watch and jewelry industry, Baselworld brings together leading prestigious designers and new emerging talent, with over 1,500 brands… View Article
Louis Moinet Unveils the Backstage Story of its Baselworld Novelty - Episode 1
By Neharika Padala
Each time Louis Moinet start to work on a new timepiece, the first question is always the same: would Louis Moinet be happy with it, and proud of it? And if they’re not absolutely sure that the answer is a resounding yes, they don’t go ahead. Today, they are on the verge of writing a great new chapter in… View Article
The Magic of Sunstone Makes Jaquet Droz Timepieces Sparkle
By Neharika Padala
The place is Murano. The time: the dawn of the 17th century. Just a short distance from Venice, the new European capital of art and pleasure, an artisan glass-maker accidentally lets some tiny shards of metal slip into the vitreous paste. It was, in fact, a serendipitous mistake. In this lagoon devoted heart and soul… View Article
Ermenegildo Zegna Limited Edition Honors Heritage and Excellence
By Neharika Padala
Ermenegildo Zegna reminds us once again that eternal values in our rapidly changing and increasingly impermanent world are to be cherished. Five years have passed since in 2010, the year of Zegna’s centenary, two long established family companies, Ermenegildo Zegna and Girard Perregaux, embarked on a journey to make the most elegant timepieces by combining… View Article
BIG BANG UNICO Bracelet Now Available With Interchangeable Metal Bracelet
By Neharika Padala
In 2005, Hublot launched its first BIG BANG model, a stylish, sporty chronograph with a new, original case design enabling a fusion of materials. This brand new concept resulted in an iconic watch whose aesthetic and technical innovations made watchmaking history. In 2013, the original BIG BANG was modified to house the proprietary UNICO movement,… View Article
DeWitt Unveils Academia Grand Tourbillon Watch
By Neharika Padala
DeWitt is unveiling its latest technical innovation, the Academia Grand Tourbillon watch, a limited edition of 99 pieces, entirely conceived and assembled at the DeWitt Manufacture by its own master watchmakers. This new Academia creation houses the calibre DW 8030, developed from the DW 8028 movement, the Manufacture’s first 100% in-house manually-wound tourbillon movement, first presented… View Article
Patravi ScubaTec: Adventure with Style
By Neharika Padala
Carl F. Bucherer positions the successful Patravi ScubaTec diver’s watch in a new dimension: the sporty, eye-catching case is now available in gleaming rose gold, a combination that radiates style and dynamism. Launched as part of the Patravi collection in 2014, the Patravi ScubaTec diver’s watch, with its sporty, functional design has been a resounding… View Article
BOVET Introduces Amadeo Convertible Case Concept
By Neharika Padala
At its annual Salon in 2010, BOVET 1822 caused a sensation by unveiling the Amadeo® convertible case concept. This ingenious system enables a BOVET timepiece to be transformed from a wristwatch to a pocket watch, a pendant watch, a reversed timepiece or a desk clock without the use of a single tool. The event was… View Article
Making Light and Money from the Swiss Currency Crisis
By Neharika Padala
Yvan Arpa may best known for using salvaged steel and coal from the RMS Titantic to launch a tribute watch when he was CEO of Romain Jerome. He also produced a tourbillon watch, a complication designed to improve accuracy of mechanical watch timekeeping, with no hands. Since launching his own company Artya he has presented… View Article
An Open Letter To The President Of The Swiss National Bank...
By Neharika Padala
Over the 14 years we have been publishing Elite Traveler I have come to admire the craft of making watches and the passionate people involved in it. Yesterday’s news that the Swiss National Bank released the Swiss Franc against outside currencies is expected to make life a bit more difficult for the watch industry. Below is… View Article
Limited Time By Elizabeth Doerr
By Neharika Padala
Two traditional brands have released extremely limited editions of uniquely artistic timepieces. What clues are there in these latest artisan offerings from Hermès and Vacheron Constantin as to the future direction of haute horology? HERMÈS ARCEAU MILLEFIORI When you look at the dial of the Hermès Arceau Millefiori, you might think spring has started blooming on your wrist. But you might also be shocked… View Article
New Addition To The Christophe Claret Collection Launched At The Geneva Exhibition
By Neharika Padala
Christophe Claret is pleased to present X-TREM-1 Blue at the brand’s exhibition at the Four Seasons hotel in Geneva from the 18th to the 22nd of January, 2015. This timepiece features a white gold and grade 5 titanium case treated with slate blue PVD, plus a matching marine blue alligator-skin strap. The X-TREM-1 has become one of… View Article
Hautlence World Tour Exhibition Stops Off In Hong Kong
By Neharika Padala
Following an exciting recent second leg of its CROSS THE LINE World Tour in Singapore, the third stop was held in Hong Kong on December 12th and 13th. Organised in collaboration with Hong Kong retail partners Prince and Oriental, the event was attended by Georges-Henri Meylan, President, MELB Holding; Guillaume Tetu, CEO, HAUTLENCE; and Bertrand… View Article
GREUBEL FORSEY Launches Pre-SIHH 2015 GMT Black
By Neharika Padala
Greubel Forsey is pleased to announce the launch of its pre-SIHH 2015 GMT Black timepiece, exploring a new design with a titanium case and treated with vacuum deposited ADLC. This is a unique edition of 22 pieces worldwide. The timepiece features a 43.5 mm case, housing a GF05 in house movement with 24 second tourbillon… View Article
Wear Napoleon's DNA in DeWitt Watches
By Neharika Padala
A historic sale of the private collection of HRH Prince Louis II of Monaco, the great-grandfather of HRH Prince Albert of Monaco, was held in Fontainebleau on 16th November this year. At the sale, Viviane de Witt, CEO of the DeWitt company, acquired two lots containing strands of the Emperor’s hair, with the intention of… View Article
The Show Goes On: Backes & Strauss and the English National Ballet to Continue Partnership
By Chris
Backes & Strauss, the world’s oldest diamond company (est. 1789), has announced that its partnership with the English National Ballet is to continue for a second year. Tamara Rojo, Artistic Director of the English National Ballet, will become a brand ambassador. Rojo’s endorsement of the beautiful Victoria Collection in 2013 marked the genesis of the… View Article
The Venturer Small Seconds Wins "Watch Of The Year" Prize
By Neharika Padala
On October 24th, 2014, watchmaking professionals came together for a special awards evening in honour of the “Watch of the Year 2014” prize winners. Competing against around forty other models nominated for the award, the Venturer Small Seconds by H. Moser & Cie. was ranked in 2nd place. The “Watch of the Year 2014” awards… View Article
IWC Schaffhausen Auctions Exclusive Watch To Raise Funds for Children's Hospital
By Neharika Padala
A rare model from Swiss luxury watch manufacturer IWC Schaffhausen was among the exclusive timepieces sold at the Important Watches auction held by Sotheby’s Geneva.The Pilot’s Watch Chronograph Edition “The Last Flight” in platinum went under the hammer for CHF 40,000. The entire proceeds will benefit the Antoine de Saint-Exupéry Youth Foundation, which will use them to provide financial support… View Article
Jaquet Droz Reveals His Passion For The Art of Dance
By Neharika Padala
Stéphanie Barba’s intensely full and varied life is impossible to sum up in a few lines. She was born with a gift: she could draw. Everything she sees has a rhythm that passes from eye to hand, and the end result is a drawing, a watercolor, a charcoal sketch. As a watercolorist, she looked out… View Article
Hublot Launches The King Power "Los Angeles Lakers" Watch
By Neharika Padala
Last night, luxury Swiss watch brand Hublot celebrated the launch of its first timepiece with the Los Angeles Lakers – the King Power “Los Angeles Lakers” – the Official Watch of LA’s famed basketball team. Lakers star player and Hublot Brand Ambassador, Kobe Bryant, joined in the celebration with Hublot Partners John and Greg Simonian… View Article
Seven Years A Secret
By Neharika Padala
Writing for The New York Times, Victoria Gomelsky described it as “the most complex wristwatch the firm has ever produced.” That the newspaper was giving column inches to a new watch not made by Apple, albeit in the Fashion & Style section, heightened the gravity of the occasion. Elite Traveler Contributor Elizabeth Doerr put it this way: … View Article
MB&F Introduces the HM6 'Space Pirate'
By Neharika Padala
MB&F has launched Horological Machine No.6, aka HM6 ‘Space Pirate’. The luxury watch manufacturer describes it as “our craziest, most complex machine to date”. The solid titanium case takes its cues from the Japanese sci-fi childhood cartoons, combined with the organic curves of ‘biomorphic’ industrial design from the 1970s. The result is a case that ignores… View Article
Bossi Named Shreve, Crump & Low President
By Neharika Padala
Adam Bossi’s entrée into the business of fine timepieces and jewelry consisted of keeping watch over them as a part-time security officer at Alpha Omega Jewelers in his native Boston while going to school. He returns to Boston as President of the venerable Shreve, Crump & Low, a firm that dates its founding to 1796…. View Article
Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève Presents 2014 Awards
By Neharika Padala
On Friday October 31st, in the Grand Théâtre de Genève, the 14th Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) prize-giving ceremony took place. For elite traveler watch fans, the official release: The international jury of this edition 2014 of the GPHG handed out 16 prizes, including the supreme “Aiguille d’Or”, distinction, awarded to Breguet for the… View Article
IWC Schaffhausen’s Pilot's Watch Chronograph Edition “The Last Flight” In Platinum To Be Auctioned At Sotheby's
By Neharika Padala
This November, during its sale of Important Watches, Sotheby’s Geneva will proudly offer for sale a special limited edition watch from the celebrated Swiss luxury watch manufacturer IWC Schaffhausen. The Pilot’s Watch Chronograph Edition “The Last Flight” (Ref. IW388005) has been designed to commemorate 70 years since the tragic death of celebrated writer and pilot Antoine de Saint-Exupéry…. View Article
Mr Brainwash Pays A Visit To Hublot
By Neharika Padala
At the centre of the projects is a meeting with Hublot CEO Ricardo Guadalupe for the opening of the Hublot boutique in Miami’s Arts District during its Contemporary Art week, which takes place at the start of December. He is the artist behind Madonna’s Celebration album cover. He has worked with the Red Hot Chili… View Article
Christophe Claret Delivers The First Margot Timepieces
By Neharika Padala
“He loves me, he loves me not.” What hopeless romantic hasn’t ever picked the petals off a daisy to discover how their sweetheart feels about them? This classic conundrum comes to life on Margot, the first Christophe Claret complication specifically developed for women. Debuting at Baselworld this past spring, the elegant Margot has already conquered… View Article
DeWitt Unveils Two New Jewelry Versions from Alma Collection
By Neharika Padala
The DeWitt Manufacture unveils the two new jewelry versions of its Alma Collection, in 18-carat pink or white gold set with diamonds. The Alma watch stands out for its harmonious oval case, a profile that is slightly cambered so as to fit perfectly the shape of the wrist, and of course the sculpted forms of… View Article
Discover The 1770 Steel With Openwork Skeleton Dial from Manufacture Royale
By Neharika Padala
Named 1770 after the year Manufacture Royale was founded, this timepiece newly embodies the daring and excellence which define the Manufacture. Its restrained and thoughtfully elaborated form is the continuation of a generous and creative style, though contours have been softened and remodelled to propose a watch that is both sober and contemporary. Entirely developed… View Article
Manufacture Royale Introduces The 1770 Rose Gold & Diamonds Watch
By Neharika Padala
Named 1770 after the year Manufacture Royale was founded, this timepiece newly embodies the daring and excellence which define the Manufacture. Its restrained and thoughtfully elaborated form is the continuation of a generous and creative style, though contours have been softened and remodelled to propose a watch that is both sober and contemporary. Entirely developed… View Article
Shinola Launches Limited Edition Henry Ford Pocket Watch
By Neharika Padala
This Friday, Shinola launches The Henry Ford™ Limited Edition Pocket Watch, created to honor Henry Ford’s incredible contribution to America’s history of innovation and industry. This handcrafted pocket watch is the second timepiece in The Great Americans Series—a collection of limited edition watches that pays homage to the titans and icons that not only changed… View Article
John Hardy Launches HK-Exclusive Cinta Bamboo Panda Pendants
By Neharika Padala
John Hardy, Sustainable Luxury™ pioneer renowned for its handmade designer jewelry, will launch three one-of-a-kind pendant necklaces specially designed for Hong Kong for its haute joaillerie collection, Cinta. These will be sold exclusively at John Hardy’s flagship boutique at Landmark. The collection features three playful pandas, handcrafted in white gold with eyes set with black diamonds; set against… View Article
Blancpain presents the Blancpain Ocean Commitment
By Neharika Padala
On October 9, Blancpain and Marc A. Hayek, its President & CEO, welcomed dignitaries, friends of the brand, the press, and Blancpain’s partners in the crusade to preserve and protect the world’s oceans as well as to increase public awareness through ocean exploration, to Cap d’Antibes for an evening devoted to presenting Blancpain’s Ocean Commitment…. View Article
Glashütte Original Celebrates Launch of Its New Chronograph
By Neharika Padala
To celebrate the launch of its most recent masterpiece the Saxon watchmaker Glashütte Original invited guests to an exclusive evening of technological sophistication and timeless elegance. More than 120 guests, among them numerous business partners, customers, journalists and friends of the brand, accepted the invitation to join the celebration in the QF quarter near Dresden’s Frauenkirche. Star of the show… View Article
Carl F. Bucherer Officially Partners with 'John Wick' Movie Premiere
By Neharika Padala
