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Watches and Wonders 2024 Draws to a Close with Record Footfall, Appointments

Watches and Wonders 2024 Draws to a Close with Record Footfall, Appointments

April 16, 2024
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The seven-day event welcomed over 49,000 unique visitors; 25% of the 19,000 tickets sold were snapped up by individuals under the age of 25 years

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Jaeger-LeCoultre's Journey of Precision at Watches and Wonders 2024

Jaeger-LeCoultre's Journey of Precision at Watches and Wonders 2024

April 13, 2024
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The brand’s booth narrates the intriguing story of JLC’s pursuit of precision, while its Precision Atelier showcases Chef Himanshu Saini’s haute cuisine

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Toric Takes Centre Stage: Parmigiani Fleurier Redefines the Essence of Men's Dress Watches at W&W 2024

Toric Takes Centre Stage: Parmigiani Fleurier Redefines the Essence of Men's Dress Watches at W&W 2024

April 12, 2024
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The Tonda PF Micro-Rotor No Date and Skeleton Platinum timepieces are also among the novelties showcased by the brand

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Geneva Watch Days 2024 Gets Bigger with 51 Participating Brands

Geneva Watch Days 2024 Gets Bigger with 51 Participating Brands

April 3, 2024
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The fifth edition of the summer gala celebrating horology is set to take place from August 29 to September 2 this year

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GPHG 2024 All Set to Welcome New Prizes and a Special Focus on Sustainability

GPHG 2024 All Set to Welcome New Prizes and a Special Focus on Sustainability

March 29, 2024
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The 24th edition will also witness changes in existing categories, including “Petite Aiguille” and “Challenge”

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Our Expansion Strategy Depends on a Strong Sense of Place: Michael Guenoun of TimeVallée

Our Expansion Strategy Depends on a Strong Sense of Place: Michael Guenoun of TimeVallée

March 22, 2024
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CEO Michael Guenoun speaks to GMT India about what shapes TimeVallée’s expansion plans in India and what customers can expect in the coming months

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Mark Your Calendar: Watches and Wonders 2024 Dates Announced

Mark Your Calendar: Watches and Wonders 2024 Dates Announced

February 13, 2024
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There will be 55 exhibiting brands, both old and new. Plus, three days of the gala will remain open to the public. Here’s what to expect from the event

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Step into the Timeless World of Panerai at its New Boutique in Mumbai

Step into the Timeless World of Panerai at its New Boutique in Mumbai

December 13, 2023
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The luxury watchmaker has opened a new boutique at Mumbai’s Jio World Plaza, which is home to exceptional timepieces from all its collections

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Swiss Luxury Watchmaker IWC Schaffhausen Opens its First Boutique in India

Swiss Luxury Watchmaker IWC Schaffhausen Opens its First Boutique in India

November 23, 2023
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Located at Mumbai’s Jio World Plaza, the store is set to be the ultimate shopping destination for watch lovers. Check out the boutique’s latest offerings as well

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Dubai Watch Week 2023: Highlights from the Horology Gala

Dubai Watch Week 2023: Highlights from the Horology Gala

November 22, 2023
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From hands-on watchmaking sessions to thought-provoking roundtable discussions, DWW 2023 had something for everyone. GMT India was there to experience it all.

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Presenting Frederique Constant x The Avener at Dubai Watch Week 2023

Presenting Frederique Constant x The Avener at Dubai Watch Week 2023

November 20, 2023
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Frederique Constant and The Avener Have Introduced Limited Editions of the 39 mm Highlife Automatic, Featuring Dials Inspired by Recording Studio Console Frequencies

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Offset Quartet: Armin Strom Reveals Tribute 1 with Four New Fumé Dials at DWW 2023

Offset Quartet: Armin Strom Reveals Tribute 1 with Four New Fumé Dials at DWW 2023

November 20, 2023
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Armin Strom's iconic Tribute 1 collection receives a chromatic twist with four new fumé dial colours. Each watch is limited to 10 pieces

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Exploring Time: Carl F. Bucherer's Showcase at Dubai Watch Week 2023

Exploring Time: Carl F. Bucherer's Showcase at Dubai Watch Week 2023

November 17, 2023
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Carl F. Bucherer has introduced the Manero Tourbillon Double Peripheral ‘Green Paradise’ and the Manero Minute Repeater in Titanium at the ongoing watch gala

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Arnold & Son's Time Pyramid 42.5 Watches in Red Gold and Platinum Unveiled at Dubai Watch Week 2023

