We have been bringing regular updates of the 35th America’s Cup races taking place in Bermuda now, and of the watch brands affiliated with it. Today, we continue that coverage as the qualifiers conclude this weekend and the Challenger Playoffs begin next week. Ulysse Nardin sails into place with a new regatta watch and as…
Ulysse Nardin Signs On Elina Svitolina as Brand Ambassador, Unveils New Women’s Watches: Classico Grand Feu and Jade Metiers d’ Arts
Recently, Ulysse Nardin, the Swiss watch brand known for its pioneering spirit and marine heritage for than 170 years, announced a new brand ambassador – a woman. Elina Svitolina, professional tennis player, joined the brand last month and has already visited the Manufacture and selected an Ulysse Nardin Lady Marine Chronometer as her watch…
12+ Terrific Watches for Mother’s Day (slideshow)
Get off your duff and go get Mom something special for Mother’s Day. If she s flowers, great get her an amazing bouquet, but because flowers will die — make sure they are accompanied by a great gift that says you care. Give the gift of time. Here we take a lo at 12 terrific watches…
Oil Rigs for the Wrist? Meet the Ulysse Nardin North Sea Minute Repeater
A few years ago I remember being blown away by a watch I saw that featured an oil rig on its dial. Not just any oil rig, but an automaton, as well. Now, Ulysse Nardin unveils a watch with an alluring, incredibly large 18-karat gold oil rig smack in the middle of the dial of…
An Insider’s Complete Review of SIHH 2017 Watch Show, its History and More
This past January marked the 27th Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie, and — don’t pass out — it was my 26th year in attendance. Unfortunately i missed 1992 due to the birth of my darling daughter, but I haven’t missed one since. I remember when the show first started. In fact, to be honest,…
A Look at Three Terrific Rooster Watches for the Chinese New Year (Chopard, Piaget, Vacheron Constantin)
Following in our theme of celebrating the Chinese New Year — the Year of the Rooster — we bring you a lo at three terrific Year of the Rooster watches. These beauties come from Piaget, Chopard and Vacheron Constantin — all of which have been creating Chinese Zodiac watches for years. Vacheron Constantin Métiers…