From iconic and rare to vintage styles: Top watches seen as ultimate investment pieces

  As the watch industry is trying to find its future in ultra-niche and luxury products, a small group of watchmaking brands have the unique power to constantly capture the luxury consumer spend. Fine watches became another investable commodity. But does that make them a good investment? In a world of unpredictable and accelerating change, … Read more

Hard times for luxury Swiss watches as sales drop 10%

Swiss watch federation reports huge drop in exports to China as official crackdown on bribery makes it worst year for industry since 2009

L’Instant Chanel view by Patrick Demarchelier

L’Instant Chanel advertising campaign by Patrick Demarchelier.       Chanel’s iconic J12 timepiece gets a new update every year at Baselworld Watch and Jewelry Fair (Basel, Switzerland). For 2014, Chanel presented at more feminine design in the 365 version within its extraordinary three-tier stand designed by American architect Peter Marino. The name of the … Read more