There is a moment, early in the life of a well-travelled watch, when it ceases to be merely an instrument and becomes a memoir. The scratches on the bezel tell of a doorway brushed too closely in Marrakech, the faded lume recalls a sleepless night in a Tokyo hotel room. …
August, 2026
July, 2026
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20 July
DAVID VAN HEIM, A SECOND-GENERATION VISION RESHAPES GENEVA’S INDEPENDENT WATCHMAKING LANDSCAPE
Less than a year into its generational transition, the Genevan watchmaking house David Van Heim is demonstrating that the most compelling evolutions in independent horology often stem from a deeply personal legacy. Since taking the helm last March, Davide Jan Pilo has orchestrated a comprehensive transformation of the brand founded …
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16 July
ROGER VIVIER’S L’ATELIER DES PAPILLONS, HAUTE COUTURE CRAFTSMANSHIP TAKES FLIGHT
Within the hushed, storied salons of Maison Vivier, a quiet revolution is unfolding. During Paris Haute Couture Week, Creative Director Gherardo Felloni has unveiled L’Atelier des Papillons, the Autumn-Winter 2026/27 Piece Unique collection. It transcends the conventional boundaries of fashion, positioning itself firmly in the realm of the collectible. With this season’s presentation, …
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15 July
A MILESTONE IN TIME, REFLECTING ON 45 YEARS OF THE HONG KONG WATCH & CLOCK FAIR
As September approaches, the Victoria Harbour waterfront prepares to host the watch industry’s most anticipated annual gathering. For those of us who have chronicled the evolution of horology for decades, there is a particular rhythm to the calendar—and September has always resonated with a distinctly “Hong Kong” beat. This year marks …
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11 July
JAEGER-LECOULTRE WELCOMES OMAR SY, A PARTNERSHIP FORGED IN THE UNSEEN HOURS
In the world of fine watchmaking, where mastery is measured in generations instead of moments, Jaeger-LeCoultre has announced a new collaboration that feels more like a natural convergence of like-minded spirits. The Maison has named acclaimed French actor Omar Sy as its newest Friend of the House, introducing him through …
June, 2026
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29 June
TITI ADESA’S ‘ROOTED’ COLLECTION AND THE BEAUTY OF EVOLUTION
In the fast-paced world of luxury fashion, a pause is often perceived as a risk. Yet, for Titi Adesanya, the founder of Titi Adesa, it was a necessity, a deliberate step back to build a foundation worthy of her vision. Now, after a two-year hiatus, the acclaimed footwear designer makes …
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29 June
THE BR-05 CHRONO S.T. DUPONT BY BELL & ROSS
In the world of haute horlogerie, the most compelling stories are found in the textures, the nuances, and the quiet dialogues between disciplines. This season, Bell & Ross writes a particularly evocative chapter, not just in partnership with a fellow French maison, but in a profound celebration of the epicurean …
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25 June
MAURICE LACROIX RECALIBRATES THE SPORTS WATCH WITH THE PONTOS S SOLAR COLLECTION
In the rarefied air of Swiss Haute Horlogerie, the conversation has long been dominated by the intricate ballet of mechanical calibres. Yet, in a decisive pivot that speaks to both contemporary lifestyle demands and technological pragmatism, Maurice Lacroix has unveiled the new Pontos S Solar and Pontos S Solar Chronograph. …
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16 June
VENEZIANICO’S ARSENALE MOISSANITE MARRIES VENETIAN HERITAGE
In the ultra-competitive landscape of independent watchmaking, the ability to balance rigorous geometric architecture with decorative artistry is a rare feat. With the unveiling of the Arsenale Moissanite, Venetian brand Venezianico has done precisely that, charting a sophisticated new course into the jewelry-watch segment. By integrating the sharp, structural lines …
May, 2026
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22 May
THE CYBORG CY 06-1 BY EMERA REFUSES TO PLAY BY THE RULES
There is a moment, perhaps once every five years, when a watch stops me mid-sentence. Not because it’s complicated, God knows we’ve seen every tourbillon, every nano-coating, every “world’s thinnest”, but because it feels different. It carries an intent that bypasses the brain and lands somewhere in the gut, the EMERA CYBORG …
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