Blancpain’s Valentine’s Day model for 2014 is a beautiful mechanical wristwatch endowed with the iconic Blancpain Calibre 1150. The model is issued in a very special limited edition that comprises of only 99 pieces. It arrives in 33 mm-diameter, crafted from white gold. This charming three-hander boasts a delicate mother-of-pearl dial decorated with airy-hearts motif. There are two engraved hearts and a red transferred one, highlighted by diamond time-markers and Roman numerals in polished white gold. The bezel of the case is also decorated wit...

Hublot Classic Fusion Tourbillon Night-Out is the newest creation from this prestige watchmaking brand. The model is announced as an exquisitely refined evening watch, which symbolizes simplicity in its purest form. The Classic Fusion Tourbillon Night-Out is an evening watch made from black polished ceramic and fitted with a black lacquered dial. Its classic elegance is pronounced with 10 baguette diamonds, two polished rhodium-plated hands, and a magical aperture at 6 o’clock that reveals a flying tourbillon. In the spirit of true Haute...

The Longines Heritage 1973 is modeled after the vintage model produced by the brand in 1973. The shape of the case, as well as the interplay of contrasts on the dial, evoke the elegance of the 70’s with modern twist. The watch is fitted with the exclusive column-wheel chronograph movement, developed and produced by ETA exclusively for Longines - Caliber L688.2 (ETA A08.L01). The mechanism beats at 28,800 vibrations per hours and runs on 54-hour power reserve. It powers the hours, minutes and small second at 9 o’clock, with additional date indic...

Jaquet Droz is marking the arrival of a New Year and the seventh element of the Chinese zodiac – the horse. This old Swiss manufacture celebrates the seasonal event every year, as a certain homage to its founder who was also the very first watchmaker to enter the Forbidden City and the Middle Kingdom. For 2014, Jaquet Droz announces three exclusive models of the Ateliers d’Art collection, each made using the delicate techniques of painting, engraving and Grand Feu enameling. Jaquet Droz Year of the Horse models are available in three di...

Same as ever, RJ-Romain Jerome re-interprets modern history through a series of uniquely designed contemporary timepieces. The whole Moon DNA range commemorates the first exploration of the Moon and the famous first lunar landing, while its newest addition, the Skylab, honors the men’s visions about the infinity of the space. The watch is named after NASA’s first space station, which orbited the Earth from 1973 to 1979. This year’s release also marks the 40th anniversary of the station, while beautifully illustrating the brand’s passion for sci...

The new Piaget Altiplano 9000P has a case of only 3.65mm in thickness! The new world recorder beats the currently thinnest mechanical watch – Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra-Thin Jubilee - for no less than 0,4mm, or almost 10%. Piaget has accomplished this by using a clever engineering solution in which the caliber and the case are becoming one. More precisely, the case-back of Piaget Altiplano 9000P is at the same time a mainplate for the movement. The movement and the case are, therefore, integrated one into another, which means that there is n...

The Year of the Horse is starting on February 1st 2014, which is when this noble animal takes over from the snake. To mark the occasion, Vacheron Constantin presents two gorgeous creations that are made combining the arts of enameling and engraving. Each of these breathtaking dials showcases the brand’s matchless skill, evoking the free-spirited nature, might and power of a horse. Vacheron Constantin Year of the Horse model is crafted in pink gold or platinum, and it arrives in a strictly limited series of only 12 exemplars per version....

Parmigiani Fleurier is announcing its new partnership. This time, the famous Swiss watchmaker has partnered with Pomellato, the exquisite Italian jeweler. The fruit of their mutual collaboration is a new exceptional ladies’ watch named Tonda Pomellato. If you’re familiar with Parmigiani Fleurier, then you certainly know about the Tonda range, which comprises of classically elegant and refined pieces. The new jewelry edition is the modern take on this iconic collection, and it offers a selection of ladies’ watches graced with Pomellato-designed...

