WATCH TRENDS 2025 WILLIAM BARTHMAN
Rolex has brought a fresh new look to some of its most iconic models achieving a harmonious balance of functionality and aesthetics.
From its creation by Hans Wilsdorf more than a century ago, Rolex’s philosophy of innovation and excellence is more present than ever.
William Barthman and Bvlgari celebrated 140 years of excellence together at their event in October 2024.
For a record-breaking ninth time, The Bvlgari Octo Finissimo remains the thinnest watch in the world.
Bvlgari’s most iconic motif is the serpent, which symbolizes attributes of rejuvenation and sensuality.
The Bvlgari Bvlgari case evokes the columns of ancient Roman monuments, while the bezel is inspired by ancient Roman coins.
The Bvlgari Serpenti Seduttori bracelet is designed to mirror the look of a snake’s scales on your wrist.
PRECISION PERFECT
TUDOR partners with the new Visa Cash App BR Formula One team.
TUDOR WATCH TRENDS 2025
TUDOR presents bold new iterations of its most popular novelties, as well as classics that offer beauty of design and inherent, time-honored value.
THE ENDURING LEGACY OF HUBLOT’S BIG BANG
With a new crop of Big Bang timepieces, Hublot once again proves it is the master of the art of fusion.
Founded in 1868 in Schaffhausen, IWC still stands at the pinnacle of German watchmaking.
A NEW GENERATION OF GOOD SPORTS
Rugged and primed for action Breitling’s latest collections are vintage inspired, but with super-cool updates — and they’re not for men only.
EXPLORING TIME
Carl F. Bucherer ventures beyond traditional watchmaking by pairing design innovation with technical excellence.
LIVING THE HIGH LIFE
Frederique Constant’s motto, "Live Your Passion," is evident in every watch they manufacture.
MODERN & TIMELESS
Michele Watches are designed by women for women and are known for their feminine style and luxury.
CONVERSATION PIECES
Accuracy through electronics, presenting Accutron, the first instrument of the space age.
50 OUR GIFT GUIDE
William Barthman Associates picks for the watch and jewelry lovers on your gift list.
NOW & FOREVER
At William Barthman Jeweler, we are proud to share the fruits of our labor from our busiest year to date. Having completed renovations on our Brooklyn location, we were finally able to marry our storied heritage with the modern and sophisticated environment expected by our beloved clientele. Alongside our existing community, we are pleased to have greeted many new faces, and we look forward to continued growth in 2025. Family and community are at the heart of our organization, after all. From all of us at William Barthman, we want to wish you the happiest of holidays and a healthy, vibrant new year.
Being able to increase our hospitality capabilities, as well as beginning to curate a meaningful calendar of instore activation events, are big parts of our plan to solidify William Barthman as the ultimate luxury timepiece and jewelry destination—a home away from home where customers can browse and shop at their leisure away from the demands of everyday life, and build human connections with our staff. Comfort, warmth and relaxation are crucial to creating an oasis in a world that has become less personal and more transactional since the pandemic. By modernizing our showrooms, as well as fitting our repair centers with state-of-the-art technology, we are able to provide the highest quality service to our discerning shopper base as well. Our highly-knowledgeable network of professionals seek to share their passion for our products, focusing on making dreams come true without applying unnecessary stress around purchases.
Everything in our newly-renovated store was thoughtfully designed to provide a more personalized universe for our customers. Rich wood paneling, stone flooring, and custom-crafted lighting generate an inviting atmosphere.
Our bar area serves coffee or a cocktail, depending on your taste, and is perfect for taking a moment to reflect, as well as celebrating dream acquisitions. Come take a seat in one of our plush sofas or armchairs throughout the store and forget your troubles for a moment; warm yourself by our fireplace and feel at home.
Our store is much more than gleaming showcases filled with glittering diamonds or enviable timepieces— it is a world of wonder with new things to explore every time you visit.
To transition to a more boutique, selective layout, each brand was given its own dedicated spaces, some in the shop-in-shop format and others in perfectly-organized cases. Our watchmakers are pioneers in the timepiece industry, including Rolex, Tudor, Bvlgari, Hublot, Breitling and IWC. Each collection will undoubtedly delight brand enthusiasts and new connoisseurs alike. For jewelry admirers, we feature the finest pieces from four of our most esteemed Italian brands—Roberto Coin, Damiani, Pasquale Bruni, and Chimento—all helmed by accomplished artisans who have honed their craftsmanship for generations. We haven’t forgotten crystal collectors either; Baccarat is the perfect gift for yourself or someone you treasure.
Product is not the only thing we offer at William Barthman; since 1884, we have made it a priority to not only display an impeccable selection of timepieces and jewelry, but also support customers in customization, maintenance, and repair of their prized possessions. Add a unique touch to your watch or jewelry purchase with customization for yourself or someone special. Bring your piece in to our Manhattan or Brooklyn location for unparalleled repair and preservation services; you won’t be disappointed by our talented service specialists. As with our legacy, we want to make sure that vintage and modern heirlooms can be cherished across generations and passed down for many years to come, keeping alive heartfelt memories and shared histories.
Despite the prevalence of digital watches, the luxury timepiece market has not dried up; in fact, it is thriving. No matter your drive to purchase, the allure of a wellmade watch is undeniable. As the world modernizes further, luxury watch brands across the world are able to improve cases, dials, movements, and other features to the nth degree. This is precisely the reason we wanted to create our first-of-its-kind Watch Trends magazine edition to highlight the truly spectacular things our partners are doing. Outside their focus on the digital space, we wanted to compose a tangible offering to put the decision-making process right at your fingertips. We hope you enjoy this unique publication as much as we enjoyed putting it together.
After 140 years, William Barthman remains at your service, and we look forward to rounding out the year on a high note before entering an even brighter 2025. Thank you for being part of our family—past, present and future!
Sincerely,
The Natkins
WATCH REPAIR
why choose us for watch repair?
Our experienced watchmakers continue the William Barthman Jeweler tradition of offering fine watch services, from water-resistant battery changes to complete over-hauls, on all types of mechanical, automatic and chronograph movements, as well as simple quartz circuits. Our state-of-the-art Swiss diagnostic testing equipment will ensure your watch is serviced professionally. At William Barthman, we offer authorized/certified watch repair, parts and sales for many luxury watch brands. These timepieces require very specific care and maintenance in order to perform accurately. Your luxury watch will be serviced by a seasoned watchmaker using only authorized parts to preserve the life for your timepiece. Battery and bracelet fittings are a same-day service for your convenience. We also stock a vast assortment of watchstraps for most watches.
William Barthman features an on-site repair facility. Our master watchmakers are the finest in their field and utilize the latest technology to repair your fine timepieces. We also have a master polisher on the premises to keep those timepieces looking like new. They take great pride and care in your repair. Most repairs, watch sizings, polishing, and standard maintenance are done in-house. In our state-of-the-art shop, we are equipped with the latest watch making technology so that all of our work is done with maximum precision and care.
