June 2020 - Haute Time

Cartier Brings Together A Unique Community Of Celebrities For Launch Of The Pasha

Ever since its creation in 1985 has the Pasha de Cartier been the watch of people who enjoy style with a unique twist. While in essence, it is just a round watch, it was famed watch designer Gerald Genta who made it more, by adding the typical Vendome-lugs and canteen crown. It made the Pasha de Cartier the watch to have in the 1980s, a success which Cartier perpetuated well into the new millennium. What made the Pasha even more special is that it is a watch that was embraced by a very diverse and international clientele. For the launch of the new generation of the Pasha, Cartier is joined by a very talented group of artists who have each made their mark in different ways. Rami Malek, Troye Sivan, Willow Smith, Maisie Williams, and Jackson Wang are all at the top of their field, where they stand out by their professionalism but also by not conform or restrain their creativity by traditional standards, very much like the Pasha.

By Martin Green

A Record-Breaking Weekend At The Geneva Watch Auctions

This weekend in Geneva, the traditional watch auctions took place. Things were different than before, as many Covid-19 precautions were still in place. Also, a lot of collectors and dealers could not travel to the auctions themselves due to various travel restrictions. This also meant that they could not examine the watches themselves before the sale, although various digital initiatives tried to give them as much information as possible. That made it that the auctions could definitely be seen as a test on how the outbreak of Covid-19 would impact the vintage watch market.

Four Sports Watches Perfect For Welcoming The Summer Season

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

Watches Of Switzerland Soho Boutique Reopens

Watches of Switzerland Soho Boutique has reopened its doors to the public following temporary closures during quarantine with new safety guidelines in place

Jaquet Droz And The Eye Of The Tiger

Jaquet Droz has always cherished its artistic side and often gives it center stage on their watches. This makes it that they are more than just telling time, and transcend to becoming an object of art. To achieve this, the level of craftsmanship needs to be at an extremely high standard, otherwise, they run the risk of merely becoming something whimsical. With the new Petit Heure Minute 'Tiger,' which is available in two varieties, the brands' Ateliers d'Art has absolutely surpassed itself.

Patek Philippe Makes Steel The New Deal For Calatrava

Most people will immediately think of the exquisite dress watches made by Patek Philippe in precious metals when you mention the Calatrava. Already decades ago has this collection become a benchmark for the industry. While Patek Philippe made quite a name for itself with first the stainless steel Nautilus, and later on the Aquanaut, was this material only used sporadically to case Calatrava's. Recently there seems to have been a change in direction, as last year we where already been treated to the exquisite Calatrava Weekly Calendar Ref.5212A, sporting a stainless steel case, and now Patek Philippe is treating us on the Ref.6007A-001 Limited Edition, also in this material.

Range Rover Marks 50 Years With New Limited Edition Range Rover Fifty Model

Range Rover celebrated 50 years of pioneering innovation, refinement and all-terrain capability with the introduction of the new Range Rover Fifty.

Hublot North America President Jean-François Sberro On The New Big Bang E, Art Partnerships & Shifting Digital In Exclusive Interview

An exclusive interview with Hublot North America President Jean-François Sberro on the brand shifting digital, art partnerships & the future.

Talking With Omega About Weathering The Storm, James Bond, And More

Covid-19 is still having a profound impact on the day to day life of many of us. Its impact is felt around the world, also in Switzerland, where many manufactures have carefully increased their operations again and among them Omega. We talk with them to find out how they are coping with this challenging situation, but also look further and discuss the importance of partnerships and what makes the brand so strong.

Hermès Takes The Porcelain Dial To New Heights

For Hermès, the dial of their watches is often the perfect canvas to express their creativity and craftsmanship. This is also the case with the new Arceau Harnais français remix. The brand got inspired by one of their vintage scarfs, which was designed by Hugo Grygkar, who served as Hermès in-house designer between the 1940s and 1959. He based his design in turn on a painting which was part of the private collection of Émile Hermès, which showed a team of horses in colorful harnesses with feathers.

Four Watches For Father’s Day

It might be a cliche, but a watch is one of the best gifts to give dad for father's day. It combines practical and sentimental values and will provide him with joy whenever he is wearing it. Which watch to get dad depends very much on what style your dad prefers and what he enjoys doing. The following four might give you some inspiration on what to get for that important man in your life.

Grand Seiko’s Soko Special Editions, Only For The USA

The beauty of a Grand Seiko can always be found in its subtleties. The brand invests a tremendous amount of time and effort into the smallest detail. This not only gives their watches a timeless appearance but also makes them a pure joy to have on the wrist. The wearing comfort is superb, and every day you can enjoy the refined details that make owning a Grand Seiko so special. This is also the case with the two new special editions which the brand just launched for the US market.

Omega Takes Its Central Tourbillon To New Heights

The central tourbillon has been a hallmark complication of Omega ever since it was introduced in 1994. What makes these watches so exceptional is that the tourbillon can literally take center stage. As Omega opted for a one-minute rotation of the tourbillon cage, it can conveniently double as a seconds indicator as well. Aesthetically, this has resulted in some stunning watches, but Omega is now taking it to new heights with the De Ville Tourbillon Numbered Edition.

New Special Edition Mercedes-Maybach S 650 Night Edition Is Limited To 15 Units

The new Mercedes-Maybach S 650 Night Edition has been released as a limited edition of only 15 units, and only available in the U.S. market.

Grand Seiko Opens Largest Boutique In The World And Celebrates With Two Limited Editions

At Place Vendôme, the horological heart of Paris, has Grand Seiko opened its largest boutique in the world. While outside the hustle and bustle of the French capital rules, inside you can find the tranquility of Japan. Grand Seiko is offering its finest models in the over 2,000 square feet boutique, divided over two floors.

LVMH Announces Frédéric Arnault Appointment As CEO Of TAG Heuer & Stéphane Bianchi As CEO of Watches & Jewelry Division

LVMH just announced the appointment of Frédéric Arnault as the new CEO of TAG Heuer, as well as Stéphane Bianchi As CEO of Watches & Jewelry Division.

Wake Up In Style With The New Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox Models

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Memovox is, in many ways, an icon within the watch industry. This model has been an essential part of the Jaeger-Lecoultre collection for seventy years, and, as the two new models prove, it hasn't lost any of its appeal. Next to a classic version, the Master Control Memovox, which represents the essence of the model, did Jaeger-Lecoultre also introduce the Master Control Memovox Timer, which offers an additional complication.