Swiss watch exports are on something of a roller coaster ride so far this year, surging in April, particularly in the U.S., as retailers and brand boutiques stocked up ahead of speculation about tariffs in an endeavour to avoid inevitable price hikes. Exports then dropped dramatically in May. According to the Federation of the Swiss […]
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 […]
In a surprise move, Tiffany & Co. introduces a new chapter in its storied watch design legacy with the launch of the Rope watch – equipped with cutting-edge solar-powered technology. Paying homage to Jean Schlumberger’s iconic rope motif—first developed in the mid-20th century—this new jewelry watch deftly blends form and function. Offered in two versions […]
To mark the 10th anniversary of its Astronomia collection, Jacob & Co. introduces its most technically ambitious creation yet: the Astronomia Revolution Four-Axis Tourbillon. As the name states, this new timepiece adds a fourth axis to the collection’s signature tourbillon architecture, once again pushing boundaries in the realm of high horology watchmaking. The standout feature […]
The Zenith G.F.J., with its bright blue lapis and mother-of-pearl dial, brickwork details and hero movement, quickly became the social media sensation of the 2025 Watches and Wonders, with journalists and collectors worldwide choosing it as a favorite. A few things account for the popularity of the watch, whose social media hits rivalled that of […]
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 […]
On Monday, April 1st, Watches and Wonders 2025 will officially commence in Geneva, Switzerland, bringing together the world’s most prestigious watch brands, collectors, and enthusiasts. Below, WatchGuys CEO Robertino Altieri, makes his predictions for the upcoming lineup. As the premier event in the luxury watch industry, Watches and Wonders sets the stage for groundbreaking releases, […]
Louis Vuitton’s commitment to independent watchmaking involves collaborating with some of the best of those independents. In its second partnership, the brand is introducing a five-piece limited edition of its Escale model in collaboration with Kari Voutilainen, an independent watchmaker with a workshop in Saint-Sulpice, Switzerland, acclaimed for his decoration and finishing techniques. The Escale […]
Omega expands its Seamaster Planet Ocean collection with the introduction of the new Seamaster Planet Ocean Worldtimer, bringing the brand’s world time complication into a more robust, deep-diving ceramic case. Previously seen in the Aqua Terra lineup, this latest iteration takes the concept just a little further, combining mechanical watchmaking with a contemporary travel design. […]
It was 1941, when the entirety of the world was at war, that Patek Philippe had other plans and instead embarked on producing reference 1518, one of the most complicated wristwatches of its time. The 1518 was produced primarily in yellow gold but also in fewer numbers in pink gold. Four examples were also produced […]