We invite you to visit either of our locations to see a firsthand look at how we care for you and your timepieces.
luxury timepieces and jewelry in the heart of the financial district.
The jewelry trade in New York City dates back hundreds of years, to a time when small workshops and foundries began popping up in lower Manhattan. By 1795, Maiden Lane had become a jeweler’s hub. Many of these shops have since migrated to other parts of the city, but a single store – William Barthman Jeweler, has held its ground.
Lower Manhattan continues to see significant changes, from thousands of new residential units being built, to several high-end retail stores finding a home in the area. Work still progresses on the new transit hub, just down the street from our location, as well as the rebuilding of the World Trade Center. Although William Barthman continues to be part of these changes, our core values and mission remain grounded as we enter our 141st year.
William Barthman is proud to be part of the worldwide network of Official Rolex Jewelers, allowed to sell and maintain Rolex watches.
As a renowned retailer of the world's finest watches and jewelry in New York City since 1884 we welcome you. Please visit our Manhattan showroom at 20 Broad Street, next to the New York Stock Exchange and we will be happy to help you find your perfect gift.
william barthman events
William Barthman and Bvlgari celebrated 140 years of excellence together at their event in October 2024. After completing a renovation at its Kings Highway Brooklyn this summer, William Barthman provided its loyal customers with a truly memorable evening, and Bvlgari was the perfect partner to bring a touch of elegance and dramatic flair to the party.
The Barthman team treated guests to their own Italian dream in NYC with a delicious aperitivo hour, mini dessert parade, and wine tasting. Adding sparkle to the evening, Bvlgari put some of their most exquisite timepieces on display, and delighted guests with a raffle. The esteemed invitees were dressed to impress, and made sure to wear their favorite Bvlgari pieces.
Now, more than ever, luxury consumers value the opportunity to educate themselves and connect with brands on a deeper level, getting fully immersed in the history and unique innovations they provide. After all, investing in a brand speaks to who we are and what we value in life. Wearing a timepiece or a piece of jewelry is a personal statement that allows us to communicate our identity to the world, and find others who share the same appreciation for quality craftsmanship, artistry, and style.
Above, clockwise from top left:
Octo Finissimo Skeleton Titanium Ref. 103610
Octo Finissimo Ref. 103812
Octo Finissimo Ref. 103667
Octo Finissimo Carbon Ref. 103779
WORLD’S THINNEST WATCH
For a record-breaking ninth time, The Bvlgari Octo Finissimo remains the thinnest watch in the world.
For more than a century, Bvlgari, the Italian luxury house, has been known throughout the world for its dazzling jewelry, often showcasing striking combinations of colored gemstones. In recent years the house has added another accomplishment to its identity: master watchmaker. And it’s all thanks to the numerous accolades, awards, and record-breaking of the Octo Finissimo, the thinnest watch in the world.
Bvlgari’s Octo watches, with their distinctive eight-sided dials, were inspired by one of watchmaking’s greats. In 2020 Bvlgari bought the watch companies Gerald Genta and Daniel Roth. Gerald Genta had and created some of the most desired iconic watches ever made: Patek Philippe’s Nautilus; Audemars Piguet’s Royal Oak.
Genta also designed a watch he called the Octagonal, featuring an eight-sided dial. It was a perfect fit for its new owner. “The octagonal shape is sacred for Italians,” said Elena Fransoni, one of Bvlgari’s marketing managers. She explained how it symbolizes rebirth, infinity, and regeneration, and she cited some historic examples: the eight-sided Star of Bethlehem, Florence’s Baptistry.
In 2012, watch creative director Fabrizio Buonomassa Stigliani had moved the company’s watchmaking division to Neuchatel, Switzerland, one of the centers of horology. Inspired by Genta’s design, Bvlgari launched its Octo watch and the company began to be viewed as a serious watchmaker.
In 2013, LVMH took Jean-Christophe Babin from his position as CEO of TAG Heuer and appointed him as CEO of Bvlgari. Babin had the idea to create a watch that matched the style of the time—slim, modern, yet elegant. Buonomassa Stigliani was on board. The watch team went to work.
In 2014, Bvlgari introduced the Octo Finissimo Tourbillon — at a mere 55 mm it was the thinnest tourbillon watch ever created in the history of the watchmaking industry. As Bvlgari has evolved the watch in various versions, the Octo Finissimo has been winning awards and breaking records year after year.
In 2016, Bvlgari released the Octo Finissimo Minute Repeater, setting a new record as the world’s slimmest minute repeater.
In 2017, Bvlgari scored big. It launched the Octo Finissimo Automatic, at 5.15 mm the thinnest self-winding watch in the world. It won the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève award (GPHG)—the Oscars of the watch industry—in the Men’s Watch category. That’s not all: the Octo Finissimo Tourbillon Skeleton won the prize for best Tourbillon and Escapement watch.
In 2018: more accolades. Bvlgari released the Octo Finissimo Tourbillon Automatic, the thinnest automatic and thinnest tourbillon watch ever made, measuring a hard-to-believe 3.95 mm thin.
2019: The Octo Finissimo Chronograph GMT Automatic was released, setting another world record for the thinnest ever mechanical chronograph in watchmaking history, at a 3.3 mm thinness.
2020: The pandemic didn’t stop Bvlgari from breaking yet another world record for the thinnest chronograph tourbillon, with its Octo Finissimo Tourbillon Chronograph Skeleton Automatic. That same year, Bvlgari’s Aluminum Chronograph won the GPHG prize for Best Iconic Watch.
2021: In a stunning achievement, Bvlgari won the top honor, the coveted Aiguille d’Or, at the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève for its Octo Finissimo Titanium Perpetual Calendar, the thinnest perpetual calendar ever made.
2022: Bvlgari won the GPHG’s Audacity prize for its ground-breaking Octo Finissimo Ultra 10th Anniversary watch; at 1.80 mm, the world’s thinnest timepiece.
In 2023 Bvlgari began making plans for celebrating its 140th birthday the following year. It launched a spectacular watch that owes its existence to the Octo Finissimo. The Fuochi d’Artificio has an explosion of colored gemstones on a gold cuff, radiating out from its tiny central dial like the bursts of fireworks that give it its name. “It was Marco Polo, an Italian, who brought fireworks back from China,” said Babin, who considers Bvlgari’s Italian heritage to be one of its greatest strengths. Another: the mastery of micro mechanics developed for the Octo Finissimo that enabled the creation of the new tiny piccolissimo movement that now powers several of the house’s magnificent jeweled watches.
