Prestige deals usher in sport’s luxury era; women’s watches pack a technological punch; diamond inclusions enjoy a creative revival; Carmen Borgonovo leads a charmed life; Birmingham buffs its credentials as global jewellery hub
Maverick known for bold colours and unconventional shapes has relaunched his eponymous brand after 15 years
The German maker’s first minute repeater, perpetual calendar watch combines ease of use with reliability and robustness
Sponsorships bring mutual benefits for companies and competitions, but at an increasingly high cost for paying fans
Christopher Ward and Tudor are among brands tapping into the sport’s fast-growing fanbases, including the US and women
Brands are responding to calls for designs that pack complications into a smaller case
With a renowned watchmaker at the helm and technical innovation, the brand aims to be a ‘reference point’ again
How Philippe Delhotal, creative director of Hermès Horloger, forged a distinctive horological identity for the luxury leather brand
Timepieces powered by sunlight were once seen as the antithesis to high-end Swiss watches. But no longer
Splash out – a little - on the best affordable timepieces
Raise the dialling tone
It’s not a mission impossible
The UK brand is one of several watchmakers offering a contemporary take on a centuries-old complication
From pieces using high-tech materials to astronaut-themed dials, the industry is exploring new frontiers
The first woman to join the prestigious AHCI, she has honed her craft to produce a debut piece combining the traditional and futuristic
Amid buoyant consumer demand, watchmakers are under pressure to pass on costs or turn to alternative materials
Eric Pirson reflects on the brand’s increased focus on sport partnerships, its differences with Rolex and its wider strategic moves
Bvlgari is bucking the gloom in much of the European luxury sector by investing in domestic manufacturing and training
Cartier’s Women’s Pavilion sits besides global efforts by other brands to advance female entrepreneurship
Olivier Vaucher’s new partnership with Olivier Gaud has created dials you’ve never seen before
Steal a march on Saint-Germain style this spring
Rolex, Cartier, TAG Heuer, Bvlgari and Patek Philippe are pushing the dial at this year’s Geneva fair
Gem-set timepieces dominate this year’s releases, reflecting high-ticket demand for models made from jewels and precious metals
Chopard’s supply of parts for a Geneva academy is part of industry efforts to nurture next-generation watchmakers
Swiss watchmakers also aim to regrow the market by focusing on classical looking mechanical designs
