We don’t typically write about jewelry here, but we know that we have women readers, as well as men, and this article has so much substance, that we couldn’t resist. For the first time ever, jewels owned by Queen Marie Antoinette are up for auction … and for the lucky buyer that could make you a…
(Portions of this article by Roberta Naas first appeared on Forbes.) Perhaps so than ever before, today’s watch brands are environmentally conscious and have been leading the way towards preservation of Earth’s resources for a couple of decades now. Some have even pulled out all the stops in recent years to create timepieces with…
First Review: Frederique Constant Ladies Automatic Collection, Launched With Gwyneth Paltrow
Last night in London, Frederique Constant introduced its all-new Ladies Automatic Collection with its global charity ambassador, actress Gwyneth Paltrow. There are several mos in the new series, and for each watch sold, Frederique Constant is donating $50 to Paltrow’s charity of choice: DonorsChoose.org (which supports education and sports for underprivileged children). Frederique Constant has…
Porsche Design Unveils 1919 Datetimer 70Y Sports Car Limited Edition Watch
Honoring the 70th anniversary of Porsche sports cars, Porsche Design, the design studio established by Ferdinand A. Porsche, unveils the new Porsche Design 1919 Datetimer 70Y Sports Car Limited Edition. The newest timepiece is a special edition to the brand’s 1948 collection, which marks the year that the Porsche 356 made its debut. That car was the…
Introducing the Corum Bubble Big Magical Djibril Watch Made With Djibril Cisse, AKA ‘The Lion’
Those who know Corum well may be followers of the brand’s pretty upbeat new Bubble collection of watches — with some often done in collaboration with artists and other noteworthy friends of the brand. Such is the case with the newest Bubble watch. For this creation, the brand joins forces with former soccer great, author…
Hands On: Tutima Glashutte Saxon One M With Midnight Grey Dial
I seem to have a affair with German watch brands. There is something special about the clean designs and the unflagging functionality of top-notch German watch brands. Tutima has all of this, as well as a great value/quality aspect. Additionally, the brand doesn’t need to make a lot of noise about itself. Once you…
Travel Through Napa Valley With Vacheron Constantin And The Overseas Watches (Slide Show)
Just a couple of years ago, Vacheron Constantin re-vamped and re-introduced its Overseas watch collection — geared as the perfect timepiece for the world traveler. The brand even hired renowned photographer Steve McCurry to photograph some of the most beautiful places in the world to inspire travelers. The collection quickly became popular around the world…
Ulysse Nardin Unveils ‘Freak Me Out’ Campaign For Freak Vision
It’s here. The all-new Ulysse Nardin #Freakmeout ad campaign for digital and makes its appearance this month worldwide. We recently wrote about the new campaign on our Perfect Timing column on Forbes.com. Now we bring you a close-up lo at the wild and wonderful cutting-edge campaign that has sharks swimming through Manhattan and .…
Just In Time For Father’s Day: Grahame Fowler, Analog Shift Create Custom Accessories
Father’s Day is around the corner. Stop searching for a gift for Dad because AnalogShift has the answer thanks to its most recent, pretty incredible affiliation with Grahame Fowler to create a custom accessories collection designed for watch collectors.The London-born, New York-based Fowler is a globally well-known haberdasher and a collector of vintage watches, so…
Build Your Own Mechanical Pendulum Clock
Via the National Clock and Watch Museum in Pennsylvania, we learned of a site called Clockworks, where – for those mechanically incd – can order all the makings to build you own Mechanical pendulum clock. The clock kit comes with everything from the movement to the pendulum, the chime block and rods, dial and hands.…
Justify Wins The Triple Crown At Belmont Stakes, Timed By Longines
Justify, ridden by Mike Smith, made history on Saturday when the horse won the Triple Crown and the 150th running of the Belmont Stakes, where the event was timed by Longines. Longines has had a long affair with the equestrian world, and is the Official Partner, Timekeeper and Watch of the 150th running of…