In 2024 Bvlgari celebrated its 140th anniversary with a limited edition Octo Finissimo watch that features an illustrated dial revealing the movement in the form of a sketch. And it set a ninth world record with its Octo Finissimo Ultra COSC chronometer, certified by the Contrôle Officiel Suisse des Chronomètres. At only 1.70 mm (less than a penny’s thickness), it’s the thinnest mechanical watch ever made.
Octo Finissimo Ultra COSC Chronometer Ref. 104081
SNAKE CHARMER
Bvlgari’s most iconic motif is the serpent, which symbolizes attributes of rejuvenation and sensuality.
What does it take for a business to not just survive but to thrive for 140 years? The ability to adapt to the times and constantly refresh itself without losing its DNA. The power to seduce its customers. The possession of a signature image.
Those are traits that identify Bvlgari, the Italian luxury jewelry and watch maison. And they also describe the snake. The serpent has been a symbol of rejuvenation, of power, sovereignty, even divinity, going back to the ancient civilizations of the Aztecs and the Egyptians. The serpent’s slithering presence and seduction of Adam and Eve have given it a sensuous aura. The Serpenti has reigned supreme for more than 75 years. “The snake embodies rebirth, fertility, eternity, even sin,” CEO Jean-Christophe Babin said. “It is our bestseller. Sales have gone up 30 times in the last 10 years.”
Bvlgari has used the snake in all manner of offerings, whether turning the viper’s head into a closure for a handbag or its body into a strap for a tote or the arms of a pair of sunglasses. It even has its own scent, Rainforest Serpenti.
Then of course there are the world-renowned Serpenti watches and jewelry, like the 40-million dollar Serpenti Aeterna necklace created to celebrate Bvlgari’s 140th anniversary, and the award-winning Serpenti Misteriosi and Serpenti Cleopatra timepieces.
It was in the world of watches where Bvlgari’s love affair with the Serpenti began. In 1948 the sons of the founder, who had taken over the business, created a watch on a flexible metal link bracelet that’s still used today. They called it the Tubogas. The bracelet curled up the arm, like a snake wrapping itself around the wearer.
In 1962 Elizabeth Taylor was filming Cleopatra in Rome’s Cine Citta studios and became a Bvlgari regular. Inspired by her role as the beautiful Egyptian empress who died from the bite of a venomous asp, she bought a Serpenti watch.
Fast forward to the present day, and the connection between Cleopatra and the snake continues with Bvlgari’s exquisite Serpenti Cleopatra watch. The tiny dial is set in a wide cuff called a “manchette”, like the empress would have worn, made of snake-inspired rose-gold scales and set with precious gemstones. Bvlgari submitted the horological masterpiece to the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Geneve, where it won best jeweled watch in the latest awards ceremony.
The award followed in the wake of Bvlgari’s previous Serpenti watch win the year before. The Serpenti Misteriosi watch is a stunning example of a “secret watch” where the dial is hidden. “We created the smallest round mechanical watch movement ever, to slide into the mouth of the snake,” Babin explained. With the mouth closed, the watch appears as a snake, with its body of gold scales encircling the arm and its head a continuation of the jewelry, all set with diamonds, turquoise and rubellite for the serpent’s eye. The magnificent Serpenti Misteriosi won best jeweled watch.
These watches aren’t just gorgeous examples of jewelry, they are important advances in watchmaking. Each is powered by one of the world’s smallest movements, a manual-wound in-house micro-caliber called the “piccolissimo.” The extraordinarily tiny movement was made possible by Bvlgari’s mastery of micro mechanics, which had created the award-winning, record-breaking Octo Finissimo, the thinnest watch in the world.
Bvlgari offers a wide range of Serpenti watches Besides the Serpenti Tubogas watch based on Elizabeth Taylor’s classic, there’s the Serpenti Seduttori watch, which features the same dial in an ovoid gold case encircled with diamonds and a bracelet of gold scales.
In keeping to the snake’s reputation for rejuvenation, 10 years ago the Serpenti came out with another version, the Serpenti Spiga, named for the Italian word for wheat. A symbol of fertility and prosperity, the waving stalks of wheat are represented in the waving links of the watch’s bracelets.
There are solid stainless steel versions for those who want a modern look, and gold options, for those who favor a warmer appeal. For drama, Serpentis come in black DLC-treated stainless steel, as well as in a dazzling white ceramic version. And there are the bejeweled examples, remarkable in the beauty of their design as well as the excellence of their watchmaking. That’s what really sets Bvlgari apart, why the house, and its favorite icon, have become legends in their own time, and for the future.
Serpenti Tubogas Ref.103882
Above, clockwise from top left:
Serpenti Tubogas Ref.103149
Serpenti Tubogas Ref.101924
Serpenti Tubogas Ref.102791
Serpenti Tubogas Ref.101814
Above, clockwise from top left:
Bvlgari Bvlgari Ref. 103897
Bvlgari Bvlgari Ref. 103757
Bvlgari Bvlgari Ref. 104115
Bvlgari Bvlgari Ref. 103968
Opposite, clockwise from top left:
Bvlgari Bvlgari Ref. 103696
Bvlgari Bvlgari Ref. 103202
Bvlgari Bvlgari Ref. 103711
A CLASSIC REIMAGINED
The Bvlgari Bvlgari collection draws inspiration from ancient Roman art and architecture. The watch's case evokes the columns of ancient Roman monuments, while the bezel is inspired by ancient Roman coins.
The Bvlgari Bvlgari collection first debuted in 1977, marking the first large-scale men’s watch collection produced by the Roman Maison. However, the history of its design dates back two years prior. In 1975, the brand created a limited-edition model for its top clients called the Bvlgari Roma. The Bvlgari Bvlgari takes style cues from the Roma while serving as a permanent fixture of the brand’s catalog for nearly 50 years.
Like many of the Maison’s designs, the Bvlgari Bvlgari draws inspiration from ancient Roman art and architecture. For instance, the watch's case was meant to evoke the columns of ancient Roman monuments, while the bezel was inspired by ancient Roman coins. Speaking of the bezel, this is the signature feature of the line. Here, you have the instantly recognizable double logo circling the perimeter and perfectly framing the dial.
Over the past five decades, the Bvlgari Bvlgari has evolved while remaining true to its original essence. Bvlgari has long been a producer of watches crafted specifically with women in mind. So, it comes as no surprise the Maison has expanded the Bvlgari Bvlgari collection to encompass ladies’ models.
Within the brand’s current catalog, there are subtle and straightforward versions of the Bvlgari Bvlgari like the Ref. 103696, which features a monochromatic look with a classic stainless steel build, silver dial, and a subtle touch of sparkle with diamond hour markers. For a slightly more elevated look, you have iterations like the Ref. 103757. This model offers a two-tone design with a stainless steel case and bracelet along with a contrasting 18-karat rose gold bezel and anthracite lacquered dial set with diamond indexes. For those seeking a pop of color, the Bulgari Bvlgari line offers playful dials like the Ref. 103711 in pink or the Ref. 103202 in green. In addition, the brand has also used the Bvlgari Bvlgari as a platform for collaboration with examples like the Ref. 104115, designed in partnership with K-pop sensation and Bvlgari ambassador Lisa.