Successful stunt action designers David Leitch and Chad Stahelski, Friends of the Brand of the Swiss watchmaker Carl F. Bucherer, are the filmmakers of the high-voltage, action thriller ‘John Wick’. The film is packed with breathtaking stunts, thrilling suspense and an A-list cast starring Keanu Reeves, Willem Dafoe and Daniel Bernhardt. The U.S. premiere was… View Article
Ferrari celebrates 60 Years in the USA in Los Angeles
By Neharika Padala
This weekend was the perfect occasion to introduce the Hublot Big Bang “Ferrari Limited Edition 60th anniversary in North America” timepiece as Ferrari celebrated its 60th anniversary in America with a series of events to mark this historic milestone. Swiss luxury watch brand Hublot – Official Watch and Official Timekeeper of Ferrari and Scuderia Ferrari… View Article
Launch of New Chronograph From Glashütte Original Begins
By Neharika Padala
Excitement ran high at the Baselworld fair earlier this year when Glashütte Original introduced its newly developed integrated chronograph. Now the launch of the new Calibre 37 has begun, with the debut of two exquisite new models at once: the elegant Senator Chronograph Panorama Date and the sporty Seventies Chronograph Panorama Date. Both models will be available first in… View Article
Christophe Claret Delivers The First Margot Timepieces
By Neharika Padala
“He loves me, he loves me not.” What hopeless romantic hasn’t ever picked the petals off a daisy to discover how their sweetheart feels about them? This classic conundrum comes to life on Margot, the first Christophe Claret complication specifically developed for women. Debuting at Baselworld this past spring, the elegant Margot has already conquered… View Article
Baume & Mercier Celebrates 'Moments'
By Neharika Padala
Swiss watchmaker Baume & Mercier’s slogan is “Life is about moments,” while More Magazine bills itself as the source for “Simple Secrets Of Gorgeous Women.” So perhaps it wasn’t surprising that the two joined together at Saks Fifth Avenue in New York City to celebrate the magazine’s “More Than Just a Beauty” search that whittled down… View Article
Jaquet Droz: Lady 8 Shiny
By Neharika Padala
The figure eight, Jaquet Droz’s lucky number, has been regarded as the ultimate touchstone by the watchmaker from La Chaux-de-Fonds since the Age of Enlightenment. Making its first appearance in Jaquet Droz collection in 2013, the Lady 8 is today a symbolic feminine timepiece and a highly precious jewel. While the Lady 8’s general architecture… View Article
IWC Schaffhausen Unveils New Special Edition to Mark the Start of the Volvo Ocean Race
By Neharika Padala
The Volvo Ocean Race is back. From the start in Alicante in October 2014 to the final destination in Gothenburg in June 2015, seven teams will be battling for victory under the most extreme conditions. IWC Schaffhausen will be at the heart of the world’s toughest offshore race as Official Timekeeper for the second time, and celebrates the… View Article
First Class Gent & First Class Lady Open Heart Collection Unveiled By Perrelet
By Neharika Padala
A passion for timeless watchmaking and meticulous techniques have jointly inspired the PERRELET watchmakers in creating the new First Class Open Heart collection, a fresh new expression of simplicity enriching the brand’s hallmark First Class collection. The Open Heart model expresses Perrelet’s longstanding attachment to traditional horology, enhanced by an unmistakably modern touch. The brand… View Article
HYT Opens Its Doors in Asia
By Neharika Padala
Independent Swiss luxury watch brand HYT has established a Singapore hub after its arrival to the scene with revolutionary fluidic technology and stratospheric growth. Launched in 2012 The Hydro Mechanical Horologists revolutionised the horlogical market with the use of game changing fluid technology that unites mechanics and liquid within a wristwatch. The use of hydro mechanics… View Article
Laurent Ferrier Introduces The Galet Traveller USA Enamel Dial
By Neharika Padala
For this special limited edition, LAURENT FERRIER decided to pay a tribute to the USA as it offers a special enamel dial featuring the United States of America. The outline of the USA territory is formed using the technique of cloisonné champlevé that refers to an area hollowed out in a sheet of white gold,… View Article
RJ-Romain Jerome Steampunk Full Red: Lavishly lifted
By Neharika Padala
RJ-Romain Jerome introduces a mirror polished gold version of its original emblematic Steampunk timepiece. Lifted in sumptuous red gold, the automatic and chronograph models are inspired by the brand’s signature aesthetic codes combined with a retro-futuristic design. Both editions are housed in a black PVD-coated steel 50 mm case. The bezel, lugs, crown, hour, minute… View Article
Franck Muller Presents The Opera Collection
By Neharika Padala
The brand Franck Muller is proud to extend the lady range with the Opera Collection, a new line placed under the sign of elegance and refinement. Crafted from rose gold and white gold, the two versions are available either with a stunning mother-of-pearl dial or a blazing flame dial. The version in mother-of-pearl is the result of… View Article
H. Moser & Cie: Venturer Small Seconds Bucherer Edition
By Neharika Padala
Master watchmaker Heinrich Moser was also an enlightened man of business, an astute entrepreneur and an industrial pioneer. Using his entrepreneurial spirit, he further evolved the watchmaking craft that he had practised in Schaffhausen, his home town, putting in place a truly international service and importantly, a network of specialist retailers. A long-term partner of… View Article
H. Moser & Cie: The Venturer Tourbillon Dual Time
By Neharika Padala
H. Moser & Cie. exhibits entrepreneurial flair with the creation of the Venturer Tourbillon Dual Time, an elegant watch bringing together very rare elements. The automatic manufacture calibre HMC 802 uses the first tourbillon ever developed by H. Moser & Cie. This tourbillon is like no other thanks to two ingenious features invented by H…. View Article
Backes & Strauss Pop-Up ‘in Full Bloom’ at Harrods London
By Neharika Padala
The world’s oldest diamond company is delighted to announce its new pop-up exhibition featuring the Harrods Princess pièce unique and a stunning floral clock in the Fine Watch Room of Harrods for the month of October 2014. The centrepiece on display is the Harrods Princess, a one-of-a-kind timepiece crafted exclusively for the Harrods Biennale des… View Article
Glashütte Original Presents Stylish Companion For The Cold Time Of Year
By Neharika Padala
The air is growing colder and the days shorter as the leaves on the trees change color, trading their fulsome green for warm, golden hues: the first signs of autumn reveal their most attractive features and announce the beginning of the cold time of year. The exclusive timepieces from Glashütte Original make it easier, however, to bid… View Article
GRAHAM Release The Moon Watch
By Neharika Padala
Celestial mechanics have been a major scientific quest for centuries as well as a constant source of fascination and inspiration for mankind. Our senses are aroused as we gaze at the celestial mystery and serene beauty of the Moon. “The Moon has a face like the clock in the hall” wrote Robert Louis Stevenson in one… View Article
RJ-Romain Jerome SPACE INVADERS® 40: Next Level
By Neharika Padala
Do you remember the 1980’s? Big hair, shoulder pads and of course – arcade fever! Inspired by this timeless era, Romain Jerome has immortalized the icons of the 80’s with its Games-DNA collection and introduces the “Next Level” to the Space Invaders® collection with a new 40 mm version of this generational timepiece. In collaboration… View Article
Time for life: NOMOS Glashütte for Doctors Without Borders/ Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
By Neharika Padala
With six limited edition timepieces, NOMOS Glashütte is combining fine watchmaking with fundraising to support the Nobel Peace Prize winning organization’s humanitarian aid efforts Glashütte, September 2014. “Charity wherever possible is a duty,” the German Enlightenment philosopher Kant once stated. We take helping the victims of drought, war, and famine as a duty too. This is why NOMOS Glashütte has… View Article
At Jaquet Droz, The Ateliers D'art Answer To Elegance Alone
By Neharika Padala
To pursue the mineral theme dear to Jaquet Droz, onyx was a natural choice. The brand unveils a set of accessories comprising a pair of cufflinks in stainless steel and onyx, coupled with a palladium-plated and black resin pen with retractable clip and tip mechanism. Black – the most potent of colors, but also the… View Article
For Greubel, Forsey and Wigan, A Large Challenge Over Small Things
By Neharika Padala
In hindsight, it shouldn’t be a surprise that Willard Wigan, famous for creating the world’s smallest sculptures, would end up partnering with watch wizards Robert Greubel and Stephen Forsey. Last night at Trinity House, the gallery with locations in London, New York, and The Cotswold, was the Gotham venue for what is called, “Artistic co-creation… View Article
The Frederique Constant Slimline Moonphase Ladies Collection
By Neharika Padala
The 2014 Slimline Moonphase Ladies Collection features no fewer than six brand new models, each more beautiful than the last, but at prices that may leave you wondering, “How can they do that?”. Every model in the range is powered by the FC-206 quartz caliber five-jewel movement. The 30 mm steel case will attract the… View Article
The Döttling Integrior: A World Premiere That Shines While Hidden
By Neharika Padala
Döttling safes are representative works of art. With their incomparable design, they adorn any room and make an impressive statement whenever aesthetics are concerned. The latest product from our manufactory, however, shines while hidden – yet no less brightly. Integrior – the first luxury safe drawer in the world that can be individually integrated! The starting point… View Article
Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve Artistic Crafts Category
By Neharika Padala
By Zahra Al-Kateb The 14th Edition of the Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve is under way, and this year no less than 72 pre selected watches will be running to win the “Aiguille d’Or” Grand Prix. With this year’s GPHG attracting record participation, all major watch groups are being represented, along with a number of independent… View Article
Glashütte Original Welcomes 28 New Apprentices Once More
By Neharika Padala
This year Glashütte Original welcomed 28 new students again for their apprenticeship at the “Alfred Helwig” School of Watchmaking. In 2013, Glashütte Original already offered 28 apprenticeships, nearly doubling the available places. Altogether – the classes in their second and third year of study included – the Saxon watchmaker is currently training more than 70 students. With the increasing… View Article
BOVET Raises $1.5 Million At Sponsored Event for APJ
By Zahra Al-Kateb
This year’s event included a beautiful sit-down dinner at the spectacular Casa Loma, operated by Liberty Entertainment Group. Seated under the September night sky, the castle was the perfect backdrop to an evening that saw Madeleine Stowe and Toronto philanthropist Kate Daniels each pledging $50,000 to APJ for the next five years. Mr. Raffy addressed… View Article
A Fashionable Slam Dunk! Hublot Launches The Classic Fusion With Dwyane Wade
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Last night, luxury Swiss watch brand Hublot celebrated the launch of its latest timepiece with Brand Ambassador, Dwyane Wade. The Classic Fusion Dwyane Wade is the famed basketball star’s second edition with Hublot, following the successful launch of the sporty King Power “D-Wade” in 2011. A departure from his first athletic timepiece, the Classic Fusion… View Article
Timeless Elegance And Innovative Technology: Arnold & Son's TE8 Tourbillon
By Zahra Al-Kateb
True to English watchmaking heritage, Arnold & Son unveils two new references of its TE8 Tourbillon, with the hand-finished A&S8000 calibre. This defining timepiece heralds in the Royal Collection that combines classic styling with leading-edge technology. The tourbillon is one of the most elegant and inspired complications in the history of watchmaking. As simple in… View Article
Timeless Elegance And Innovative Technology: Arnold & Son's TE8 Tourbillon
By Neharika Padala
The tourbillon is one of the most elegant and inspired complications in the history of watchmaking. As simple in principle as it is difficult to make, the mechanism was designed to eliminate the errors of rate caused by gravity on a pocket watch carried in a vertical position. Weighing mere fractions of a gram, it… View Article
Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve Jewelry Category
By Zahra Al-Kateb
By Zahra Al-Kateb The 14th Edition of the Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve is under way, and this year no less than 72 pre selected watches will be running to win the “Aiguille d’Or” Grand Prix. With this year’s GPHG attracting record participation, all major watch groups are being represented, along with a number of independent… View Article
Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve Sports Category
By Zahra Al-Kateb
By Zahra Al-Kateb The 14th Edition of the Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve is under way, and this year no less than 72 pre selected watches will be running to win the “Aiguille d’Or” Grand Prix. With this year’s GPHG attracting record participation, all major watch groups are being represented, along with a number of independent… View Article
TW Steel Announces Partnership with VR|46 Brand Launches Two New Watch Collections
By Zahra Al-Kateb
TW Steel is delighted to announce a brand new partnership with VR|46, the lifestyle brand created by MotoGPT legend and current Movistar Yamaha MotoGP rider Valentino Rossi. Friday’s announcement, timed to coincide with the ‘Grand Prix of Misano’, hosted at the Marco Simoncelli Misano Circuit, showcased the first fruits of the relationship between TW Steel… View Article
TW Steel Announces Partnership with VR|46 Brand Launches Two New Watch Collections
By Neharika Padala
TW Steel is delighted to announce a brand new partnership with VR|46, the lifestyle brand created by MotoGPT legend and current Movistar Yamaha MotoGP rider Valentino Rossi. Friday’s announcement, timed to coincide with the ‘Grand Prix of Misano’, hosted at the Marco Simoncelli Misano Circuit, showcased the first fruits of the relationship between TW Steel… View Article
Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve "Petite Aiguille" Category
By Zahra Al-Kateb
