Brands hope the new models unveiled at Watches and Wonders Geneva will attract buyers despite the tough retail climate. Just what sort of shape is the luxury watch industry in? Globally, the sector has been stuttering as political and economic uncertainty persists (hasn’t it always?), while reports from the front line of luxury watch retail
CNN — Thousands of watch afficionados are descending on Geneva, Switzerland this week for the annual Watches and Wonders fair, where 54 watchmaking houses including Rolex, Patek Philippe, Cartier, Chopard and Chanel will unveil their latest creations. The event is where watch news is broken and trends are set or solidified. Women’s watches have undergone
CNN — Thousands of watch afficionados are descending on Geneva, Switzerland this week for the annual Watches and Wonders fair, where 54 watchmaking houses including Rolex, Patek Philippe, Cartier, Chopard and Chanel will unveil their latest creations. The event is where watch news is broken and trends are set or solidified. Women’s watches have undergone
ADVERTISEMENT What We Know It seems that Hodinkee’s own Mark Kauzlarich’s recent exploration of Nomos Glashütte’s colorful “Super 30” collection was something kismet, more timely than we could have anticipated (and if you haven’t already read it yet, I will politely encourage you to do so now – it’s really good stuff). Given that watchmaking
When Rolex talks, the watch world listens. For Watches & Wonders 2024, the acclaimed brand has debuted a string of new pieces, headlined by a double-whammy Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II. Two new variations of the classic timepiece have been unveiled, each featuring the stunning 24-hour graduated two-colour cerachrom bezel insert in grey and black ceramic
The most important of them all of is the 2011 acquisition of La Fabrique du Temps, a high-concept movement maker in Geneva world–renowned for its innovative, complex movements. The manufacture was behind some of the brand’s earlier high-complication models such as the Spin Time and World Time, which gives one a clear indication of its
In the heart of the BBC One lineup, The Repair Shop emerges as a beacon of hope for treasured possessions with storied pasts. This unique series opens the doors to a magical workshop where the art of restoration is celebrated. Skilled craftspeople, including furniture restorers, horologists, metal workers, and upholsterers, come together under one roof.
ADVERTISEMENT We’re in Geneva! This week, Hodinkee Radio will be recording daily podcast episodes to recap Watches & Wonders. Stay tuned for our takes on all the latest releases, takeaways from the show, and the general shenanigans that tend only to be captured on mic after a long day of seeing lots of watches and
ADVERTISEMENT What We Know Hermès is expanding its watch offering with a new integrated bracelet sport watch for women (well, for anyone who likes 36mm diameter watches). Available in steel or two-tone steel and rose, with or without diamonds, and with bracelet or rubber strap. It’s a simple, clean, easy-to digest-watch. The case shape is
Swatch and OMEGA enthusiasts should mark their calendars because the Snoopy MoonSwatch is back in black and we have an official release date and imagery. Just weeks after the ultra-popular white-coloured Mission to Moonphase Snoopy MoonSwatch arrived, new details about the all-black ‘NEW MOON’ counterpart have been released. Release details: Set to arrive on April