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SENSUALITY ON THE WRIST
Bvlgari Serpenti Seduttori
bracelet is designed in a hexagonal pattern that mirrors the look of a snake’s scales on your wrist.
Bvlgari’s Serpenti motif is one of the most iconic in the brand’s catalog and has been a signature of the Roman Maison’s watches for decades. The first bracelet-style Serpenti models appeared from Bvlgari in 1948. This put the now-famous “Tubogas” technique on the map, which takes long strips of gold or steel with raised edges and wraps them around a wooden or copper core that’s later removed to create a single, seamless, and highly flexible band aptly mimicking the shape of a snake circling the wrist.
In 2019, Bvlgari introduced a slightly more modest and conventional interpretation of its Serpenti with the Seduttori. Instead of the elaborate Tubogas-style bracelet, the Seduttori has a more conventional one. Here, you get a twist on the traditional watch bracelet with the metal rendered in a hexagonal pattern that mirrors the look of a snake’s skin or scales. In just five short years, we’ve seen Bvlgari iterate on the Serpenti Seduttori in several metal and style combinations.
The Serpenti Seduttori was initially released in six rose gold versions, from a basic one to a fully diamond-paved one. Today, the model takes on an array of forms. One of the most pared down iterations in the current catalog is the Ref. 103361, which offers a simple stainless steel case and bracelet and a white silver opaline dial framed by a subtle diamond bezel. In contrast, Bvlgari offers versions like the Ref. 103755 with a playful two-tone take on the beloved design featuring a stainless steel case, 18-karat yellow gold diamond-set bezel, and the distinctive bracelet rendered in a combination of stainless steel and yellow gold. For a more luxurious take on the model, you have examples like the Ref. 103147, composed entirely of 18-karat yellow gold and with a touch of sparkle on the diamond bezel. Still, one of the boldest variations of the Serpenti Seduttori is the Ref. 103273, built in the original rose gold but with the upgrade of a stunning malachite dial highlighted by a diamond bezel.
Above: Serpenti Seduttori Ref. 103273
At right:
Serpenti Seduttori Ref. 103361
Serpenti Seduttori Ref. 103671
Serpenti Seduttori Ref. 103273
PRECISION PERFECT
TUDOR returns to the world of international motorsport, partnering with the new Visa Cash App RB Formula One team.
Precision is at the heart of car racing, where timing is everything. A Formula One driver’s unparalleled skill, determination, and instincts are critical to his success. A reliable timepiece designed to withstand the rigors of high-speed racing is crucial to a racer's performance. TUDOR’s founder Hans Wilsdorf set out from the beginning to craft robust watches offering superlative timekeeping in physically challenging situations.
TUDOR’s affiliation with car racing began in the 1960s, known as the “Golden Era” of motorsport in racing circles. The Tudor Watch Racing Team was founded during this exciting era. In 1970, TUDOR introduced its first chronograph watch, specifically crafted for precisely timing laps and calculating speed while withstanding the physical rigors of professional driving. Today, TUDOR continues to produce ultra-precise chronographs in both its Black Bay and Pelagos collections.
TUDOR recently announced a partnership with a new Formula 1 team for the 2024 season. Continuing its legacy of supporting competition on the racetrack, the brand’s partnership supports the launch of the Visa Cash App RB Formula One team. Forming a new Formula One team requires a committed investment in talent, as well as the acceptance of considerable risk. It’s a fitting match for TUDOR, whose motto is Born to Dare. The new team is led by veteran champion Daniel Ricciardo and rising star Yuki Tsunoda.
“TUDOR has always been fueled by a daring spirit, a consistent will to do things differently,” said TUDOR CEO Eric Pirson. “And this spirit—we call it Born to Dare—is exactly what Visa Cash App RB is demonstrating heading into the 2024 F1 season. We’re beyond thrilled to return to motorsport with a partner that’s ready to take on the challenge,” he added.
The team's striking livery features TUDOR branding, as do the drivers’ race suits. The TUDOR shield logo is prominently displayed on the nose of the car in front of the driver and the inside of the halo safety device. The Visa Cash App RB team is expected to participate in all 24 rounds of the competition spanning more than 20 countries around the globe. It’s a grueling schedule, but this is what the drivers train for year-round.
“Our team will be challenging the status quo in Formula One with a strong identity, unique style and uncompromising quality – just like Tudor watches,” said Peter Bayer, CEO of Visa Cash App RB Formula One Team.
The team’s veteran driver, Daniel Ricciardo, has enjoyed a consistently successful 13-year stint driving in Formula One competitions. The Australian-Italian made his debut in 2011’s British Grand Prix at 22 years of age. In 2014, he finished third in the championship, with his first three wins in Canada, Belgium and Hungary. He has achieved eight total Grand Prix victories and 32 podiums to date in Formula One competition.
Speaking of the new team, Ricciardo said “Visa Cash App RB, it’s another phase of this team’s career,” referring to the team’s predecessor, Scuderia AlphaTauri. “It’s a time where I feel that, yes, we have some amazing partners on board who are gonna help us get closer to the front of
Above, Daniel Ricciardo, 2024 Bahrain Grand Prix.
the grid. But I feel like it’s a time where we’re no longer seen as just a kind of junior team. It’s a team that’s standing on their own two feet. And I think for other teams to take us seriously, this is the chapter I feel we are about to start.”
“TUDOR has always been fueled by a daring spirit, a consistent will to do things differently.”
- TUDOR CEO Eric Pirson
Born in 2000, Visa Cash App RB driver Yuki Tsunoda started kart racing at the age of four in his native Japan. His father, Nobuaki Tsunoda, is a former gymkhana racer. By the age of five, Tsunoda was the champion karter in his age group.
“My strength comes from karting,” Tsunoda has said. “I really like to battle, and I don't lose much when battle happens.”
In 2018, he won the Japanese Formula 4, firmly launching his presence on the world stage of international racing. In 2021, he made his Formula One debut at the season opener in Bahrain and was the youngest-ever driver at the Nürburgring. Of his first year in Formula One, Tsunoda said “to reach Formula One – which was my final goal as a driver – you don’t just have to deliver results, you also need some luck, and this is something you can’t control. So, from my side, I knew I always had to give my best at all times.”
TUDOR’s chronograph watches are crafted to give their best both on and off the track, and with their versatile sport-chic style, they are appropriate to wear for nearly every occasion. The TUDOR Pelagos FXD Chrono is powered by the brand’s COSC-certified Calibre MT5813 self-winding movement, with a power reserve of 70 hours.
