A traditional set of complications with a modern watchmaking approach is what the new Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Tourbillon Retrograde Date Openface brings to the table. In a nutshell, modernity meets traditional watchmaking. With its open-worked dial this new watch combines a tourbillon and a retrograde date allowing a perfect view of the architecture of the calibre 2162 R31 with its slate grey shade achieved by an NAC surface treatment.
W&W 2023: Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Retrograde Day-Date Salmon Dial (Live Pictures)
Inspired by the Vacheron Constantin retrograde models from the 1920s and 1930s, now comes the new Patrimony Retrograde Day-Date Salmon dial in an exquisite platinum case measuring 42.5 mm in diameter. The salmon-colored dial features a sunburst pattern and beneath the 12 o'clock hour marker sits a faceted Maltese cross in relief crafted in 18K 5N pink gold with sandblasted and polished facets. The two retrograde indications —day and date— are indicated by blued steel hands, while the hours and minutes are displayed by 18K white gold hands.
From the Editor: Why I Think that the Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin White Gold is Pure Perfection
The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin reference 4300V was first released in an all-gold version including a matching bracelet during Watches & Wonders 2020 in the midst of the pandemic and only in 18K pink gold. Later, it made its appearance in 18K white gold becoming one of the most understated and under-the-radar luxury watches from Vacheron Constantin that I personally lust for and love.
Introducing: Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chrono 'Panda'. Hands-on Live Pictures.
The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph ref. 5500V was first released at the 2016 Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie with a blue and silvered dial. In 2017, a silvered dial two-tone model of the Overseas Chronograph was presented and in 2018 a ‘Reverse Panda’ and Black Dial Overseas Chronographs were released. Now, we bring you the latest addition to the Overseas collection, the new Overseas Chronograph ‘Panda’ ref. 5500V.
Introducing: Vacheron Constantin Métiers d’Art The legend of the Chinese Zodiac Year of the Rabbit
Vacheron Constantin is pursuing its dialogue with collectors and passionate devotees of Haute Horlogerie by enriching its Métiers d’Art The legend of the Chinese zodiac with the sign of the rabbit. Symbolizing graciousness, kindness, and benevolence in traditional Chinese culture, the rabbit will take over from the tiger during the Chinese New Year on January 22, 2023. Two new creations, issued in limited series of 9 pieces each, combine the technical excellence of the Vacheron Constantin in-house Calibre 2460 G4 with the beauty of artistic crafts.
Experience: Vacheron Constantin Mexico City. The Brand's First and Only Boutique in Latin America.
Today, December 7, 2022, we attended the official opening ceremony for the Mexico City Vacheron Constantin Boutique. Not only this marks the first boutique to be opened by the brand in Mexico City —the 5th largest city in the world with a population surpassing 23 million people— but it is also the brand’s first and only boutique in Latin America. This long awaited boutique will cater to the exclusive base of Mexican watch collectors that are always looking for the best of the best.
Introducing: Vacheron Constantin Égérie Moon Phase
After the successful release of the Égérie collection in 2020, Vacheron Constantin is adding the new Égérie Moon Phase in pink gold that features a grey taupe-colored opaline dial with the ‘pleats’ pattern that is the signature of this collection and made with a guilloché technique. This new watch like the new generation of Vacheron Constantin Overseas, benefits from an interchangeable strap system offering versatility and variety.
Introducing: Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Moon Phase. A Total of 795 Diamonds Totaling Almost 5 Carats.
Entirely paved with diamonds totaling approximately 4.8 carats —minimum guaranteed—, Vacheron Constantin presents the Traditionnelle Moon Phase watch in 18K white gold that has been subtly redesigned to ensure optimal elegance and harmoniously balanced shapes. The Traditionnelle Moon Phase watch reveals the lunar display through the prism of virtuoso jewelry skills. Entirely paved with diamonds, this bejeweled version of the existing model has been subtly redesigned to ensure perfectly proportioned shapes.
Introducing: Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph Full Pink Gold
Vacheron Constantin launches a new iteration of the Overseas Chronograph, this time cloaked in an 18K 5N pink gold case and bracelet and sporting a gorgeous blue lacquered dial. A versatile and elegant timepiece delivered with three interchangeable bracelet/straps that include a pink gold bracelet, a blue calf strap, and a blue rubber strap. This model combines for the first time its sleek silhouette sculpted in pink gold with a blue Overseas dial.
From the Archives: Vacheron Constantin FiftySix Tourbillon in London. In Memory of Queen Elizabeth II Passing.
Elizabeth II was the 40th monarch and Queen of the United Kingdom from February 6th, 1952 until yesterday September 8th, 2022 when she peacefully passed. Her reign of 70 years and 214 days was the longest of any British monarch and the second-longest recorded of any monarch of a sovereign country. She took the throne at 25 years of age and in her life she saw some of the most important events including enduring WWII.
Experience: Vacheron Constantin 'The Anatomy of Beauty' Event in Beverly Hills. Exquisite to Say the Least.