By Zahra Al-Kateb The 14th Edition of the Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve is under way, and this year no less than 72 pre selected watches will be running to win the “Aiguille d’Or” Grand Prix. With this year’s GPHG attracting record participation, all major watch groups are being represented, along with a number of independent… View Article
Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve "Petite Aiguille" Category
By Neharika Padala
By Zahra Al-Kateb The 14th Edition of the Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve is under way, and this year no less than 72 pre selected watches will be running to win the “Aiguille d’Or” Grand Prix. With this year’s GPHG attracting record participation, all major watch groups are being represented, along with a number of independent… View Article
Two Christophe Claret's Timepieces Preselected At Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève 2014
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Christophe Claret are proud to announce that two timepieces – Margot and Soprano – have been preselected by the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) 2014 jury ahead of next month’s prize-giving ceremony. Margot has been preselected in the top 6 watches in the “Ladies’ High-Mech” category; Soprano in the top 6 watches in the category… View Article
Two Christophe Claret's Timepieces Preselected At Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève 2014
By Neharika Padala
Christophe Claret are proud to announce that two timepieces – Margot and Soprano – have been preselected by the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) 2014 jury ahead of next month’s prize-giving ceremony. Margot has been preselected in the top 6 watches in the “Ladies’ High-Mech” category; Soprano in the top 6 watches in the category… View Article
H. Moser & Cie. Endeavour Dual Time Special Edition
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Based in Schaffhausen, Switzerland, the prestigious independent watchmaker H. Moser & Cie. has long been favoured by professionals looking for authentic watchmaking craftsmanship and understated aesthetics. H. Moser & Cie. takes pride in making exceptional timepieces that fuse modern and traditional techniques, and even more so in the fact that all movements in H. Moser… View Article
H. Moser & Cie. Endeavour Dual Time Special Edition
By Neharika Padala
Based in Schaffhausen, Switzerland, the prestigious independent watchmaker H. Moser & Cie. has long been favoured by professionals looking for authentic watchmaking craftsmanship and understated aesthetics. H. Moser & Cie. takes pride in making exceptional timepieces that fuse modern and traditional techniques, and even more so in the fact that all movements in H. Moser… View Article
Icelink Partners with Musika Frère
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Musika Frère has quickly become the leading force is luxury menswear by Davidson Petit-Frère, a men’s fashion designer from New York with business partner Aleks Musika, a former Miami Ambassador for Tom Ford men’s suits. Icelink have teamed up with Musika Frère for their fall lookbook. Both Icelink and MF aim to provide innovative items for… View Article
Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve Mechanical Exception Category
By Zahra Al-Kateb
By Zahra Al-Kateb The 14th Edition of the Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve is under way, and this year no less than 72 pre selected watches will be running to win the “Aiguille d’Or” Grand Prix. With this year’s GPHG attracting record participation, all major watch groups are being represented, along with a number of independent… View Article
Jaquet Droz To Reveal 275 Years Of Heritage With An Exhibit In Las Vegas
By Zahra Al-Kateb
As part of a world tour to celebrate 275 years of history, Jaquet Droz brings the Enchanted Journey Exhibit this fall to The Shops at Crystals in Las Vegas. The exhibition will be held in front of the Tourbillon Boutique. After tremendous success in Moscow, Basel, Shanghai, Hong Kong and Macau, the Jaquet Droz masterpieces… View Article
Jaquet Droz: A Revolution For The Grande Seconde
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Jaquet Droz has written a new chapter in the story of the Grande Seconde by incorporating a silicon balance spring in the escapement of its movement and rethinking its aesthetic aspect. The Grande Seconde Quantième, launched in 2011 and inspired by one of the brand’s legendary models, reveals a new face and movement this year,… View Article
Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve Striking Category
By Zahra Al-Kateb
By Zahra Al-Kateb The 14th Edition of the Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve is under way, and this year no less than 72 pre selected watches will be running to win the “Aiguille d’Or” Grand Prix. With this year’s GPHG attracting record participation, all major watch groups are being represented, along with a number of independent… View Article
Sporty and Refined: The BOVET Saguaro Sportster 46 Chronograph
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Both sporty and refined, the BOVET Saguaro Sportster 46 Chronograph is a perfect holiday gift idea. These self-winding timepieces are designed for the active lifestyle or weekend wear. In keeping with its reputation as a manufacturer of luxury in its truest sense, BOVET has spared no detail, endowing each iteration of the Saguaro Sportster with… View Article
Casio G-Shock Unveils A Basel Special Limited Edition MT-G Timepiece
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Casio America, Inc. is proud to announce the release of a prestigious addition to the MT-G- Metal Twisted G SHOCK timepiece collection – Basel Special Limited Edition. The new sophisticated style (MTGS1000BS-1A) offers G-SHOCK performance and technology with the in compromised quality and detail of a luxury accessory. Key Features: Completely refined G-SHOCK series crafted at Casio’s Yamagata factory in Japan for… View Article
Opera Sensation Carly Paoli Becomes Bedat & Co. ‘Mezzo Soprano in Residence’
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Swiss luxury timepiece brand Bedat & Co. is delighted to announce it has appointed British Mezzo Soprano Carly Paoli, as a brand Ambassador. Classically-trained Miss Paoli, 25, who has performed for the Royal families of Monaco and Malaysia, joins an inspiring line-up of ambassadors including Dutch Supermodel & US Reality TV Star Yolanda Foster and… View Article
Opera Sensation Carly Paoli Becomes Bedat & Co. ‘Mezzo Soprano in Residence’
By Neharika Padala
Swiss luxury timepiece brand Bedat & Co. is delighted to announce it has appointed British Mezzo Soprano Carly Paoli, as a brand Ambassador. Classically-trained Miss Paoli, 25, who has performed for the Royal families of Monaco and Malaysia, joins an inspiring line-up of ambassadors including Dutch Supermodel & US Reality TV Star Yolanda Foster and… View Article
Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve Calender Category
By Zahra Al-Kateb
By Zahra Al-Kateb The 14th Edition of the Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve is under way, and this year no less than 72 pre selected watches will be running to win the “Aiguille d’Or” Grand Prix. With this year’s GPHG attracting record participation, all major watch groups are being represented, along with a number of independent… View Article
Discover The New Chapter Two Classique Collection
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve Tourbillon Category
By Zahra Al-Kateb
By Zahra Al-Kateb The 14th Edition of the Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve is under way, and this year no less than 72 pre selected watches will be running to win the “Aiguille d’Or” Grand Prix. With this year’s GPHG attracting record participation, all major watch groups are being represented, along with a number of independent… View Article
Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve Chronograph Category
By Zahra Al-Kateb
By Zahra Al-Kateb The 14th Edition of the Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve is under way, and this year no less than 72 pre selected watches will be running to win the “Aiguille d’Or” Grand Prix. With this year’s GPHG attracting record participation, all major watch groups are being represented, along with a number of independent… View Article
GRAHAM Introduce Chronofighter Oversize Black Arrow
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Service number, rank and full name if you do not mind! You are about to integrate the Black Arrow mission. Sophistically dressed with a tasteful blend of military camouflage, this is the triumphant story of the trendy Chronofighter Oversize Black Arrow collection. The black PVD chronograph series features a plain carbon trigger and a telemeter function… View Article
H. Moser & Cie. Honors Henri Moser
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Heinrich Moser was one of the greatest Swiss entrepreneurs and industrialists of the 19th century. His son, Henri, inherited his father’s entrepreneurial spirit and insatiable curiosity. Like Heinrich, Henri was fascinated by Eastern cultures. Following in his footsteps, he travelled the world and collected more than 4,500 works of art and rare objects. In 1914… View Article
H. Moser & Cie. Honors Henri Moser
By Neharika Padala
Heinrich Moser was one of the greatest Swiss entrepreneurs and industrialists of the 19th century. His son, Henri, inherited his father’s entrepreneurial spirit and insatiable curiosity. Like Heinrich, Henri was fascinated by Eastern cultures. Following in his footsteps, he travelled the world and collected more than 4,500 works of art and rare objects. In 1914… View Article
Blancpain: A brand-new Chronographe Pulsomètre
By Zahra Al-Kateb
This timepiece from the Villeret collection is welcoming a brand-new self-winding movement this year, beating at a rate of 36,000 vibrations per hour (5 Hz) and equipped with a flyback chronograph function. Moreover, for the very first time, it also displays a pulsometer function serving to check a heart rate quickly and easily. This new… View Article
Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve Men's Category
By Zahra Al-Kateb
By Zahra Al-Kateb The 14th Edition of the Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve is under way, and this year no less than 72 pre selected watches will be running to win the “Aiguille d’Or” Grand Prix. With this year’s GPHG attracting record participation, all major watch groups are being represented, along with a number of independent… View Article
Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve Men's Category
By Neharika Padala
By Zahra Al-Kateb The 14th Edition of the Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve is under way, and this year no less than 72 pre selected watches will be running to win the “Aiguille d’Or” Grand Prix. With this year’s GPHG attracting record participation, all major watch groups are being represented, along with a number of independent… View Article
Maurice Lacroix Launches "How-To" Campaign
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Maurice Lacroix announced its new communications campaign: How-To, this campaign is an innovative and progressive way of showcasing its watches, their complications and how they work by revealing them in their own specific environment. These eight informative videos show the watches presented by a watchmaking professional, accompanied by superb atmospheric photos. http://youtu.be/pMHs1Mw_nrQ?list=PL6_niRMXlNgJSPtiKGLCempG_1Kp8GG8L In these eight… View Article
Maurice Lacroix Launches "How-To" Campaign
By Neharika Padala
Maurice Lacroix announced its new communications campaign: How-To, this campaign is an innovative and progressive way of showcasing its watches, their complications and how they work by revealing them in their own specific environment. These eight informative videos show the watches presented by a watchmaking professional, accompanied by superb atmospheric photos. http://youtu.be/pMHs1Mw_nrQ?list=PL6_niRMXlNgJSPtiKGLCempG_1Kp8GG8L In these eight… View Article
Backes & Strauss and Gemfields Partner to Create a Diamond and Emerald 'Pièce Unique' Watch For Harrods
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Backes & Strauss, the world’s oldest diamond company and Gemfields, the leading supplier of responsibly sourced coloured gemstones, partner to create a diamond and emerald ‘pièce unique’ watch for Harrods’ Biennale des Antiquaires. The Harrods Princess, made exclusively for the famed luxury department store, is hand-set with 80 Gemfields Zambian emeralds and 241 natural diamonds for a… View Article
Backes & Strauss and Gemfields Partner to Create a Diamond and Emerald 'Pièce Unique' Watch For Harrods
By Neharika Padala
Backes & Strauss, the world’s oldest diamond company and Gemfields, the leading supplier of responsibly sourced coloured gemstones, partner to create a diamond and emerald ‘pièce unique’ watch for Harrods’ Biennale des Antiquaires. The Harrods Princess, made exclusively for the famed luxury department store, is hand-set with 80 Gemfields Zambian emeralds and 241 natural diamonds for a… View Article
Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve Ladies' High Mech Category
By Zahra Al-Kateb
The 14th Edition of the Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve is under way, and this year no less than 72 pre selected watches will be running to win the “Aiguille d’Or” Grand Prix. With this year’s GPHG attracting record participation, all major watch groups are being represented, along with a number of independent companies. Vote for… View Article
Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve Ladies' High Mech Category
By Neharika Padala
The 14th Edition of the Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve is under way, and this year no less than 72 pre selected watches will be running to win the “Aiguille d’Or” Grand Prix. With this year’s GPHG attracting record participation, all major watch groups are being represented, along with a number of independent companies. Vote for… View Article
A Master Watchmaker Returns to the Industry: Dominique Renaud joins HYT
By Zahra Al-Kateb
HYT CEO Vincent Perriard announced his decision to progressively introduce watchmaking teams and workshops into HYT’s new Neuchatel premises, a gain in both independence and mastery for HYT. The significant partnership with Dominique Renaud will allow both parties to further explore their passion for fine watchmaking and technology of fluids bringing evolution and new developments to the industry. To this effect,… View Article
