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Mar 5, 2015 | Contributor: Marissa StempienThe world of luxury watches is changing, and what was once an elite group of Swiss brands now consists of a wide variety of young horologists willing to push the envelope. HYT Watches has been praised for being one of these innovators. ... Read More | 
Apr 13, 2014 | Contributor: Marissa StempienThe close of 2014 Baselworld ended on a positive note last week with eight days of 1,500 exhibitors unveiling timepieces, jewelry and related products to over 150,000 attendees including journalists, buyers and visitors. The annual event held each year in the city of Basel, Switzerland, is the leading tradeshow in international luxury watches and jewelry. ... Read More | 
Apr 2, 2014 | Contributor: Marissa StempienMonaco may not be the place we immediately think of when we start to dream of luxury watches, but Ateliers deMonaco is definitely beginning to attract our attention. Premiering their Tourbillon Oculus Petite Minute at Baselworld this week, the independent watch manufacturer is offering a new timepiece that parallels with some of the best Swiss brands, but with multinational designs and a unique take on craftsmanship. ... Read More | 
Apr 2, 2014 | Contributor: Jared Paul SternAt the exclusive Baselworld watch expo in Switzerland, famed French fashion house Hermès just unveiled one of the world’s most unique timepieces. Dubbed the Dressage L'heure Masquée, it cleverly obscures the hour hand’s indication until you activate it. ... Read More | 
Mar 31, 2014 | Contributor: Marissa StempienCalling all the Richard Bransons of the world, Breva has released a new timepiece just for you. To combine your love for adventure and luxury, the Swiss brand has created the Génie 02 Air, a unique blend of both functional altimeter and handsome watch that will cater to even the most discerning thrill-seekers. ... Read More | 
Mar 31, 2014 | Contributor: Marissa StempienWhile most classic, luxury timepieces have simple characteristics and clean styling, Girard-Perregaux’s Neo-Tourbillon with Three Bridges is taking traditional detailing to a whole new level. A reinterpretation of the heritage Tourbillon with Three Bridges made almost 150 years ago, the new timepiece focuses on maintaining quality craftsmanship while reinventing design for the modern era. ... Read More | 
Mar 28, 2014 | Contributor: Marissa StempienAs Baselworld gets into full swing some of the most prestigious and well-known horological brands in the world are releasing some truly stunning timepieces that we can’t wait to get our hands on. One of the new watches, only previewed at Baselworld 2013, is Breguet's Classique Tourbillon Extra-Plat Automatique 5377—a sleek piece inspired by Breguet’s affinity for innovative craftsmanship. ... Read More | 
Mar 26, 2014 | Contributor: Marissa StempienToday Tudor is announcing the release of their new Tudor Heritage Black Bay watch. The second edition of the Black Bay timepieces, this new luxury watch pays homage to the brand’s predecessors through form, aesthetics and function—a complete reinterpretation of the 2012 version. ... Read More | 
May 3, 2013 | Contributor: Jared Paul SternAt the Baselworld watch expo that wrapped up yesterday in Switzerland, luxury timepiece brand Breitling unveiled a real-life James Bond gadget: the world’s first watch with a dual frequency locator beacon. Better yet, the stylish luxury timepiece does double duty as a high-tech search-and-rescue instrument. The Emergency II, with a steel case and yellow dial, is priced at $15,750 and is fully compliant with the Cospas-Sarsat international satellite alert system which serves to both issue alerts and guide search and rescue missions. Developed in conjunction with a major scientific institute specializing in aerospace, defense and industry, the Emergency II also features a revolutionary rechargeable battery and an integrated a... Read More | 
May 1, 2013 | Contributor: Jared Paul Stern | 1 CommentChopard, the Swiss-based luxury watch, jewelry, and accessories brand, was founded in 1860 by Louis-Ulysse Chopard when he was only 24. Today, the brand is celebrating the 20th anniversary of one of its most coveted timepieces with a new model and customization options. The Happy Sport collection, as the name implies, is designed to be elegant, sporty and playful. To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the first model in the collection, Chopard is releasing a women's version of the model, called the Happy Sport Medium Automatic. The new model will be available in eight different variations priced from $8,100 to $41,240. An open sapphire crystal back is exquisitely feminine and allows the wearer to see the watch's self-winding movement.... Read More | 
Apr 25, 2013 | Contributor: Nicolle KeoghThe luxury watch and jewelry world’s most prestigious and anticipated event of the year commences today for a week-long exhibit that is sure to be fantastic. Held in Geneva each spring, the fair features around 1,800 companies who wish to showcase their timepieces, jewelry, and precious stone pieces along with the latest developments and innovations within their respected industries. This year, one brand whose selections we have been particularly looking forward to seeing is Raymond Weil, and it just so happens that the Swiss label is helping kick off this year’s coveted event in a musical way.... Read More | 
Mar 15, 2013 | Contributor: Annalisa SolariAs grandsons of the renowned Swiss watchmaker Raymond Weil, brothers Elie and Pierre Bernheim were raised surrounded by master craftsmen, developing a passion and in-depth knowledge of watchmaking early on. With timepieces constructed with the upmost excellence and exquisite designs, these young brothers have successfully created a Swiss luxury watch brand for a new era of collectors. And now, for the first year ever, the Bernheim brothers and co-founders of 88 Rue du Rhone will be presenting their collection at the Baselworld Fair next month.... Read More | 
Mar 11, 2013 | Contributor: Annalisa SolariAs a self-proclaimed aficionada for all things shiny (with an extra affinity towards watches,) the up-coming Baselworld set to commence April 25 already has me giddy with anticipation. Every spring some 1,800 of the world’s most renowned companies from the watch, jewelry and precious stone industries that flock to this Swiss watch making mecca to display their luxury collections.... Read More | .jpg&w=100&h=100)
Mar 21, 2012 | Contributor: James Rothaar | 3 CommentsThe collaborative efforts of Hublot and Ferrari made its public debut this month at in Suzuka City, Mie Prefecture, Japan. The Big Bang Ferrari wristwatch was formally introduced at the Ferrari Racing Days Suzuka 2012 at the Suzuka International Racing Course.... Read More | 
Mar 9, 2012 | Contributor: James Rothaar | 4 CommentsBloomberg reported on the then-forthcoming Hublot $5-million women’s wristwatch back in early October 2011. The much-anticipated timepiece finally met the world yesterday on the first day of BASELWORLD Watch and Jewellery Show in Basel, Switzerland, according to a report filed by the AFP.... Read More |
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