Chopard LUC XP Urushi Year of the Horse is the newest sequel to the brand’s prized Urushi series, which reinvents the traditional Japanese art of lacquer painting. The dials of Chopard’s Urushi models are made using the colored lacquers, created by blending pigments with clear lacquer. The paint used here is derived from the sap of the Urushi tree, or more specifically – from its resin. The resin can be harvested only once a year and it usually yields very small quantities of paint. It then matures for a couple of years, before it transforms in...

Hublot Big Bang Hublot Zegg & Cerlati Yellow Gold is a monochrome creation based on the idea of Tina Zegg and Carlo Cerlati. The watch was unveiled earlier this week at the prestigious Monte Carlo Christmas Ball. This year’s edition of the event, which is held under the patronage of HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco, has played with the theme of Yellow Gold and White Christmas, celebrating the splendor of the festive season. The Ball was a perfect occasion to present the new Bing Bang in yellow gold and entice guests into the magic of Christmas....

The new Jaeger-LeCoultre Grande Reverso Ultra-Thin Tribute to 1931 is inspired by the vintage aesthetic of the historical Reverso model. The new watch, same as its predecessor, arrives in a sophisticated ultra-thin case paired with a chocolate-toned dial. The celebration of the epic ultra-thin reverse has started in 2012, a year after the model’s 80th anniversary. This is when the brand introduced its Grande Reverso Rouge with a deep red dial, and later, in 2013, the Grande Reverso Ultra-Thin Duoface Blue. January 2014 sees the launch of the ne...

Jaquet Droz Lady 8 is inspired by the symbol of infinity and completeness, the figure 8, which is also Jaquet Droz's lucky number. This curvy shape is always depicted on the dial of the Grande Seconde, and it is often found in the number of Jaquet Droz's limited series. This never-ending source of inspiration is here reflected on the case and the buckle. As you can see on our pictures, the bezel is intertwined with a gem set ribbon that highlights the curves of the case, while a pearl or a round precious stone accentuates the coquettish nature...

Breitling Super Avenger Military is a high-end time instrument designed for the members of elite forces. This rugged military-inspired chronograph is crafted from highly resistant stainless steel and sealed against the ingress of water to up to 300 meters. As you can see on the pictures, the surface of the watch is black-tinted, which gives it a professional stealth looking appearance. The deep black color is produced by coating the 48mm-wide case with an ultra-resistant carbon-based coating. Its nocturnal shade nicely blends with the equally b...

Hublot’s new and exclusive Big Bang Ferrari UK Limited Edition is a 50-piece series of the brand’s famous Big Bang Ferrari model, designed to pay a tribute to Great Britain. Hublot Big Bang Ferrari UK Limited Edition will only be available at select Hublot retailers and Hublot boutiques in Great Britain. This special edition is painted in red, which is not only Great Britain’s national color, but also the Ferrari’s signature shade. The watch case is crafted from titanium and topped with a black ceramic bezel, while the red-tinted sapp...

The new Ralph Lauren Sporting Automotive Flying Tourbillon for SIHH 2014 will debut at SIHH 2014, in January. The new timepiece is an expansion of the brand's Automotive collection, and it is directly inspired by sleek curves of Bugatti Atlantic Coupe Type 57SC, a car owned by Ralph Lauren. As the name already suggests, the watch is a flying tourbillon, and this gorgeous complication is visible from the watch face. The tourbillon cage is located at 6 o'clock and the tourbillon itself supported only at the bottom of the cage, so it appears like...

The Patrouille des Glaciers competition is a bi-annual event of the world's largest ski alpinism race that starts in Zermatt and leadings through Arolla to Verbier. PDG and its participants represent the sense of adventure, and living life to the fullest, which is very dear to JeanRichard – "ordinary people doing incredible and extraordinary things". JeanRichard's collections Terrascope, Aquascope, Aeroscope - inspired by earth, water and air respectively – embody the basic elements of nature to which the brand has added its fire of passion, it...

On November 21st, in Los Angeles, Hublot hosted an exclusive dinner in West Hollywood to unveil the new version of its famous King Power Black Mamba model. The special guest of the evening was the NBA All-Star legend Kobe Bryant, whose picturesque personality inspired the precious timepiece. In addition to a ceramic version of the Black Mamba, Hublot is launching the more refined King Gold version of Bryant’s first namesake watch. Hublot King Power Black Mamba King Gold is, like the name suggests, crafted from Hublot’s proprietary material...

