Forbes Life‘s newest watch writer weighs in on those releases dominating the horological zeitgeist – from downsized takes on familiar favourites to crucial new technical breakthroughs. In previous years, insiders tended to alternate between describing the vibe at Watches and Wonders as one that’s either significant or transitional. Truth be told: the reality is probably […]
This week at Watches and Wonders 2026 – the preeminent watch exhibition anywhere in the world – top watch brands pulled out all the stops as they unveiled eye-catching, head-turning new designs, materials and even world firsts. While many brands played it “safe” this year with simple aesthetics, stand-out brands made bold moves to leave […]
Cartier, best known for its high jewellery, has long been a significant force in watchmaking, largely due to its emphasis on distinctive case shapes and refined design codes. Models such as the Tank, Santos, Ballon Bleu, Baignoire and Asymétrique have become synonymous with the French luxury house. Hallmarks including Roman numerals, sword-shaped hands and sapphire […]
Sotheby’s September jewellery and watch auctions in Paris totalled €9.3 million (AUD$16.4 million), marking Sotheby’s best jewellery results in the City of Lights since 2018 and the fourth consecutive white glove sale for its Fine Watches auction. Both sales were part of Sotheby’s Paris Luxury Sales which included auctions for luxury handbags and wine and […]
King Edward VII declared Cartier the “jeweller of kings and the king of jewellers” in 1904. More than 300 of those jewels will be on display as part of NGV’s 2026 Melbourne Winter Masterpieces. Pieces of jewellery that have adorned the necks of Elizabeth Taylor, Rihanna, Princess Margaret, and the Duchess of Windsor are making […]
The autumn auction season for Sotheby’s begins with its “Fine Jewellery” sale in Paris on September 30. The auction is part of Sotheby’s Luxury Week in the “City of Lights” that features live and online sales of jewels, watches, handbags and accessories, and wine and spirits. The Fine Jewellery auction of 269 lots weighs heavily […]
There is a quiet renaissance happening in ladies’ watches right now, resulting from the culmination of various improvements in design, movement technology and proportioning. The development of scaled-down automatic movements combined with a renewed sense of restrained design has emerged, which means ladies’ watches are less girly and more dignified. At the same time, a […]
From Rolex’s first new collection in more than a decade to the world’s most complicated wristwatch, here are the timeless timepieces from the biggest watch show. Behind the scenes at this year’s Watches And Wonders Geneva—the most important trade show for luxury timepieces—the clock was ticking loudly to get new releases on boats before the […]
Boucheron, Chopard and Bulgari stole the attention on the 2025 Oscars Red Carpet, dressing the most stars including some of the biggest Oscar nominees and winners at the 97th Academy Awards ceremony held Sunday at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Boucheron The French high jeweler saw its jewels on a diverse group of Oscar […]
The buzz surrounding jewelry auctions tends to focus on the big, investment-grade gemstones, but auctions are also a prime source of unique, design-focused finished pieces of jewelry, many of them signed by prominent makers. The December sales of Sotheby’s, Christie’s and Phillips in New York are treasure troves of one-of-a-kind jewels, and this season is […]