Steal a march on Saint-Germain style this spring
Rolex, Cartier, TAG Heuer, Bvlgari and Patek Philippe are pushing the dial at this year’s Geneva fair
Luxury slowdown sees return of design classics; unique material gives high-end timepieces extra allure; fine art meets wearable design in Palm Beach; chef Ruth Rogers on kitchen safe jewellery; benefactors keep oldest Swiss horology school ticking
Gem-set timepieces dominate this year’s releases, reflecting high-ticket demand for models made from jewels and precious metals
Chopard’s supply of parts for a Geneva academy is part of industry efforts to nurture next-generation watchmakers
Swiss watchmakers also aim to regrow the market by focusing on classical looking mechanical designs
Houses such as Asprey are maintaining their storied history with small teams of artisans and apprentices out of sight of the public
The material’s durability, versatility and precision are making pieces increasingly desirable among collectors
Former Richemont CEO on the challenges and opportunities of taking the helm — for the second time — at watchmaker Jaeger-LeCoultre
From Bond to Barbie, on-screen placement has long been a way for brands to stimulate emotion and promote their heritage
The watchmaker has doubled down on last year’s polarising release with smaller models added to its first collection in 25 years
It’s the brand’s most radical launch in years. Our watch expert offers his verdict
The Swiss family-owned brand has appointed the former Manchester United footballer to its board, as it prepares to break into the UK market
Evergreen accessories that will work in every setting
The latest Marmite watch joins an illustrious club
Meet the new-gen dealers on the pre-owned watch scene
If tiny, bejewelled timepieces are good enough for Paul Mescal, they’re good enough for anyone
The brand’s fresh CEO wants less ‘hyperactivity’, fewer limited editions and a greater focus on timepiece engineering
Watch and jewellery companies report double-digit falls in sales to foreign visitors since measure was abolished post-Brexit
The brand is revamping its line-up, adding pricey models more aligned with its established designs
The company seeks investors to expand its studio concept in the US market
Analysts say the sport’s rising popularity justifies the sponsorship but it still represents a gamble to boost sales
The French architect turned watchmaker has partnered with a silicon micromechanics company for a unique retrograde chronograph
Timepieces to make you slither
The most mesmerising timepieces at the annual watch event