Hublot King Power Guga Bang, in a limited edition of 100, was unveiled a couple of days ago. On the occasion, Hublot has announced that it will be supporting the renowned tennis player's charity, the Instituto Guga Kuerten ("Guga Kuerten Institute"), which is dedicated to helping disabled people by providing developmental opportunities, sports, and education, and promoting social inclusion in Brazil. A portion of the sales from Hublot King Power Guga Bang will benefit the Guga Kuerten Institute. Hublot King Power Guga Bang watch is craft...

Cartier Tortue watch, inspired by the shell of a tortoise, was for created back in 1912. This exceptional model of a unique design has immediately captured attention of watch connoisseurs and, even today, it remains one of the Cartier’s most sought-after creations. For 2014, Cartier creates its Tortue for ladies arrives in two sizes, both fitted with manufacture movements. The new Tortue models are smaller and thinner, and the flat facets are now replacing the domed case of the original model. What remains the same are the generously sized...

In 2014, Cartier will release the new member of the Calibre Collection – Cartier Calibre Diver. As the name suggests, Cartier’s new release is a luxury diver’s watch. The brand did not reveal many details, but we know that it arrives in a 42mm wide case, crafted from pink gold. According to some sources, the Calibre Diver will be available in stainless steel, as well. The watch is designed to withstand water pressure to up to 300 meters. Despite of its distinctively sporty design and a fluted rotating bezel, Cartier’s Calibre Diver is only 11mm...

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept was originally unveiled more than ten years ago, in 2002, to mark the 30th anniversary of the Gerald Genta’s iconic design. The last Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon watch was launched back in 2011, and the brand now prepares yet another sequel to the futuristic, high-end series. The 2011 Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon GMT was rendered in sandblasted titanium and black ceramic, while the new version, for 2014, uses bright white ceramic for more refined, fresher look. The case is crafted from titanium and...

Vacheron Constantin's upcoming release is a high jewelry model, designed for ladies, from the Patrimony collection. The watch is crafted from white gold and it measures only 30mm in diameter. The whole of its case is prong-set in sparkling white baguette-cut diamonds, totaling at around 10.60 carats. In addition to this small model, Patrimony Traditionnelle High Jewellery is also available in 40 and 35mm versions. The larger variants are powered by a mechanical movement, while the small model runs on Swiss-made quartz movement. The dial of t...

Just as its name suggests, the new Vacheron Constantin Malte Tourbillon Collection Excellence Platine is entirely crafted from precious platinum. This model belongs to the famous Collection Excellence Platine range, which was launched back in 2006. This prestigious line is comprised of limited edition models designed for the most avid collectors of fine timepieces. The beautiful Malte Tourbillon, which was released in pink gold, about a year ago, now joins the exceptional platinum range. The new Malte Tourbillon Collection Excellence Pla...

The Big Bang Caviar Lady 305 Collection was unveiled yesterday, at Zuma restaurant at the EPIC Hotel in downtown of Miami. The new watch collection comprises of two interesting pieces modeled after the Hublot’s famous one million dollar Black Caviar timepiece. Two new feminine models feature a sleek graphic look with sharp angles and reliefs, cut, bevelled and polished just like its luxurious predecessor. Hublot Big Bang Caviar Lady 305 boasts blue accents, evoking the sand, sun and sea o South Florida. Its 41 mm-diameter case is topped with to...

Rebellion 540 Magnum Tourbillon is a watch that excells in endurance watchmaking, thanks to the proprietary REB T-14 movement with 14 days of power reserve. The enormous amount power reserve, which is one of the main features of the watch, is possible thanks to the twin mainspring barrels, which are arranged in series for optimal performance. The barrels are individually relief-engraved with 'Passion' 'Speed' 'Rebel' and ‘Extreme’ 'Victory' 'Glory’. The power is regulated by a large-diameter, 60-second tourbillon escapement, nested in a ceramic...