Hautlence Celebrates Its Tenth Anniversary With Eric Cantona
By Zahra Al-Kateb
To celebrate its tenth anniversary, HAUTLENCE leverages its recent partnership with Eric Cantona in order to write a brand-new page in its history. Together, this outstanding duo have developed and designed the first HAUTLENCE chronograph, a model named INVICTUS, Morphos limited edition by Eric Cantona, which was unveiled to Swiss and European media representatives on… View Article
Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve Ladies' Category
By Zahra Al-Kateb
By Zahra Al-Kateb The 14th Edition of the Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve is under way, and this year no less than 72 pre selected watches will be running to win the “Aiguille d’Or” Grand Prix. With this year’s GPHG attracting record participation, all major watch groups are being represented, along with a number of… View Article
Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve Ladies' Category
By Neharika Padala
By Zahra Al-Kateb The 14th Edition of the Grand Prix D’Horlogerie de Geneve is under way, and this year no less than 72 pre selected watches will be running to win the “Aiguille d’Or” Grand Prix. With this year’s GPHG attracting record participation, all major watch groups are being represented, along with a number of… View Article
TW Steel Unveils Brand New Yamaha Factory Racing Line-Up
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Just as Movistar Yamaha MotoGPT continues to perform on-track this season courtesy of Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo, the team’s partnership with TW Steel keeps pace with the global lifestyle brand choosing last weekend’s British Grand Prix at Silverstone, Round 12 of the 2014 MotoGPT Championship, to unveil its latest timepieces in honour of the partnership…. View Article
Richard Mille Introduces the RM 011 Automatic Flyback Chronograph “Black Phantom”
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Richard Mille combines two new high-tech materials in the deepest shade of black to encase a new limited edition of the RM 011 Automatic Flyback Chronograph: the Black Phantom. Black TZP ceramic is extremely resistant to scratches while not being brittle. In the Black Phantom, the material is blasted to give it a matte finish,… View Article
New Blancpain boutique Opens On 5th Avenue
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Blancpain is proud to announce the opening of its boutique in the heart of Manhattan. Located on the east side of 5th avenue, half a block north of St. Patrick’s cathedral, this new boutique takes its place among an array of prestigious names and historical buildings. With a 160 square metre surface area dedicated to… View Article
GRAHAM Introduce Superlight Technology With Latest Watch
By Zahra Al-Kateb
It always starts with the lever, then the idea begins to gain momentum. A first technological challenge, then a second. GRAHAM achieved a remarkable technological timepiece which brings Superlight technology to its peak and to high-end watch making. The Chronofighter Superlight Carbon is the first Chronofighter carbon-fibre-made watch combining complex and unprecedented machining processes. The… View Article
Hublot Becomes The First Official Timekeeper of The Dallas Cowboys
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Hublot announced today an exclusive partnership with the Dallas Cowboys, making the Swiss luxury watch brand the Official Luxury Watch & Timekeeper of America’s legendary football team. Hublot CEO Ricardo Guadalupe joined together with Dallas Cowboys owner and General Manager Jerry Jones in Dallas, TX last night to kick off the start of an exciting… View Article
F.P.Journe: “lineSport” - A New Timepiece In Titanium
By Zahra Al-Kateb
New addition to the lineSport, F.P.Journe introduces the Octa Sport with a case in Titanium grade 5, high tech and ultra light material of dark grey colour with matte finishing. In a quest for performance and lightness, the movement and dial are made of aluminium alloy and this watch weighs from 60 to 70 grams… View Article
F.P.Journe – A New Dial In Gold
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Ever since François-Paul Journe created timepieces, his dream was to manufacture them in Gold. The dream became reality in 2004, and F.P.Journe is today the only watch brand to produce its movements in 18K rose Gold. Before diving in the heart of its haute horology mysterious mechanical gear trains, one discovers first their face through… View Article
First Christophe Claret Complication Developed For Women
By Zahra Al-Kateb
The tradition has since transcended time and is the perfect allegory for Christophe Claret’s desire to create a watch that is both charming and complex, the ultimate embodiment of women. As a beautiful expression of true love, Margot takes watchmaking savoir-faire and transforms it into an amorous declaration. Margot is Christophe Claret’s first ladies’ watch complication. It features… View Article
Parmigiani Fleurier Introduces Wooden Mosaic Watch
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Every year, Parmigiani Fleurier creates timepieces linked to the world of music, which represent the brand’s long-standing partnership with the Montreux Jazz Festival. These exceptional watches combine musicality and haute horlogerie in the same dial, thanks to the delicate art of marquetry which uses wooden mosaic techniques to create a unique feel for each piece. Their common signature:… View Article
Parmigiani Fleurier Release New Chevron Braided Straps
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Parmigiani Fleurier has added a new range of chevron braided straps to its collection of women’s stone-set Tonda 1950 models with Mother of Pearl dial. This touch of leather work brings the piece to life, embodying the marriage of authentic, timeless Haute Horlogerie with the elegant world of fashion, which flourishes and evolves on the ever-changing tide of… View Article
Parmigiani Fleurier And Bugatti Release Ten Year Anniversary Watch
By Zahra Al-Kateb
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the partnership, in 2014, Parmigiani Fleurier is unveiling three limited editions of the Bugatti timepiece. The brand has decided to take the iconic Bugatti 370 model, and its transverse tubular movement, as its basis. This piece, which marked the creation of the partnership in 2004, demonstrates the brand’s cutting-edge creative spirit and the quest for technical excellence which made… View Article
Arnold & Son Release Two New Versions of Ultra-Thin Tourbillon Wristwatch
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Arnold & Son extends its Instrument Collection by presenting two new versions of its UTTE tourbillon. With the A&S8200 movement measuring just 2.97 mm thick and the final cased watch a mere 8.34 mm, the UTTE is one of the thinnest tourbillon wristwatch ever produced. The calibre A&S8200 was developed designed and manufactured entirely in… View Article
Arnold & Son Release Two New Versions of Ultra-Thin Tourbillon Wristwatch
By Neharika Padala
Arnold & Son extends its Instrument Collection by presenting two new versions of its UTTE tourbillon. With the A&S8200 movement measuring just 2.97 mm thick and the final cased watch a mere 8.34 mm, the UTTE is one of the thinnest tourbillon wristwatch ever produced. The calibre A&S8200 was developed designed and manufactured entirely in… View Article
Richard Mille Chantilly Arts & Elegance to Open in September
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Richard Mille is delighted and proud to be associated with the Chantilly concours d’elegance, a contest which has breathed new life into a French tradition that first emerged in the 1920s and had threatened to disappear until now, that is… Founded by Peter Auto, the show takes place in the Chantilly gardens, close to Paris and showcases… View Article
Richard Mille Chantilly Arts & Elegance to Open in September
By Neharika Padala
Richard Mille is delighted and proud to be associated with the Chantilly concours d’elegance, a contest which has breathed new life into a French tradition that first emerged in the 1920s and had threatened to disappear until now, that is… Founded by Peter Auto, the show takes place in the Chantilly gardens, close to Paris and showcases… View Article
Style for All Seasons: The Amadeo Fleurier Virtuoso III 5-Day Tourbillon with Retrograde Perpetual Calendar
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Creativity on par with technical virtuosity: this is the Amadeo Fleurier Tourbillon Virtuoso III, this is an appropriate holiday gift for the discerning collector of rare and versatile luxuries. Featuring robust functionality, this dazzling tourbillon timepiece showcases a retrograde perpetual calendar, elegantly presented in 18k rose or white gold with black or white dial and… View Article
Jaquet Droz Releases Lady 8 Watches
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Some collaborations are more precious than others: for example, one between a passionate avant-garde watchmaker and an exceptional artist, sharing their unique vision of life and their creative history. Paillonné enameling is a marriage of azure and gold, a design of infinite delicacy, a work born of incredibly high standards. The Jaquet Droz artisans have… View Article
Richard Mille In Hong Kong for the Second Watches & Wonders
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Watches & Wonders will once again open its doors to visitors and professionals at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) from 30 September to 2 October 2014. Richard Mille is delighted to be associated with this trade fair, which is now considered to be one of the most important and influential in Asia…. View Article
TW Steel Collaborates With Dutch DJ Mitchell Niemeyer
By Zahra Al-Kateb
TW Steel’s collaboration with Dutch DJ sensation and Brand Ambassador Mitchell Niemeyer has culminated with the launch of the 26-year-old’s very own oversized timepiece.The Mitchell Niemeyer Special Edition is the very first Canteen Bracelet model sized at 45mm in the bold range from ‘The Watch in Steel’. This stunning model truly reflects the energy and… View Article
Arnold & Son Releases TE8 Métiers d'Art II
By Zahra Al-Kateb
True to its English watchmaking and handcraft heritage, Arnold & Son unveils the TE8 Métiers d’Art II, limited to only eight exclusive timepieces. Inspired by the pocket watches made during the earlier part of John Arnold’s life for King George III and the royal court, the latest addition to the Arnold & Son Royal Collection… View Article
H. Moser & Cie Releases Venturer Tourbillon Dual Time
By Zahra Al-Kateb
H. Moser & Cie. exhibits entrepreneurial flair with the creation of the Venturer Tourbillon Dual Time, an elegant watch bringing together very rare elements. The automatic manufacture calibre HMC 802 uses the first tourbillon ever developed by H. Moser & Cie. This tourbillon is like no other thanks to two ingenious features invented by H…. View Article
Vulcain Pays Tribute To 60th Anniversary of K2 Ascent
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Vulcain has always been associated with sporting achievements.Alongside supporting Real Madrid in the 30s, or sounding the underwater depths of Hannes Keller in 1961, the Manufacture has also distinguished itself when it comes to conquering mountains. This summer, the brand pays tribute to the 60th anniversary of the ascent of K2 made by 14 climbers from… View Article
Carl F. Bucherer Releases New Elegant Designs
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Carl F. Bucherer pays homage to the sophisticated, elegance of women with the new Pathos Diva. This beautiful, automatic timepiece interplays strong, bold steel and feminine, elegant 18-karat rose gold. The interaction of color brings a complexity to the design and the woman wearing it. Its strong yet feminine aesthetic make it the perfect timepiece… View Article
The House of Bovet Settles At Iconic Asprey Boutique
By Zahra Al-Kateb
It is on the 1st of May 1822 in London that the name of the Bovet House was registered for the very first time. Nearly two centuries later, Bovet is pleased to announce the signature of a highly symbolic partnership with the Asprey House that shares the same culture of true luxury and values underlined by the… View Article
Zenith Timepieces Launch Russell Westbrook Limited Edition Watch
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Zenith Timepieces CEO Aldo Magada premiered the latest Zenith timepieces and celebrated the opening of the new Zenith shop-in-shop at the Westime Boutique in West Hollywood. NBA All-Star and Zenith Brand Ambassador Russell Westbrook was there for the debut of the Russell Westbrook Limited Edition Pilot Type 20 Annual Calendar. The watch is available exclusively… View Article
Hublot Launches Limited Edition Watch Exclusively for New York Boutique
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Luxury Swiss watch brand Hublot launched the limited edition King Power 692 Bang, a piece exclusive to the brand’s 692 Madison Avenue flagship boutique in New York City. Limited to 26 pieces, the King Power 692 Bang is available in black ceramic and includes interchangeable yellow and black straps, inspired by the colors of the… View Article
F.P.Journe Launches 18K Gold Watch
By Zahra Al-Kateb
Ever since François-Paul Journe created timepieces, his dream was to manufacture them in Gold. The dream became reality in 2004, and F.P.Journe is today the only watch brand to produce its movements in 18K rose Gold. Before diving in the heart of its haute horology mysterious mechanical gear trains, one discovers first their face through… View Article
Audemars Piguet Collaborates on Contemporary Art Book
By Chris
Elite travelers who are fans of contemporary art and want to add to their libraries be it on your private jet, superyacht or terra firma residence, should review Art Plural: Voices of Contemporary Art curated by Swiss gallerist Frédéric de Senarclens of Art Plural Gallery in Singapore with the support of Audemars Piguet, Gatehouse Publishing and… View Article
An Award For Louis Moinet
By Chris
Atelier Louis Moinet celebrated its 10th anniversary with a Merit for Development award from the International Institute for Promotion and Prestige (IIPP) in cooperation with UNESCO. If you know that you Louis Moinet is a watchmaker and if you are familiar with the industry, the IIPP may not ring a bell. That’s because it is not… View Article
Bedat's Female Focus Gains Altitude
By Chris
