It is an understatement to say that a major influx of black with sharp strokes of red and white signify mystery and stealth, the exact theme of ww.tc Dark Night, Girard-Perregaux’s latest release. This “dark” version of the iconic Girard-Perregaux world-timer was recently launched at the 2012 JCK Las Vegas Show, touted the finest trade […]

Statistics released by the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry reveal just how significant a role the Chinese market is playing in the Swiss timepiece business. In 2011, consumers in China and Hong Kong spent over $5.90 billion on Swiss timepieces, cultivating 29.7 percent of total Swiss watch exports. The majority of these consumers are […]

Haute Time joined Ulysse Nardin Global CEO Patrik Hoffmann and five-time Cy Young Award winner Randy Johnson in Phoenix to announce the brand's partnership with Johnson and the launch of “The Big Unit” watch late 2012/early 2013.

In 1982, the Yves Piaget Rose was crowned the winner of the Geneva International Competition of New Roses. Thirty years later, Piaget celebrates the anniversary of this iconic symbol with the Rose Collection. The exquisite collection of timepieces, earrings, necklaces, rings, cuffs, bracelets and brooches all feature a rose motif. Amongst the stunning pieces is the Limelight […]

Haute Time spent the last weekend at the JCK/Luxury and Couture shows in Las Vegas. On Saturday night, we hosted an exclusive dinner at Lavo for 40 Ulysse Nardin retailers around the United States. During dinner, we were told about an upcoming special event where Ulysse Nardin would announce the partnership with five-time Cy Young Award winner Randy Johnson […]

The considerable fortune spent on luxury watches implies an immaculate care so this piece of horology never endures even the slightest bump or scratch. But then we see tennis champion Rafael Nadal swinging a racket with a Richard Mille 027 secured on his right arm. How does he dare do it? You thought right; the […]

Jaeger-LeCoultre makes another exceptional mark in the Queen’s royal milestones. This year, it joins the royal celebration of Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee by being the pageant’s Official Timekeeper, which inspires an exclusive edition of the celebrated Atmos clock—the Atmos Du Millenaire Diamond Jubilee Limited Edition. But first, a few notes on the Atmos technology. […]

Jack Forster reviews the Ulysse Nardin Marine Chronometer Manufacture.

Renowned auction house Sotheby’s has announced the offering of vintage timepieces from the finest collections to date, that of Henry Graves, Jr. and his grandson Reginald ‘Pete’ H. Fullerton, Jr. This patron family has been legendary in the watch community, and the auction lot subsequently has aficionados reeling. A collector’s dream, this exclusive offering will […]

Inspired by and dedicated to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Backes & Strauss introduces the Diamond Jubilee Collection. This special celebration comes to life on the dial of the timepiece. The Lord Chamberlain’s Office in Buckingham Palace granted Backes & Strauss London permission to use Her Majesty’s Royal Cypher “EIIR,” which, complete with Crown, appears on […]

“Twilight” actor Robert Pattinson turns to another mystifying character with a lead role in dark thriller “Cosmopolis.” Throughout the film the actor dons a shiny Chanel J12 Chromatic on his wrist. The Chanel timepiece is a landmark in horology, built with highly scratch-resistant titanium ceramic. The blending of these materials is followed by polishing with diamond […]

Jack Forster reviews the Patek Philippe Ladies First Perpetual Calendar Ref. 7140.

How many ways can you look at a watch? Hardcore enthusiasts would be critical on the technicalities, like the extra features, movement and the like. Others would look at it as a fashion accessory, a part of a themed ensemble. Some just need to be in touch with the time. Then there are the people […]

Jack Forster reviews the Louis Vuitton Tambour Spin Time Regate.