Zenith Academy Christophe Colomb Hurricane Grand Voyage is a gorgeously decorated timepiece that showcases the artistic skills of Zenith’s enamellers, engravers and micro-painters. This fine, hand-decorated watch, is due to its exceptional finishing, issued in a 10-piece limited edition. The outstanding creation is also fitted with three major horological accomplishments: a patented gravity control system; a fusée and chain transmission mechanism; and an exceptional frequency of 36,000 vibrations per hour. Zenith Academy Christophe Colom...

Longines Heritage 1968 is an elegant square-cased wristwatch inspired by the watch designs of the 60’s and the 70’s. Longines Heritage 1968 was revamped in 2012, to mark the brand's 180th anniversary. This time, the brand launches a new chic and avant-garde model, which is available in two sizes and two different materials. The Longines Heritage 1968 is inspired by the old watch collections found in the Longines Museum, in the brand’s home city of St.-Imier, Switzerland. As the name suggests, a square timepiece dating from 1968 was the sourc...

Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph is a gorgeous new wristwatch designed for more casual watch enthusiasts. The model features one of the most sought-after watch complications – the sporty chronograph function. This dynamic and fresh model is painted in deep blue and lightened up by luminescent hands and hour markers. With its Maltese-cross-inspired shape, the bezel reconfirms the same technical and sporty character of the Overseas Collection, while the case-back reveals the stamped “Overseas” medallion - three-masted Amerigo Vespucci se...

Hublot has opened its 10th boutique in the United States. The new store was opened yesterday, at the Galeria Mall, in the center of Huston, Texas. Filipe Massa was the special guest at the opening ceremony, and was also appointed to cut off the ribbon at the entrance of the new Hublot boutique. As a part of the celebration, the famous Swiss brand has unveiled its new watch – Big Beng Ferrari Texas. The gorgeous new boutique spreads at around 50 square meters, representing the new Hublot boutique interior concept in the USA. The new combination...

A couple of months ago, I have introduced you with ochs und junior Moon Phase Patina, which offers the world's most accurate moon phase calculation in a wristwatch. This time, I’m turning to another of their owner’s fabulous inventions - Ludwig Oechslin’s annual calendar, which is a brilliantly minimalistic approach to the creation of this demanding mechanical watch complication. A typical annual calendar watch is usually built on no less than 40 individual components, but this one is brought to life using only 3 moving parts designed by Ludwig...

A. Lange & Sohne Saxonia Automatic Outsize Date, a model that honors the long tradition of Saxon watchmaking, is now issued in a special limited edition that comprises of only 25-pieces. The watch is powered by the good old Sax-0-Mat calibre, but it, this time, arrives in a pink-gold edition. The front side of the watch reveals the familiar interface with a double-aperture outsize date at 12 o'clock and a large seconds display at 6 o'clock. The famous Sax-0-Mat calibre, hidden behind the nicely balanced dial, is named after its Zero-Reset mecha...

Asia Haute Horlogerie Exhibition, WATCHES&WONDERS, was held from September 5th through 28th 2013, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center. Roger Dubuis was one of the many brands to showcase its exquisite collections to the connoisseurs, collectors and enthusiasts in this part of the world. One of the most beautiful pieces unveiled at the show was Roger Dubuis’ Velvet Haute Joaillerie, a watch from Roger Dubuis ladies’ collection. This gorgeous watch now comes in a luxurious red edition, symbolizing the world of Diva and evoking a wea...

The all-new OMEGA Seamaster Bullhead was secretly previewed at this year’s Baselworld, but it is now fully unveiled as a limited edition update to the iconic chronograph collection from 1969. Omega Seamaster Bullhead is easily recognizable thanks to its asymmetrical case and bezel, with a winding crown positioned at 12 o’clock and two chronograph pushers positioned on each side of the crown. The watch arrives in a distinctive shield-shaped case with inner rotating bezel. The pushers and the crown are retaining the old position, and they are onl...