Needless to say the world of watchmaking is dominated by men. After all, the industry traces its roots to the valleys of Switzerland where farmers honed their craft during the winter. Simone Bedat was a pioneer in the industry, first with Raymond Weil, then her namesake brand which was sold to the then Gucci… View Article
Arnold & Son Release Limited Edition HMS Beagle Timepieces
By Zahra Al-Kateb
HMS Beagle undertook three survey voyages in all, but it was the second one, with naturalist Charles Darwin on board, that guaranteed its place in history. With this set of three watches, each featuring an exquisite hand-painted miniature of HMS Beagle, Arnold & Son pays tribute to one of the most celebrated ships in the… View Article
Richard Mille Announces Limited Edition Timepieces
By Zahra Al-Kateb
For the second year, Richard Mille is proud to be celebrating the title of the Official Timekeeper to the PoloClub Saint-Tropez; a magnificent 30 hectare-green setting nestled between Saint-Tropez and Pampelonne in the South of France. The partnership is based on the values of excellence, prestige and exclusivity that both Richard Mille and the Polo… View Article
Maurice Lacroix Becomes The Official Watch Partner of The Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series
By Chris
The progressive Swiss watch brand, Maurice Lacroix, is pleased to announce it has become the Official Watch Partner of the 2014 Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series. Timing, technique, creativity, precision are all key elements in the pursuit of the ultimate, perfect dive from such extreme heights as 88 feet (27 meters), or 65 feet… View Article
Carl F. Bucherer Sponsors the American Friends of LUCERNE FESTIVAL
By Chris
As an international company with roots in Switzerland, it was a natural fit for Carl F. Bucherer to sponsor the American Friends of LUCERNE FESTIVAL, bringing international awareness of this famous Swiss classical music festival abroad. Music brings delight and inspiration. It blends precious tradition with dynamic innovation and artistic talent. Music mirrors the period… View Article
Summer Moments with Glashütte Original
By Chris
Diamonds that sparkle like shining drops of water on shimmering mother of pearl dials, bracelets as white as Caribbean beach sand, as blue as the ocean or as golden as the sun: summer dreams come true with the ladies’ watches from Glashütte Original. The models from our men’s collection speak of summer, too: together with the blue… View Article
Christophe Claret Delivers Its First Poker Timepieces in Asia
By Chris
The Christophe Claret brand is pleased to announce that, as promised, the first Poker timepieces have been delivered to clients in Asia, versions in white gold/grade 5 titanium and red gold/grade 5 titanium. Presented in January this year and already available in fine watch boutiques, Poker is the latest in the series of Gaming Watches from the master watchmaker, following on… View Article
Hublot Palace's Two Week Anniversary
By Chris
Private concerts by Glenn Hughes from Deep Purple, parties with DJ Paul Oakenfold, Swiss wines degustations with Office des Vins Vaudois and President Pierre Keller, Fuente Cigars evenings with Carlos Fuente Jr, Fashion Show with Sara Joais, VIP visits with FIFA international Referee Howard Webb, former football players Alan Shearer, Gary Neville, Gary Lineker, Ruud… View Article
Arnold & Son’s New TES Tourbillon
By Chris
True to English watchmaking heritage, Arnold & Son unveils the TES Tourbillon, with the hand-finished A&S8100 calibre with sapphire barrel bridge. This defining timepiece is part of the Royal Collection which combines classic styling with leading-edge technology. The tourbillon movement, one of the most elegant complications in the world of horology, has played a crucial… View Article
RJ-Romain Jerome Launches New H9C-DNA Timepiece
By Chris
RJ-Romain Jerome has unveiled a new timepiece in collaboration with HardNine Choppers, a Swiss based custom motorbike manufacturer. This exciting new project is not only a partnership between two driven personalities, but also a truly spirited encounter of two visionaries with the same artistic mission. Two worlds separate Manuel Emch, CEO of RJ-Romain Jerome, and… View Article
Waltham's Watch Relaunch Reminds American Greatness
By Chris
Watch companies are often a telescope into history. The roots of various companies, their influential clients of the time, and their timekeeping accomplishments that helped guide explorers, warriors, titans of industry, Kings and Queens provide a glimpse into life and commerce of centuries past. Most of these stories are from Europe. However, as an Italian… View Article
Timing and Dining With Blancpain and Daniel Humm
By Chris
Perhaps it is not surprising that fine watches and fine dining should be good companions. After all, both are creations of meticulous masters whose well-honed skills produce a product we enjoy. Timing naturally is an important aspect of cooking, and while there are no studies on how diet impacts watchmakers, watch brands often use haute… View Article
Richard Mille Release New RM 030 LMC Watch
By Chris
The 7th Le Mans Classic will take place on July 4, 5 and 6. Richard Mille will once again be there as Main Partner and Official Timekeeper of the race. The Jura watchmaker has supported this competition since the first event in 2002. This retrospective of the “24 Heures du Mans” is the chance for… View Article
The New H1 Iceberg from HYT Watches
By Chris
A colour evocative of both East and West, day and night, blue is a natural choice to join the family of HYT liquids. This azure fluid compliments the complexity of the mechanics, whilst adding a touch of lightness and a breath of fresh air. The white finishes draw your gaze in beyond the tip of this “iceberg”,… View Article
Concord Launches Saratoga Watch in Black PVD
By Chris
Biel/Bienne Switzerland Concord’s Saratoga continues its successful ten-year trajectory since the re-launch of its iconic predecessor in 2004, introducing the re-interpretation of its timeless original design in full black PVD for both men and ladies. The new Concord Saratoga for men and ladies displays crystal clear Roman numerals on a lustrous black dial with… View Article
Patravi ScubaTec SFV: The Official Timepiece of the Swiss Football Team
By Chris
To mark the world’s biggest soccer event, Lucerne-based watch manufacturer Carl F. Bucherer presents the official timepiece of the Swiss national football team that reflects the fascination exerted by the beautiful game. This summer promises to be a special one. For months now, soccer fans have been looking forward to the excitement and surprises offered… View Article
A double celebration for Hublot in Switzerland!
By Chris
The brand is opening its 70th boutique. In Zurich, a fantastic symbol… And announcing its latest ambassador: the highly popular Swiss midfielder and international, Xherdan Shaqiri. On the same day, Hublot is launching its website dedicated to the World Cup. The address remains the same: Hublot.com, but it will include all the official watches for… View Article
BUBEN & ZŌRWEG Reveals Novelties for 2014
By Chris
BUBEN & ZŌRWEG, the leading designer and manufacturer of precise watch winders and objects for connoisseurs of fine timepieces, have unveiled an array of new creations for 2014. Innovations range from a newly developed movement, to wall clocks and table clocks, and for the first time ever a floor clock has been added to the… View Article
Marco Mavilla Unveils "Pepito" at Cannes
By Chris
The creative talent of the Italian designer, Marco Mavilla, watch collector and connoisseur, led him to create unique collections with strong personality: “watches where time is only a detail”. Pepito, the iconic duo face jewel, which hides time behind a bracelet. Suitable for a sophisticated woman, Pepito intrigues also today’s man, “metrosexual”, determined, with an… View Article
The new Petite Heure Minute 35 mm by Jaquet Droz
By Chris
The Petite Heure Minute by Jaquet Droz, unveiled in 2012, presented a new vision of femininity in watchmaking, with a case measuring just 35 mm in diameter and a change in scale for the hours and minutes dial, off-centered at twelve o’clock. Today, the brand is extending the lineage of the Petite Heure Minute 35… View Article
Steampunk Auto Colors: RJ-Romain Jerome Pops Out in Color
By Chris
RJ-Romain Jerome has launched new colorful timepieces for the automatic edition of the Steampunk collection. Inspired by the original iconoclastic timepiece, the new model plays with the brand’s signature aesthetic codes combined with a retro-futuristic design. Housed in a black PVD-coated steel 50mm case, the movement has been stripped down to provide an unobstructed view… View Article
A Breva New World
By Chris
Breva founder Vincent Dupontreué was born outside Paris in 1977 with an entrepreneurial spirit that had him making and selling bracelets on the beach in Corsica during holidays when just 11 years old and building and selling skateboard ramps with his brother at 13. From there, according to his biography, a job working in a… View Article
Can Christian Bedat Become the Richard Branson of the Watch World?
By Chris
Christian Bedat with his late mother Simone (a co-founder of Raymond Weil) started Bedat & Co. in 1996 and by 2000 had already soared to such heights that Gucci Group bought 85 percent. Tom Ford, then the creative force behind Gucci, who championed the acquisition, exited in 2004 and fils Bedat left in 2006. Not… View Article
Perrelet Jumps In The Pilot's Seat
By Chris
While it was five years ago Perrelet launched its turbine watches, a strong reminder of a jet engine for flying fans, as its dial view rotor turned as if revving for takeoff, it wasn’t until now that the Bienne/Biel watchmaker officially launched its first pilot watch. In a case 48mm by 13.6mm, a rotating… View Article
Charriol Comes Full Circle
By Chris
In a time where the large luxury brands are all active in line extensions of their products, Charriol stands among the few that have a long history across various categories from jewelry to watches and spanning to leather goods, including belts and handbags. In the jewelry area, the brand pioneered the use of gold and… View Article
Cuervo y Sobrinos Celebrates A Decade in the United States
By Chris
With its history dating back to Havana in 1882, Cuervo y Sobrinos enjoys one of the watch industry’s most interesting histories. Of course Cuba with its highly educated and entrepreneurial population, and close proximity to the United States enjoyed close connections until Fidel Castro came into power in 1959. In addition to being a… View Article
Armin Strom's Royal Flush
By Chris
The odds of a Royal Flush in poker are one in 30,839. For the four lucky customers who buy Armin Strom’s Tourbillon Royal Flush they will each be one of 1.75 billion (The earth’s population is 7 billion). Conceptualized by the card playing watchmakers of the Biel/Bienne manufacture, there is one unique watch for… View Article
Graham Goes To Battle
By Chris
Swordfish, according to the dictionary, have evolved to be formidable predators with acute eyesight, flesh of white muscle that gives energy for bursts of activity that enable them to hunt their diet of fish and squid. For watchmaker Graham, Swordfish was the name of one of its most popular timepieces, having gained the adoration of… View Article
An Art Deco Kiss For Bedat
By Chris
For Bedat & Co 2014 represents the “year of the dial” as it hones in on its own description as “craftsmen of fine timepieces for women.” Managing Director Charmaine Low describes the novelties as “classic and clean.” In the tonneau shaped No. 3, dials are inspired by art deco artist Paul Kiss’ wrought iron tables… View Article
Louis Moinet Puts Dinosaurs, Eagles and Meteors On Your Wrist
By Chris
Jean-Marie Schaller, the owner of Louis Moinet is known as an innovator who brings history to life on your wrist via unique dials made from meteors to prehistoric fossils. Louis Moinet who lived from 1768 to 1853 is credited with inventing the chronograph. What this means is whenever one meets the current proprietor, they will… View Article
Bulgari Launches New Sporty Complication: Octo Bi-Retro Brazil
By Chris
Hoist the flag! Bulgari pays tribute to Brazil by dressing its Octo Bi-Retro watch bearing the attributes of the flag of a country that is revolutionary in several respects. The colourful, technical and daring new Bulgari Octo Bi-Retro Brazil watch appears in a 50-piece limited edition clad in blue, yellow and green. Created by the… View Article
DeWitt Present its Titanium Twenty-8-Eight Skeleton Tourbillon Watch
By Chris
The DeWitt calibre DW8028 uses age-old, recognized and highly reliable technical parameters in its construction: 18’000 A/h, a variable-inertia balance, a 44° angle escapement and 72 hours power reserve. Entirely produced in-house, this manually wound Tourbillon is equipped with a Swiss anchor escapement and a Straumann Hairspring® with Phillips terminal curve made out of an unbreakable, self-compensating, non-oxidizing, anti-magnetic alloy… View Article
BREVA Génie 02 Extreme Alpine Racing
By Chris
7 hours and 27 minutes after leaving Arolla, Jean Nicolas Michaud, the famous watch retailer in Verbier, and his team completed the most grueling alpine sporting events in Switzerland: the 30th Patrouillle des Glaciers. The Breva Génie 02 dual altimeter, worn on his wrist, accompanied him in a vertical climb of 1,900 meters / 6,233 feet. The… View Article
MB&F Launches the Legacy Machine 101
By Chris
For a classically sized 40mm wristwatch, Legacy Machine 101 covers a lot of ground. Or to be more precise, LM101 covers a lot of time: over 100 years between inspiration and realisation. Legacy Machine 101 embodies and accentuates the very essence of what is essential in a wristwatch: the balance wheel, which is responsible for… View Article
Vulcain Present First Worldwide Flagship Store in Beijing
By Chris
Vulcain, the world renowned watch brand that created the legendary Cricket calibre and earned its presitigious reputation as “The Presidents’ Watch”, celebrated the opening of its first ever worldwide flagship store in the capital city of China last Friday. This is a reflection of just how highly Vulcain regard the Chinese market. In attendance at this major event were Mr Daniel… View Article
"Hulblot Love Football" Gala Dinner
By Chris
On 5th May in Beijing, the “Hulblot Love Football” international campaign made a stop by Beijing with a beautiful Hublot gala dinner. 100 watch collectors and watch lovers attended to the event, with the presence of Mr. Jean-Jacques de Dardel, Ambassador of Switzerland in France and Monaco, Loic Biver, Regional Hublot Greater China Director, and new… View Article
Richard Mille Major Partner of Les Voiles de Saint Barth
By Chris
