Vacheron Constantin's Métiers d'Art collection has always represented something more ambitious than mere decoration. It's the Maison's commitment to keeping centuries-old crafts alive, relevant, and evolving. The latest addition—celebrating the ‘Year of the Horse’ in the ongoing Chinese Zodiac series—demonstrates exactly why this approach matters. Two 25-piece editions that transform the dial into a three-dimensional sculpture garden. This is what happens when technical excellence serves artistic vision.
Few watch manufacturers embody the seamless fusion of mechanical mastery and artistic expression quite like Jaeger-LeCoultre, with the new interpretation of the Reverso Hybris Artistica Calibre 179 ref. Q39424E3, JLC presents a timepiece that stands as a testament to nearly two centuries of accumulated expertise, where the mechanical excellence of the signature multi-axis Gyrotourbillon meets the meticulous artistry of hand-applied lacquer work.
Now, two new interpretations of the Les Cabinotiers Celestia Astronomical Grand Complication are presented: Homage to Ptolemy and Homage to Copernicus, representing parallel universes of watchmaking. These two single-piece editions embody competing theories of celestial mechanics through 23 astronomical complications and 240 hours of hand-engraving per watch.
Vacheron Constantin commemorates its 270th anniversary by engineering portals to different dimensions of time itself. The new Les Cabinotiers Cosmica Duo Grande Complication, part of the 'La Quête' series, takes this vision to its logical extreme: a reversible, double-sided masterpiece that allows its wearer to choose between measuring civil time or solar time simply by flipping the watch over. This isn't merely technical showmanship—it's a philosophical statement about humanity's relationship with cosmic measurement.
The Quest, celebrating its 270th anniversary, doesn’t seem to stop with the notable releases we’ve had this year. The new Les Cabinotiers Grand Complication High Jewellery ‘Moon Dust’, part of the 'La Quête' series honoring the Maison's 270th anniversary, represents something far beyond technical achievement. This is a double-sided cosmic odyssey, rendered in 18K white gold and featuring diamonds, incorporating 16 astronomical complications.
Vacheron Constantin marks its momentous 270th anniversary with another horological masterpiece that transcends conventional watchmaking boundaries. The new Les Cabinotiers Armillary Tourbillon ‘Myth of the Pleiades’ Unique Piece represents the latest addition to the 'La Quête' series
Las Vegas isn't typically synonymous with horological pilgrimages. But from November 1st through 24th, Jaeger-LeCoultre is giving watch enthusiasts a compelling reason to make the trip. The Adventure Spirit Traveling Collection has arrived at the Jaeger-LeCoultre Boutique at the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace, bringing along eight decades of sports watch history.
Less than a week after the release of the new Louis Erard 2340 comes the first collaboration, a 178-piece love letter to manga's most human robot, built from titanium and powered by memories. The new Louis Erard X Astro Boy is the Swiss watchmaker's first venture into pop culture territory, and it achieves something genuinely unexpected: it evokes a genuine emotional response.
In the world of haute horlogerie, certain moments transcend mere product launches to become defining statements of a manufacture's prowess, and this is precisely what Audemars Piguet has done here. Perhaps these are the first steps for the brand to return to its remarkable origins and history. The new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak "Jumbo" Extra-Thin Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon Chronograph RD#5 ref. 26545XT.OO.1240XT.01 represents precisely such a moment.
As the Official Timekeeper of the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026, Omega has unveiled an exclusive Speedmaster 38 Co-Axial Chronometer Chronograph that combines the collection's iconic design language with winter-inspired details, paying tribute to the upcoming games.
To commemorate its 150th anniversary, Audemars Piguet has partnered with prestigious publisher Flammarion to unveil The Watch – Stories and Savoir Faire. This extraordinary, nearly 600-page book delves into the captivating world of mechanical timepieces and the art of haute horlogerie.
Five years into its bold new strategy, Louis Erard has made its intentions crystal clear: this is a brand unafraid to evolve. The latest proof? The Louis Erard 2340 is a watch that marks not just a new model, but an entirely new collection and design direction for the independent Swiss watchmaker.
Breguet continues to celebrate its 250th anniversary with a timepiece that transforms watchmaking's sworn enemy into its greatest ally. The new Classique 7225 continues this tradition with an audacious innovation: a magnetic-pivot balance paired with a high-frequency escapement beating at 10 Hz. Where watchmakers have spent centuries eliminating every last microtesla from movements, Breguet now harnesses magnetism within the very heart of the calibre.
Now comes the RM 63-02 Automatic Worldtimer in 5N Red Gold and Titanium in a 100-piece limited edition that repositions this classic complication for the modern collector who values both innovation and intuitive functionality. What immediately distinguishes the new Richard Mille RM 63-02 is its bezel-integrated time zone adjustment system.
When Hermès opens a boutique in a new city, the maison doesn't simply cut a ribbon—it creates a horological tribute. The new Arceau On Air! commemorates Hermès' first Nashville location and captures the soul of Music City through the house's mastery of miniature painting, transforming the iconic Arceau case into a wearable celebration of American musical heritage.