The new, limited edition JeanRichard Aquascope is dubbed the Boat Race. The watch was announced on the 24 October 2013, at the Autumn Reception held at the BNY Mellon Headquarters and accompanied by the official timekeeper JEANRICHARD in London. This is when the Oxford and Cambridge University Boat Clubs accepted the new challenge for the upcoming season, and agreed to meet other on the Thames on Sunday 6 April 2014, for the Mellon Boat Race Challenge. Especially for this occasion, JeanRichard, the official timekeeper of this presti...

Girard-Perregaux Chrono Hawk Hollywoodland celebrates the seventh art and highlights the brand’s passion for the cinema and its commitment to celebrate movies. Somewhere last year, Girard-Perregaux has announced that it will become the official timekeeper of the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, in Los Angeles, which is currently still in construction. In the words of the brand, this new timepiece highlights the Brand’s engagement to celebrate the silver screen. Girard-Perregaux Chrono Hawk Hollywoodland arrives in a black ceramic case...

Ulysse Nardin’s Freak is definitely one of the most unusual projects by this famous Swiss brand, and one of the most stunning watches ever created, a true horological masterpiece. With its extravagant eye-catching design Freak is not necessarily to everyone’s taste, but it is certainly one of the most outstanding innovations in modern watchmaking – a watch without hands, without dial or a crown, equipped with a patented Silicium escapement that needs no lubrication at all. Ever since 2001, when the first Ulysse Nardin’s Freak was conceived, the...

Vacheron Constantin Toledo 1951 is a beautiful men's watch distinguished by its vintage appeal and a remarkable square case. The square-shaped watches by Vacheron Constantin were first introduced back in 1951. This new form of a wristwatch made a huge success, while the Italians even made a nickname for it, as a reference to its shape that reminds of a famous chocolate sweet – cioccolatone. For many decades, the brand has continued to nurture this design, as embodied in the “Toledo” model. This year, the Historiques collection welcomes yet anot...

Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Traditionnelle World Time INAH Piece Unique was auctioned earlier in October, at the SIAR 2013 Gala dinner. The aim of the auction was to support and promote the recovery of the national heritage of all Mexicans, and all of the proceeds from the sale of the watch were donated to the INAH - National Institute of Anthropology and History. The Instituto Nacional de Antropología e Historia was founded in 1939 to secure the research, preservation, protection, and promotion of the prehistoric, archaeological, anthropolog...

Chopard, the official timekeeper of the Mille Miglia for no less than 25 years, and Zagato, an independent coachbuilding company and a design center, are sharing the same passion for classic cars and the Mille Miglia. Their appetite for luxury and sports-driven mechanical engineering has inspired the first joint effort between two companies – the Chopard Mille Miglia Zagato Chronograph. The watch has undergone the exclusive Zagato personalization process, while the self-winding chronograph movement with date and dual-time displays was chosen by...

A couple of weeks ago, Audemars Piguet has revealed its limited edition that honors the American athlete. Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph Lebron James is an automatic chronograph with date display and small seconds counter at 12 o'clock. This subtle and refined edition combines 18-carat pink gold case and brushed titanium bezel. The very same tone echoes on the dial, the chronograph pushers and the gray crocodile strap. For this special edition, the start/stop chronograph pusher is set with tiny white diamonds, which is an extrem...

Dia des los Muertos, the most important feast in the Mexican calendar, honors the ones that have passed and celebrates their lives. On this day, the streets of Mexico are enlivened by countless colorful decorations, with flamboyant skulls as a main motif. As a tribute to this holiday, RJ-Romain Jerome launched a new watch design last year, featuring a colorful skull placed on a sleek black dial. This year, the brand celebrates the day with five new models, each limited to 25 pieces. RJ-Romain Jerome Día de los Muertos Diamante watches feature t...

Breitling Aerospace Evo is the most recent sequel to the famous Aerospace series, which was first launched back in 1985. This high-precision chronograph is fitted with a SuperQuartz movement, which makes it ten times more accurate than any other quartz chronograph. In addition, the design of the Aerospace is particularly simple and logical thanks to its rotating crown that controls a full set of aviator functions: 1/100th of a second chronograph, countdown timer, 2nd time zone, alarm, audible time signal (minute repeater) and calendar....

