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Hublot’s New Model
Hublot and Czech supermodel Veronica Varekova, an ambassador for the African Wildlife Foundation, are joining together to support a great cause and promote Hublot’s new women’s watch line. Varekova and Hublot held a press conference at Cipriani’s Downtown in New York City this past Thursday to announce their joint effort and to unveil the latest timepieces from the line. Varekova will be Hublot’s first celebrity representative for its women’s collection.
Big Bang Depeche Mode Auction Benefits Teenage Cancer Trust
Depeche Mode, Hublot, Patrizzi & Co. and Liveauctioneers.com are teaming up to offer twelve unique collector timepieces in an online auction with the full proceeds to benefit the Teenage Cancer Trust. Each timepiece bears the artwork of one of Depeche Mode’s legendary studio albums. Bidding opened yesterday and closes February 24. A sampling of the timepieces appears below.
BNB: RIP
Movement maker BNB Concept is out of business. But its founder, and many of its watchmakers, have found a new gig.
Basel Preview: Hublot Gold King Power Tourbillon GMT
The King Power Tourbillon GMT is Hublot’s first tourbillon with a dual time zone indicator. The red and blue GMT dial located at 1 o’clock displays a second time zone of the traveler’s choosing. A retrograde date is located at 9 o’clock. This piece also stands apart because its gold color is unique. The watch is crafted from a new gold alloy containing 5% platinum called “King Gold.” Only 28 examples will be produced.
Basel Preview: Hublot Big Bang Steel Tutti Frutti Rose
The new Big Bang Steel Tutti Frutti Rose features a fine mother of pearl dial which adds a touch of elegance. The satin-finished case is surrounded by 48 baguette-cut pink sapphires, with an alligator strap to match. The case measures 41mm in diameter and is water resistant to 100 meters. The movement is a mechanical auto-winding Hublot caliber HUB4300.
Hublot Launches Bode Bang With Charity Tennis Event
Four-time World Champion skier Bode Miller recently launched the new Hublot limited edition Bode Bang watch with a celebrity tennis match at Sutton East Tennis Club in New York City. The participants gathered to support Bode’s relationship with the Harlem Junior Tennis and Education Program. Following the Celebrity Challenge, Bode led a basic tennis clinic with 50+ kids and then, along with Hublot, (on behalf of the Turtle Ridge Foundation) donated $10,000 to the organization.
Hublot Manufacture Officially Inaugurated
Yesterday Hublot officially inaugurated is new manufacture and offices. Hublot CEO Jean-Claude Biver welcomed LVMH Group Chairman and CEO Bernard Arnault and Philippe Pascal, President of the LVMH Timepieces and Jewellery division. Various celebrities, friends of the brand, partners, as well as representatives from local authorities and the press attended the celebration.
Hublot Big Bang Gold for the Holidays
This holiday season, Hublot suggests the Big Bang Gold. The 5N red gold case measures 44.5mm in diameter and features a bezel wearing a vertical satin finish with 6 titanium H-shaped countersunk, polished screws. The anti-reflective sapphire crystal covers a matte black dial with red gold indexes that match the color of the case. The crown and push-pieces are similarly 5N red gold, with rubber inserts.
Hublot Joins Team Alinghi for 2010 America’s Cup Defense
Hublot and Alinghi announced yesterday that Hublot has committed to support Alinghi’s campaign in the 33rd America’s Cup. Hublot CEO Jean-Claude Biver (photo right) joined Alinghi team president Ernesto Bertarelli at Alinghi’s training base in Genoa, Italy for the announcement. Alinghi will defend against the challenger, Larry Ellison’s BMW Oracle yacht, in the waters off Ras al-Khaimah, UAE, beginning on February 8, 2010.
Hublot Big Bang Black Lemon
Just in time for the steamy days of summer, Hublot offers up some lemon refreshment in the form of this Big Bang Black Lemon. 48 yellow sapphire baguettes weighing 2.2 carats surround the black dial. The bright yellow alligator strap is lined with rubber. The ceramic case measures 41mm and offers 100 meter water resistance. Complete specs appear below.
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