Not that you wouldn’t expect a grand House like Dior – one of the most commanding icons in the haute couture world – to do diamond and gemstone timepieces superbly … but this year, Dior has pulled out all the stops. The brand has unveiled an entirely new collection that is at once both fascinating…
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Armin Strom is a master at resonance, as well as at skeletonization. These two things come together beautifully in the Gravity Equal Force watch the brand first released in stainless steel last fall. Now, it brings this horological masterpiece to the forefront in 18-karat rose gold. Giving it a sophisticated appeal, Armin Strom finishes…
Watch Stops 2011: BaselWorld — Corum Brings Golden Bridge to New Era
Since the first mechanical Corum Golden Bridge watch was unveiled to the world in 1980 it has been a shining star – an acclaimed masterpiece due to its mysterious appeal and clean look. The exceptional baguette movement with innovative linear construction wrote watchmaking history. Now, the brand releases the first automatic variation of the timepiece…
Watch Stops 2011: BaselWorld – Carl F. Bucherer Brings Out the Manero Chrono-Perpetual
Combining just the right complexities for today’s busy executive, Carl F. Bucherer unveils the limited edition Manero Chrono-Perpetual in rose gold ($46,200) or in stainless steel ($31,000). The automatic watch (housing the caliber CFB 1904) offers chronograph, flyback, perpetual calendar, date indication, day, month, leap year and moon phase indicator. It is chocked wit h49…
Watch Stops 2011: BaselWorld – Chopard Dons Diamonds Like Never Before
BaselWorld is shimmering. If there was an economic recession – it may not be so evident walking the halls here this week. Everywhere one turns, diamonds and gemstones adorn the finest timepieces from the best brands. New from Chopard is the Luma high jewelry watch. The dial is adorned with a carpet of brilliant-cut diamonds.…
Watch Stops 2011: BaselWorld — Hermes and the Man in the Moon
Hermes this year is dedicated to offering watchmaking function as well as form, and has a host of important pieces this year. One key model is the classically elegant Arceau Grande Lune watch – offered with either a black or white dial. Part of the iconic saddlery-inspired Arceau line, the new piece features an alluring…
Watch Stops 2011: BaselWorld — Louis Vuitton Releases Minute Repeater
Although it won’t be available until late November of this year — and it is only being created first in a limited edition and then on demand — this amazing new Louis Vuitton minute repeater, dual time-zone watch by Louis Vuitton has gusto and powerful appeal. Unveiled here at BaselWorld, the watch offers – on demand –…
Watch Stops 2011: BaselWorld – TAG Heuer Release a McLaren Marvel
Tag Heuer is no newcomer to the world of automotive adventures. We’ve been loving this brand’s strong Monaco and Carrera watches since it burst onto the racing world scene long before it even had “Heuer” attached to its name. Made even more legendary on the wrists of celebs such as Steve McQueen in historic movies,…
Watch Stops 2011: BaselWorld – Rolex Releases New Explorer II
Here at BaselWorld, Rolex unveils the new Oyster Perpetual Explorer II, enlarged from 40 to 42mm and housing the new calibre 3187 designed and manufactured by Rolex. Crafted in a 904L stainless steel superalloy, polished and satin finished, the watch features a fixed bezel, winding crown, TWINLOCK double waterproof system, sapphire crystal with a scratch-resistant…
Watch Stops 2011: BaselWorld – Ulysse Nardin Does Jaquemarts Like Nobody Else
There are many things Ulysse Nardin does right – astronomical watches, silicium and other high-tech, experimental materials, and jaquemarts. Yes, this brand could be synonymous with jaquemarts – the figures on dials that move with the sequence of repeater watches. Ulysse Nardin is a master at building Jaquemarts – from its famed San Marco timepieces…
Watch Stops: BaselWorld – Patek Philippe Unveils Triple Complication
Patek Philippe is known for unveiling amazing new pieces here at BaselWorld and this year is no exception. While it focuses strongly on women’s watches this year — to be covered in detail shortly — the brand has an acute sense of complexity for men this year, as always. Actually, Patek Philippe releases, among other…
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