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- Brand Spotlight
Why the Panthère de Cartier Continues to Reign as One of the Most Iconic Watches of All Time
Of all the panther-inspired creations by Cartier, the Panthère de Cartier watch would easily be regarded as one of the most abstract interpretations of the big cat. This timepiece, however, is yet another testament to how brilliant design will remain relevant in any period.
17 Oct 2022
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- Brand Spotlight
Patek Philippe Adds to Its Collection of Ladies’ Watches
Since 2009, Patek Philippe has vastly expanded its repertoire of female watches for collectors. Today, there’s a complete range of small, medium and high complications for ladies. Whether you’re new to watchmaking or an expert connoisseur, there’s a Patek Philippe for you.
10 Oct 2022
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- Brand Spotlight
The New Tudor Ranger Is 70 Years In The Making, Inspired By The British North Greenland Expedition
When Hans Wilsdorf registered the trademark for Tudor, he did so with a singular goal in mind, which was to create functional and reliable watches at an affordable price.
04 Oct 2022
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- Brand Spotlight
Franck Muller’s SEA-Exclusive Watches Offer Skeletons We Wouldn’t Mind Having in Our Closets
Even though most of the luxury watch brands that still exist today were founded and operate out of Switzerland, their clientele has extended beyond the country’s borders and expanded to a global audience. And in the last couple of years, Asia has become an increasingly important region for the luxury market as evidenced by the growing number of brand ambassadors that hail from this part of the world.
20 Sep 2022
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- Curated by Cortina
Fronting Some of The Biggest Watch Campaigns, It’s Time for Asian Stars to Shine
Asia is on the rise – in terms of celebrity influence that is. The famous faces of the entertainment industry on this side of the world have certainly solidified their grasp over the luxury market.
08 Sep 2022
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- Brand Spotlight
Patek Philippe Lines Up The Calendars In 2022
The last two years have seen a generous offer of new Patek Philippe models, ranging from the Ref. 6119 to the Ref. 5750P, as well as last year’s Ref. 5236P, the brand’s unique in-line perpetual calendar display. It’s clear that in-line calendars are what Patek Philippe’s dedicated collectors desire, and the brand is generously offering more this year with 3 calendar references released at Watches and Wonders 2022.
24 Aug 2022
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- Brand Spotlight
Exceptional Is The New Norm – A Brief Introduction To Parmigiani Fleurier
There are several towns in Switzerland that are synonymous with watchmaking, mainly located in the Jura mountains. Places like Vallée de Joux, La Chaux-de-fonds, Le Locle, Le Brassus and Le Sentier are homes to some of the oldest and most renowned watch brands.
17 Aug 2022
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- Brand Spotlight
Going Green with Patek Philippe
It’s official: green is the colour of the year, at least in watchmaking. Never has this been more apparent than at Patek Philippe, where 4 important references have been released in the new colourway that carries[2] [3] on from last year’s green dial models.
16 Aug 2022
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- Brand Spotlight
The TAG Heuer Carrera Seen In The Gray Man Will Certainly Not Crack Under Pressure
Last month, TAG Heuer deepened its ties within the world of film once again as it announced a partnership with Netflix for The Gray Man. In it, the very charming Ryan Gosling, also a TAG Heuer ambassador, dons the iconic TAG Heuer Carrera Three Hands as his character, the assassin Sierra Six goes on the run.
15 Aug 2022
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- Curated by Cortina
A Look At How Watchmakers Are Upping Their Street Cred With Cool Collaborations
Collaborations – or as the young people say, “collabs” – are part of a hot trend in fashion right now. Look everywhere and you will see brands hooking up with each other.
01 Aug 2022
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- Watch Knowledge
Is Material Immaterial In The Watchmaking World? Not In 2022
As far as being an essential everyday accessory, watches are as traditional or classic as they come. While technical specifications have evolved – movements are, after all, getting more accurate, dependable, long lasting and advanced, timepieces strapped on a wrist can generally be ubiquitous in form.
12 Jul 2022
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- Brand Spotlight
Watches & Wonders 2022: Parmigiani Fleurier Advances on Its New Course
Understatement, restraint, and artistry – are words that come to mind when most watch lovers think about Parmigiani Fleurier. The Tonda PF series, launched in 2021, is considered a sporty embodiment of everyday luxury, and has been very well-received by both the industry as well as collectors alike.
05 Jul 2022
