Fossil Goes Upscale With New Swiss-Made Watches

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Texas-based Fossil, Inc., known for its range of low-priced, mass market wristwatches and accessories, has launched a new collection of Swiss-made timepieces, the first from the brand to include Swiss movements, including some mechanicals, with prices ranging from $695 to $995. … [Read more...]

Gucci Timepieces Celebrates XIII Annual Latin Grammy Awards

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Gucci timepieces will continue their partnership with the the Recording Academy, and the Latin Recording Academy at this year's Latin Grammy Awards. The exclusive two-year partnership between Gucci Timepieces & Jewelry and The Latin Recording Academy began last year with the launch of a special-edition collection of timepieces and jewelry designed by Gucci Creative Director Frida Giannini and … [Read more...]

The Britains are Coming: Burberry’s New Watch Collection

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Following in the footsteps of brands like Ralph Lauren, Hermès and Louis Vuitton, all of which have made moves to enhance the perception of so-called fashion watches, the British fashion house Burberry is releasing a new high-end wristwatch collection with Swiss movements, called the Britain. … [Read more...]

Van Cleef & Arpels Pierre Arpels (Video)

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The understated, elegant look that has come back into fashion in men's watches over the past few years is on display in the men's dress watch introduced by watch-and-jewelry maison Van Cleef & Arpels at this year's SIHH watch fair: the Pierre Arpels, named after a son of the brand's co-founder, is a contemporary version of a wristwatch that Arpels created for himself in 1949. The concept … [Read more...]

Ralph Lauren Adds Blue-Stripe Limited Edition to Ceramic Sporting Collection

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Ralph Lauren has added a new color option for the racing stripe on the bracelet of its collection of black matte ceramic chronograph watches. The ceramic-case chronographs are part of Ralph Lauren’s Sporting Collection. … [Read more...]

Hermès Dressage

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La Montre Hermès has updated its Dressage watch for men, expanding the diameter of its traditional tonneau case by 1.5 mm to 40.5 mm. The big news for Hermès is what’s inside: the firm’s first proprietary movement. The movement, Caliber H1837, is made for Hermès by Vaucher Manufacture Fleurier, in which Hermès has a 25-percent share; the other 75 percent is owned by the Sandoz Family … [Read more...]

Gucci Serves as Timekeeper at Steve Nash Foundation Charity Soccer Match

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On June 28th, Gucci Timepieces served as the official Timekeeper of the 5th Annual Steve Nash Foundation Showdown, an 8-a-side charity soccer match featuring NBA and professional soccer players to support the Steve Nash Foundation. The event took place at the Sara D. Roosevelt Park in the Lower East Side. To honor the Steve Nash Foundation’s commitment to providing resources to underserved … [Read more...]

Jennifer Hudson and Gucci Introduce New Grammy Museum Watch at L.A. Event

On February 11, on the eve of the 2012 Grammy Awards, Gucci Timepieces presented the third in its limited-edition Grammy collection of limited-production watches at a special event at the Grammy museum in Los Angeles — an event that also featured a live performance by Oscar and Grammy winner (and Gucci fan) Jennifer Hudson. … [Read more...]

SIHH Preview: Ralph Lauren Slim Classique Collection

For Ralph Lauren, the 1920's elegance and daring spirit of optimism have long been a source of inspiration. For 2012, Ralph Lauren presents two new interpretations of his Art Deco Slim Classique design featuring thin silhouettes, elegant guilloché engraving and masterful gem setting. … [Read more...]

Ralph Lauren Slim Classique Square

The Ralph Lauren Slim Classique collection represents modern watchmaking with classical, slender proportions that recall a bygone era. For 2011, Ralph Lauren introduces a new square design inspired by the grand era of Art Deco style. Find technical information, wallpaper and pricing inside. … [Read more...]

Ralph Lauren Sporting Chronograph Black Ceramic

The Ralph Lauren Sporting Chronograph Black Ceramic introduces the high tech material into the collection for the first time in the form of ceramic zirconia, typically used in demanding applications such as jet engine components. The nearly scratchproof case and bracelet are light weight and comfortable. This piece is available in 39mm and 45mm sizes. … [Read more...]

LVMH Acquires Stake in Hermès

LVMH, owner of TAG Heuer, Hublot and Zenith, has acquired 17.1% of French fashion house Hermès for approximately $2 billion. Founded in 1837, Hermès is perhaps best known for scarves, ties and handbags, though the company also produces a range of fashion watches, as well as fine watches in its Pièces d'exception line. … [Read more...]