A relatively young watch brand, Jacob & Co. – also a high-jewelry brand – was founded just 37 years ago in 1986 by Jacob Arabo, whose mission was to do the unthinkable with jewelry and watches. Thanks to now-iconic watches like his Five-Time-Zone piece that attracted hip hoppers, rappers, athletes, and watch rs alike, the…
Cartier CEO Cyrille Vigneron Talks Design Strategies And Sustainability
During the recent Watches & Wonder Geneva exhibition, I secured a one-on-one interview with Cartier International’s CEO and President, Cyrille Vigneron. It was an exciting exhibition for Cartier, which released a world’s first mechanical wonder that was eight years in the making, some spectacular métiers d’Arts pieces using marquetry, miniature painting and , and…
Vacheron Constantin CEO Louis Ferla Talks About American Growth
In his five-year tenure as CEO of Vacheron Constantin, Louis Ferla has propelled the brand forward in a host of ways that are gaining the company visibility – and loyal followers — than ever. This higher profile, especially in the US market, is the result of actions that include new, updated boutiques in America,…
Bulova And Veteran Watch Journalist Roberta Naas Talk About Watches, Collecting And More
Bulova has a long and storied past in watchmaking, particularly in the United States, where it was founded. Over the years, the brand has morphed and evolved, like all brands, and today it is all about recalling its past but with a true vision toward the future. The brand remains dedicated to its famed “Bulova…
Cartier Goes Solar, Cyrille Vigneron, Cartier International CEO, Explains Why
One of the unusual watch introductions released this year at the recent Watches & Wonders Geneva 2021 digital show came in a bit under the radar. It was a quiet, but unexpected, release from the legendary brand Cartier. What made this watch so unusual? The fact that is powered by a SolarBeat photovoltaic movement.…
Rado Releases Sexy Captain Cook x Marina Hoermanseder Watch
Pretty much everyone I know who sees the Rado Captain Co is impressed, with many opting to purchase one of the brand’s coolest s, whether it be in bronze or steel. However, women now have an even greater selection. Today, Rado launches a new Captain Co that embraces curves, femininity and fashion thanks to…