Les Voiles de Saint Barth finished Saturday, April 19. As major partner of the event, Richard Mille salutes the success of this exceptional latest edition. In its five years, the race has never known such extreme sailing conditions which offered an extraordinary spectacle. In Saint Barth, 70 of the Caribbean’s most beautiful yachts and their… View Article
Richard Mille Introduces The RM 011 "White Demon" Watch
By Chris
The new limited edition white ceramic timepiece from Richard Mille has red details for a fiery glow. The RM 011 White Demon, a 30-piece limited edition, combines precious metal, high tech materials and aggressive styling to fiendish effect. White ATZ sand-blasted ceramic forms the front and back bezels of the RM 011 White Demon. The… View Article
Hublot Debuts Classic Fusion Pelé and 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Official Watch in Mexico
By Chris
The “Hublot Loves Football” Campaign World Tour stopped in football-adoring Mexico with Hublot CEO Ricardo Guadalupe and Brand Ambassador Pelé last week, for the Mexico debut of Hublot’s “Official Watch” of the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil™ – the Big Bang Unico Bi-Retrograde Chronograph. The celebration took place at Hublot’s newest corner at Via Santa… View Article
Cartier Shifts Executives
By Chris
Mercedes Abramo is the new CEO for Cartier in North America, based in New York. She replaces Emmanuel Perrin who has been in the role since January 2010. He moves to Geneva where he will take a senior global position with the brand. While Perrin has spent his career with parent Richemont in roles that… View Article
URWERK introduces UR-105M "Iron Knight" and "Black Knight"
By Chris
The new watch from URWERK, UR-105M, is inspired by the Middle Ages. An era when knights in shining armor would risk their lives for honor and glory with only their faith and shield for protection. The UR-105M embodies their gallant valor in the form of a titanium and steel face, the satellite revolving hours conquering… View Article
TW Steel Slims Down and Dresses Up
By Chris
TW Steel was at the forefront of the oversize watch craze, in fact coining the phrase “Big in Oversize Watches”. Unlike other watchmakers that have stopped production on bigger watches in the rush to thin down, TW Steel founder and CEO Jordy Cobelens says for his company it will be addition, not substitution. In launching… View Article
Girard-Perregaux Presents New Sea Hawk
By Chris
Swiss luxury watchmaker Girard-Perregaux has presented its iconic Sea Hawk in new, bold, vivid hues for 2014. Cobalt blue and coral orange are the colors chosen for the watch’s dial, the hands and the unidirectional bezel of this diver’s instrument, which offers cutting-edge performance in a sporty style. The Sea Hawk maintains the technical and… View Article
DeWitt Launches 2014 Version of Alma Jewelry Watch
By Chris
DeWitt has revealed a revised 2014 version of its Alma jewelry watch, part of the second watch collection that the Swiss manufacture has dedicated entirely to women. The Alma watch features a harmonious oval case, a slightly cambered profile so as to fit perfectly the shape of the wrist, and of course the sculpted forms… View Article
Dubey & Schaldenbrand Launches The Coeur Blanc at Baselworld 2014
By Chris
Dubey & Schaldenbrand has stepped into the world of ‘haute joaillerie’ and ‘haute horlogerie’ by introducing the Coeur Blanc — a diamond set tourbillon inspired by the ultimate value and connection of life and time. Coeur, French for heart, provides the beat to the rhythm of organic life as a balance wheel provides the beat… View Article
Zenith's Dufour Appointed CEO of Rolex
By Chris
Following a long career including that included stints at Blancpain and Chopard, and most recently as CEO of Zenith, Jean-Frederic Dufour, 45, is reportedly the new CEO of Rolex, according to reports from Swiss media and industry sources. At Zenith Dufour was credited for aligning the brand with its strong watchmaking heritage and… View Article
Corum Admiral’s Cup AC-One 45 Tides
By Chris
An icon among sea-lovers now returns in a reworked design: the Admiral’s Cup ACOne 45 Tides watch. 21 years after its launch, this model – with its mechanical movement driving indications of the time and strength of the tides, the lunar cycle, as well as the strength of the currents and the height of the tides –… View Article
Ulysse Nardin Unveils Imperial Blue Masterpiece
By Chris
Radiating light, as if suspended in time by a flying tourbillon, this Grande Sonnerie Westminster Carillon bears witness to the ultimate mastery of the watchmaker’s art. The world of fine watchmaking is like a complex maze full of centers of ingenuity, traditional workshops and daring laboratories, interconnected by the long corridors of history. A world… View Article
Vertu Releases Constellation Smartphone
By Chris
Vertu has launched the new Constellation smartphone, which combines premium materials and contemporary styling. Constellation is a modern smartphone that combines all of Vertu’s expertise in fine materials, craftsmanship, technology and services. Its sleek, contemporary form has been designed and engineered to appeal equally to male and female customers. Vertu chief executive officer, Massimiliano Pogliani,… View Article
Richard Mille Introduces RM 11-02 Dual Time Zone and RM 38-01 G-Sensor Bubba Watson
By Chris
Richard Mille has released two new timepieces: the RM 11-02 Dual Time Zone and RM 38-01 G-Sensor Bubba Watson. RM 11-02 Automatic Flyback Chronograph Dual Time Zone The new release RM 11-02 Automatic Flyback Chronograph Dual Time Zone represents a subtle development of this ever-popular Richard Mille model that has been a favorite since its… View Article
Baselworld Report: Armin Strom One Week Skeleton Collection
By Chris
With the release of the Armin Strom One Week Skeleton Collection, the Armin Strom manufacture has realized the dream of its founder: to create a skeleton entirely manufactured in-house. The Armin Strom One Week Skeleton Collection again proudly reflects the distinctive features that led to the credentials and fame of the master watchmaker from Burgdorf. Thus, the going barrel springs… View Article
Baselworld Report: Ulysse Nardin Hourstriker Tiger
By Chris
The Ulysse Nardin Hourstriker Tiger has leaped forward with a new aesthetic. In the vein of the lion, the tiger is considered a symbol of power and energy, and is featured prominently across continents and cultures. In Europe, Asia and the Middle East, it is often associated with the mightiness of kings. Drawing from the… View Article
RJ-Romain Jerome Relaunches Moon Orbiter
By Chris
Following the success of the original timepiece, RJ-Romain Jerome has re-introduced the Moon Orbiter Speed Metal. With its still generous 49mm wide, 45mm long and 20mm thick bezel-free case, the timepiece is now featured with a new black PVD finish. True to its cosmic origins, the blackened watch case combines steel from the Apollo 11… View Article
Richard Mille Launches RM 38-01 Bubba Watson
By Chris
American golfer Bubba Watson, partner for Richard Mille since 2010, stands out from the crowd with his unique physique, personality and self-taught skills in golf. He epitomizes the high performance and precision of human ability as an instrument for sports. Only 35 years old, he is already leaving his mark as one of the best… View Article
Swiss National Football Team to Head to World Cup 2014 with Carl F. Bucherer Timepiece
By Chris
The Swiss national football team is heading for the World Cup in Brazil equipped with a special edition of the Patravi ScubaTec from Lucerne watchmaker Carl F. Bucherer. In summer 2014, when football’s 20th World Cup kicks off in Brazil, the eyes of the world will be on one thing: the beautiful game. And the whole… View Article
Richard Mille Partner Alexis Pinturault Ends Ski Season in Style
By Chris
Alexis Pinturault has ended this ski season in magnificent style. On March 16, the latest partner to join the Richard Mille family finished on the podium of the alpine skiing world cup. His third place in the overall rankings with a total of 1028 points, just behind Aksel Lund Svindal (1091 pts), puts him just… View Article
DeWitt Presents Twenty-8-Eight Tourbillon Prestige
By Chris
DeWitt has unveiled its latest technical innovation – the Twenty-8-Eight Tourbillon Prestige watch, a limited edition of 99 pieces, entirely conceived and assembled at the DeWitt Manufacture by its own master watchmakers. The new Twenty-8-Eight Tourbillon Prestige houses the calibre DW 8015, developed from the DW 8014 movement that was first presented in 2010. This… View Article
Romain Gauthier’s Logical One Secret: Fine Art and Haute Horlogerie
By Chris
Romain Gauthier has introduced the Logical One Secret timepiece, which features an unparalleled fusion of superlative expressions of fine art and award-winning haute horlogerie. With its cover closed, hours, minutes and seconds are embraced in a glittering ocean of diamonds cascading right down to the lugs. An incredible 181 invisibly set baguette diamonds, totally nearly… View Article
Richard Mille Clock Unveiled in Canton of Jura
By Chris
The Richard Mille Clock has been unveiled for the first time in the Canton of Jura, Switzerland. It is the first clock designed and made to the exacting standards and conventions of the Haute Horlogerie and required 6,571 hours of development, 5,451 components and 3,952 hours of assembly and adjustment. It measures 350 x 250… View Article
Christophe Claret Releases First Look of Margot Watch for Ladies
By Chris
Christophe Claret has released the first images of Margot, its first ladies’ complication watch, which will be presented at BaselWorld 2014. The brand’s timepiece Maestoso will also be presented along with Margot at BaselWorld, which is taking place at The Palace on March 27 – April 3. Click here to take a look at the Margot… View Article
Life As A Cafe Racer
By Chris
The term “café racer” the story goes dates from the early 60s in Europe, mainly Italy, but also France and Britain and applies to light motorcycles designed for handling that were used for quick rides between coffee bars. Picture arriving at a café on a narrow cobblestone street, then leaving with the beautiful blonde who… View Article
BOVET 1822 Supports Artists for Peace and Justice in Hollywood
By Chris
Swiss watchmaker BOVET 1822 once again supported Artists for Peace and Justice (APJ) by sponsoring the Hollywood Domino pre-Oscar event at the historic Sunset Tower Hotel. Owner of Bovet, Mr Pascal Raffy, was joined for the evening by APJ foundation founder and Academy Award winning director Paul Haggis and megastars supporting the cause, including: Jon… View Article
Arnold & Son Celebrates 250 Years with Limited Edition DSTB
By Chris
Arnold & Son has unveiled the limited edition Dial Side True Beat (DSTB), which demonstrates the brand’s rich British history and quality Swiss craftsmanship. A tribute to the brand’s 250th anniversary, the DSTB is a testament to its heritage, vision and Haute Horlogerie ingenuity. The DSTB is part of the Instrument Collection and, like every… View Article
Fashion Forward Pharrell Rocks RM 016 Titalyt at Oscars
By Chris
Pop producer Pharrell Williams is fast becoming a fashion icon. From his now legendary oversized Vivienne Westwood Hat to donning a Lanvin tuxedo-and-shorts combo on the red carpet at the Oscars, this music maestro has been showing us all how it’s done. Case in point: the stunning Richard Mille RM 016 Titalyt watch he wore during… View Article
Spread Your Wings and Soar with the Génie 02 Air
By Chris
Whether your passion is paragliding, flying, skydiving, hang gliding, mountain climbing, skiing, or simply enjoying the fresh air and stunning views that high altitudes offer, the Breva Génie 02 Air is the perfect companion. The Breva Génie 02 Air combines the stunning sophistication of a beautifully crafted mechanical timepiece with the practicality of a fully… View Article
H. Moser & Cie: Bold Elegance in Haute Horlogerie
By Chris
H. Moser & Cie. has started 2014 with a bold new take on traditional watchmaking. The dark elegance of the Perpetual Calendar Black Edition is the first in a series of developments from H. Moser & Cie., which are both exceptional and very rare. The H. Moser & Cie. in-house perpetual calendar is one of… View Article
LVMH's Jean-Claude Biver on Why He's Ready For A Challenge
By Chris
What a difference a year makes. In January 2013 Jean-Claude Biver said he was preparing to wind down his activities overseeing Hublot. Then several weeks ago in a surprise it was announced he would succeed Francesco Trapani leading LVMH’s watch group. Today before speaking at a conference in Berlin I caught up with the watch… View Article
The Chinese Timekeeper Launches 2014 Collection
By Chris
It was back in October 2010 that the first exclusive watch brand boasting a true Chinese heritage came to life. Based in Hong Kong, The Chinese Timekeeper proudly embraces the glorious Chinese heritage that inspires the brand’s designs. Join this luxury watch brand as it journeys back through the centuries when China led the world… View Article
Richard Mille Partners with Romain Grosjean
By Chris
Luxury watchmaker Richard Mille has announced that Formula 1 star Romain Grosjean is to partner with the premium brand. The announcement was made to coincide with the first Formula 1 testing sessions of the E22 Lotus. Romain Grosjean, the official Lotus driver, follows in the footsteps of Felipe Massa and Sébastien Loeb in joining the… View Article
Louis Moinet Qatar Tourbillon Lights Up Doha Exhibition
By Chris
Louis Moinet has lit up the 2014 Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition with the launch of its new Qatar Tourbillon. The Qatar Tourbillon presents two fragments of the one and only meteorite ever found in Qatar, finely inlaid into a hand-engraved dial depicting two bent swords and sand dunes, a tribute to Qatar. Qatar Tourbillon… View Article
Backes & Strauss Unveils Piccadilly Princess 'Royal Colours' Watch
By Chris
Backes & Strauss has reached new heights in the creation of the Piccadilly Princess ‘Royal Colours’ lady’s cocktail watch, which is bedecked in a variety of spectacular stones that reflect all the colors of the rainbow – and more. No two examples of the Piccadilly Princess Royal Colours will be alike, nor can they be – because each watch is… View Article
CORUM Introduces Admiral’s Cup AC-One 45 with Chronometric Precision Accelerator
By Chris
Regarded as the epitome of sporting chic in the noblest sense of the term, the Admiral’s Cup now welcomes an eminently complicated new movement: hand-wound Caliber CO 1008. This exclusive mechanism features nothing less than a double tourbillon, combined with a retrograde date and an ingenious time-adjustment system. For over two centuries, the tourbillon has… View Article
