By Nancy Olson — I must admit that when I think of ladies wristwatches, Bell & Ross does not immediately come to mind, in part because of the company’s long age of professional watches geared mostly to men. But I find my thoughts changing after spending an enjoyable week with the new BRS Diamond Eagle,…
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Rolex and Wimbeldon, Watches and Tennis, What Else is There? Federer, of course
With Wimbledon in full swing and the finals being played this upcoming weekend, we wanted to take a quick lo at the game Rolex plays when it comes to tennis. This leading Swiss watch brand has had a long (nearly four decades) role in Wimbledon history and is the Official Timekeeper at The Championships, Wimbledon. In…
Audemars Piguet Launches Campaign around Brand Ambassador, Serena Williams, at Wimbledon (video)
With Wimbledon in full swing, just past the half-way mark, it’s time to take a lo at what’s going on in London. Today take a lo at tennis star Serena Williams — also a brand ambassador for Audemars Piguet. She continues her grass-court pursuit to defend the crown she won last year. If she can keep…
Melissa Arnot, Alpina Ambassdor, Attempts 50 Peaks USA Climbing Challenge Wearing Smart Watch
Back in May, professional high-altitude American climber, and Alpina Watches Ambassador, Melissa Arnot became the first American woman– and the seventh woman ever — to summit Mt Everest and survive the descent without the use of supplemental oxygen. Climbing the 29,035 foot peak’s northeast ridge from Tibet, the expedition marked the sixth Everest summit for Arnot.…
Celebrating the 4th of July with 12 Red, White and Blue Watches (slideshow)
Independence Day is around the corner. In fact, this year the 4th of July falls on a Monday, giving us all a nice long weekend to relax and enjoy time off, time out and time on the wrist. So, for the fun of it, we bring you a lo at 12 top red, white and…
Four (well, really five) Swiss Watch Museums to Visit this Summer
Watch rs who travel to Switzerland need to know that in addition to great chocolate and exquisite timepieces, the country offers one of the richest histories in watchmaking — and boasts some enviable museums. Planning a trip over this summer? Don’t miss out on these four great museums — but keep in mind, there are…