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VIDEO - The 2019 Bvlgari collection explained by CEO Jean-Christophe Babin
The reputation of Bvlgari as a watchmaker is no longer under discussion. For the past five years, the brand has been hyperactive, especially in the field of ultra-thin pieces – which, even though we’re talking miniaturisation and not complications, certainly is one of the most complex fields of expertise in this industry. Today, thanks to this interview with CEO?Jean-Christophe Babin, we have the opportunity to offer you a preview of the 2019 collection that Bvlgari will introduce throughout the year. And once again, there are some pretty interesting things to discover.First, ultra-thin, which has been the main field of action for the brand recently, is still at the forefront but combined with the use of exotic materials – something that Bvlgari was famous for in the jewellery sector and that is now applied to watchmaking. As a result, in 2019 Bvlgari presents the ultra-ultra-thin Octo Finissimo Automatic Tourbillon (the thinnest automatic watch in the world…) i
SIHH 2015: Introducing the Vacheron Constantin Harmony Collection - Monochrome-Watches
On the occasion of the 260th anniversary of its founding, the Manufacture Vacheron Constantin unveils the first models of an entirely new collection called Harmony. Issued in limited editions, these both contemporary and vintage-inspired timepieces feature a new cushion shape and a design inspired by one of the brand's first wristwatch chronographs introduced in 1928. New in-house movements, new design, interesting complications: please welcome the?Vacheron Constantin Harmony collection.Common features of the Vacheron Constantin Harmony collection Ad - Scroll to continue with article Seven new watches (including 2 ladies watches), starting from a rather simple dual-time timepiece to an extremely complicated ultra-slim split-second chronograph… Vacheron-Constantin is not just presenting a new model, it’s an entire collection, mainly focused on chronog
Introducing the Vintage-Inspired Ulysse Nardin Diver Le Locle (Hands-On, Specs & Price)
This year, you’ll see several very nice?watches from Ulysse Nardin, all paying?homage to the great heritage of the brand (and believe us, since its inception in 1846, the brand has done A LOT). Recently, UN launched a watch as a tribute to the great Ludwig Oeschlin (a watch that will soon be under our loupe) and now, we have something drastically different?and quite unexpected from the brand; a vintage-inspired dive watch… Surprising at first but the result, the Ulysse Nardin Diver Le Locle, is properly cool.While the current Ulysse Nardin catalogue?does comprise various dive watches, under the Diver?range, the idea of such watches in?past?collections (thinks 1950s, 1960s)?doesn’t really ring a bell at first. Of course, everyone know the antique Marine Chronometers (which still greatly inspire the brand and its watches) or the developments of innovative movements. However, in terms of vintage dive watches, let’s agree, Ulysse Nardin is probably not the?first bra
The Collector's Series - Kunal and his Alexandre Meerson Altitude Officier - Monochrome Watches
Mr. Kunal Patel is a seasoned entrepreneur and watch lover. Having studied at UCL in London, his first successful venture was in real estate management some years ago. He he is currently Chairman of LATEP Holdings whose interests and investments span across financial services, retail, security, technology and real estate. He also happens to wear a gold Alexandre Meerson Altitude Officier, which probably tells a lot about a refined personality.Let's give you some background on the man behind Alexandre Meerson the brand. Mr. Alexandre Meerson was raised in France, where he was introduced to watchmaking during his travels between the family's studio in Paris and their workshop in Besan?on. It wasn’t until 2007 that Alexandre took the helm and started developing the next chapter in the Meerson story. Ad - Scroll to continue with article Now a bit about his wat
Pre-Watches & Wonders 2015: Vacheron Constantin Chronograph Historiques Cornes de vache 1955 (specs & price) - Monochrome-Watches
Let’s get straight down to it. This is probably one of the best looking dress-chronographs seen recently. Although we tend to keep objectivity at?the center of our articles, Vacheron’s latest?offer just looks superb. Based on a vintage watch from 1955 (that will be explained later), this new timepiece has it all: the right diameter, the right amount of Heritage, a superb movement and a dial that is… well you can see it. Here is the?Vacheron Constantin Chronograph Historiques Cornes de vache 1955 to be introduced at Watches & Wonders 2015.Yes, there’s one default: its name. ‘Cornes de Vache‘ stands for ‘cow horns‘. Not the sexiest name ever for sure, you would have to agree. Some old Vacheron-Constantin were nicknamed ‘teardrops‘, which is as evocative but easier to explain to non-collectors. However, that ‘Cornes de Vache‘?name has a link with an historical piece from the old manufacture. The?Vacheron Constanti