By Gordon Henderson The ocean. Given the science and the effects of global climate change, more than ever is required of us to help the environment. And it is refreshing to see a watch brand do its part to help implement that change, as well. Swiss watch brand Oris is on a mission to bring…
By Nancy Olson Back in the day, when the spring watch fairs were face-to-face, Rolex was always one of the hottest tickets in town at BaselWorld, with devoted fans, journalists and jewelers in queue to see the latest innovations. Well, some things have changed, but watch aficionados were still waiting with high anticipation to see what…
Presidents’ Watches From Biden To LBJ And JFK
Updated 2/15/21 With President’s Day here — it seems like a good time to take a look at which presidents wore which watches over the years. Current President, Joe Biden has been spotted wearing an Omega and also Seiko, as well as a few others – he seems to like watches. In fact, Chrono24 recently…
Introducing The Vacheron Constantin Year Of The Ox Watch
For Chinese New Year, Vacheron Constantin’s “Year of the Ox” Chinese zodiac watch is a superb rendition of the gentle beast. The oldest continually operating Swiss watch brand creates stunning Metiers d’Arts “The Legend of the Chinese Zodiac” watches every year in honor of the Chinese New Year and this one does not disappoint. The…
Jaquet Droz Celebrates Chinese New Year With Year Of The Ox Watch
The Chinese New Year begins today, and if you are into the Chinese zodiac, you already know that this is the year of the ox. To celebrate, Jaquet Droz creates two new limited series for the Chinese New Year. In fact, the Swiss brand has been offering two different pieces to honor the zodiac each…
Three Reasons Why The TAG Heuer, Porsche Partnership Works
Just last week, TAG Heuer and Porsche raced ahead and announced a long-term partnership to work together on collaborations. It seems that everyone was quick to rush to report the new affiliation. I, on the other hand, waited until all the fanfare slowed so that I could take a closer look at it and why…
Last-Ever H. Moser & Cie. Swiss Alps Watch: Final Upgrade
Independent Swiss watch brand H. Moser & Cie. is known for its avant-garde approach to design, its incredibly alluring gradient dials and – in the case of its Swiss Alp watch line – its daring creativity. Born in 2016 as a spoof on the concept of star watches, the Swiss Alp collection is all about…
Citizen Unveils Sensory Time Wellness Clock
Japanese watch brand Citizen unveils a new innovative scent-diffusing wellness clock called Sensory Time(TM) that is designed to release scents at critical points in the day and night. Billing the clock as a “fully integrated, time saving and a life enhancing product,” the brand is all about promoting wellness especially during these stressful COVID-19 times.…
IWC Wins The Super Bowl — Sort Of
Yesterday, when legendary quarterback Tom Brady led the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to victory at the Super Bowl, IWC was able to jump for joy. Tom Brady, making history yesterday, is an IWC Schaffhausen brand ambassador. This was Brady’s 10th Super Bowl and seventh win – making him the first player in history to win seven…
Light Reading: Chanel Launches ‘Eternal Instant’ Book To Celebrate 20 Years Of The J12
It’s a Chanel lover’s dream. The new Eternal Instant, Chanel J12 Automatic book celebrates the 20th anniversary of the brand’s iconic J12 watch that was initially launched in the year 2000. The 150-page book is a veritable professional picture book that pays homage to the original J12 – the first back ceramic round watch –…
Arnold & Son Unveils Perpetual Moon Year Of The Ox Watch
Arnold & Son takes this new Chinese New Year — Year of the Ox – -to new heights with its powerful Perpetual Moon watch that pays tribute to the loyal animal. The eight-piece limited edition watch features the brand’s signature high-precision moon phase indication in an aperture at 12:00 on the dial. It boasts…