Chanel Premiere H3258 Ladies wristwatch

This year’s edition of the Only Watch charity auction features the very first pair of watches in Only Watch history. The creator of this unique watch duo is no one else but Chanel, a brand that celebrates the 20th anniversary of the contemporary-styled Chanel J12 timepiece. To celebrate the anniversary in the best possible way, Chanel has updated and improved the J12, so it now features the Caliber 12.1, a new Chanel-exclusive Manufacture self-winding movement. Kenissi, a Geneva-based movement manufacturer that was acquired by Chanel earlier th...

One of the best-kept secrets of the watch industry has finally been revealed – the Chanel Code Coco, a fusion of a watch and a bracelet, inspired by the clasp of the iconic 2.55 bag. Just in time for the Paris Fashion Week, Chanel unveils its Code Coco, a supremely elegant, contemporary timepiece that bridges the gap between the watch and the bracelet, between watchmaking and jewelry. The design of the Code Coco incorporates a flexible steel bracelet with quilted motif, nod to Chanel’s trademark quilting, and with no classic buckle or clasp....

Chanel’s cult classic, J12, which is made using the highest quality materials, including ceramic and diamonds, now welcomes a tiny ceramic timepiece aimed at bold, courageous, emancipated ladies. The name of the watch is a word play on the initials for “extra-small” and the word “excess.” These four models will come as three non-limited versions and a series of 150 cuff watches that will only be available from Chanel stores. The whole collection includes twelve different iterations. As announced by the famous luxury brand, the original dia...

For the occasion of the BaselWorld 2014 exhibition, Chanel presents the new version of its famous J12 model. The new J12-356 is described as the new generation of the J12 watches, which are now even more refined, more slender, and even more feminine than any of its previous editions. The name of the model expresses the idea of a watch that can accompany any lady wearing it all year round, and in any occasion. Judging by the preview images, one thing is for certain – the new watches are immediately recognizable as the members of the J12 family,...

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...

A couple of days ago, I took the opportunity to announce the new Couture Precieuse Collection by Piaget. As you may remember, this collection is designed especially for Biennale des Antiquaires 2012, and it represents Piaget's largest collection yet for the world's most important fine jewelery show. Today, I present a couple of jewelery watches by Chanel, all from the “Mademoiselle Privé” collection created for this year's Biennale. This is actually a commemorative collection designed to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the only High Jewelr...

This year marks the 25th anniversary of Chanel’s first model in the Premiere series. To celebrate the occasion, Chanel offers a new piece, designed especially for women who appreciate fine watchmaking. The new Chanel Premiere Flying Tourbillon is a high-end mechanical timepiece that is, just like any other watch in the Premiere line, distinguished by its octagonal case, directly inspired by the shape of the famous bottle stopper of Chanel’s iconic No. 5 fragrance. The new watch is designed in collaboration between Chanel and the honored Swi...

Place Vendôme, a square in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, and one of the oldest districts of the city, was once a home of Coco Chanel, a pioneering French fashion designer and a founder of the famous Chanel brand. Mademoiselle Chanel lived there at the Ritz Hotel in a room equipped with a rear door, which were an exit to her office, workshops and boutique, on the Rue Cambon. The Place Vendôme was also a cradle of the company's rich and successful history - it was here that Chanel launched her first collection of diamond pieces. Gabriel...

This brand new model, dazzling contribution to Chanel’s J12 line, is available in the Chanel boutiques since July. The model comes in black and white version and two sizes. Retail price for 38mm watch is $4,700 and 42mm version is sold for $4,900. The timepiece is water resistant up to 300 meters and suitable for swimming, snorkeling and scuba diving at depths. Big Arabic numeral, time-markers and sporty arrow-shaped hands are covered with luminous filling, offering the exceptional brightness even at the ocean depths. Hamilton started wear...