Last Wednesday, June 15th, 2022, we attended a very special event in Beverly Hills with Vacheron Constantin. The event named ‘The Anatomy of Beauty’ was hosted at a private estate —that looked just like a villa in the middle of Tuscany— in Beverly Hills. During the star-studded event, Vacheron Constantin unveiled a special film that was co-produced with director, producer, and cinematographer Louie Schwartzberg, the man behind the recent Netflix documentary ‘Fantastic Fungi’.
Experience: The Hakushu 12 Years Japanese Whisky. Refined Like a Vacheron Constantin Patrimony.
While Japanese whiskys have increasingly become more popular lately, there are still a few whiskys that still remain understated and very refined just like a Vacheron Constantin Patrimony on the wrist. The Hakushu 12 Years Japanese Whisky is distilled by the Suntory Distillery in Japan, the same distillery that gave the world the exquisite Yamazaki whisky, the Hibiki and the Suntory Whisky Toki.
Experience: Vacheron Constantin Art & Timepiece Exhibition at Zadok Jewelers in Houston
Yesterday we traveled to Houston for the opening of the Art & Timepiece Exhibition by Jojo Anavim at the Vacheron Constantin boutique at Zadok Jewelers. Following its debut in the new Vacheron Constantin North American Flagship in NYC last year, the exhibition attracts watch and art aficionados alike, featuring a collection of the new watches released during Watches & Wonders 2022 and a five-piece series of paintings by the New York Pop Artist. The exhibition will be open through June 20th, at the Vacheron Constantin boutique within Zadok Jewelers on Post Oak Place in Houston.
Experience: Parisian Affair at The Louvre with Vacheron Constantin. The Most Epic Watch Experience Ever.
We’ve taken a lot of trips with watch brands and have experienced some incredible watch experiences that money can’t buy, but nothing will ever compare to the few days we spent in Paris with Vacheron Constantin for the release of the new Metiérs d’Art Tribute to Great Civilizations set of watches. As we embarked on the trip of a lifetime, we were not even sure what Vacheron Constantin had in store for us.
Introducing: Vacheron Constantin Métiers d’Art Tribute to Great Civilizations. (Live Pictures)
The partnership between Vacheron Constantin and the Louvre Museum has given rise to a series of Métiers d’Art watches paying tribute to the great civilisations of Antiquity. Four masterpieces from the museum, representative of four eras, are individually depicted on the dials. These cultural symbols, created in the form of sculpted gold appliques, are placed on a dial whose ornamentation is inspired by the decorative arts of the corresponding period.
Experience: Shanghai Tang Jade Dragon. Awakening Olfactory Travel Memories Alongside a Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual Time.
Wearing a Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual Time calls for exploration and world discoveries. We still remember like if it was yesterday the day we walked into the Shanghai Tang boutique in Kowloon during a hot and humid day in Hong Kong. If you’ve ever been to Hong Kong, the name Shanghai Tang is no stranger to you. Inspired by the Chinese cultural icons of the 1930s Bund, a glamorous time when Hong Kong was famous for its architecture, fashion, music and commercial activities, Shanghai Tang first opened in the iconic Pedder Building in Hong Kong as a unique concept store for customers looking for authentic Chinese products and bespoke tailoring.
News: Vacheron Constantin Presents 'The Anatomy of Beauty' Art & Timepiece Exhibition at the NYC Flagship
A new art and timepiece exhibition has just opened up at the Vacheron Constantin New York City Flagship. Dive into an exploration of earth’s organic and complicated structures alongside the artistry of Vacheron Constantin’s timepieces in ‘The Anatomy of Beauty’ exhibition from April through September 2022. Vacheron Constantin creates an immersive experience that shines light upon the layered and minute details that create beauty through a curated collection of extraordinary watches alongside larger than life depictions of coral, and the viscerally moving artwork, ‘These Waters’, by artist Melissa McGill.
Insider: Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Ultra-Thin Skeleton Blue
The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Ultra-Thin Skeleton was first presented in 2020 with a white minute track ring and white rings around the perpetual calendar indications. Now for Watches & Wonders 2022, Vacheron Constantin brings a new iteration also cased in pink gold but with blue rings that add amazing contrast to an already very good-looking watch.
Insider: Vacheron Constantin Overseas Tourbillon Skeleton. The Star of Watches & Wonders 2022.
Without a doubt, our favorite watch at Watches & Wonders 2022 is the new Vacheron Constantin Overseas Tourbillon Skeleton. Beautifully streamlined with its entirely open-worked movement, this new watch comes in two versions, one in 18K 5N pink gold and the other in Grade 5 titanium. The titanium model marks the first time that the brand has entirely made a watch in titanium from crown to bezel and from bracelet to the case.
Insider: Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin. The Most Beautiful Complicated Watch for the Ladies.
In our opinion this is the most beautiful complicated watch for the ladies and a favorite from Vacheron Constantin’s releases this year. The Ladies Traditionnelle Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin is available in 18K white gold and 18K 5N pink gold versions with a 36.5 mm case. This is the brand’s response to women wanting more complicated timepieces besides those that only tell time. It is inspired by Vacheron Constantin models from the first half of the last century.