Franck Muller Showcases Latest Creations at World Presentation of Haute Horlogerie
By Chris
The 24th edition of the World Presentation of Haute Horlogerie (WPHH) was once again hosted amidst the splendid setting of Watchland in Geneva. Franck Muller has been organizing the WPHH, an independent exhibition that gives journalists and trade professionals a sneak preview of the group’s latest creations, since 1998. Following the success of the last edition… View Article
Manero ChronoPerpetual Limited Edition from Carl F. Bucherer
By Chris
Because of its complexity and mechanical refinement, the perpetual calendar, which shows the date, day of the week, month, and moon phase without requiring correction, remains a technical challenge that only a handful of watchmakers have mastered. The mechanism knows the differing lengths of months and the timing of the next leap year, thereby successfully… View Article
Blancpain Launches Villeret Model for 2014
By Chris
The Villeret collection, named after the birthplace of the Manufacture, captures Blancpain’s underlying principle of giving absolute priority to authenticity and respect for tradition. It now welcomes a new self-winding three-hand watch with date display, featuring a remarkably understated Grand Feu enamel dial. The use of Grand Feu enamel reaffirms Blancpain’s deep-felt attachment to historical… View Article
CVSTOS Presents New Gustave Eiffel Timepiece
By Chris
To pay tribute to Gustave Eiffel, the visionary French civil engineer and ‘Iron Magician’, CVSTOS present their new eponymous timepiece. The new CVSTOS Gustave Eiffel watch celebrates performance, state-of-the-art technology and aestheticism – the four pillars of the brand. The look of this timepiece stands for the technical and aesthetic memory of this great man. Indeed, the metallic structure, represented by… View Article
Pre-Basel Exclusive: The Ulysse Nardin Dual Time Manufacture
By Chris
Never before had a watchmaker so perfectly fulfilled the desire for comfort of frequent travelers and explorers. Part of an iconic Ulysse Nardin collection, the launch of the Dual Time Manufacture was a significant milestone in the history of contemporary watchmaking. For the first time, it was possible to adjust the second time zone forward… View Article
BOVET 1822 Says Happy New Chinese Year with Unique Timepiece
By Chris
In honor of the Chinese New Year, the year of the horse, BOVET 1822 has created a unique piece that is the only one of its kind. The Amadeo Fleurier 43 is presented in 18 karat red gold, featuring a miniature painting of a horse on a white mother-of-pearl dial. The meticulously detailed miniature painting… View Article
Arnold & Son Marks Chinese New Year with Limited Edition Watch Set
By Chris
Arnold & Son has greeted the Chinese New Year with an exquisitely crafted limited edition set. The Horse is one of the twelve signs in the Chinese zodiac and one of its most revered symbols. To mark the beginning of this much awaited year on 31 January 2014, Arnold & Son proudly presented a special… View Article
Audemars Piguet Forges Ahead with a Pioneering Spirit
By Chris
In 2014, the Vallée de Joux’s last remaining family-owned watch brand is forging ahead with daring experiments in materials science, bold new design motifs and evolutions of well-loved, long-lasting icons in watchmaking. Perpetuating the Maison’s deep Savoir-Faire – that pursuit of excellence set out by Jules Louis Audemars and Edward Auguste Piguet over 135 years… View Article
De Bethune Dream Watch 5 Launches
By Chris
Transcending horology through artistry in order to leave room for the emotional force and the beauty of the work: such is the message delivered by David Zanetta and Denis Flageollet. The quest undertaken by De Bethune and expressed through its timepiece is intended to embody 21st century watchmaking. Understanding historical principles and the works of… View Article
F.P. Journe Presents the 10 Years Anniversary Tourbillon
By Chris
Today, F.P. Journe launches the “10 Years Anniversary Tourbillon”, an extremely exclusive series, limited to just 10 timepieces. Such a conjunction of numbers could not go unnoticed, combining the 10th anniversary of the first F.P. Journe Boutique in Tokyo with the inauguration of the 10th boutique in Beirut. Opened in 2003 in the district of Omotesando, the… View Article
The First Ladies Collection by F.P. Journe
By Chris
Conciliating tradition, innovation and modern technology, the “élégante” collection discloses a revolutionary horological concept. Designed and conceived exclusively for women, with extremely precise technical specifications that makes it a long-lasting watch, the “élégante” measures time impeccably, allowing it to be stopped and started again. It took 8 years of research for F.P. Journe to develop this innovative movement… View Article
DeWitt Presents the Twenty-8-Eight Full Moon
By Chris
DeWitt has released the new Twenty-8-Eight Full Moon watch, which is another in the emblematic line of models from the house with a unique, aesthetic signature that combines poetry with fine watch making. Earthly and heavenly elements intertwine via an extremely original dial architecture and an audacious combination of special materials which add to the… View Article
SIHH Report: Hommage Line from Roger Dubuis
By Chris
Roger Dubuis Relaunches the Hommage Line with Double Flying Colours. For Roger Dubuis, 2014 brings a unique focus on its reinvigorated Hommage collection representing the quintessence of its incredible Mechanics. It is a collection paying eloquent tribute to horology and to the most admirable exponents of this discipline that is both art and science, as… View Article
SIHH Report: Greubel Forsey's QP à Équation
By Chris
Greubel Forsey opens new horizons with a revolutionary interpretation of one of the oldest watchmaking complications, the Perpetual Calendar. The inventive watchmakers in La Chaux-de-Fonds have also incorporated the Equation of Time in a demonstration of how to add complexity of function while simplifying with clear legibility and easy operation. Greubel Forsey has pushed beyond the previous… View Article
SIHH Report: Greubel Forsey's QP à Équation
By Neharika Padala
Greubel Forsey opens new horizons with a revolutionary interpretation of one of the oldest watchmaking complications, the Perpetual Calendar. The inventive watchmakers in La Chaux-de-Fonds have also incorporated the Equation of Time in a demonstration of how to add complexity of function while simplifying with clear legibility and easy operation. Greubel Forsey has pushed beyond the previous… View Article
SIHH Report: Cartier Debuts New Rotonde with "Astrocalendaire"
By Chris
The Rotonde de Cartier Astrocalendar watch revolutionizes the perpetual calendar in terms of function and appearance. Its innovative design has produced a three-dimensional concentric display of the day, date and month. A flying tourbillon, rotating once every minute, occupies center-stage. Fine watchmaking connoisseurs will be sure to appreciate the ease of correcting the settings with… View Article
SIHH Report: Cartier Debuts New Rotonde with "Astrocalendaire"
By Neharika Padala
The Rotonde de Cartier Astrocalendar watch revolutionizes the perpetual calendar in terms of function and appearance. Its innovative design has produced a three-dimensional concentric display of the day, date and month. A flying tourbillon, rotating once every minute, occupies center-stage. Fine watchmaking connoisseurs will be sure to appreciate the ease of correcting the settings with… View Article
SIHH Report: Panerai Puts Focus on Chronos
By Chris
The Radiomir 1940 Chronograph is a new chronograph of the highest quality, incorporating a fascinating combination of design, technology and history. The new chronograph’s Radiomir 1940 case, 45mm in diameter, has the simple, elegant lines developed by Panerai in about 1940, the time when the classic cushion case with the wire loop strap attachments of… View Article
SIHH Report: Richard Lange Perpetual Calendar 'Terraluna'
By Chris
A. Lange & Söhne introduces its Richard Lange Perpetual Calendar ‘Terraluna’ watch. A. Lange & Söhne’s new ‘Terraluna’ watch combines benchmark precision, inteventiveness and design competence. Featuring an orbital moon-phase display, a perpetual calendar with the Lange outsize date, a power-reserve of 14 days, and a constant-force escapement, this extraordinary time-keeping instrument represents the pinnacle… View Article
SIHH Report: Patrimony Contemporaine Ultra-Thin Calibre 1731
By Chris
If there is one art that few watchmakers truly master, it is that of striking mechanisms, the horological complications acknowledged to be the hardest of all to produce. The Manufacture Vacheron Constantin has been creating such miniature marvels for over two centuries, and is now laying a new milestone with the Patrimony Contemporaine Ultra-Thin Calibre… View Article
SIHH Report: RJ-Romain Jerome Presents Explosive Cosmic Collision with New 1969 Collection
By Chris
RJ-Romain Jerome makes two worlds collide with its 1969 collection, which sees the luxury watchmaker flirt once again with the infinity of space with four new timepieces. Introducing a retro, vintage design and a lighter 43mm case, the new 1969 timepieces reflect a nostalgic and bygone era of thin, geometrical clean lines combined with colorful,… View Article
SIHH Report: Parmigiani Shows New Tonda "Metro" Variation
By Chris
The Métro Collection is the first Parmigiani Fleurier watch whose lines and essence embody the spirit and magic of the world’s great cities, their inhabitants and the frenetic pace that governs their movements. A long, asymmetrical case This round steel timepieces are characterised by their long proportions, which confer elegance. The watch features a modern,… View Article
SIHH Report: Parmigiani Shows New Tonda "Metro" Variation
By Neharika Padala
The Métro Collection is the first Parmigiani Fleurier watch whose lines and essence embody the spirit and magic of the world’s great cities, their inhabitants and the frenetic pace that governs their movements. A long, asymmetrical case This round steel timepieces are characterised by their long proportions, which confer elegance. The watch features a modern,… View Article
SIHH Report: Ralph Lauren Introduces Black Safari Collection with Flying Tourbillon
By Chris
Founded on the philosophy that function and beauty are eternally interconnected, the Ralph Lauren Sporting collection combines the masculine elegance of Ralph Lauren’s most powerful inspirations with horology’s highest level of technical sophistication. Evoking the African journey of a lifetime, Ralph Lauren introduces its Black Safari collection with a Flying Tourbillon. Playing with contrasts, the… View Article
SIHH Report: Van Cleef and Arpels Adds Complications to Pierre Arpels Watch
By Chris
Created en 1949, the Pierre Arpels watch has epitomized Van Cleef & Arpels’ vision of masculinity. A perfect blend of sophistication and understatement, it is notable for an exceptionally thin case held by two unobtrusive central attachments. In 2012, the Maison reinterpreted this icon of watchmaking and has since enriched the collection with new models… View Article
SIHH Report: Audemars Piguet Announces Royal Oak Concept GMT Tourbillon
By Chris
Bright, white, sleek and powerful, the Royal Oak Concept GMT Tourbillon, presented for the first time at the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie 2014 (SIHH) in Geneva this week, is a watch for avant-garde collectors and connoisseurs that brooks no compromise in either technical or aesthetic terms. Its sculpted titanium case middle and integrated… View Article
SIHH Report: Aquatimer Perpetual Calendar Digital Date-Month
By Chris
Limited to just 50 watches, the Aquatimer Perpetual Calendar Digital Date-Month combines state-of-the-art technology with quality looks. Hidden away inside the case made of unusual materials such as rubber-coated titanium and 18-carat red gold is a perpetual calendar with a large digital display showing the date and month. The integrated quick-action switch, which advances the… View Article
SIHH Report: '208 Seconds' Aeroscope Special Edition from JEANRICHARD
By Chris
Swiss luxury watchmaker JEANRICHARD has honored brand ambassador Captain Chesley ‘Sully’ Sullenberger with the launch of the special edition ‘208 Seconds’ Aeroscope watch. The event, which took place at Tourneau TimeMachine 57th Street and Madison Avenue in New York City, celebrated how the American hero saved 155 people in only 208 seconds on January 15,… View Article
Hublot Unveils Classic Fusion Tourbillon Night
By Chris
As part of its year end celebrations, Hublot has unveiled the Classic Fusion Tourbillon Night-Out, an exquisitely refined evening watch. On red carpets and at prestigious events around the world, black always exudes classic elegance. Traditionally reserved for the big occasions, it symbolises simplicity in its purest form. All the top fashion designers have poured… View Article
Hublot's Hot New Sunglasses Range
By Chris
Hublot is – once again – collaborating with the best to create a product which is different, unique and pioneering in the form of its new sunglasses range. The brand’s sunglasses have been developed with companies who are experts in their field: Marcus Marienfeld AG based in Ried-Brig, in the Swiss Canton of Valais and… View Article
Big Bang Pop Art for Ladies Adds Color
By Chris
Pop Art. An artistic movement which had its heyday in the 70s. American culture. Playful use of color. Flashy, joyful, upbeat. Everything was questioned. Dare. Reinterpret. Subvert. Andy Warhol and his famous portrait of Marilyn Monroe immediately spring to mind. How has it influenced the Big Bang? Pink, blue, purple, apple green: an explosion of color in 4… View Article
The Big Bang Jeans for Men from Hublot
By Chris
The overwhelming success of the Big Bang Jeans for women, launched by Hublot in early 2013, has led to the recent launch of Big Bang ‘Dark’ Jeans for men. In 2014, thanks to a cutting-edge technical development, genuine dark blue denim will be used as a covering on the dial of an iconic Big Bang Chronograph 44… View Article
Hublot Launches The Big Bang Unico "All Black"
By Chris
Following the launch of the first Big Bang Unico last year, the BIG BANG UNICO “ALL BLACK” has finally arrived! Totally black, totally matt and totally faithful to Hublot’s signature concept, it is the perfect fusion between the 100% manufacture movement and the iconic Big Bang design. And it’s finally here. Launched last year, the hotly… View Article
