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Greubel Forsey and Franco Cologni Awarded by FHH Cultural Council

Roberta Naas | April 20th, 2018

On April 18 at Cite du Temps in Geneva, the Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie’s Cultural Council announced the winners of this year’s awards that honor exceptional personalities and professionals who have left a significant stamp on the watch world vial creative, artistic and technical mastery. During the 6th annual “Hommage au Talent” award ceremony, the “Hommage au Talent” prize was awarded to the Maison Greubel Forsey for its technical horology, and the “Hommage à la Passion” distinction was awarded…

Patek Philippe Ref. 5270 Grand Complication, And Wempe Jewelers, On ‘Billions’

Roberta Naas | April 19th, 2018

For those who are avid television watches, and more importantly followers of the Showtime favorite Billions, if you were watching closely a couple of nights ago, you saw that one of the newest Patek Philippe watches unveiled at Baselworld 2018 had a staring role in the show. The watch, Ref. 5270 Perpetual Calendar Chronograph with stunning salmon-colored dial, was almost the star of the show. What you may not have realized is that the series’ star asking to plunk down approximately $187,000 for…

Hands On: Baume & Mercier Pulls Out All the Stops With New Clifton Club Indian Motorcycle Legend Tribute Scout And Chief Watches

Roberta Naas | April 18th, 2018

Avid watch lovers familiar with our site know that we have a special affinity for Swiss watch brand Baume & Mercier. Perhaps it stems from the fact that this brand has such a wonderfully inspiring roots story — founded by a husband wife team more than a century and a half ago – and dedicated to creating innovative product with good value. Perhaps it is because over the past three decades, we have formed a strong relationship with the brand…

Lady Gaga Teams with Tiffany & Co. for Today’s Super Bowl LI with HardWear Commercial

Roberta Naas | February 5th, 2017

Ok Super Bowl fans- get ready, in addition to some hopefully top-notch football plays, this year’s Super Bowl LI ushers in a first for Tiffany & Co.: The brand will air its first-ever Super Bowl commercial– starring Lady Gaga. Since Lady Gaga is performing at half-time as well (for free, we might add), the Tiffany & Co. 60-second commercial will air toward the end of the first half of the game. Lady Gaga teams with Tiffany & Co. to unveil…

Why the Groundhog Cares About Time, Weather and Groundhog Day

Roberta Naas | February 2nd, 2017

Today is Groundhog Day — when the furry creature emerges from his burrow to determine whether or not spring is in the air. If the groundhog can’t see his shadow — typically because the sun is blocked by clouds — spring will come soon. But, if it is sunny and the furry little critter sees his shadow, folk lore has it that he then retreats to his underground home to hibernate for another six weeks of winter. This morning, as…

We’re Off to See the Wizards, the Wonderful Wizards of SIHH 2017 — and a Peek Inside

Roberta Naas | January 13th, 2017

Ok, so today we officially close the office, put the team on high alert to focus on social media and head off to Geneva for the 2017 SIHH — the 27th edition of the by-invitation-only exhibition, and a show we have attended since it first opened. This year marks a number of firsts for this luxury expo, including the fact that for one day, at the end of the show, it will open its doors to the public (for 70 Swiss…

Piaget has Starring Role in New ‘Jackie’ Movie with Natalie Portman

Roberta Naas | December 13th, 2016

In the new film about the Jackie Kennedy — the last four days before President John F. Kennedy was assassinated — Natalie Portman, who plays Jackie, wears the original Piaget watch with jade dial that Jackie wore. Jackie Kennedy was one of the most popular and most photographed First Ladies of the 20th century and owning an outstanding green jade dial Piaget watch was indicative of her personal statement. She was known for her elegant fashions and accessories that bred…

Sexy Lingerie Meets Millions in Mouawad Jewels: Victoria’s Secret Runway Show

Roberta Naas | December 6th, 2016

Last night the annual Victoria’s Secret runway show took place in Paris and all eyes were on the sexy models — with feathered Angel wings — strutting not only steamy looking lingerie but also $12 million in diamond and gemstone jewelry from Mouawad.The theme for this year’s Victoria’s Secret runway left, in my opinion, a little to be desired, with Swiss Alps type gear and other unusual looks. However, the stunning Mouawad jewelry on the necks, ears and wrists could have…

American Christmas Company Brings Magic to Life in New York City this Holiday Season

Roberta Naas | December 1st, 2016

I was young when I saw my first Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting — the streets were packed, the air was so brisk and the wind so blustery that it felt as though I was being slapped by the cold. Still, I stood there – anticipating – waiting for the moment the lights would come on. In an instant, the monumentally large tree went from dark to multi-colored lights that threw beautiful shades of blue, red, green and gold across…

Cartier Unveils Sneak Peek at 3 SIHH 2017 Watches: Rotonde de Cartier Minute Repeater Mysterious Double Tourbillon, Rotonde de Cartier Skeleton Mysterious Hour, Panthere Joueuse

Roberta Naas | November 28th, 2016

For years, Cartier has been elevating its level of fine haute horlogerie watchmaking – unveiling some of the most complicated and mesmerizing watches on the market. Today, the brand brought us – one of the few members of the global press that is part of its fine watchmaking “club” — a sneak peek at three new timepieces that will be fully unveiled at SIHH 2017. Each of these three watches embody a signature look from the brand: the Mystery,…

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