L’Epee 1839, historic Swiss watch and clock brand, has teamed with Fiona Kruger Timepieces, independent watch brand, to create one of the most unusual mechanical clocks on the market. Called Vanitas, the skull-shaped clock actually even yawns. Fiona Kruger, designer extraordinaire who works magic with her intricate designs and extraordinary themes, regularly collaborates with artisans and…
Swiss watch brand IWC Schaffhausen wowed the world when it unveiled its patented Timezoner world-time watch a few years ago. Now, for the first time, the brand incorporates this function into the “Le Petit Prince” special editions watches. The new 46mm stainless steel Pilot’s Watch Timezoner Edition “Le Petit Prince” is a stunning blend of…
Introducing the Richard Mille $725,000 RM-27-03 Rafael Nadal Tourbillon Watch
Today in France, Richard Mille announces another winning watch: the three-quarters-of-a-million-dollar RM27-03 Rafael Nadal Tourbillon timepiece. The two have had a collaboration for seven years now, and Richard Mille regularly pulls out all the stops for the tennis player when it comes to shock resistant tourbillon movements and outrageous designs using high-tech materials. Now we…
Panerai Sets Sail as the Official Watch of the 35th America’s Cup
The world’s oldest trophy sport in international sporting events, the America’s Cup is coming into full sail. Beginning this Friday, May 26, in Bermuda, the qualifiers kick off of the 35th America’s Cup presented by Louis Vuitton. The competition for the oldest trophy in international sports dating back to 1851, witnesses America’s Oracle Team USA…
IndyCar Driver Marco Andretti Revs It Up With Ritmo Mundo
IndyCar driver Marco Andretti partners with Ritmo Mundo watches as a spokesperson for the brand both on and off the track. The 30-year-old Andretti is an American auto racing driver who pilots the No. 27 car in the IndyCar Series for fabled Andretti Autosport. He is the son of famed Mario Andretti, and is a…
Ulysse Nardin Signs On Elina Svitolina as Brand Ambassador, Unveils New Women’s Watches: Classico Grand Feu and Jade Metiers d’ Arts
Recently, Ulysse Nardin, the Swiss watch brand known for its pioneering spirit and marine heritage for more than 170 years, announced a new brand ambassador – a woman. Elina Svitolina, professional tennis player, joined the brand last month and has already visited the Manufacture and selected an Ulysse Nardin Lady Marine Chronometer as her watch…
Four Fantastic Floral-Inspired Women’s Jeweled and Complicated Watches
This year women’s watches are again all the rage, with some of the finest watch brands offering beautiful gemstone-adorned pieces and complex watches with artistic dials or complex calibers. Here we take a look at four fantastic women’s watches that hold hefty (but well worth it) price tags. MasterGraff Floral Tourbillon A magnificent work of art…
Omega and Astronaut General Thomas Stafford Honor 60 Years of Omega Speedmaster, AKA Moon Watch
Last week, with Madison Ave Watch Week in full effect and the eyes of the watch world on New York City, Omega celebrated the 60th anniversary of the Speedmaster in out-of-this-world style. At an event held in the commercial space in Zara Hadid, a luxury condo complex in the West Chelsea section of New York, Omega…
Pale Colors and Tropical Hues Mark Pantone’s Spring Picks
Earlier this year, the Pantone Color Institute announced Greenery as an important color. . Now, Pantone reminds us that for spring and summer (and even into early fall), a palette of important colors such as pale pinks, blush, and tropical hues are top of the list for spring colors by Pantone. Key colors that are great…
Watch Review: Porsche Design Monobloc Actuator Watch And Enter A Contest For A Chance To Win One
If you are a race car lover and a watch lover, read on, because this article is for you. At Baselworld 2017, Porsche Design unveiled the revolutionary Monobloc Actuator chronograph watch. Here we take a close up look at what makes this watch so special, and bring you news of how you can enter to win…
12+ Terrific Watches for Mother’s Day (slideshow)
Get off your duff and go get Mom something special for Mother’s Day. If she loves flowers, great get her an amazing bouquet, but because flowers will die — make sure they are accompanied by a great gift that says you care. Give the gift of time. Here we take a look at 12 terrific watches…