Arnold & Son's Time Pyramid 42.5 Watches in Red Gold and Platinum Unveiled at Dubai Watch Week 2023

November 17, 2023
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The collection, defying conventional linear and cyclical interpretations of time, features a redesigned 42.5 mm case and a blue aventurine glass back

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Dubai Watch Week 2023 Begins on a High Note

Dubai Watch Week 2023 Begins on a High Note

November 16, 2023
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GMT India’s first day at the Dubai watch gala included checking out unique brand exhibitions, engaging Masterclasses, and more

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MB&F Horological Machine Nº11 Architect: Where Architecture Meets Timekeeping

MB&F Horological Machine Nº11 Architect: Where Architecture Meets Timekeeping

November 16, 2023
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Max Büsser's musings come to life as MB&F reveals an extraordinary wrist machine, inspired by the 1960s architecture, just in time for Dubai Watch Week 2023

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Dubai Watch Week 2023: ORIS Introduces ProPilot X Calibre 400 Laser and Divers Sixty-Five Date Cotton Candy Sepia

Dubai Watch Week 2023: ORIS Introduces ProPilot X Calibre 400 Laser and Divers Sixty-Five Date Cotton Candy Sepia

November 16, 2023
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From using an innovative lasering technique to embracing a tobacco-coloured spin on its retro diver’s watch, here’s all you need to know about the ORIS releases

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 Curtain-Raiser: What to Expect at Dubai Watch Week 2023

Curtain-Raiser: What to Expect at Dubai Watch Week 2023

November 15, 2023
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Featuring immersive sessions and masterclasses, the watch gala is supported by partners like Dubai Economy and Tourism, Dubai Culture, and Christie's

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The Complete GMT India Guide to Watch Straps

The Complete GMT India Guide to Watch Straps

November 14, 2023
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Straps are an inextricable part of watch aesthetics. If you want to build a truly formidable strap collection, you must learn about these time-tested options

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Winners Take it All: Presenting the Champions of GPHG 2023

Winners Take it All: Presenting the Champions of GPHG 2023

November 10, 2023
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Often perceived as the ‘Oscars’ of the watch industry, the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) awards honoured the best timepieces from 2022-23

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A Star-Studded Affair: Jacob & Co. Showcases its Classic Timepieces with Ethos Watches in New Delhi

A Star-Studded Affair: Jacob & Co. Showcases its Classic Timepieces with Ethos Watches in New Delhi

November 9, 2023
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Delhi-based retailer Ethos Watches collaborated with Jacob & Co. to bring the famous jeweller and watchmaker to India and showcase some of its finest timepieces

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A Night to Remember: Inside Cartier’s Sparkling Diwali Bash in New Delhi

A Night to Remember: Inside Cartier’s Sparkling Diwali Bash in New Delhi

October 30, 2023
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Cartier kicked off the festive season with a grand Diwali party at the Discover Collection Club, Ashoka Hotel, in the capital

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The Skeleton Will Be Our Best-Selling Product for India: Olivier Bovet of Mauron Musy

The Skeleton Will Be Our Best-Selling Product for India: Olivier Bovet of Mauron Musy

October 25, 2023
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The brand’s Sales Director spoke to GMT India about his expectations from the Indian market and the challenges Mauron Musy faces as an independent watchmaker

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 Leonardo DiCaprio Invests in Swiss Watch Brand ID Genève, a Pioneer in Circular Economy

Leonardo DiCaprio Invests in Swiss Watch Brand ID Genève, a Pioneer in Circular Economy

October 18, 2023
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The Hollywood actor’s investment is part of a CHF 2 million seed round for the brand that recycles and reuses parts and materials for its watches

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Jaeger-LeCoultre & Michelangelo Foundation’s Homo Faber Fellowship Will Benefit 20 Master Artisan-Young Craftsperson Duos

Jaeger-LeCoultre & Michelangelo Foundation’s Homo Faber Fellowship Will Benefit 20 Master Artisan-Young Craftsperson Duos

October 6, 2023
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The seven-month programme began in Portugal in September 2023. Starting in late October, the six-month residential placement will focus on honing practical skills

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TAG Heuer and Porsche Team Up to Honour the Carrera Panamericana Race

TAG Heuer and Porsche Team Up to Honour the Carrera Panamericana Race

October 6, 2023
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The new Porsche 718 GT4 RS Panamericana Special sports car celebrates the famous race as well as the long-standing partnership between the two icons

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GMT India Checks Out the Tissot Special Edition at MotoGP 2023