The watch is issued in only 30 individually numbered examplars, and it is the first ever series made of bright red ceramics. After developing the Magic Gold, Hublot’s Research and Development team has managedc to produce then brightly colored ceramic, thus paying a tribute to Ferrari and its signature red shade. Despite of its eyecatching appearance, the red ceramics has exactly the same qualities as black or white ceramics – it is hard, extremely lightweight, and very strong in resisting the compression. On the new watch, red ceramics is used...

Omega Sochi Petrograd pays a tribute to Russia and the city of Sochi, which is the host of the Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games. For this special occasion, OMEGA revamps a timeless design borrowed from nearly a century ago. This contemporary classic features an 18K yellow gold case of a vintage Tonneau-shape, and it is presented on a burgundy leather strap with yellow gold buckle. The dial is painted in silvery shades and lit by bold red accents, while the colors of the Russian national flag appear on the 24-hour track, minute track, and on blu...

The gentle and luminous OMEGA De Ville Prestige is aimed at ladies and presented on a soft white satin-brushed leather strap with mother-of-pearl finish and a 18K white gold buckle. The watch is crafted from white gold and it measures 36.8 mm in diameter. Its lively dial showcases delicate butterfly pattern, lit by nine diamond indexes set in white gold holders. There is also a date window at 6 o’clock position and a diamond-paved butterfly decoration, placed between 7 and 8 o’clock. The gracious watch face is embraced with a golden bezel set...

Shawn Carter By Hublot Classic Fusion watches are designed entirely by Jay Z and produced by Hublot. If you happen to be one of the many Jay Z fans, you may have even noticed a hidden teaser in Jay’s single "Otis" from 2011 – “a new watch alert – Hublot!” At the time, the rumor was that Jay Z had signed a business deal with Hublot, but this story has never been confirmed. However, Hublot’s latest release provides a solid evidence for these speculations - two new watches designed by Shawn Carter Jay Z! Jay Z watches are both Classic Fusion mo...

OMEGA Seamaster Aqua Terra 15000 Gauss is a beautiful masculine timepiece crafted from stainless steel and presented on either a matching steel bracelet or a brown leather strap. The watch measures 42.50mm in diameter and features a lacquered black dial with slightly yellowed surface graced with Aqua Terra’s emblematic vertical lines. The lower portion of the dial shows a yellow transferred inscription “15000 GAUSS,” ascertaining the special nature of the timepiece. On the inside, OMEGA Seamaster Aqua Terra 15000 Gauss features a movement de...

The photo above shows a teaser for the upcoming Richard Mille RM 011 Carbon NTPT Automatic, which is the very first wristwatch made from this high-tech material. NTPT Carbon was originally invented to be used for the sails of racing yachts, because of its advantageous properties: lightweights and high level of resistance against corrosion and shocks. Since NTPT has already proved its worth in nautical circles, it became increasingly popular and has been used for Formula 1 car chassis for the last two seasons, and for the fuselage of the forthco...

Laurent Picciotto is one of the most recognizable faces in fine watchmaking. Even though you may not know who this gentleman is, I'm sure that a lot of you can recognize the face of the owner of the Parisian Chronopassion. Picciotto's latest collaboration is the one with the Swiss watchmaker Hublot, and its fruit is this “Wild West” -themed timepiece – Hublot the Classic Fusion Jeans. The watch combines modern materials and the traditional blue denim fabric, aiming to appeal to all modern day cowboys. In the words of the brand, a modern cowboy...

Salon International de Alta Relojeria, established in 2007, is a premium watchmaking event dedicated to promotion and sale of fine watches in Mexico and Latin America. The most renowned watchmaking brands from all over the world meet during the SIAR, every year in October, in Mexico City, to present their latest creations. This year, the Swiss watchmaker JeanRichard introduces two special limited editions, comprising of 50 pieces each. The collections are paying tribute to the most emblematic animals of Mexico – the Golden Eagle and the Jaguar....