There are several chronograph options in the Black Bay collection, all equipped with a racing-ready tachymetric scale on the bezel. Models are equipped with either champagne or black dials with contrasting sub-counters. The watches’ date appears in an aperture at 6 o’clock, a design feature inspired by TUDOR’s first chronographs from the 1970s. Three strap options are available within the collection: fabric, steel or steel and gold, and bund leather. The jacquard fabric strap is woven in France on 19th-century looms by the legendary Julien Faure company. The steel and steel-and-gold bracelets’ design harkens back to TUDOR’s folding riveted bracelets from the 1950s and 1960s. The bund leather straps, available in either black or brown, feature a folding clasp for durability.
The New Tudor Pelagos FDX Chrono.
Above, Yuki Tsunoda, 2024 Saudi Arabia Grand Prix.
watch trends 2025
This year, TUDOR presents bold new iterations of its most popular novelties, as well as classics that offer beauty of design and inherent, time-honored value.
This year TUDOR introduced the Black Bay 58 GMT for world travelers in a modern 39MM size. They’ve launched the newest iteration of the Black Bay in monochrome as well as a Black Bay Ceramic “Blue” in Honor of the partnership with the Visa Cash App RB Formula One team. On the Clair de Rose, available exclusively in stainless steel with mechanical movements, TUDOR has added a brand-signature blue dial. Finally, a new Pelagos FXD model joins the mix: a chronograph purpose-built for cycling. Here are some of TUDOR’S latest trend setters and time tested classics.
VINTAGE INSPIRATION. As one watch expert pointed out, it takes a lot more research-and-development money to introduce a new movement than to issue a watch based on one that’s already been made. Hence, the interest in watches with a vintage appeal. But there’s more to it than that: vintage watches offer a beauty of design and suggestion of inherent, time-honored value that’s especially appealing in today’s fast-paced, high-tech world. The TUDOR 1926 is a fine example.
BLUE DIALS Blue is the color of royalty, of blue bloods, and blue chip enterprises. The TUDOR Black Bay Ceramic “Blue” celebrates the partnering with the new Visa Cash App RB Formula One team. To mark the occasion, TUDOR created a team-exclusive version of its Master Chronometer certified Black Bay Ceramic, complete with a blue dial that matches the team’s striking livery.
RACING-INSPIRED WATCHES Watchmaking and racing have shared a connection for some time including classics like the Rolex Daytona and the Rolex YachtMaster II created specifically for yacht racing.
Engineered for riders of its Pro Cycling Team, TUDOR is unveiling a brand new Pelagos FXD model: a cycling themed chronograph made with light weight and functionality in mind. With a carbon composite case fitted with a high-performance Manufacture Calibre, this watch echoes the daring spirit of a team competing in some of the most challenging cycling races around the world, including the Giro d’Italia and the UCI World Tour.
SMALLER CASE SIZES
We’ve seen a trend of reduced case size over the last few years as the appeal of vintage inspired watches has grown. The all-new, TUDOR Master Chronometer certified Black Bay 58 GMT at 39mm with its bidirectional Burgundy and black bezel with gold detailing epitomizes an era when the novelty of jet-setting across time zones was matched by glamorous and elegant style. It is named for one of TUDOR’s most iconic historical dive watches, the Ref. 7924, released in 1958.
ALL BLACK Ever since all-black watches became block-buster hits, every company has introduced their version. And this year, nothing changed. Watches with predominately black faces and black straps continue the bold, modern look that remains strong for men and women. Like the Black Bay Ceramic (shown at right).
QUIET ELEGANCE.
It’s the sartorial code for a way of dressing that’s effortlessly chic, nonchalant and stunning. The Clair de Rose is a classic TUDOR line whose name poetically refers to both clair de lune, “moonlight” in French, and the historical logo of the brand, a rose. The new iteration comes with mechanical movements in three sizes, each with two designs.
Clockwise from upper left: Tudor 1926, Tudor Black Bay Ceramic “Blue”, Tudor Pelagos FXD Chrono “Cycling Edition”, Tudor Black Bay 58 GMT, Tudor Black Bay Ceramic, Tudor Clair de Rose.
THE ENDURING LEGACY OF HUBLOT’S BIG BANG
With a new crop of Big Bang timepieces, Hublot once again proves it is the master of the art of fusion.
Hublot’s long-standing reputation for pushing the boundaries of watchmaking shows no signs of slowing down. With a new crop of Big Bang timepieces, Hublot once again proves it is the master of the art of fusion.
Ever since the first Hublot watch was introduced in Basel, Switzerland, in 1980, the brand has been breaking barriers in watchmaking. Hublot’s debut watch was crafted of gold with 12 titanium screws on its bezel and presented on a sporty rubber strap. This surprising juxtaposition of precious gold and rubber caused quite a stir in the luxury watch community. The groundbreaking timepiece pushed beyond the boundaries of what was expected, and while the new watch prompted some speculation, Hublot quickly made a name for itself.
“It had to be simple and comfortable, a classic, sporty timepiece boasting an immediately recognizable design. By combining a precious traditional material — gold — and a modern material — rubber — for the first time in modern watchmaking, the Classic Original dispensed with the established codes, imposing a new vision of luxury that signified the beginnings of Hublot’s “Art of Fusion,” according to the brand. Hublot has consistently embraced its art of fusion, combining the expected with the unexpected, to great results.
The first Hublot Big Bang models, introduced in 2005, quickly reached iconic status. While the Big Bang was inspired by the Classic Original, it marked a true design revolution, pushing the brand’s audacious mix of materials even further. Made of steel, ceramic, and rubber and measuring 44mm across, the Big Bang was a bold statement on the wrist—ultra-modern, revolutionary, and a true example of Hublot's modern alchemy. This year, the brand introduced six new versions of the Big Bang Integrated Time Only in a smaller 38mm size. “For the last 40 years, Hublot has shown itself to be unique and different,” said Hublot CEO Ricardo Guadalupe. “And that’s what we do best. But does it mean that’s all we can do? Certainly not! The Original Big Bang—the ultimate in simplicity and efficiency—is still eagerly sought after by our customers. We have had a series of 40mm models, and we’re now offering six 38mm variations. Classic is a word I never use for Hublot, but it’s true in this case: the Big Bang Integrated Time Only is truly a classic!”
The new 38mm Time Only watches include two models crafted of brushed titanium, two King Gold models, a Black Magic ceramic model, and a blue ceramic model. Also new this year are two 40mm timepieces, one in blue indigo and the other in sky-blue ceramic.
Hublot’s additional new models include a 42mm Square Bang Unico, which is now available in the brand’s proprietary Magic Gold and ceramic. Developed 12 years ago and manufactured by Hublot, Magic Gold is the first, and only, 18-karat gold alloy that is completely scratch-resistant, according to the brand. The 42mm timepiece features the brand’s UNICO 2 self-winding chronograph movement, which has a power reserve of 72 hours. The in-house movement is visible through the watch’s sapphire crystal case back.