Ahmed Seddiqi's 75th anniversary in 2025 has inspired some of the year's most compelling horological collaborations, and HYT's contribution stands apart through sheer singularity. Rather than producing a numbered, limited-edition series, the Swiss brand has created three unique S1 timepieces—each designated 1 of 1—in a trilogy of colors that tell the story of Dubai's transformation from a desert trading port to a global metropolis.
When a partnership spans more than seven decades, you know it's built on something more profound than business transactions. The relationship between MB&F and Ahmed Seddiqi exemplifies this truth, and to celebrate the Dubai retailer's 75th anniversary in 2025, the two partners aren't just releasing one limited edition—they're unveiling two extraordinarily rare timepieces that represent the pinnacle of independent watchmaking.
Vacheron Constantin unveils three spectacular new versions of the Grand Lady Kalla, marking an exciting evolution in the High Jewellery watch collection that has developed over forty-plus years since the legendary Kallista debuted in 1979. Building upon the original Grand Lady Kalla design launched in 2024, these new creations incorporate colored precious stones for the first time.
For the first time, Zenith cloaks its DEFY Skyline Tourbillon entirely in 18K rose gold—and the result is a timepiece that bridges the manufacture's storied past with its uncompromising vision for contemporary haute horlogerie. This isn't simply another colorway in the Skyline collection. This is Zenith making a deliberate statement about warmth, refinement, and the power of chromatic storytelling.
The IWC Pilot's Watch Performance Chrono Perpetual Digital Date-Month ref. IW388801 was somewhat of a sleeper release from the brand. Still, when engineering ambition meets design excellence, great things come out. At the SIAR in Mexico City last week, we were finally able to peruse this watch in person and bring you this hands-on review. This watch is a bold fusion of motorsport-inspired aesthetics and two of our favorite watchmaking complications.
While others stack perpetual calendars and minute repeaters, the Le Locle manufacture asks a more fundamental question: what if we could simply eliminate one of watchmaking's oldest adversaries? Gravity. The silent enemy of chronometric precision. The reason watchmakers have spent centuries developing compensating mechanisms, adjustment protocols, and yes, the tourbillon itself. But Zenith's answer isn't compensation—it's elimination.
De Bethune reimagines its iconic DB28 in radiant yellow titanium, creating a 38.7 mm masterpiece that burns bright with horological innovation. Few manufactures possess the technical prowess and aesthetic vision to transform titanium into something resembling captured sunlight. We were able to go hands-on with the watch yesterday at the SIAR 2025 in Mexico City and we were blown away by the impressive yellow tones of the case.
There's something refreshing about a brand that understands why classic designs worked so well in the first place. Furlan Marri's latest Cornes de Vache collection is perhaps their most articulate statement yet. The collection debuted with two automatic references—White Sector, and Salmon Sector— and now the brand is adding the Blue Sector.
When the Vacheron Constantin Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin watches with gold-toned or burgundy lacquer dials were released at the end of August, we knew we had to work on separate hands-on reviews for both watches. Well, here we are, bringing you the review of the burgundy lacquer dial 18K white gold Overseas Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin ref. 4300V/220G-H151.
The Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grande Tradition Calibre 948 World Time returns this year, cloaked in blue. This timepiece masterfully combines high-level watchmaking expertise with international timekeeping capabilities. Showcasing an exquisite champlevé enamel face in blue translucent lacquer with a domed map as seen from the North Pole, this timepiece presents 24 global time zones through a revolving exterior disc, allowing users to track time across key metropolitan areas worldwide with ease.
What caught our attention? The Vacheron Constantin prototype that is in the auction, along with other interesting prototypes from some of the most renowned independent watchmakers. Not the usual suspects you see at every major auction, but the actual first iterations—the test pieces, the experiments, the watches that capture horological ideas in their rawest form
There's a natural kinship between fine watchmaking and classic automotive design—both celebrate precision engineering, aesthetic purity, and the kind of craftsmanship that transcends mere function. On October 5th, 2025, this connection was on full display at the Audrain Newport Concours d'Elegance, where A. Lange & Söhne unveiled the new Saxonia Thin Honeygold and Saxonia Thin Platinum against a backdrop of some of the world's most stunning vintage automobiles.
Rolex has partnered once again with global design authority Wallpaper* to publish the first authorized book on the history of the Oyster Perpetual Datejust. The Datejust has long been considered the quintessential Rolex—the model that most embodies the brand's ethos of precision, reliability, and timeless design. Now, for the first time, the Geneva-based manufacture has opened its archives to tell the complete story of this icon in an authorized historical account.
Cartier introduces two new iterations of the Santos icon, pushing boundaries with innovative titanium and luminous adventure. Every detail counts in mid-flight—a philosophy that guided Alberto Santos-Dumont over a century ago and continues to define the Santos de Cartier today. Cartier's latest releases demonstrate that innovation isn't about reinvention; it's about thoughtful evolution.
Fifty years is a significant milestone in watchmaking, particularly when the watch in question helped define a pivotal era in the watch industry. In 1975, Girard-Perregaux introduced the Laureato, a watch that carved its own distinctive path through the landscape of luxury sports watches. Now, to commemorate this golden anniversary, the manufacture unveils the Laureato FIFTY—a limited edition of 200 pieces that honors its heritage while embracing contemporary horological excellence.