GMT India Checks Out the Tissot Special Edition at MotoGP 2023

October 4, 2023
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MotoGP, India’s first Grand Prix, took place at the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida & we were there to witness it with Tissot as the official timekeeper

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GPHG 2023: Nominations for the Mechanical Clock of the Year Award

GPHG 2023: Nominations for the Mechanical Clock of the Year Award

September 29, 2023
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From a Ferrari-shaped clock to a football-sized mechanical marvel, this year’s nominees for the GPHG clocks category boast breathtaking design

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Presenting the ‘Challenge’ Nominees for This Year’s GPHG Awards

Presenting the ‘Challenge’ Nominees for This Year’s GPHG Awards

September 27, 2023
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Check out the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG 2023) academy’s nominations for the ‘Challenge’ watch category of the year

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Louis Moinet Cosmopolis Features in the Guinness World Records for Displaying the Maximum Number of Meteorites on a Dial

Louis Moinet Cosmopolis Features in the Guinness World Records for Displaying the Maximum Number of Meteorites on a Dial

September 25, 2023
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Guinness record holder Cosmopolis brings to your wrist a slice of outer space — 12 cosmic rocks adorn the dark grey dial

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GPHG 2023: Introducing the Most Complex Nominees in the Mechanical Exception Category

GPHG 2023: Introducing the Most Complex Nominees in the Mechanical Exception Category

September 21, 2023
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Engineering with precision has been the foremost criterion for creating some of the most technically advanced timepieces in the world of horology

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GPHG 2023: Three Cheers for the Tourbillon Category Nominees!

GPHG 2023: Three Cheers for the Tourbillon Category Nominees!

September 20, 2023
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A tourbillon remains one of the top achievements for any watchmaker. GMT India examines the watches that shine bright in this GPHG category

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GPHG 2023: Final Nominations for Men’s and Men’s Complication Categories Announced

GPHG 2023: Final Nominations for Men’s and Men’s Complication Categories Announced

September 19, 2023
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As we wait for the 2023 GPHG Awards with bated breath, here’s a closer look at the Men’s and Men’s Complication nominees

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GPHG 2023: Introducing the Nominees for the Calendar and Astronomy Timepieces Category

GPHG 2023: Introducing the Nominees for the Calendar and Astronomy Timepieces Category

September 13, 2023
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The Calendar and Astronomy timepieces category recognises watches with at least one calendar and/or astronomical complication on each

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GPHG 2023: Presenting the Final “Petite Aiguille” Nominations

GPHG 2023: Presenting the Final “Petite Aiguille” Nominations

September 11, 2023
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The “Petite Aiguille” category covers watches with retail prices that range between CHF 2,000 and CHF 8,000. Here are this year’s nominees for the coveted prize

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GPHG 2023: Meet the Nominees for the Iconic Timepieces Category

GPHG 2023: Meet the Nominees for the Iconic Timepieces Category

September 8, 2023
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The Iconic category recognises watches that have had a significant and enduring impact on watchmaking and the market for over 20 years

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GPHG 2023: Final Nominations for the Ladies’ and Ladies’ Complications Categories Revealed

GPHG 2023: Final Nominations for the Ladies’ and Ladies’ Complications Categories Revealed

September 8, 2023
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As we get ready for the forthcoming GPHG Awards, here’s a lowdown on all nominees for the Ladies’ and Ladies’ Complications sections

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Watches and Wonders Shanghai Reveals the Official Five-Day Programme

Watches and Wonders Shanghai Reveals the Official Five-Day Programme

September 1, 2023
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Scheduled to be held on 13-17 September, 2023, the Salon will, for the first time, be open to the public for the weekend

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The GPHG Academy Reveals Official Nominees for This Year’s Prizes

The GPHG Academy Reveals Official Nominees for This Year’s Prizes

August 31, 2023
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The 90 nominees will be vying for the 20 prizes at GPHG 2023, scheduled to be held on 9 November in Geneva

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Geneva Watch Days 2023: Watchmaking Titans Converge for an Unforgettable Inaugural Day

Geneva Watch Days 2023: Watchmaking Titans Converge for an Unforgettable Inaugural Day

August 30, 2023
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During the inauguration festivities, the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) unveiled a curated selection of 90 timepieces

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Louis Erard, @TheHorophile Reinterpret Art Deco for the New La Petite Seconde Metropolis Limited Edition

Louis Erard, @TheHorophile Reinterpret Art Deco for the New La Petite Seconde Metropolis Limited Edition

August 28, 2023
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The ‘Empire’ baton hands of the 39 mm watch present a motif of universal significance: Manhattan’s Empire State Building, a timeless Art Deco skyscraper

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We want to constantly step outside the comfort zone and keep surprising people: Nicholas Hofmann of H. Moser & Cie.