The Classic Fusion Orlinski King Gold, designed in collaboration with French contemporary artist Richard Orlinski, continues to be highly sought after by Hublot collectors. Orlinski "designed a watch on the frontier of vintage and neo-futuristic styles, just like his works inspired by the Pop Art movement,” according to the brand. “Pointing to the future, the hand of the watch becomes a symbolic metaphor for Richard Orlinski: as it never stops turning, it embodies infinity.”
The Classic Fusion Orlinski’s King Gold bezel, combining satin and high polish finishing, accentuates its bold, angular design. A proprietary alloy, King Gold is a warmer shade than the traditional rose gold, and its high platinum content provides a perfect surface for both polishing and satin finishing.
Another enduring favorite, the Hublot Classic Fusion is considered a must for any Hublot collection. This year, the watch is available in a 29mm size. Aficionados will appreciate that it is still available in the two original metals: yellow gold and titanium. Other new 29mm watches in the Classic Fusion collection offer a wide variety of metal and color combinations, some of which are set with diamonds.
While the breadth of Hublot’s offerings has expanded exponentially since its introduction more than 40 years ago, the Big Bang collection offers the most variety in mechanical complications, sizes, and materials. “With its innovative design, inspired by the Classic Original but revolutionized,” the brand says, “the Big Bang is THE iconic Hublot model and has been its best-seller since it was introduced in 2005.” And the brand shows no signs of slowing down now.
Above, clockwise from top left: Square Bang Unico King Gold Spirit of Big Bang Titanium Blue Ceramic Spirit of Big Bang Titanium Classic Fusion Chronograph
Square Bang Unico Black Magic
Founded in 1868 in Schaffhausen, IWC still stands at the pinnacle of Swiss watchmaking.
As one of the world’s top luxury brands, IWC has consistently produced some of the finest watches in the world. The brand’s dedication to the highest level of craftsmanship is clearly evident in its ultra-precise mechanical movements and exquisitely designed and finished cases. The brand’s timepieces, all powered by IWC-designed and manufactured movements, range from durable watches for everyday wear to professional sports watches and timepieces with high watchmaking complications.
IWC's timepieces are classified into five families, all of which offer their own distinct style. The brand’s Pilot’s Watch, Portugieser, Ingenieur, Aquatimer and Portofino collections all represent a different design aesthetic and offer a range of functionalities.
IWC is world-renowned for their best-inclass pilot’s watches. As aviation boomed in the late 1930s, the brand recognized pilots’ need for accurate and reliable wristwatches. In 1940, IWC introduced its Big Pilot watch, which was specifically crafted to meet a pilot’s exacting requirements for safe navigation in the skies. The Big Pilot watch was uniquely robust, with the ability to maintain its accuracy in temperatures ranging from -40 to +40 degrees Celsius. The watch’s dial reflected the design of an aircraft’s instrument panel, with easy-to-read oversized numerals and broad hands. The timepiece’s design features included an oversized conical crown (for ease of setting the watch with gloves on) and, importantly, it was anti-magnetic.
IWC’s Pilot Watches have continued to be inspired by the designs of the early pilot timepieces and are instantly recognizable with their oversized crowns and bold numerals. In addition to cases made of stainless steel or gold, the Pilot’s Watches collection features watches crafted of cutting-edge, advanced technical materials. IWC equips all of its Pilot’s Watches with ultra-precise mechanical movements that
can withstand challenging physical conditions both on land and in the sky.
Unlike most traditional chronograph watches, IWC’s Pilot’s Watch chronographs feature subdials placed vertically at the 6, 9, and 12 o’clock positions. The 3 o’clock position is reserved for the day and date display, allowing for greater visibility at a glance. The Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 models include a new 18K rose gold version featuring a distinctive textured green dial with luminescent indexes and hands. The automatic-winding watch is equipped with a green rubber strap that's easily interchangeable with IWC’s Easx-change system. A green dial also graces the Big Pilot’s Watch 43 “Racing Green” model whose movement has a full 60 hours of power reserve. The inspiration behind the watch’s color is the unique hue that has been painted on British racing cars since the early 20th century.
The TOP GUN models within the Pilot’s Watch collection are named for the US Navy’s Elite Fighter Pilot Training Program, also known as the “Top Gun” program. The watches within the Pilot’s Watch TOP GUN line “are engineered using extremely robust, resilient, and corrosion-resistant materials like ceramic, titanium and Ceratanium® to withstand even the extreme strain pilots can experience in the cockpit of a supersonic jet,” according to the brand.
IWC’s Portugieser timepieces are recognized for their subtle, sophisticated design. “The iconic design of Portugieser watches, with their imposing size, simple Arabic numerals, slim feuille hands and railway-track-style chapter ring, originated in the 1930s, when it was well ahead of its time,” according to the brand. “Today, the original, clearly organized dial with its simple design remains an unrivaled style icon. Inspired by a nautical instrument, the Portugieser has evolved into a timeless yet dynamic paragon of understated elegance.” The Portugieser collection houses some of IWC’s
most complicated haute horlogerie timepieces, including perpetual calendars and tourbillons, in addition to a broad selection of time-only versions.
IWC’s Ingenieur timepieces are luxury sports watches based on an original 1976 design by the legendary Swiss watchmaker and artist Gérald Genta. “Today, it is still one of the greatest design innovations of IWC,” according to the brand. In 2023, IWC ushered in a new era for the Ingenieur with the introduction of the Ingenieur Automatic 40. The new automaticwinding timepieces are available in stainless steel and titanium.
Designed for professional divers, the Aquatimer is equally suited for dry land. The first Aquatimer was introduced in 1967 with a full 200 meters of water resistance and an interior rotating timing bezel. Today’s Aquatimer lineup includes automatic, chronograph, and limitededition perpetual calendar models.
Since its introduction 30 years ago, "the Portofino watch family has established itself as one of IWC Schaffhausen’s most successful families and is equally popular with both men and women," according to the brand. Watches in the Portofino collection are intended for everyday wear, and their understated design is equally suitable for both formal and casual occasions.
“Our watches are built to last – a long-term approach that is reflected through our manufacture movements, our robust and reliable chronographs, our mechanically programmed calendars, or the advanced materials we use,” said IWC’s CEO, Christoph Grainger-Herr. “A mechanical watch from IWC Schaffhausen can be handed down through generations. Our functional approach to design, characterized by purity and symmetry, ensures that our products will remain beautiful and culturally relevant. This unique mindset is expressed through our promise of Engineering Beyond Time.” A worthy investment, indeed.
