Maybe unsurprising given the state of the industry – watchmakers enjoyed record sales in 2022 – value buys were few at Watches & Wonders (W&W) this year. Amongst the independent
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Maybe unsurprising given the state of the industry – watchmakers enjoyed record sales in 2022 – value buys were few at Watches & Wonders (W&W) this year. Amongst the independent
Shifts in cultural norms are usually gradual, with the watch industry often lagging far behind, but leading the pack (unofficially) this year with a unisex release is none other than
Chanel pulled a surprising rabbit out of its chapeau in 2016 with the presentation of its first watch for men. Although the J12 has played it both ways for decades,
As you all know very well, it was all about Watches & Wonders last week. The team, both live on the ground and back at HQ, were working round the
The Sky is Yours: Zenith's new "Pilot" collection takes off at Watches & Wonders 2023 Read more at worldtempus.com
Because it was the world’s biggest watch brands showing off their latest products at Watches & Wonders (W&W), surprises seemed unlikely. Yet there were a few surprises at the fair,
Can watch brands force-feed us collectibility? It is a genuine question that emerged during our first editorial meeting after Watches and Wonders 2023. Many of my colleagues noticed how brands
As is often the case when the wider industry is doing well, independent watchmaking is on fire. This was illustrated by the numerous and diverse exhibitors, many of them brand-new
Grand Seiko has attracted a wide base of watch enthusiasts to their products. Previously an underdog trying to break through in regions outside of Japan, there has to be some
The forecast called for rain under the third full moon of 2023. Ordinarily — and especially in April — that wouldn't have been a problem. But today was no ordinary
All artisans draw inspiration from their environments, but Japanese craftspeople are particularly well known for this, as we witness in the exquisite creations of Minase. Launched in 2005 and named
The Riviera celebrates its 50th anniversary with a new 39-mm diameter Read more at worldtempus.com
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Bovet introduces its very first full skeleton timepiece Read more at worldtempus.com
Organized by Christian Wipfli, Time to Watches is a rich, diversified, and accessible event offering a creative, and cool space for independent brands Read more at worldtempus.com