BR V2-94 Bellytanker: When a machine is a key source of inspiration

The Parisian watchmakers from Bell & Ross pay homage to the Bellytanker vintage racecar. Speed provides the one genuinely modern pleasure. Originating in the forties and fifties, the term “Bellytank” initially referred to the emergency drop tank fitted in the belly of fighter planes. “Bellytanker” is now mainly used for the high-speed race cars manufactured … Read more

The Mark of A Captain: Marine Torpilleur is a chronometer made for a modern era

Ulysse Nardin to sail into the new season with a timepiece for those who captain their own destiny.   In the 19th century, when explorers roamed the oceans, the pocket chronometer was the captain’s watch, a mark of his rank both on shore and off. Ulysse Nardin’s pocket chronometers were among the most coveted – … Read more

Dare to be rare: Excalibur Spider Pirelli timepieces are performed with winning motorsport rubber

Excalibur Spider Pirelli colourful trio is here When the finest engineers meet incredible watchmakers, daring products arise like Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Pirelli timepieces. The perfect fit between Pirelli and Roger Dubuis’ alliance revealed that there is no limit that cannot be pushed back. Featuring rubber inlays from certified Pirelli winning motorsport tyres having competed … Read more

Mr Porter and Gucci launch capsule collection

A vivid colour palette of azure blues and Bordeaux reds, zesty oranges and yellows land on the newly announced MR PORTER x Gucci Exclusive Capsule anchored in classic tailoring silhouettes and eccentric sportswear. Inspired by self-expression, Gucci‘s Creative Director Alessandro Michele brought all the Gucci’s iconic motifs. The bee and tiger, and the newest additions, … Read more

They are back! Crazymals by deGrisogono. To wear as a ring or pendant

Characters that reveal the most closely guarded aspects of our personality. Which Crazymal are you? Alongside Super Pig, Cool Bear, Funky Monkey and KissMe Frog, born in 2009, seven new characters now come to life at 2017 Baselworld. deGRISOGONO’s irreverent little creatures called Crazymals are back! From the top of Mount Lee and its iconic … Read more

Patek Philippe at 2017 Baselworld: A year with two anniversaries and fascinating debuts

Patek Philippe can look back to an uninterrupted legacy of 178 successful years in fine watchmaking, so it is not surprising that the suite of anniversaries is becoming denser. They prompt the Genevan manufacture to craft commemorative watches that recall significant events. In 2017, the Aquanaut collection is celebrating its 20th birthday with an anniversary … Read more