While the world's fashion cognoscenti ascended the storied steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art on Monday evening, their attire commanded attention. But for the truly discerning eye, the real drama unfolded at wrist level. The Met Gala 2025 transformed New York into a veritable horological playground where timepieces spoke volumes about their wearers' sophistication, cultural literacy, and spending power.
In the sun-drenched paradise of Thailand's White Lotus resort, the real treasures aren't hidden in safes; they're proudly displayed on wrists. As HBO's wickedly addictive satire of privilege enters its third season, the horological choices of its characters speak volumes about wealth, taste, and the subtle art of flaunting both.
The Jacob & Co. The World Is Yours Dual Time Zone Salman Khan transcends typical celebrity collaborations; it's the synergy of cinematic royalty and watchmaking genius. Bollywood titan Salman Khan, whose blockbusters captivate billions, joins forces with visionary watchmaker Jacob Arabo to create something extraordinary. Their connection runs deeper than business, rooted in parallel family legacies. Khan was profoundly moved by the story of the 13-year-old Jacob receiving a dual-time watch from his father Nison, a moment that sparked Arabo's lifelong horological passion. In turn, this special edition pays tribute to Salim Khan, the legendary screenwriter whose storytelling changed Indian cinema forever.
The adorning names on beautiful watch dials reflect grandeur and prestige in fine watchmaking. While many prized timepieces exist, a decadent ecosystem of luxury conglomerates and watch groups gives the final shape to the industry. These brands balance the romance of tradition with bold innovation, crafting not just timepieces but the very future of watchmaking itself. While skilled artisans may assemble your watch with loving precision, these powerhouse watch groups determine which treasured techniques survive and which revolutionary designs reach your wrist.
Guilloché is a word derived from the French word guillochis, which means intricate ornamentation, or guilloche, for a carving tool. It is a complex and stunning pattern executed on a watch dial to enhance its beauty multifold with its presence. This specialty technique elevates watchmaking to an art form and showcases incredible attention to detail.
This Mother's Day, let's take a moment to celebrate some of the most stylish and influential moms in both Bollywood and Hollywood who not only dazzle us with their acting prowess but also possess impeccable taste in luxury watches. These ladies effortlessly balance their demanding careers with motherhood, all while exuding grace, elegance, and a penchant for exquisite timepieces.
The world of luxury watches extends far beyond the handful of famous Swiss mega-brands. There is a thriving community of independent watchmakers creating avant-garde timepieces. These innovative brands offer distinctive designs and high-quality craftsmanship while giving new meaning to the art of watchmaking.
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.
As we prepare to bid farewell to the memorable year of 2023, it would be impertinent not to look back at the sightings of the best timepieces worn by our beloved Hollywood stars. Here’re the most captivating watches that caught our attention in 2023.
Netflix’s new docuseries on David Beckham, released to celebrate 10 years of the athlete’s retirement in 2013, is awe-inspiring at its best. Shedding light on the star’s life and career, the series called Beckham is a treat for soccer fans who have long admired his talent and inspiring story. But, other than football, his long-time fans would know that there is another thing that has held a strong hold over his heart — luxury watches.
Watches and Wonders, one of the biggest events in the horological calendar, makes the first quarter of the year the most exciting for any connoisseur of exceptional watches as it pays homage to the exquisite craft of watchmaking from the industry's leading entities. With the event's phenomenal success in Geneva last year, Watches and Wonders returned this year with a more monumental and breathtaking exhibit, with 48 premium watch brands
As exceptional is Messi's talent on the field, his taste in watches is similarly outstanding. Lionel Messi is a known watch enthusiast and boasts an envy-worthy selection that includes timepieces from brands like Patek Philippe, Jacob & Co., Audemars Piguet, and more.