FLYING HIGH
Portugieser Chronograph
Second row:
Pilot’s Watch Chronograph
Pilot’s Watch Timezoner TOP GUN
Portofino Automatic
Bottom row:
Portugieser Perpetual Calendar
Portofino Complete Calendar
Pilot’s Watch Chronograph TOP GUN
Above, Top row:
Big Pilot’s Watch
Big Pilot’s Watch Chronograph
Above, clockwise from top left:
Chronomat Automatic GMT 40
Super Chronomat B01 44
Chronomat B01 42 Triumph
Avenger B01 Chronograph 44
Chronomat Automatic GMT 40
Super Chronomat B01 44
Avenger B01 Chronograph 44
Chronomat 36 Victoria Beckham
Opposite page:
Chronomat 32
Chronomat 32
Above, clockwise from top left: Patravi ScubaTec Maldives Heritage BiCompax Annual
Patravi ScubaTec Verde
Manero Urban Manero Urban
Manero Flyback Signature
EXPLORING TIME
Founded in 1888, Carl F. Bucherer is a brand that ventures beyond traditional watchmaking by pairing design innovation with technical excellence.
Throughout its storied history, Carl F. Bucherer has never lost sight of its core values. “The pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do,” the brand states. “We are leaders, defining as well as recognizing trends. We have the courage to be different and will ensure that Bucherer always remains unique.”
Indeed, uniqueness defines the Lucerne, Switzerland-based brand. In 2008, the brand introduced its now-iconic mechanical selfwinding movement featuring an oscillator that turned around the movement’s periphery, rather than its center. In addition to its horological rarity and innovative mechanics, the peripheral winding system allows for an unobstructed view of the movement, unlike traditional central rotors.
The brand was the first to introduce an entire watch collection fitted with a peripheral self-winding movement, and the new timepieces immediately caught the eyes of collectors and aficionados worldwide. By moving the rotor to the edge of the movement, Bucherer also removed the extra layer that a central rotor requires, allowing the watch to sit flatter on the wrist.
Today, the Manero collection features an extensive range of watches powered by Bucherer’s proprietary peripheral rotor movements, from time-only watches to tourbillons. The newest watches joining the worldrenowned Manero collection include additional size and color options and provide more variety within the collection, capturing Carl F. Bucherer’s innovative spirit and mechanical precision. The new watches in the Manero collection build upon a strong stable of existing timepieces and offer a fresh take on enduring themes.
Three new stainless steel 40.6mm Manero
Peripheral watches are available on the brand’s hybrid strap, which features a top layer of supple leather stitched over a comfortable and durable rubber backing. Included in this year’s lineup are dial colors of silver, black, and blue fitted with brown, black, and blue straps. All of the straps in the Manero collection are crafted with a quick release system, making them easily interchangeable on the go.
Two additional 40.6mm models featuring black and silver dials are available on a stainless-steel link bracelet with a folding clasp and quick release system. The new timepieces are powered by the brand’s in-house CFB A2050 movement, a COSC-certified chronometer with 55 hours of power reserve. The watches’ case backs are sapphire crystal, allowing for a full view of the movement and its peripheral rotor.
New Manero Flyback chronographs, two in the 40mm, and five in the 43mm case sizes, expand the line’s design options and “epitomize the dynamism of a modern icon,” according to the brand. The Manero Flyback is “a watch created to reflect the fast pace, style and diversity of twenty-first-century urban living.” The two new 40mm Manero Flyback chronographs are crafted of stainless steel. The first features a sunbrushed gray dial with gray counters, a tachymeter scale, and wedgeshaped hands coated with Super-LumiNova. The second 40mm model is also crafted of steel and comes on a stainless-steel link bracelet with a folding clasp. Both timepieces have sunray-brushed gray dials and are powered by the peripheral CFB 1973 movement with a flyback chronograph function and date, hour, minute and small seconds indications.
The 40mm Flyback’s sapphire crystal caseback allows for a full view of the automatic-winding movements.
The five new 43mm Manero Flybacks impart a sporty, robust presence on the wrist. Three stainless steel versions are now available with silver, black, and blue-gray sunray-brushed dials, fitted with black, beige, or gray interchangeable textile straps. The two new rose gold 43mm Flybacks are available with a blue dial on a blue calfskin strap or a silver dial on a brown calfskin leather strap. They are both fitted with the in-house CFB 1973 movement which has a power reserve of 42 hours.
Introduced just this year, the Manero Urban collection “conveys a confident, decisive attitude – just right for navigating the abundance of options and activities presented by the most exciting urban environments,” according to the brand. Indeed, the 38mm watch’s clean, sleek dial designs look great in a variety of settings - from the boardroom to the beach. With its central seconds hand and date indicator at 3 o’clock, the dial provides the information needed for daily life and imparts a clean and understated, yet stylish aesthetic.
The inaugural Manero Urban collection includes eight automatic-winding stainless-steel versions with dial colors of gray, brown, blue, and black. Each dial color is available either on a color-matched strap or stainless-steel bracelet. Like all Manero timepieces, the straps are easily interchangeable. The Manero Urban is powered by Bucherer’s automatic CFB 1950 movement and has a power reserve of 38 hours.
Bucherer states that it is “135 years young and still pioneering.” What will come next from the brand? Only time will tell.
Above, clockwise from top left:
Highlife Chronograph Automatic
Highlife Automatic
Classics Ladies’ Quartz
Highlife Ladies’ Automatic
Highlife Ladies’ Automatic
Highlife Heartbeat Men’s Automatic
Classics Ladies’ Elegance Luna
MODERN & TIMELESS
Michele watches have had a major boom in popularity the past few years, quickly becoming a favorite watch style of the fashion blogging set.
Michele watches have had a major boom in popularity the past few years, quickly becoming a favorite watch style of the fashion blogging set. We take a look at the brand’s recent rise in celebrity. Michele’s history traces its origin to the 1940s with Belgian watchmaker Maurice Barouh. Barouh adamantly believed in using only the highest quality materials and challenged his own skills as an artisan to produce watches that reflected his devotion to the watch-making craft.
With an incredible knack for identifying fashion trends and re-interpreting them into his own watch designs, his son Jack Barouh and his wife Rita founded Michele in 1995, naming the company after his eldest daughter, Michele.
In 2000, the company’s namesake Michele Barouh joined on as the third generation of her family’s business. Today she is the creative director, guiding the vision of the company. And true to her father’s aesthetic, continues to strike the ideal balance of fashion-forward designs with timeless appeal.
Michele offers highly customizable watches with nearly limitless dial and strap combinations. Michele was acquired by the Fossil Group in 2004 which aimed to increase the brand’s international distribution. Even with the acquisition, the Barouh family remains an active part of the business and Michele herself remains the leader behind the company’s recent success.
