Swiss watch brand Jaeger-LeCoultre has teamed with renowned Swiss artist Zimoun, commissioning him to create a special installation of sound art that reflects Jaeger-LeCoultre’s centuries-old history in sound making within the realm of watchmaking. The exhibition, Zimoun: 1944, which includes prepared dc-motors, MDF panels and Jaeger-LeCoultre watch parts, opens in China and will make a…
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Movado Unveils Artists’ Series Watch With Royal Wedding Photographer, Lubomirski
In a big move, Movado is unveiling the much-anticipated new Artists Series watches – created in collaboration with famed photographer Alexi Lubomirski who may be best known as the Official wedding photographer in 2018 of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. In addition to being a portrait photographer, Lubomirski has also shot campaigns for luxury brands,…
Why The $858,000 Roger Dubuis Excalibur Superbia Is Superb
Known for its incredible high-tech, high-mech watches, Roger Dubuis goes all out again on its newest one-of-a-kind Excalibur Superbia watch. Yes, the name is a bit over the top, but then so is the watch. Working with interior designer Kaz Shirane, Roger Dubuis reinterprets its famed and bed Excalibur with a new movement, and — best…
British Brands Bremont And Rolls-Royce Team Up, Meet The IonBird Watch
By Gordon Henderson Aviation is a core strand of the DNA of horology. Many pieces from a host of houses have drawn historical design elements and functional complications from aeronautical roots. The question now is how does the future lo and how will flight change to meet the sustainability needs of tomorrow? From a horological…
Why The Partnership Between Chopard And Kiton Works
Sartorially crafted straps are always a good thing, especially when a top Swiss watch brand teams with a top Italian suit maker. Recently, Chopard joined forces with Italian sartorial brand Kiton to create a limited edition watch that underscore the values of both luxury brands. Created in a limited edition of 100 pieces, the L.U.C…
Interview With Actor James Marsden, Who Plays A Watchmaker In IWC Film
Recently, I had the opportunity for my Perfect Timing column on Forbes, to interview American actor James Marsden, who is an IWC brand ambassador and who actually starred as a watchmaker in the recently released IWC video, “Born of a Dream: A Man of the Future.” Here, we bring you portions of that interview as…