'The Spirit of Big Bang' - with Tonneau Case
By Chris
One of the great new timepieces has been announced for the start of 2014: Hublot has unveiled a BIG BANG with a tonneau case. This brand new timepiece is aptly named “Spirit of Big Bang”. And indeed, it embodies the spirit of BIG BANG. It features the BIG BANG codes with its 6 H-shaped titanium screws… View Article
SIHH Report: Jaeger-LeCoultre Introduces New Era of Ultra-Thin Grand Complications
By Chris
In 1907, an association between Swiss watchmaker Jacques-David LeCoultre and Paris-based businessman Edmond Jaeger gave birth to the world’s thinnest pocket watch featuring a blend of aesthetic refinement and horological sophistication that only a manufacture uniting the full range of skills under one roof could hope to achieve. Today, Jaeger-LeCoultre confirms its ability to anticipate… View Article
Christophe Claret Presents the Poker Watch
By Chris
Poker is yet another demonstration of Christophe Claret’s daring know-how. The watchmaker plays another card in a strong hand of interactive Haute Horlogerie creations. We have already had the 21 Blackjack and Baccara, now comes Poker, the latest addition to Christophe Claret’s trilogy of gaming watches. Christophe Claret’s fertile imagination has managed to devise the… View Article
Carl F. Bucherer Announces Model Lisa Haydon as New Brand Ambassador
By Chris
Carl F. Bucherer has announced Lisa Haydon, supermodel, actress and designer, as the new “Friend of the Brand”. Sophisticated, confident and stylish, Haydon has many facets. Born in India, she spent the first 21 years of her life in Australia and the USA. From an early age, she always harbored the desire to be a model… View Article
Breva Launches the Génie 02 Terre
By Chris
The Breva Génie 02 Terre combines the stunning sophistication of a beautifully crafted mechanical timepiece with the practicality of a fully functional, high-performance mechanical altimeter. Whether your passion is trekking, skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking or just relaxing while enjoying the fresh air and stunning views, Génie 02 Terre helps keep you on time and on track…. View Article
Glashütte Original launches Pavonina Collection
By Chris
Last Friday, German watch manufacturer Glashütte Original held a glamorous event at Xun Club, Beijing to launch its new collection of feminine timepieces, ‘Pavonina’. Together with more than 140 guests from Mainland China and Asia Pacific, Glashütte Original invited celebrated contemporary artist Ms Yanling Ma and prominent fashion designer Ms Mary Ma to join the event as special guests and to be… View Article
Pre-SIHH 2014: IWC Schaffhausen's New Aquatimer Watches
By Chris
The evolution of the diver’s watch will continue at Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) 2014, when Swiss watch manufacturer IWC Schaffhausen will unveil its 2014 Aquatimer collection. The collection comes with inspired technical features, even more in-house calibres and a patented IWC bracelet quick-change system. For the first time ever, a haute horlogerie complication in… View Article
Pre-SIHH 2014: IWC Schaffhausen's New Aquatimer Watches
By Neharika Padala
The evolution of the diver’s watch will continue at Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) 2014, when Swiss watch manufacturer IWC Schaffhausen will unveil its 2014 Aquatimer collection. The collection comes with inspired technical features, even more in-house calibres and a patented IWC bracelet quick-change system. For the first time ever, a haute horlogerie complication in… View Article
10 Cutting Edge Watch Designs
By Chris
Innovation is the beating heart at the center of the watch industry. These 10 watch brands are helping to breathe new life into the market with their cutting-edge creations. The 42.60mm DB28 T watch from Debethune has zirconium-crafted case and lugs, and it also features the fastest and lightest tourbillon on the market. Built from… View Article
Common Denominator
By Chris
A Swiss watchmaker based in the remote Vallée de Joux is the link between two ultra-rare brands. Badollet Ivresse From 1655 onward, the name Badollet intertwined itself with the history of Genevan watchmaking—from the clock all the way to the wristwatch—as father passed knowledge to son. Jean Badollet (1635-1718) began practicing the art of watchmaking… View Article
3 Watches with Superb Diamonds
By Chris
Watches have become an essential part of women’s wardrobes today. While styles change—current trends lean towards a masculine design with a feminine twist—one element of fashion has remained a girl’s steadfast friend: Diamonds. Cartier, Tank Louis Cartier Extra-Flat Watch As one of the most iconic wristwatch designs for almost a century, the Tank’s legions of… View Article
Dubey & Schaldenbrand Unveils Newest Collection in Los Angeles
By Chris
Dubey & Schaldenbrand has joined forces with Korosh Soltani of David Orgell to unveil their newest timepieces at a Los Angeles Confidential Magazine event to celebrate “The List”. Taking place in the penthouse at the Mondrian Hotel in Los Angeles, and sponsored by Delta Airlines, guests enjoyed a tasting of signature treats by Herringbone executive… View Article
Jaquet Droz to Collaborate with Béjart Ballet Lausanne
By Chris
Jaquet Droz is pleased to announce that it will be the exclusive ‘Presenting Partner’ of the Béjart Ballet Lausanne, directed by Gil Roman. Beyond traditional sponsorship, the collaboration between the historic watchmaking firm in La Chaux-de-Fonds and the artistic company that is the custodian of Maurice Béjart’s legacy, is not just a first; it is the collision… View Article
Blancpain's Bond with Joël Robuchon
By Chris
The most starred chef in the world often travels to the countryside in search of local produce. But, this time, he is visiting a farm of another kind in the village of Le Brassus, Switzerland for quite another reason. The reason is the Manufacture de Haute Horlogerie Blancpain, a very different realm to gastronomy that… View Article
Breguet Unveils One of World’s Thinnest Tourbillons
By Chris
Pre-released at Baselworld 2013, the Breguet Classique tourbillon extra-thin automatic has made a return to the center-stage in a regal platinum façade. As beautiful as it is ingenious, this exceptionally extra-thin watch is accentuated by one of the most spectacular horological inventions – the tourbillon. It is distinguished by an off-center tourbillon with a carriage… View Article
Gaining A Lease On The Next 100 Years
By Chris
Kings Jewelers has been in business for 101 years, so one could say they must have a pretty good sense of trends in the marketplace, adapting to changing times, surviving and thriving. Therefore when David King talks about the future, it makes sense to listen. “The concept of high-end rentals has affluent consumers of luxury… View Article
Watch Out: A New Way To 'Buy' Luxury Timepieces
By Chris
Randy Brandoff was a key member of the founding team at MarquisJet, a company that revolutionized how elite travelers buy time on private jets. Partnering in 2001 with Warren Buffett owned NetJets, MarquisJet bought fractional shares then resold them in 25 hour increments, prepaid debit cards that enabled consumers to reserve time on the NetJets… View Article
UK Launch of Armin Strom's Tourbillon Gravity Fire
By Chris
Armin Strom, the Swiss watch manufacturer, has celebrated the UK launch of a new timepiece: the Tourbillon Gravity Fire, a tourbillon watch with a micro rotor winding mechanism. The introduction is less than a year after the release of Armin Strom’s first calibre with a rotating carriage. The timepiece was unveiled at an exclusive VIP reception hosted by… View Article
Piaget Altiplano 38mm: The Thinnest Ever Mechanical Watch
By Chris
Piaget has today announced the Altiplano 38mm 900P, the world’s thinnest mechanical watch. Taking the watch company three years to develop, it merges a hand-wound calibre with the case elements in order to achieve record-breaking slenderness at just 3.65mm thin. Representing a crowning achievement in over half a century of virtuoso skills displayed in the realm of ultra-thin… View Article
A. Lange & Söhne Debuts Grand Lange 1 Moon Phase
By Chris
Premium watchmakers A. Lange & Söhne have announced the launch of their new Grand Lange 1 Moon Phase model, set to debut at SIHH 2014 next month. The watch features an oversized moon phase display, designed to remain accurate for 122.6 years, which has distinctive prominence on the dial. The luxury watch brand launched the stunning new… View Article
Dwyane Wade Signs With Hublot for Three More Years
By Chris
Miami Heat Guard Dwyane Wade continues ambassadorship with Swiss watch brand Hublot. Dwyane Wade’s ambassadorship with Hublot will continue for three more years. Ricardo Guadalupe, CEO of the Swiss luxury watch brand, hosted festivities in celebration of the relationship. Guests enjoyed a basketball clinic with NBA players Ray Allen, Shane Battier and Alonzo Mourning. A… View Article
Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Grande Reverso Ultra Thin 1931
By Chris
Jaeger-LeCoultre’s new watch takes after Polo. The new model, entirely in keeping with its historical ascendance of polo, vividly evokes the finest hours of Art Deco. Its close embrace of the wrist is made possible by its extremely slender 7.3 mm case which incorporates the complex parts of the swiveling mechanism as well as a… View Article
Glashütte Original Showcases Watch That Adapts to 37 Time Zones
By Chris
Watchmaker Glashütte Original will showcase limited edition Grande Cosmpolite Tourbillon at new store. A watch that tells 37 different time zones will be on display at Glashütte Original’s new boutique on Rue du Rhône, Geneva. The Grande Cosmopolite Tourbillon is the manufacture’s latest watch. Only 25 pieces have been made. The Grande Cosmopolite Tourbillon is… View Article
Ulysse Nardin Opens Boutique in New York
By Chris
Luxury Swiss watch manufacturer Ulysse Nardin has opened its third boutique in the New York. Ulysee Nardin has opened a new boutique at the Ritz-Carlton in New York. Baseball pitching legend Randy Johnson and pianist Lola Astanoya, brand ambassadors for Ulysse Nardin, attended a cocktail party at the hotel in celebration of the opening. Ulysse… View Article
Christophe Claret Collaborates With Museum Archaeology Project
By Chris
In order to promote the exceptional heritage of the Avenches Roman Museum, Christophe Claret is creating a 3D film in partnership with the production company NVP3D. The film will feature the finest archaeological pieces from the capital of the Helvetii (a Gallic tribe living in Switzerland in the 1st century). Part of the ancient and… View Article
Glashütte Original and Jaquet Droz Open Shared Geneva Boutique
By Chris
The Rue du Rhône is the most exclusive shopping district in Geneva. The elegant street, close by the shores of Lake Geneva below the enchanting historic city centre, hosts sophisticated cafes and exclusive boutiques run by international luxury brands. Since Wednesday November 27, 2013, Swatch Group brands Glashütte Original and Jaquet Droz are represented here by a single… View Article
Rare Patek Philippe & Rolex Watches at Antiquorum's Holiday Auction
By Chris
Antiquorum will kick off the holiday season with its ‘Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces’ auction on December 11 at its US headquarters on Madison Avenue. A selection of 343 collectable timepieces will be presented in the sale including a Patek Philippe Ref. 5207 and a Patek Philippe Ref. 3974. In addition to the star lots,… View Article
Audemars Piguet’s Royal Oak Concept GMT Tourbillon
By Chris
Bright, white, sleek and powerful, the Royal Oak Concept GMT Tourbillon by Audemars Piguet is to be presented for the first time at the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie 2014 (SIHH) in Geneva. A watch for avant-garde collectors and connoisseurs, it makes no compromise in either technical or aesthetic terms. Its sculpted titanium case middle and integrated rubber… View Article
Jaeger-LeCoultre Pieces Raise $790,000 USD at (RED) Charity Auction
By Chris
A (RED) Auction celebrating the very best of design and innovation has raised $12,883,000 USD to fight against AIDS in Africa. Two of the world’s foremost design pioneers, Sir Jonathan Ive and Marc Newson, collaborated with musician and philanthropist Bono to organize and curated the event. Proceeds from the November 23 2013 sale at Sotheby’s New York… View Article
Manero Tourbillon Limited Edition Wins the Austrian Chrono Award
By Chris
In view of its complexity and mechanical sophistication, the tourbillon is regarded as one of the greatest challenges and as the supreme discipline in the art of watchmaking. Now, the Manero Tourbillon created and manufactured in-house by Swiss watch brand Carl F. Bucherer has won the Austrian Chrono Award, underscoring its status as one of… View Article
Le Cabinet De Curiosités Of Thomas Erber Hosted by Maison Kitsuné Opens
By Chris
Manufacture des Montres Vulcain is showcasing 12 pieces of its limited edition President Cricket model, exclusively designed for this unique exhibition.It is taking place at the Avant/Garde Diaries (372 Broome Street) and at the Maison Kitsuné boutique in NY (1170 Broadway). Manufacture des Montres Vulcain joins around 50 prestigious guest brands from all four corners of the… View Article
A. Lange & Söhne Wins Awards at Grand Prix
By Chris
Watchmaker A. Lange & Söhne adds Grand Prix d’Horlogerie awards to its collection. A. Lange & Söhne has won two awards at the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève for its 1815 Rattrapante Perpetual Calendar watch. An international 23-member expert jury selected it as winner in the Grand Complication category on 15 November 2013. A non-Swiss… View Article
REBELLION Unveils Racing Car-Inspired Timepiece, 540 Magnum Tourbillon
By Chris
Nothing says endurance like the 540 Magnum Tourbillon by REBELLION, which strongly embodies the Swiss brand’s deep involvement – and success – with Rebellion Racing in endurance car racing. Rebellion Racing is a winner. Winner of both the 2012 and 2013 FIA LMP1 World Endurance Trophies; winner of both the 2012 and 2013 Petite Le… View Article
Corum Reveals its Latest Exceptional Timepiece: Admiral’s Cup Legend 42 Meteorite Dual Time
By Chris
Swiss watchmaker Corum cultivates a sense of rarity through its exceptional timepieces. Like an open invitation to plunge into the infinity of the universe, the latest Admiral’s Cup Legend 42 Meteorite Dual Time instills a hint of eternity into a rich heritage of expertise and excellence. Carving a meteorite to make a watch dial calls… View Article