Haute Time’s Favorite Hublots Of 2017

Surprised that you missed a Hublot in our line-up of our favorite new watches of 2017? Well, it is not that we didn't have any, it was more the case that we had too many! Many brands only focus on the big watch fairs early in the year to release their novelties, but for Hublot, innovation is a constant factor, so they do it throughout the year. 2017 was once more an exceptional year for Hublot, so after a long debate, these are our favorites!

By Martin Green

Haute Time’s Favorite Watches Of 2017 Part II

2017 was a good year when it comes to watches. As we already discovered a few of Haute Time's favorite watches of this year in Part I, there were simply too many to put all in one article. That's, why in part II we showcase a few other favorites that have been released this year!

Haute Time’s Favorite Watches Of 2017 Part I

When the new year is coming closer people tend to look back at what the current year has brought them. During the course of the year, the tide turned, and many brands enjoyed, once more, increased sales. This was in part due to some incredible new models that were introduced, which worked up an appetite with watch collectors and connoisseurs. At Haute Time we also look back, with our favorite watches of 2017!

SIHH 2018: Piaget Introduces The World’s Thinnest Automatic Watch

Piaget will introduce the Altiplano Ultimate 910P at SIHH 2018. At a mere 4.30 mm in depth, it is the world’s thinnest automatic watch

What Watches To Wear For Christmas

Christmas is around the corner, and while many of you are probably hoping to find a new watch under the tree, that is up to Santa. Of course, you can wear any watch on the holiday, but some seem to be just that more appropriate, like these five amazing watches!

Breguet Unveils Classique Grandes Complications 5367 With Grand Feu Enamel Dial

The watch provides a simple interpretation of the tourbillon with a titanium carriage and a small seconds display mounted at 5 o’clock on a dial that was deliberately paired down in order to focus on the complication

Hublot Announces Partnership With The New York Giants’ Eli Manning

Swiss luxury watchmaker Hublot just announced its partnership with the New York Giants' quarterback and captain Eli Manning.

Haute Complication: Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Reference 5327

It doesn't happen every day that Patek Philippe introduces a new Perpetual Calendar, but in 2016 it added reference 5327 to its collection. It was set to replace reference 5140 (of which the platinum cased version remains in production) with whom it shares its movement.

Material Good And Audemars Piguet Dream Up Two New Versions Of The Royal Oak Tourbillon Chronograph Squelette

When Audemars Piguet introduced the Royal Oak Tourbillon Chronograph Squelette at the 2016 SIHH, the watch caused quite a stir, and rightfully so. Within the iconic octagonal case, crafted from platinum, was now a skeletonized tourbillon chronograph movement. A dream watch by any means!

Montblanc Unveils TimeWalker And Star Legacy Models For SIHH 2018

Montblanc acquired Minerva in 2006 and renamed it Montblanc Manufacture in Villeret. While Montblanc changed the name of the watchmaker, it has in recent years used the Minerva heritage and name for several new models combining chronograph movements from Villeret for its watch models produced in Montblanc’s main manufacturing facility in Le Locle

Nearly Vintage: Girard-Perregaux Opera 3

Some watches remain captivating, even after they have been released over a decade ago. A great example of this is the Opera 3 by Girard-Perregaux, which took miniaturization to new heights!

Jaeger-LeCoultre Limited Edition Geophysic True Second Watch

The main features are its blue sunburst dial, its limited availability and that it can only be purchased on the Jaeger-LeCoultre eCommerce page on its website

Haute Living’s Private Hublot Loves Art Dinner Celebrating Ricky Martin At The PAMM For Art Basel Miami

Haute Living throws a private, extravagant dinner party with Hublot for Ricky Martin during Art Basel at the Pérez Art Museum Miami.

Drenched In Diamonds: The World’s Most Exclusive, And Expensive, Diamond Set Watches

How can you upgrade a watch that is already a horological masterpiece? Set them with diamonds! This by itself is a form of art, as nothing is so complicated as setting a three dimensional, functional, object like a watch with diamonds. It often takes weeks, if not months, to make them, not only the movement but also to complete the diamond setting. The result is spectacular! Meet the world's most exclusive and expensive diamond set watches!

Hublot and French Artist Richard Orlinski Present Two Novel, Daring Classic Fusion Models

Hublot partnered with Richard Orlinski, the world’s bestselling French contemporary artist, to create a novel Classic Fusion interpretation.

Watch of the Week: Parmigiani Tonda Chronor Anniversaire

Just a few weeks ago, the Tonda Chronor Anniversaire won the chronograph category of the 2017 GPHG, securing a double win for Parmigiani as the Toric Hemisphères Rétrograde brought home the prize for best travel time watch. For us an excellent excuse to have a closer look at the watch with which Parmigiani celebrated their 20th anniversary.

Omega Launches The Trésor Ladies Watch With Model Kaia Gerber

A total of nine different models are available within the collection. This includes cases made in stainless steel or 18k Sedna gold, Omega’s trademarked gold). Colors include black, taupe-brown, white, blue, opaline silver or mother-of-pearl