Pocket Watches Shine at Auction

Prices for pocket watches sold at auction have soared in recent years, partly because they are becoming more rare and therefore increasingly valuable. The production of pocket watches was surpassed by the production of wristwatches sometime around the 1930s, and few brands are still making pocket watches. (Note to collectors: the few pocket watches that […]

By Carol Besler

Vacheron Constantin Unveil Two New Timepieces

This week Vacheron Constantin have thrilled fans of the brand with the unveiling of not one but two new timepieces. The Swiss manufacture unveiled the Patrimony Traditionnelle small seconds watch and the Patrimony Contemporaine pocket watch, and Haute Time has your first look at these timepieces: Let’s start with the Patrimony Traditionnelle small seconds watch, which […]

Vacheron Constantin’s World of Women

  Vacheron Constantin is one of the elite heritage brands whose complicated timepieces make headlines in the watch journals, so there was an audible gasp when the brand introduced nothing but ladies’ watches at the recent Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie. It’s not surprising, though, if you know a little bit about the company’s […]

Sotheby’s Set to Auction Cartier, Asprey and Patek Philippe Timepieces

Luxury auction house Sotheby’s are set to auction off several rare watche and clocks, including Cartier, Asprey, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Greubel Forsey, Vacheron Constantin, and Patek Philippe timepieces. The lots will go under the gavel as part of the upcoming Important Watches including Magnificent Clocks from an Important Private Collection auction, taking place in Hong Kong on April 7th. The […]

Watch Report for the Gulf Region

It’s been an exciting year so far in the luxury watch industry, with predictions for strong growth tempered by current events like the luxury gift ad ban in China. Today we’re zooming in on the Gulf region to discuss the state of the market there in 2013. The Swiss watchmaking industry took a hit when […]

Harrods Host Exclusive Post-SIHH Watch Exhibition

London’s famous luxury boutique Harrods has launched an exclusive exhibition showcasing the timepieces which debuted during the 2013 Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie. The SIHH ran from January 21-25, and saw new collections unveiled by the world’s biggest watchmakers. Whether you couldn’t make it to Geneva, or you just want another look at the year’s best new […]

Chinese Official Fired After Being Spotted With Omega and Vacheron Constantin Watches

Just as Rolling Stone Ronnie Wood landed in hot water after spending his bandmates’ money on a Rolex, an official in the Chinese government with a penchant for luxury watches has recently been fired. Yang Dacai was a high-ranking official in the Chinese Communist Party at the Bureau of Work Safety in Shaanxi province. Last week, Yang was removed […]

Power, And the Watch

What does a wrist watch say about its owner? As a man, I know that to some extent, we measure each other up based on our watches. I remember talking to a boutique manager at one of Bal Harbour‘s finest shops about how she gauges the psychology of a customer to determine who is there […]

Vacheron Constantin Celebrate New Boutique on Historic Rue de la Paix in Paris

Luxury watchmakers Vacheron Constantin have officially opened a boutique in one of the world’s most stylish cities – Paris. The Rue de la Paix boutique, which is the brand’s 35th, will house all of the Geneva, Switzerland-based manufacture’s collections, as well as a vintage collection named “Vacheron Constantin les Collectioneurs”. This intimate new space (the boutique covers 85m2) is the height of elegance, […]

Vacheron Constantin Celebrates First Paris Store With 1972 Prestige Timepiece

Luxury watchmakers Vacheron Constantin are celebrating the opening of their first boutique in Paris, France, by revisiting one of their most iconic timepieces. In honor of their new boutique at 2 Rue de la Paix, a new men’s model called the 1972 Prestige has been unveiled, with the famed balanced asymmetry and ultra-thin mechanical movement now in white […]

Haute Time Views Vacheron Constantin’s New Unique Pieces at SIHH

One of the big attractions for SIHH was Vacheron Constantin. I was a fan of the pieces I saw there, as I thought they had some very unique items. Speaking to a couple of top dealers for Vacheron Constantin, they were very happy and excited, as they felt they had some special pieces to show […]

Vacheron Constantin Unveil Three New Ladies Collections

Luxury watchmakers Vacheron Constantin made a big splash last week at the 2013 Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie. The Swiss manufacture is interpreting time from a feminine perspective with three new collections; the Malte Lady collection, the Métiers d’Art Florilège collection and the Patrimony Contemporaine Lady collection. Here, we have your first look at these incredible new […]

Carmelo Anthony’s Haute Time Watch of the Day: Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Traditionnelle High Jewellery

Today’s Haute Time Watch of the Day selected by Carmelo Anthony is The Patrimony Traditionnelle High Jewellery piece by Vacheron Constantin. This addition to the Patrimony collection is one of the new models presented at SIHH 2013 showcasing Vacheron Constantins’ dedication to haute watchmaking as well as artistic craftmanship. The Patrimony Traditionnelle High Jewellery is available in a 35mm case […]

“Overseas” Adventure – The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph Perpetual Calendar

Since the first time we caught a glimpse of the Overseas Collection by Vacheron Constantin, we knew that haute watch making could be paired with a sporty and stylish look. The Overseas Collection exemplifies travel and discovery as well as Vacheron Constantins’ passion for technical watch making and ultimate style. One of Vacheron Constantin’s newest […]

Vacheron Constantin to Expand Production to Meet Asia Demand

Vacheron Constantin, the luxe watchmaker that forms an integral part of the Richemont luxury goods company, will continue to open new shops in China in both first and second-tier cities in a move to keep up with rising demand in the region. Manufacturing at the plant in Gerteva will be expanded to meet the demand […]

Vacheron Constantin Celebrate 2nd Hong Kong Boutique & 100th Anniversary of Tonneau-Shaped Case

Luxury watchmakers Vacheron Constantin have strengthened their presence in Asia with the opening of a second retail space in Hong Kong, marking the brand’s second boutique in Hong Kong and 31st boutique worldwide. The new 100 square metre boutique at the Landmark Prince boasts Venetian glass decorations and a warm decor, making it an intimate, elegant setting for […]

Vacheron Constantin Celebrate 2nd Hong Kong Boutique & 100th Anniversary of Tonneau-Shaped Case

Luxury watchmakers Vacheron Constantin have strengthened their presence in Asia with the opening of a second retail space in Hong Kong, marking the brand’s second boutique in Hong Kong and 31st boutique worldwide. The new 100 square metre boutique at the Landmark Prince boasts Venetian glass decorations and a warm decor, making it an intimate, elegant setting for […]