On the eve of its 20th anniversary, the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) is affirming its commitment to openness and innovation by announcing the creation of an international watch industry Academy, operational as of May 2020. This major initiative, in line with the unifying mission of the GPHG and supported by the City and… Untitled
CHAPTER 1: 1962 – 1969: El Primero, birth of a legend Between 1966 and 1967 Zenith’s management decided to develop a high-frequency movement oscillating at a rate of 36,000 vibrations per hour. It was the Zenith Chronometry Department, which prepared the parts for the chronometry observatory competitions, that was responsible for this research. The topic… Untitled
Dubai Watch Week is back for its fourth year, and it’s certainly the biggest and best yet. The event is free to everyone who loves watches and will include brand presentations, limited-edition watch unveilings, masterclasses and panel discussions. Some of the industry’s top brass are also in town, which continues through the weekend until November… Untitled
Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons, the region’s leading retailer of luxury watches and jewellery, is pleased to welcome Rolex to Dubai Watch Week, set to take place from 20 – 24 November 2019. Representing the benchmark for excellence in watchmaking, this is the first time that Rolex will participate at a watchmaking event in the Middle… Untitled
Inspired by one of the greatest living explorers, who has been a Panerai ambassador for over 15 years, the new submersible Mike Horn edition is not only a professional diving watch, but also a compendium of innovative solutions to make a contribution to safeguarding our planet. Considered by many to be the greatest living explorer,… Untitled
Longines has naturally chosen Rome to present the 2019 novelties of one of its emblematic collection, Longines DolceVita. Characterized by its rectangular case, this line is enhanced this year with new dials in white and blue starry night, interchangeable coloured straps and an additional oversized case. On the occasion of the watch presentation, Longines invited… Untitled
In a fantastic world where joy mixed with surprises and jewellery shined in classic films, a group of guests admired the beauty of the new Bvlgari Cinemagia High Jewellery Collection. Mr. Jean-Christophe Babin, Bvlgari CEO, Mr. Mauro Di Roberto, Bvlgari Jewellery Business Unit Managing Director, Ms. Lucia Silvestri, Bvlgari Creative Director and Mr. Kolia Neveux,… Untitled
Van Cleef & Arpels, the French High Jewelry Maison well known for its enchanting creations, opened its first heritage exhibition in the Middle East ‘Treasures and Legends’. Artistically displayed at Les Salons Van Cleef & Arpels Dubai Opera, the patrimony pieces exude savoir-faire and exceptional artistry work, all woven into the jewelry. Celebrating a century… Untitled
BOVET 1822 is proud to present a bespoke limited edition Récital 27 timepiece, created to mark the upcoming Salón Internacional de Alta Relogeria (SIAR) in Mexico. Taking place in October 2019, SIAR has become recognised as one of the world’s most important watchmaking events outside of Switzerland. Limited to four timepieces only, the exclusive Récital… Untitled
Unveiled during Paris Couture week this July, Van Cleef & Arpels’ Romeo and Juliet collection transports us to the universe of the Montagues and Capulets. The collection of 100 one-off jewels captures the drama played out between literature’s two most famous lovers. This year William Shakespeare’s 1597 tragedy of ill-fated love is the focus of the high… Untitled