Features (57 Articles)
Jaquet Droz: Enthralling Watch Lovers For Nearly Three Centuries
Swiss watchmaking has created an enviable legend in the world of horology. But when talking about revered Swiss watchmakers, there are only a very few names that evoke the wonders of mechanical artistry, quite like Jaquet Droz. Boasting a legacy of three centuries, the venerable luxury maison has enthralled horology connoisseurs with its imaginative designs and dazzling craftsmanship. Whether an intricate automaton from the 18th century or the contemporary Grande Seconde, a Jaquet Droz creation is unmistakable.
April 10, 2024
6 Min Read
Decoding The Royal Style: Watches Worn By The British Royal Family
The Royal family has always been an icon of style and elegance. From the Queen's colourful hat collection to Kate Middleton’s elegant dresses, the Royals know how to dress to impress. An important accessory that completes their polished looks regardless of the occasion is a fine luxury watch. The watches worn by the Royals make powerful statements about their styles and status.
April 5, 2024
4 Min Read
Chromatic Companions: Luxury Watches That Manifest Holi's Vibrant Spirit
Holi, the vibrant festival of colours, is a celebration that ignites the senses with an explosion of colours, joy, and revelry. As the streets come alive with vibrant hues and laughter echoes through every corner, it's impossible not to get swept up in Holi's infectious energy. This year, as we prepare to embrace the kaleidoscope of colours, why not add a touch of vibrancy to your wrist with our curated list of brilliant colourful watches for Holi?
March 21, 2024
6 Min Read
Inside A Collector’s Mind: What Drives Us To Collect Watches?
Luxury watches enchant and inspire, driving collectors ever onward in their journey to behold another beauty and give it a home in their collection. For collectors, a watch is not just an instrument to tell time. It is an artefact that needs to be cherished, making the need for collecting watches akin to obsession, one that makes them feel alive and accomplished.
March 15, 2024
6 Min Read
A Night Of Luxury: Amazing Timepieces Spotted At The 96th Academy Awards
The much-anticipated 2024 Oscars concluded on March 10 with big wins by the likes of Poor Things, Anatomy of a Fall, Oppenheimer and more. Of course, alongside watching whose winning, we are also on the lookout for luxury watches adorned by our favourite celebrities. We spotted beautiful ladies Anya Taylor-Joy and Da’Vine Joy Randolph in Jaeger-LeCoultre and Omega, respectively. Last year's Best Actor winner, Brendan Fraser, wore an Omega Constellation, while Jeffrey Wright, nominated this year for the Best Actor, came in Omega De Ville Trésor. Here are the best celebrity watch spottings at the 2024 Oscars.
March 13, 2024
5 Min Read
The Nautical Heritage Of Ulysse Nardin And Its Best Maritime Watches
The endless expanse of the sea has always captured the human imagination. For centuries, we have set sail across her waters in search of adventure, discovery and the promise of distant shores. The sea’s siren call has lured many explorers into her embrace throughout history. But, for the Swiss watchmaker Ulysse Nardin, the romance of the seas is embedded deep within its DNA. Since its founding in 1846, Ulysse Nardin has had an intimate relationship with the nautical world. Its timepieces have accompanied intrepid seamen on their journeys across the seven seas and pushed the boundaries of mechanical innovation through marine chronometers.
March 7, 2024
5 Min Read
Royal Heirlooms And Hollywood Icons: Most Unique Watches Ever Sold At Auction
Auctions are a great way to acquire a piece of pop culture that would have been otherwise unattainable. When it comes to the rarefied world of high-end auctions, iconic items linked to legendary people have sold for eye-watering sums that reflect their rarity and stories. Be it Marilyn Monroe’s “Happy Birthday Mr. President” dress that fetched $4.8 million, Napoleon’s hat that sold for $2.1 million, or Albert Einstein's Nobel Prize medal that realised almost $1 million.
February 12, 2024
8 Min Read
Spotted: IWC Watches In Your Favourite Movies
In cinema, every detail contributes to the creation of a character and the immersive storytelling experience. From the costumes they wear to the accessories, filmmakers meticulously choose elements that enhance the narrative and define the characters' personalities. One such accessory that often takes centre stage in iconic scenes is the wristwatch. And one brand that has unfailingly made itself synonymous with excellent cinema is IWC.
February 8, 2024
7 Min Read
The Musical Icons Of Raymond Weil
The worlds of music and horology are not very different. While one creates art with each chord of the keys, the other mesmerises with the symphony of precise mechanisms evident in each resounding tick. So, when the two combine, they promise exceptional results.
January 23, 2024
7 Min Read
The Other-Worldly Timepieces Of Louis Moinet
Swiss watches have long since set standards for awe-inspiring creativity and innovation. But one Swiss watchmaker in particular who indeed went above and beyond what was worldly possible to deliver magnificent masterpieces is Louis Moinet. At a time when brands are churning their brains at all times trying to come up with revolutionary concepts and new ideas, Louis Moinet outdid itself with its cosmic Mars and Moon collections. But no limit is high enough for the atelier, especially with its latest creation that is quite literally breaking records! Let’s find out.
January 15, 2024
6 Min Read
Which Luxury Timepieces Were Spotted At The Golden Globes 2024 Red Carpet?
As the radiant curtains lifted on the Golden Globes, marking the beginning of the much-anticipated award season, enthusiasts found themselves immersed in a dazzling showcase of both cinematic brilliance and sartorial finesse. Oppenheimer and Poor Things won Best Films in Drama and Musical/Comedy categories, respectively, and Cillian Murphy and Lily Gladstone won the titles of Best Actors in Films in Drama categories, making the evening a memorable night full of cinematic victories.
January 12, 2024
7 Min Read
A Picture Of Elegance : Frederique Constant Watches
Founded on the principles of passion, precision, and a commitment to accessible elegance, Frederique Constant has carved a niche in the watchmaking landscape by seamlessly marrying heritage with innovation. As a brand synonymous with bringing affordable luxury to the forefront of mainstream watchmaking, Frederique Constant watches attest to the belief that exceptional craftsmanship and timeless design need not be exclusive but, rather, should be embraced and celebrated by all.
January 6, 2024
4 Min Read
