Women’s Watches

Slim Tickings: Thin Watches from Audemars Piguet and Girard-Perregaux

As watch lovers rediscover the thin, classically elegant timepiece, WatchTime reviews two that represent the trend: the Audemars Piguet Jules Audemars Extra Thin and the Girard-Perregaux 1966. This head-to-head matchup of the two slender timepieces, with original photography by Zuckerfabrik Fotodesign, originally appeared in the magazine’s print edition.

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Jul 17, 2012 by Martina Richter

WatchTime Launches India Edition Amidst VIPs and Bollywood Stars

India is not only one of the world’s most populous nations; it is also one of the world’s fastest growing markets for fine watches. However, until recently, Indian watch lovers have not had a magazine devoted exclusively to their hobby. This month, Ebner Publishing International, parent company of WatchTime, remedies that oversight with the launch...

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Jul 11, 2012 by Mark Bernardo

Jaeger-LeCoultre Launches New Rendez-Vous Ladies Watch with Diane Kruger

German actress Diane Kruger, known for her roles as Helen of Troy in 2004’s Troy and Bridget von Hammersmark in the 2009 Quentin Tarantino WWII film Inglorious Basterds, has been a brand ambassador for Swiss watchmaker Jaeger-LeCoultre since 2009, and now she serves as the inspiration for JLC’s new collection of ladies’ watches, called Rendez-Vous.

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May 30, 2012 by Mark Bernardo

Cartier Santos-Dumont Skeleton Rose Gold

Cartier staked its claim in wristwatch history with the first Santos-Dumont watch, presented by brand founder Louis Cartier to his friend, the Brazilian aviator Charles Santos-Dumont, in 1904. Santos-Dumont, who was one of the pioneers of piloting balloons and dirigibles for flight, had lamented to his friend Cartier how difficult it was to keep track...

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Apr 10, 2012 by Mark Bernardo

Pre-Basel: Omega Constellation Star

A bright new star in Omega’s Constellation family is the Co-Axial 27 mm, for women who appreciate fine mechanical movements. The brushed case with polished claws is crafted from 18k red or yellow gold. The matching bracelet has brushed links and polished bars set with 144 full-cut diamonds totaling 0.54 carat. The bezel is paved...

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Jan 12, 2012 by WatchTime

Only Watch 2011 Raises €4,563,000 to Support Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Research

The fourth edition of the biennial Only Watch Charity Auction was held at the Hotel Hermitage in Monaco on September 23, in the presence of H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco. The sale brought an outstanding €4,563,000, doubling the 2009 results. The auction room was full and the sale generated intense internet and telephone bidding...

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Sep 25, 2011 by WatchTime

Hublot Celebrates United States Liberty Medal Award

The Liberty Medal is given to men and women of courage and conviction who strive to secure liberty to people around the globe. Past recipients include Nelson Mandela, Shimon Peres, Stephen Spielberg, Kofi Annan, Justice Sandra Day O’Connor and Bono. Hublot has partnered with The Constitution Center and the Liberty Medal to create a special...

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Sep 23, 2011 by WatchTime

TAG Heuer Drops Tiger Woods

Bloomberg is reporting that TAG Heuer ended its endorsement relationship with Tiger Woods when his contract expired last month. Woods’s agent Mark Steinberg confirmed in an e-mail to Bloomberg that the agreement has ended.

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Aug 8, 2011 by WatchTime

LVMH Reports Strong First Half Results

LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton recorded revenue of €10.3 billion in the first half of 2011, an increase of 13%. Profit for the first half rose to €2.223 million, an increase of 22% compared to the same period in 2010, which had itself shown strong growth. Organic revenue for watches and jewelry grew by 27%...

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Jul 30, 2011 by WatchTime

Eberhard Names Swiss Watch Consultants Exclusive North American Agent

Eberhard has announced the signing of an agreement with Swiss Watch Consultants LLC to become the exclusive agent for the Eberhard & Co. brand for the U.S., Canadian and Caribbean markets. Eberhard is known as the manufacturer of the patented Chrono 4 and 8 Jours families of timepieces.

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May 31, 2011 by WatchTime

Omega Debuts New Planet Ocean Collection and Announces Film Project in Capri (Video)

Omega chose the Italian island of Capri to debut its upgraded Planet Ocean collection. The four new watches are equipped with unidirectional rotating bezels, helium escape valves and water resistance to 60 bar / 600 meters / 2000 feet. The in-house co-axial movements with silicon balance springs are backed by a four-year warranty. Find details...

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May 25, 2011 by WatchTime

Louis Erard Excellence Regulator

To celebrate its 80th anniversary, Louis Erard presents a new line, the Excellence, comprising seven steel models – five for men, two for women – that are also available in pink gold. The showpiece, the Power Reserve Regulator, pays tribute to the regulator, a symbol of precision in the field of chronometry. The round 40mm...

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Apr 19, 2011 by WatchTime

The Birth of the Modern Dive Watch A Conversation with Cpt. Robert Maloubier

Captain Robert Maloubier’s life story reads like an action thriller that makes James Bond look like a milquetoast, and his exploits launched a chain of events that would result in the creation of the mechanical diver’s watch as we know it today. This is his story.

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Feb 6, 2011 by WatchTime

Ralph Lauren Opens First USA Watch & Jewelry Salon

Ralph Lauren has opened its first USA Watch & Jewelry Salon, located within the new flagship devoted to women’s and home luxury offerings at 888 Madison Ave. in New York City. The Salon features the Ralph Lauren Timepiece collection, and it will debut the Ralph Lauren Fine Jewelry collection.

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Nov 4, 2010 by WatchTime

Citizen Extends USTA Partnership Through 2015

The United States Tennis Association has announced a multi-year extension of their long-standing marketing partnership with Citizen Watch Company. With the current partnership agreement set to expire following the 2010 U.S. Open, this new five-year extension will keep Citizen in place as a USTA Corporate Champion and as the Official Timekeeper of the U.S. Open...

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Aug 25, 2010 by WatchTime

Linde Werdelin’s First Women’s Watch – The White Watch

Linde Werdelin announces the launch of its first women’s watch: The White Watch. Based on the popular 3-Timer model, it has been given a softer and more elegant touch while a new strap has been fitted to accommodate smaller feminine wrists.

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Aug 24, 2010 by WatchTime

Bertolucci Bella Costa

Bertolucci updates the Bella Costa line for men and women with two models: Day-Date, and two time zones with big date. The stainless steel cases have off-center openings highlighted by asymmetrical bezels. Each model is available in 3 finishes: fine-brushed steel and black PVD, all black, and a ladies version featuring a bezel set with...

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Aug 16, 2010 by WatchTime

Marvin Watches Launch in the USA This Fall

Swiss watch brand Marvin is launching a new collection in the United States. The 160 year old brand offers more than 110 styles of men’s and women’s watches for sale in the U.S. this fall. Retail price points range from $780 to $2,500 for watches with mechanical movements.

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Aug 12, 2010 by WatchTime

Applications Open for 2012 Rolex Awards

Rolex has announced the opening of applications to the 2012 Rolex Awards for Enterprise. The awards were established in 1976 to provide funding and recognition to individuals whose projects bring significant benefits to their communities and to the wider world.

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Aug 3, 2010 by WatchTime

Lucien Piccard Files Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in Florida

Lucien Piccard Inc. and affiliated companies LP Watch Group and Charles Winston Luxury Group filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in Florida on July 14. Documents filed with the court show that together, the three companies have about $25 million in liabilities and $22.5 million in assets. Chapter 11 gives companies facing creditor pressure time...

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Jul 20, 2010 by WatchTime

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