Their signature watch is the Deco series. Inspired by the geometric shapes of Art Deco architecture, the 18K gold-plated Deco Midi contains126 hand-set diamonds (0.57 carat weight) on the bezel and a white mother-of-pearl dial with diamond hour markers. The MICHELE crown accents this stunning timepiece with a Swiss movement and the iconic seven-link 18K gold-plated bracelet is interchangeable with any 16mm MICHELE strap.
All dressed up in more diamonds than before, plus a mother-of-pearl dial, applied Roman numerals, and a diamond inner ring, Serein helps you celebrate your own milestones with a reimagined favorite. Available in your choice of 18K gold plated, two-tone 18K gold plated or stainless steel, it features an elegant oval case crowned by the iconic red Michele logo on the crown.
CONVERSATION PIECES
Accuracy through electronics, presenting the first instrument of the space age.
Accutron—the very name tells its story. When the first Accutron was launched in 1960, it revolutionized the watch industry. It was the first fully electronic watch to be commercially available, so accurate it earned its name, and so distinctive the company was hailed as one of the most important innovators in time-keeping history. And it still is.
Accutron’s original groundbreaking innovation involved using a tuning fork instead of a balance wheel to regulate the time, providing an extraordinarily high level of time-keeping accuracy. Now Accutron is once again revolutionizing how watches work—this time, with its introduction of electrostatic energy.
Accutron relaunched in 2020, just in time for its 60th anniversary, with a revolutionary electrostatic technology that took ten years to develop. The mechanism is visible in both its Spaceview 2020 and Accutron DNA collections, inspired by the open dial of the original Spaceview.
The open dial showcases just how the creation of electrostatic energy works. Rotating twin turbines, visible on the dial, power two motors that run the hour, minute, and second hands. Also visible on the dial, with its distinctive green coloring—a nod to the original—is the Accutron tuning fork logo.
The original Spaceview watch, from 1960, was an essential component of the U.S. space program. The technology developed by Accutron for the timepiece was harnessed and used in an amazing 46 NASA space missions that carried 2,000 Accutron precision instruments and timing devices.
Accutron has also relaunched some of its iconic models for its Legacy Collection. Watches that captured the culture of their era are available once again. There’s the famous “TV Watch,” so called because the shape of the dial resembled that of a television from the 60s and 70s. There’s the “Football Watch,” named for its unmistakable shape, and the “521,” with its gold-toned bracelet fit for a king—fittingly, it was the watch worn by Elvis, the king of rock and roll. The “Railroad Watch” was so accurate it was relied upon by the Canadian and U.S. transportation industries to keep the trains running on time.
The Legacy Collection provides plenty of news as well. Now there’s a choice of new straps that can change the way the watches look. Elvis’s favorite 521 watch, for instance, is now available with the original gold-toned bracelet or a brown lizard-embossed leather strap, but there are new strap options as well: in orange calfskin, green alligator-grain, and pearlized grey alligator-grain. And even more choices are available, thanks to eight straps that can be purchased separately in color options that include sleek white calfskin and periwinkle alligator-grain. The Accutron website offers a tutorial on how to change the straps. All Legacy Collection watches are sized at a wearable 33.5mm to 38.5mm, to be worn by both women and men.
Spaceview Evolution
Accutron Legacy Elvis
“The new Rolex GMT Master II, released at Watches & Wonders this year, is an excellent watch for anyone who enjoys the GMT's subtle functionality. With its unique two-color black and grey Cerachrom bezel and Jubilee bracelet, this newest addition to the Rolex GMT offering is one of my favorites.”
-Jerry N.
“Who hasn’t dreamed of owning a little red Corvette at least once?
From the colors and emblem of its counterpart, leather racing strap, speed-measuring tachymeter scale and contrasting subdials that mimic vintage dashboard gauges, honor that dream with the Top Time B01.”
-Brianna
T.
“I love a modern-retro inspired timepiece, and the Chronomat Automatic 36 fits the bill. Perfect for any occasion, the stainless steel case, comfortable Rouleaux bracelet, and gorgeous green dial make it a deeply versatile piece. This watch is powered by the Breitling Caliber 10 COSC-certified chronometer.”
-Kateryna K.
“Launched as a 40th anniversary piece for Rolex, the Datejust is the archetype for the modern wristwatch and my recommendation for new collectors. In Oystersteel, yellow gold and crowned with diamonds, this 36mm timepiece is distinctive thanks to its date display with magnifying Cyclops lens.” -Steven N.
“One of our newest pieces, the Bvlgari Bvlgari Tubogas is highly coveted for good reason: it’s an innovative, beautiful watch. Every detail—from its 18kt yellow gold case to its diamond indexes and its on-trend 18kt yellow, white and rose gold spiral bracelet—adds to its magic.” -Caitlin H
“The Octo Finissimo Skeleton is truly a marvel of form meets fashion— featuring an ultra-thin 2.50mm movement, anthracite PVC skeletonized bridges and 8 day power reserve, all wrapped in an 18kt rose gold case and alligator bracelet, this is one incredible timepiece.”
-Irina B.
“My gift recommendation is the Black Bay GMT in a 41mm Steel Case with a bidirectional, rotatable matte burgundy and blue bezel. Featuring a self-winding mechanical movement with bidirectional rotor system, and waterproofness to 200m (660ft), this is an ideal watch for any adventurer.” -Jerry, Jr.
“I chose the automatic Black Bay 31 with a steel and yellow gold bracelet, silver dial with diamond hour markers, and yellow gold bezel set with diamonds. Highlights include a screw-down winding crown featuring the Tudor rose, bidirectional rotor system, and 100m (330ft) waterproofness.”
-Irina D.
“The Spirit of the Big Bang Titanium, in 42mm with a high-tech rubber strap, is the perfect fusion of tradition and innovation with its entirely skeletonized HUB4700 movement. Between material lightness, resistance to corrosion, and inertia in contact with the skin, this timepiece is superb on-the-go.” -Kirk O.
“Elevate your collection with the Orlinski 18K King Gold Alternative Pave with a 40mm polished case and bezel inlaid with 166 diamonds total. Not only is it beautiful, but its HUB1100 automatic movement, power reserve of 42 hr and high-tech rubber strap make it highly functional.”
-Rita B.
“For the woman who seeks a watch that balances classic and modern sensibilities, the Highlife Automatic is a great choice thanks to the ability to customize the watch with stainless steel bracelet or lavender dial is inlaid with 8 diamonds.” -Maria L.
“I really love the Portofino Automatic Day & Night in a 34mm 18ct gold case with a silver-plated dial and taupe calfskin strap. The case and dial are inlaid with 66 diamonds, and a charming sun and moon automatic dial sets the piece apart.” -Eman M.
“The aqua dial on the Ingenieur Automatic 40 makes a unique addition to any collection. Created as an homage to legendary watch designer Gerald Genta’s original 1970s design, this version improves ergonomics, finishing and technology for ultimate wearability, including a power reserve of 120 hrs.” -Connie S.
