Travel watches: A “universal time” with a Breitling manufacture movement

The unmistakable first-class feeling on the wrist   Breitling Transocean Chronograph Unitime watch is the easiest way to travel by instantly adjusting the timezone of the countries you visit. When changing meridians, just adjust all the indications in one smooth and easy move by simply turning the crown. Breitling is further extending its invitation to … Read more

Baselworld 2012: Breitling, Hublot, Bulgari, Blancpain, Peter Tanisman

  Each spring, some 1800 companies from the watch, jewellery and precious-stone industries showcase their latest developments and innovations in Basel. About 100,000 visitors from the specialist retail and wholesale trade make their way to Basel from all over the world to discover the current trends and view the latest creations from the watch and … Read more

Horology’s Cold Shower: The 2026 Wrist Dispatch

The Wrist Dispatch: Watches & Wonders 2026-LVMH-Richemont-The Independents-The Reckoning There is a peculiar ritual that plays out in April in Geneva at Watches & Wonders 2026. Men in navy blazers and women in silk scarves gather under the vaulted glass of Palexpo to collectively agree that mechanical watchmaking is, once again, having its greatest moment. … Read more

30 Big Luxury Stories Shaping 2026 – With A Raised Eyebrow And A Smile

Every decade, luxury declares itself “at a turning point,” pours another magnum of optimism, and quietly raises prices. But this time, something genuinely structural is happening. From creative-director musical chairs to bankrupt department stores and gold‑priced gold, the industry is being forced to answer a very awkward question: what exactly are we selling for all … Read more

Luxury Adrift. Hardly. Why the Star Princess is the Most Fashionable Zip Code on the Ocean

The evolution of “travel retail” has reached a new high-water mark as Starboard Group, the LVMH-owned retail curator, launches a suite of high-concept boutiques aboard the Star Princess. Spanning nearly 5,000 square feet across two decks, this environment represents a shift away from traditional duty-free shops toward a “floating flagship” model. By integrating heritage houses … Read more

Luxury Timekeeping: Is the Watch Industry Embracing Tech or Rooted in Tradition? (2025)

The luxury watch industry in 2025 presents a fascinating paradox: a sector deeply revered for its heritage and artisanal craftsmanship is, simultaneously, engaging with cutting-edge technology and artificial intelligence. The latest launches and industry trends reveal not a wholesale abandonment of tradition, but rather a strategic and often subtle integration of tech and AI, aimed … Read more