The Lotos Club Hosts a Special Watchmaking Event Featuring Vacheron Constantin

On December 1, Members of The Special Events Committee of The Lotos Club, one of the oldest literary clubs in the United States, hosted their very first watchmaking event for Club members in New York.  Approximately 50 guests attended the sold out event, many of whom were watch collectors and enthusiasts, to learn more about watches […]

By Adrienne Faurote

Graff Takes Skeleton Watch to the Next Level with Over 164 Diamonds Inside

Graff’s new  MasterGraff Skeleton Limited Edition timepiece is one of the most luxurious watches to even hit the market. Delivered in either a rose or white gold  48mm facetted case, each version is encrusted with an astonishing 164 diamonds, totaling 21 carats. This special model features hand-wound mechanical movement. Linked to the skeletonized tourbillon, it supplies a 72-hour power […]

THIRTY DAYS HATH SEPTEMBER: THE PARMIGIANI FLEURIER ANNUAL CALENDAR

  The perpetual calendar is one of the best known complications in watchmaking and one of the most useful: it’s a miniature computer that automatically corrects the date at the end of each month, since some months (as the children’s rhyme reminds us) are 30 days long, and some 31.  The odd man out is […]

Hublot Pays Tribute To Brazil and Oscar Niemeyer

Hublot, now the official timekeeper of the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil is paying a tribute to the nation of Brazil and one of the country’s most celebrated figures, architect Oscar Niemeyer. Working in conjunction with Niemeyer, Hublot has unveiled their Aero Bang Niemeyer series. The Aero Bang Niemeyer celebrates Niemeyer’s 104th birthday with only 104 […]

The Reverso Line For Jaeger LeCoultre

The Reverso watch line has been an iconic image of Art Deco style for Jaeger LeCoultre since its inception of the first Reverso in 1931. It is an accomplishment for a brand to be successful for such a long time; it is even more impressive that the Reverso’s style is still as popular and acclaimed […]

The Hublot Ferrari Big Bang Chrono Tourbillon

Limited to just 20 pieces, the Hublot Ferrari Big Bang Chrono Tourbillon has debuted in celebration of the 20th anniversary of the first Ferrari in China. The features of this sporty special edition piece make this watch a distinctive top speed collaboration between the Italian auto brand and luxury Swiss watchmaker. The timepiece boasts PVD Titanium buckles, exposed internals, red sapphire-tint crystal and the […]

Breguet Celebrates 10 Years on Madison Avenue With $10 Million Collection

The first U.S. boutique for world renowned watchmaker Breguet celebrated a decade on Madison Avenue last night with an exclusive cocktail reception showcasing a selection of the brands most coveted timepieces and high jewelry valued at $10 Million. Breguet’s U.S. brand president, Mr. Michael Nelson was joined by friend of the brand, actor Dominic Chianese (The Sopranos), […]

Greubel Forsey Announces The Opening Of The Time Art Gallery In Shanghai

This week, Greubel Forsey opened its first Time Art Gallery on the Bund in Shanghai, China.  The elegant space displays watches that Robert Greubel and Stephen Forsey have created since their company debuted 13 years ago.  Also on display are timepieces by independent master watchmakers that Robert and Stephen admire, and a collaborative contemporary art […]

Christie’s New York Set To Auction Elizabeth Taylor’s Lord Kalla Watch From Vacheron Constantin

In celebration of the extraordinary life and legacy of Elizabeth Taylor, Christie’s New York will hold a four day auction of the icon’s spectacular jewelry, fashion, and art collection taking place December 13th through 16th. One of the highlights of the auction is the magnificent Lord Kalla watch from Vacheron Constantin, estimated at $300,000-$500,000. It is no […]

Cartier Opens Revamped Boutique in Singapore

Cartier Singapore revealed a redesigned boutique in Ngee Ann City during an exclusive launch event.  The private celebration included a ribbon-cutting ceremony that was overseen by Christopher Kilaniotis, managing director of Cartier. Singapore’s most prominent socialites stepped out for the event that, of course, prominently displayed the French jeweler’s dazzling watches and jewelry.  Pieces from […]

Limited Edition Bentley and Breitling Chronograph

Bentley and Breitling, have collaborated on a limited edition chronograph. Inspired by Juha Kekkonen, who in the Bentley Supersports convertible broke his own ice speed record at 205.48mph on the frozen Baltic Sea, off the Finland coast. The limited edition chronograph accompanies the ISR Supersports convertible in a limited production number of 100 each and […]

FIRST UK RICHARD MILLE BOUTIQUE OPENS IN HARRODS NEW FINE WATCH ROOM

Richard Mille unveiled its first UK boutique in the prestigious new Fine Watch Room at Harrods. The 18-square-meter space will showcase a complete range of Richard Mille timepieces, including tourbillons and limited editions, as well as new releases such as the RM 030 with declutchable rotor, the RM 032 divers watch, the extra flat round shaped RM 033 […]

PIAGET HOSTS THE NEW YORK PREMIERE OF MADONNA’S NEW FILM, “W.E.”

It was a glamorous affair at The Museum of Modern Art last night, as Piaget presented a special VIP screening of Madonna’s directorial debut, ‘W.E.’. Famous friends and fans came out to celebrate her and the film’s star, Andrea Riseborough, including celebrated artists, Julian Schnabel, Patti Smith, Marina Abramović, Marilyn Minter, photographers, Steven Meisel and […]

Westime Expands in Southern California with New La Jolla Boutique

Just in time for the busiest shopping week of the year, Westime opened its third luxury watch boutique in Southern California. The 2,500 square-foot store debuted last week in the exclusive seaside destination of La Jolla, north of San Diego. “La Jolla is one of the most beautiful communities on the California coast at any time of year” says […]

David Orgell & Ulysse Nardin To Host “Moonstruck in Beverly Hills” Event

David Orgell & Ulysse Nardin on Rodeo Drive will host the special event “Moonstruck in Beverly Hills”  this Wednesday, December 7, 2011 from 8:00pm-10:00pm. Ulysse Nardin will unveil “THE MOONSTRUCK” in both Platinum & Rose Gold, Limited Editions. Guests will have the opportunity to meet the representative from the factory and enjoy champagne, cocktails, and hors […]

Haute Event: Baume & Mercier Winter Seaside Celebration With Emmanuelle Chriqui Benefiting Love146

On December 1st, Baume & Mercier, the luxury Swiss watchmaker, hosted a private event at the Tourneau TimeMachine to bring awareness to the charitable organization, Love146, with special guest Emmanuelle Chriqui. Love146 uis an organization which works to end child sex slavery and exploitation. In 2008, Baume & Mercier sent Pulitzer Prize winning photojournalist Carolyn Cole to Southeast Asia […]

PETITE HEURE MINUTE DRAGON BY JAQUET DROZ

Since they first met more than three centuries ago, Jaquet Droz and China have been steady companions. Today, the Manufacture is celebrating the Chinese New Year with the Petite Heure Minute Dragon, a precious timekeeper that sparkles with exceptional brilliance. Long a creature of legend in Chinese civilisation, the Dragon has always fascinated men and […]