We want to constantly step outside the comfort zone and keep surprising people: Nicholas Hofmann of H. Moser & Cie.

July 27, 2023
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The International Sales Director for H. Moser & Cie. speaks to GMT India about the brand’s core philosophy, recent collaborations, and expansion plans

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Dates and Venue for Watches and Wonders 2024 Announced

Dates and Venue for Watches and Wonders 2024 Announced

July 10, 2023
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Start making plans and calendaring those appointments as Watches and Wonders will be back next April with grander events

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All for a Noble Cause: Only Watch Announces 62 Lots, World Tour Dates for its November Charity Auction

All for a Noble Cause: Only Watch Announces 62 Lots, World Tour Dates for its November Charity Auction

June 30, 2023
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All auction proceeds will benefit ongoing research on Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, a genetic disorder characterised by progressive muscle degeneration

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Watches and Wonders Heads to Shanghai, Hosting the Salon in September 2023

Watches and Wonders Heads to Shanghai, Hosting the Salon in September 2023

June 16, 2023
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The Shanghai chapter of Watches and Wonders will take place at the city’s West Bund Art Center from September 13 to 17 and will feature 14 Maisons

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 Audemars Piguet Names Ilaria Resta as the Brand’s New CEO

Audemars Piguet Names Ilaria Resta as the Brand’s New CEO

May 23, 2023
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Resta brings to the table over 26 years of international experience in leading major divisions of highly respected companies

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 The Countdown to Geneva Watch Days 2023 Begins

The Countdown to Geneva Watch Days 2023 Begins

May 18, 2023
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During the watch gala, beginning on August 29, 40 watch brands will present their creations at the Rotonde du Mont-Blanc pavilion on Lake Geneva

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We Didn’t Compromise on Aesthetics for Functionality and Vice Versa: Antoine Pin of Bvlgari

We Didn’t Compromise on Aesthetics for Functionality and Vice Versa: Antoine Pin of Bvlgari

April 24, 2023
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Bvlgari Watch Division’s Managing Director Antoine Pin talks to GMT India about the all-new Octo Roma and the challenges the brand faced in its journey

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Movado Announces Bollywood Actor Sidharth Malhotra as its Indian Brand Ambassador

Movado Announces Bollywood Actor Sidharth Malhotra as its Indian Brand Ambassador

January 31, 2023
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The brand’s tie-up with the Bollywood star highlights the special partnership that Movado aims to forge with unique personalities across the world

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Maurice Lacroix Breathes New Life into the AIKON Quartz Collection

Maurice Lacroix Breathes New Life into the AIKON Quartz Collection

April 6, 2023
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The latest releases include new dial options for AIKON Quartz timepieces, available in 35 mm and dual-tone 40 mm sizes

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At Watches and Wonders 2023, Montblanc Launches High-Tech Sports Timepieces for Adventurous Climbers

At Watches and Wonders 2023, Montblanc Launches High-Tech Sports Timepieces for Adventurous Climbers

April 2, 2023
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Montblanc’s Watches and Wonders novelties celebrate the spirit of adventure and continue to honour the mountains

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Patek Philippe Releases New Chronographs and Minute Repeater at Watches and Wonders

Patek Philippe Releases New Chronographs and Minute Repeater at Watches and Wonders

March 31, 2023
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Swiss luxury watchmaker Patek Philippe continues to impress with its latest Watches and Wonders novelties

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A Quartet of Exquisite Timepieces from Louis Moinet at Watches and Wonders 2023

A Quartet of Exquisite Timepieces from Louis Moinet at Watches and Wonders 2023

March 31, 2023
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An independent watchmaker's masterpiece collection: IMPULSION, MEMORIS SPIRIT Electrum, TEMPOGRAPH SPIRIT, and TIME TO RACE

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Patek Philippe Launches at Watches and Wonders 2023 Include a   Haute Joaillerie Version of the GrandMaster Chime

Patek Philippe Launches at Watches and Wonders 2023 Include a Haute Joaillerie Version of the GrandMaster Chime

March 31, 2023
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Other new variants from the Swiss luxury watchmaker, unveiled at the event, have earned plaudits as well

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Arnold & Son Wins Hearts with Double and Ultrathin Tourbillons at Watches and Wonders 2023

