HUBLOT BIG BANG SANG BLEU

Playing with polygons for an affirmed graphic identity The art of tattooing reinterpreted on the iconic Big Bang Hublot and Sang Bleu create an original intriguing and eye-catching piece. Its construction is reminiscent of the symbolism in the geometric shapes so dear to Sang Bleu. It evokes the harmonious and proportional relationships derived from Leonard […]

9 years ago

Bell & Ross BR01 Burning Skull ‘Tattoo’ Watch Hands-On

“Burning skull tattoo” is not normally what I would consider to be a solid formula for a cool new timepiece. In fact, it sounds like quite the opposite. And yet… well, let’s just say that this Bell & Ross BR01-92 Burning Skull Tattoo watch (officially “just” called the “Burning Skull”) is surprisingly not awful. Actually, it is rather well-done, in a tattoo-with-burning-skulls sort of way.

9 years ago

HYT Bespoke, bold customization of already bold watches

Customization in the luxury industry is nowadays an almost regular practice (a costly one, but one that is often done). For instance, Louis Vuitton does one-off bags and Bugatti can create everything you want for your coming Chiron. In terms of watches, customization also exist but remains something more “hidden”, at least discreet. Few knows that for instance Patek does unique pieces on request of some special clients. Of course, things gets easier with independent watchmakers but once again, nothing is really organized or publicized. As strong innovators, HYT will change that and now offer a real, institutionalized customization program for their clients: HYT Bespoke.

9 years ago

Introducing HYT Bespoke, a truly customised experience

Adding a custom touch to a timepiece allows the owner to create a watch to mark a special occasion in their lives, or to have a timepiece that is unique and will not be found on another persons wrist.  Today HYT launches HYT Bespoke.…

9 years ago

HYT Introduces “Bespoke” Programme For Custom-Made Wristwatches

HYT Bespoke is all about customised, or custom-made, HYT wristwatches that are limited only by the client’s imagination or wallet. A watchmaker that specialises timepieces that indicate the time via liquids in tiny glass vials, HYT is novel even amongst its peers in the world of avant-garde mechanical wristwatches. HYT Bespoke allows clients to indulge their horological […]

9 years ago

EXCLUSIVE: 2016 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) Finalists Announced

Last week we showed you the full list of competitors in this year’s Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG), which included nearly 200 watches vying for a variety of awards, including the Aiguille d’Or, essentially the best in show. Today we have an exclusive early look at the list of finalists. Only six watches remain in each of the 12 categories and the final jury selection will take place just ahead of the award ceremony on November 10. Here are the 72 watches competing to become the best watch of 2016.

9 years ago

Introducing the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon Chronograph in Yellow Gold and Green

Audemars Piguet‘s flagship Royal Oak Concepts are usually in novel materials like carbon composite and ceramic, exemplified by the very latest Supersonnerie. In contrast, the freshly unveiled Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon Chronograph is classic yellow gold with a green crocodile strap and set with large baguette-cut diamonds for a retro-bling look. While yellow gold far less common than rose […]

9 years ago

HANDS-ON: Heavy metal thunder – the Bell & Ross BR 01 Burning Skull


Bell & Ross has a thing for skulls. Since 2009 they’ve regularly enjoyed the danse macabre (or dance of death if your French is a little dusty). Of course, being Bell & Ross there’s an aviation link – the skull is a symbol commonly used by US Airborne Divisions.…

9 years ago