Breaking: Audemars Piguet Appoints Ilaria Resta As CEO To Replace FH Bennahmias
It was known for some time already that Fran?ois-Henry Bennahmias, the current CEO of Audemars Piguet, was about to step down from his position. As explained in this article of June 2022, Audemars Piguet officially confirmed the departure of its boss at the end of 2023 (at the latest). What remained unknown, up until now, was the name of the substitute. We knew somehow, through rumours and indiscretions, that AP was interested in naming a woman, in order to bring a new vibe to the brand. And now, according to an editorial published a few minutes ago in Le Temps (here, in French), the name has been given. In the very near future, Audemars Piguet will be guided by Ilaria Resta, previously President Perfumery at Firmenich,?a Swiss company in the fragrance and flavour business.?Fran?ois-Henry?Bennahmias, current CEO of AP, who will leave his position at the end of the year.Fran?ois-Henry?Bennahmias joined Audemars Piguet some 30 years ago. He began his career at AP in 1994 and became the m

SIHH 2014: Audemars Piguet reveals 6 updated versions of the Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph (live photos) - Monochrome Watches
The Royal Oak is one of the most iconic watches in the industry. In 1972, Audemars Piguet decided to break the rules of luxury watches in presenting a steel and sports watch that was more expensive than a gold watch. The original design, by Gerald Genta, had been reinforced in 1993 when Audemars Piguet presented the so called ROO or Royal Oak Offshore, a 42mm chunky variation of the most legendary and also daring model. In 2014, the ROO chronograph receives a major update and progresses in every aspect. The big question is: how to change it without losing its iconic status?At the first glance, you'd say that Audemars Piguet didn't change anything to the Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph. But you'd be wrong. AP is just applying the 's receipt. Take a look at the Submariner. In 50 years, the watch had received plenty of updates and improves. But, it remains an iconic timepiece that is more or less the same (in fact, rather more than less). It's just getting better and better with the years

IWC Portugieser Hand-Wound Tourbillon IW545801 - Review, Price
Over the second part of its life, which started in the early 1990s under the guidance of Gunter Blumlein, the IWC Portugieser has become the most emblematic model in the brand’s collection. Elegant without being formal, simple yet with great character, it’s a model that we’ve seen equipped with pretty much every possible complication. From simple time-only models to an ultra-complex Constant Force Tourbillon, there’s a model for everyone. And today, as part of the brand’s action to gradually revamp the collection, IWC Schaffhausen is launching a new sleek tourbillon model, the complex evolution of the Portugieser Automatic 40. Here’s the new IWC Portugieser Hand-Wound Tourbillon IW545801 in Armor Gold.?Looking at the current Portugieser collection, IWC has somehow divided the range into three distinct lineups. Besides the sportier Yacht Club watches, there are the large and more complex automatic models, such as the 7-day Automatic, the classic 7-day

Swatch Group To Hold its Own Watch Fair In Zurich, During Baselworld 2019 - Monochrome Watches
The topic of watch fairs is hot these days. Everything started with the explosive news of?Swatch Group’s decision to leave Baselworld 2019. This led to several other departures, followed by the resignation of Baselworld/MCH’s CEO and multiple criticisms. In order to stop the bleeding and calm things down, the SIHH and Baselworld announced they will be synchronising their calendars again.?However, this isn’t the end of the story. A recent piece of news published by Reuters and Le Temps confirms that the Swatch Group will hold its own watch fair, in Zurich and right during Baselworld 2019.According to Reuters, which was informed by a retailer who received an official invitation, the Swatch Group will hold its own show in Zurich – rumours were already heading in that direction – with its most luxurious brands presenting their novelties. The invitation mentions the following brands: Breguet, Harry Winston, Blancpain, Jaquet Droz, Glashutte Original and Omega.

Oris Aquis Date Cherry 43.5mm (Specs & Price)
There are several big name brands that offer affordable divers with pro credentials. Seiko's expansive Prospex collection and Hamilton's Khaki Navy Frogman Automatic are a couple of examples. Oris is a major player in the field and last year's Aquis Date 41.5mm Cherry Red introduced an eye-catching cherry red dial that seemed to target land dwellers. Let's be honest, many dive watches never actually see water outside of a rain shower or occasional dip in the pool. They're cool, stylish and have a rugged vibe that enthusiasts gravitate to, so the brand added some eye candy to an otherwise purpose-built piece, with the new Oris Aquis Date Cherry 43.5mm.The 43.5mm diameter of the stainless steel case of the Oris Aquis Date is well sized for a serious diver. In fact, that's the original size of the Aquis when it launched in 2011 and it has since been offered in smaller packages such as 39.5mm and 41.5mm. The style was updated in 2017 to a more refined aesthetic, but the collection has alwa