Arnold & Son Wins Hearts with Double and Ultrathin Tourbillons at Watches and Wonders 2023

March 30, 2023
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The brand’s latest offerings, Double Tourbillon White Gold and Ultrathin Tourbillon Gold, are horological triumphs in every sense

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Gerald Genta’s Ingenieur SL, Pilot’s Chronographs Feature Prominently in IWC Launches at Watches and Wonders 2023

Gerald Genta’s Ingenieur SL, Pilot’s Chronographs Feature Prominently in IWC Launches at Watches and Wonders 2023

March 29, 2023
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The brand’s novelties boast minimalist designs, bolstered by the innovative use of titanium and ceramic

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Hublot Rolls Out New Big Bang and Golf Models at Watches and Wonders 2023

Hublot Rolls Out New Big Bang and Golf Models at Watches and Wonders 2023

March 28, 2023
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The latest versions of the brand’s signature timepieces attest to Hublot’s technical expertise and its close association with the world of sports

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Hermès Introduces 4 Novelties at Watches and Wonders 2023

Hermès Introduces 4 Novelties at Watches and Wonders 2023

March 28, 2023
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The spectacular novelties from Hermès show how the brand has elevated its approach to watchmaking

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Nature Takes Centre Stage as Chopard Releases its Latest Collection at Watches and Wonders 2023

Nature Takes Centre Stage as Chopard Releases its Latest Collection at Watches and Wonders 2023

March 27, 2023
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Chopard has introduced a trio of timepieces that embrace the ethos of sustainable luxury: Alpine Eagle 41 XPS, Happy Sport 25 mm and IMPERIALE

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ZENITH Makes Four New Additions to the DEFY Collection at LVMH Watch Week

ZENITH Makes Four New Additions to the DEFY Collection at LVMH Watch Week

January 19, 2023
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ZENITH announces four new DEFY watches at LVMH Watch Week 2023: the Skyline Skeleton, the mid-sized Skyline, a boutique-exclusive Skyline, and the Extreme Glacier

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LVMH Watch Week 2023: TAG Heuer Debuts Exciting Novelties

LVMH Watch Week 2023: TAG Heuer Debuts Exciting Novelties

January 12, 2023
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At LVMH Watch Week 2023, TAG Heuer puts forth bold new designs, reinventing iconic models with cutting-edge technology and innovative style

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The Power of Five: Check Out the New Capsule Collection from Carl F. Bucherer

The Power of Five: Check Out the New Capsule Collection from Carl F. Bucherer

February 2, 2023
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Carl F. Bucherer’s just-launched Capsule collection comprises five signature variants that are bound to impress watch collectors

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Mark Your Calendar: Dubai Watch Week Set to Return for Sixth Edition

Mark Your Calendar: Dubai Watch Week Set to Return for Sixth Edition

February 2, 2023
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The five-day horological event in Dubai aims to boost networking and forge collaborations between stakeholders. Expect a deeply immersive experience

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Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève: Winners Announced

Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève: Winners Announced

November 12, 2022
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The ‘Oscars’ of the watch industry has just announced the names of the winning timepieces. Here’s saluting the GPHG 2022 heroes

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India will soon have its own watch event: Yashovardhan Saboo

India will soon have its own watch event: Yashovardhan Saboo

October 11, 2022
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Buoyed by the response from young watch enthusiasts, the Ethos Watch Boutiques chief sees a bright future for the Indian luxury watch market

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We Believe in Investing in Research and Making Watches that are Practical: Jan Edöcs

We Believe in Investing in Research and Making Watches that are Practical: Jan Edöcs

October 13, 2022
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As Doxa debuts Army Limited Edition, CEO Jan Edöcs speaks to GMT India about the company's history, promising future and sustainability standards

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Watches and Wonders Set to Make Geneva’s Heart Tick

Watches and Wonders Set to Make Geneva’s Heart Tick

January 20, 2023
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Nearly 50 Maisons will take part in the annual watch gala in Geneva; the doors are open to the public too

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Please Compete, GPHG Chief Tells Indian Watch Brands

Please Compete, GPHG Chief Tells Indian Watch Brands

October 11, 2022
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GPHG President Raymond Loretan wants to see Indian watch brands enter their timepieces into the famed annual watchmaking competition

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Watches and Wonders Sets Sail for China’s Hainan

Watches and Wonders Sets Sail for China’s Hainan

November 18, 2022
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Thirteen Maisons will participate in the three-month watch gala on the picturesque island of Hainan

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