Gerard Butler is a study in contrast. The actor skyrocketed to fame as the bad boy foil to Angelina Jolie in Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, followed up by his epic, ultra-physical role in 300, but he’s equally versed in musicals, as evidenced by his starring role in Phantom of the Opera. He does his own […]

Vanity Fair’s International Best Dressed List, People’s red carpet Best Dressed polls, Vogue’s weekly 10 Best Dressed roundups, and, of course, the ultimate seal of approval, frequent appearances on the arm of Karl Lagerfeld. The consensus is clear: Diane Kruger is one to watch. The actress, 37, grew up in Algermissen, Germany, far from Hollywood, […]

Men who hate to shop are a dime a dozen, but Matt Kemp is a rare exception: not only does he tolerate the experience, but he actually even enjoys it. OK, he has some help, but don’t detract points just because Matt can afford the services of a professional. “I have a stylist,” the Los […]

F1 superstar Lewis Hamilton made a surprise appearance at the IWC Schaffhausen pop-up exhibition in the Selfridges Wonder Room in London, England. Hamilton, who is IWC’s new brand ambassador, was joined by Mercedes AMG Petronas Team Principal Ross Brawn at the launch of the two-week exhibition. The launch was attended by approximately 100 members of […]

The 600 piece limited edition Royal Oak Chronograph LeBron James got an incredible unveiling in Miami, Florida. Four-time NBA MVP LeBron James joined Audemars Piguet CEO Francois-Henry Bennahmias at a party at the Herzog & de Meuron-designed 1111 Lincoln Road. Guests included Kourtney Kardashian & Scott Disick, Michael Strahan & Nicole Murphy, NBC Today Show’s […]

Global ambassadors David Beckham and John Travolta helped Breitling celebrate the opening of the manufacture’s new boutique in London, England. Beckham and Travolta brought traffic to a standstill in front of the Bond Street boutique, which is Breitling’s first UK flagship. After a ribbon-cutting ceremony (Travolta did the honor), Breitling owner Theodore Schneider showed the […]

Although you never need a reason, beyond the obvious, to buy an Audemars Piguet watch, it is good to know that when you do, you are helping to preserve the world’s rainforests. The Audemars Piguet Foundation was established out of the love of trees, a respect kindled in its own back yard. The brand’s headquarters, […]

Hip hop superstar, chart-topping producer, composer, painter, record executive, philanthropist. You name it, and chances are, Swizz Beatz has mastered it – including watch collector. A giant in his industry, Swizz Beatz has not only one of the most diverse and well-respected careers, but one of the most diverse and well-respected haute horlogerie collections. From […]

Results are in from this year’s OnlyWatch auction. This September at the Hôtel hermitage in Monaco, thirty-three watch brands each presented a unique timepiece to go under the hammer in support of research for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. The event is especially attractive to big collectors as all of the pieces are part of a limited […]

Throughout history, artists have found their inspiration from various sources. But for those inspiring sparks, the artists themselves might not have become household names. Some sparks are quite famous – for example, the story of how Leonardo da Vinci was approached by Francesco di Bartolomeo di Zanobi del Giocondo, who asked for a portrait of […]

This haute couture creation is an homage to the 19th century tradition of “secret” watches. Approximately 28.9 carats of brilliant, flame and princess cut diamonds adorn what appears to be a dainty white gold bracelet. However, beneath a paved cover the hours and minutes are revealed on a dial entirely paved with a glittering bed […]

Although we were first introduced to him on the Billboard charts, hip hop artist Nas is a man of many talents. From his partnership with Hennessy on their “Wild Rabbit” campaign to his clothing line HSTRY and his tech ventures, Nas approaches each day with passion. Although Nas describes his first-ever watch – a Casio […]

This summer luxury watchmaker Officine Panerai dominated the regatta season. The Italian manufacture hosted the annual Panerai Classic Yachts Challenge (PCYC) 2013, an international circuit for classic and vintage sails. The North American Circuit of the PCYC brought the Florentine brand’s passion for sailing from Marblehead to Nantucket and Newport. Along the way, Officine Panerai […]

Ten years ago, it would have been difficult to compile a list of five top tourbillons introduced at Baselworld, since so few brands were invested with the expertise or means to develop this prestigious complication. Today, compiling such a list is even more difficult, because so many brands are making tourbillons, some introducing several at […]

Flashback to 2011, Jay Z and Kanye West released the song Otis from the Watch the Throne album. Once the song hit, rumors circulated about Jay Z’s upcoming collaboration with a watch company for a new timepiece he was working on. The line Jay Z sang in the song that sparked so many rumors was, […]

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore 
Chronograph LeBron James, $51,500 Ulysse Nardin Black Toro, $55,500 Blancpain Fifty Fathoms 
Tourbillon With Diamonds, $188,000 Ralph Lauren RL67 Safari Tourbillon, $55,000 Chanel J12 Haute Joaillerie 
Watch in Black Ceramic
, $517,450 Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Traditionnelle 
Platinum Skeleton, $166,400 Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier Flying Tourbillon (price upon request) Hublot Classic Fusion 
Tourbillon King Gold, $92,000 Roger Dubuis 
Flying Skeleton Tourbillon, $164,500 HYT H1 Black DLC, $49,500 Richard […]