Haute Complication: Breguet Classique Tourbillon Extra-Plat Squelette 5395
The complexity of a watch can go beyond its movement and complications. The way it is created, and decorated can also add to this. As the inventor of the tourbillon, is this complication still the calling card of Breguet. They show their passion for this through a variety of different models, among them the Classique Tourbillon Extra-Plat Squelette 5395. While, in essence, a classic, time-only version, Breguet has applied innovation on nearly every level, maintaining their heritage and rich DNA, but at the same time create a watch fit for the future.
By Martin Green
Grand Seiko Captures The Beauty Of A Japanese Winter In New Spring Drive
Grand Seiko finds a lot of inspiration in nature around its Shinshu Watch Studio in Japan, the place where all Spring Drive models come to life. For their latest model, the brand captured the spirit of Shizuri-yuki. This is the natural phenomenon when freshly fallen snow cascades down from the branches, creating a spectacular play of light. As we have grown accustomed of Grand Seiko, they translated this beauty in the most sophisticated way in a timepiece, in which design and craftsmanship go hand in hand.
Porsche launches a one-of-a-kind Porsche 911 Turbo S to honour Mexico’s greatest racer
Fifty years after the death of Mexican racing driver Pedro Rodríguez, a Porsche 911 Turbo S 'One of a Kind' has been commissioned, with plans afoot to auction it off for charity.
Watch of the Week: Zenith Chronomaster Original
When done well, diamonds on a watch add more than just to the price tag. This is a delicate exercise that is not that easy to accomplish. It is all about finding the right balance and incorporate the precious stones in such a way that they elevate the watch as a whole and create synergy with its design. With the new Chronomaster Orginal, Zenith is giving a master class on how to achieve this. What is most interesting is that they only need sixty-five brilliant-cut stones to make a dazzling display. Fifty-six are used for the lugs, with an additional nine as hour markers on the dial. They seem like details, but the impact is profound.
TAG Heuer Welcomes Ryan Gosling As Brand Ambassador
Ryan Gosling needs no introduction. The multi-talent actor started acting at a very early age on Disney Channel's "The Mickey Mouse Club," which also launched the career of Justin Timberlake, Christina Aguilera, and Britney Spears among others. While already making his mark in several (independent) movies, it was the romantic movie "The Notebook" that made him a household name in 2004. Since then, his star has only been rising, as he continues to show his versatility in a large number of roles. Over the years, he has won numerous awards, including a Golden Globe for Best Actor, for his performance in the romantic musical "La La Land." Now he teams up with TAG Heuer, serving as their brand ambassador.
Rolls-Royce Boat Tail Makes Global Debut At Prestigious Villa D’Este
Rolls-Royce's coach built masterpiece, Boat Tail, makes its global public debut at the prestigious Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este.
Haute Complication: Louis Vuitton Escale Spin Time Meteorite
When launched for the first time in 2009, the Spin Time introduced a new concept of telling time. While a regular hand indicates the minutes, only the current hour is revealed. Its innovative movement places the hour markers, displayed on cubes attached to spokes, in their usual place on the dial. With the relevant hour shown against a background of gold, the remaining ones are hidden, with their cubes showing a different side decorated with motifs inspired by Louis Vuitton's famous luggage collections. The beauty of this concept is that it is not only highly legible, but also taps deep into the DNA of Louis Vuitton.
A. Lange & Söhne Awards Unique 1815 Chronograph At Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este
The Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este is an event that has no equel. What started in 1929 on the banks of Lake Como, with the famed Villa d'Este as its backdrop, has grown into one of the leading shows of vintage cars in the world. The level is extraordinarily high, as only 50 cars, built between the 1920s and 1980s, are welcomed at the event. They represent the finest in automobile history, yet as it is a Concorso, they will also be judged by some of the leading names in the industry. Last night, at an exclusive gala dinner, the winner of the "Best of Show" category, has been awarded a unique version of the 1815 Chronograph by A. Lange & Söhne.
The Flying Spur Hybrid Odyssean Edition: A Glimpse Into Bentley’s Future
Taking inspiration from the EXP 100 GT concept car that defines Bentley's view of luxury mobility in 2035, the Flying Spur Hybrid Odyssean Edition is the first step on a journey to introduce new sustainable materials as part of its Beyond100 strategy.
Roger Dubuis Gears Up With Excalibur Spider Huracán
Roger Dubuis is launching a new Excalibur Spider in collaboration with Lamborghini. The watch is once again an exemplary mix of the DNA of both brands, combining cutting-edge design with innovative materials. Joining the Excalibur Spider Huracán collection, its latest addition gives center stage to Ceramic Composite Fiber (CCF). This high-performance material is normally used in the aerospace industry, in particular for rockets, yet after extensive research and development, Roger Dubuis made it suitable for use in watchmaking.
The Explorer 49.5, designed by Tommaso Spadolini is ready to become a reality.
The Explorer 49.5 – an ambitious project by Tommaso Spadolini, is set to debut after about 12 months of construction.
Ulysse Nardin Supports Most Unusual Brand Ambassador With Cool Diver Chronograph
The great white shark is, without a doubt, a promising contestant for the title of most misunderstood animal on the planet. Portrayed in pop culture as a ruthless killer that preys on anything it can sink its teeth in, preferably humans, of course. Thanks to (non-profit) research organizations like OCEARCH, we can now paint an entirely different picture. It has given us insights into its advanced social behavior and intelligence, not to mention the critical part it plays in keeping the oceans' ecosystem balanced and healthy.
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Announces First Fully Electric Car
"Today is the most significant day in the history of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars since May 4th, 1904,"
The McLaren 765LT Spider: McLaren’s most powerful-ever convertible supercar
Limited to just 765 cars globally, the McLaren 765LT features the core attributes intrinsic to any McLaren Longtail and is now McLaren's most powerful-ever convertible supercar.
Vacheron Constantin Makes Dreams Come True With Les Cabinotiers Westminster Sonnerie – Tribute to Johannes Vermeer
Johannes Vermeer was a Dutch painter of the 17th century who was known to be able to capture light as no other artist could. He had a fondness for household scenes, which he painted in an intimate, lifelike style. While only 36 paintings of his hand are known today, some of them are amongst the world's most famous works of art. While many are familiar with his masterpieces "View of Delft" or "The Milkmaid," they are both surpassed in popularity by the "Girl with a Pearl Earring." This painting shows elegance, unlike any other. That's why it was also a daunting task for Vacheron Constantin to recreate it on one side of their Les Cabinotiers Westminster Sonnerie at the request of a discerning connoisseur.
Watch of the Week: Glashütte Original PanoMaticLunar
Glashütte Original is a brand that is deeply rooted in the rich tradition of German watchmaking, yet always with eyes on the future. This makes their timepieces honor the past while shaping the future. The PanoMaticLunar is the perfect example of this, capturing attention through its rich, red gold case, combined with a vibrant green dial, featuring an asymmetrical design.
The Benetti Motopanfilo 37M is a superyacht with a retro touch
The Italian shipyard Benetti launched the 120-foot fibreglass and composite yacht inspired by the iconic Benetti navettes of the sixties.