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There are nearly as many dive watches to choose from as there are reasons to wear one. If the choice feels overwhelming, let us help. Here is a selection of our favourites this summer. Any of these will serve you well, whether you are cliff diving in Acapulco or lounging in Portofino.
After introducing the redesigned Seamaster Planet Ocean, OMEGA marked the collection's London arrival with an evening at one of the city's most architecturally compelling venues. The Tanks at Tate Modern, former oil storage chambers from the building's power station past, were transformed into an immersive underwater world, with atmospheric lighting and deep-sea projections. This traced the Planet Ocean back to its origins as a serious dive collection.
There are certain details in jewellery that you notice only once someone points them out, and then you can never stop seeing them. The gold bead is one of those details. Small, perfectly rounded, catching light from every angle, it has been part of Van Cleef & Arpels' visual language for decades, long before it became the centrepiece of the Perlée® collection in 2008.
In Geneva's discreet haute joaillerie world, Nadia Morgenthaler occupies a rare position. She is both the craftsman and the visionary, the engineer and the poet.
The Planet Ocean remains what it has always been: a dive watch with character. This time, expressed through a more refined geometry and a more contemporary graphic clarity, without losing the substance that made it stand out in the first place.
What was supposed to be a quaint enterprise has turned into a 180-year adventure-story. Shaped by inventiveness at the time of crises, the turning wheels of history, and a true desire for greatness, we look back at 180 years of watchmaking in Glashütte with the official legal successor, Glashütte Original.
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Conceived to meet the demands of contemporary watchmaking enthusiasts, Glashütte Original combines innovation with a quest for functional and aesthetic perfection. Let’s take a look to tell if they succeeded.
There are nearly as many dive watches to choose from as there are reasons to wear one. If the choice feels overwhelming, let us help. Here is a selection of our favourites this summer. Any of these will serve you well, whether you are cliff diving in Acapulco or lounging in Portofino.
After introducing the redesigned Seamaster Planet Ocean, OMEGA marked the collection's London arrival with an evening at one of the city's most architecturally compelling venues. The Tanks at Tate Modern, former oil storage chambers from the building's power station past, were transformed into an immersive underwater world, with atmospheric lighting and deep-sea projections. This traced the Planet Ocean back to its origins as a serious dive collection.
The Planet Ocean remains what it has always been: a dive watch with character. This time, expressed through a more refined geometry and a more contemporary graphic clarity, without losing the substance that made it stand out in the first place.
What was supposed to be a quaint enterprise has turned into a 180-year adventure-story. Shaped by inventiveness at the time of crises, the turning wheels of history, and a true desire for greatness, we look back at 180 years of watchmaking in Glashütte with the official legal successor, Glashütte Original.
Omega’s Seamaster Planet Ocean is a famous go-anywhere dive watch that is now complemented by a bold new feature: the world-time display. Epic looks to meet globalized functionality in the latest Omega “PO.”
The Constellation is an Omega staple. While always popular among men, its more compact and beautifully proportioned women’s references have forever defined its character. 2024 sees Omega launch the new Constellation, a gently and cleverly reworked series of watches that, in true Omega fashion, comes available in a large variety of colors and materials.
High functionality, beautiful craftsmanship, and whimsical inspiration come together in this diver’s chronograph watch. Inspired by the silver screen and ready for real-world adventures: the new Glashütte Original SeaQ Chronograph Silver Screen.
Omega has served as the Official Timekeeper of the Olympic Games since 1932, giving way to countless charming watches marking this collaboration. The latest? This one, the Omega Speedmaster Chronoscope Paris 2024.
High-tech meets historical importance in the new 42mm Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Automatique watches in titanium and red gold, topped off with a remarkable in-house movement.
Largely unprecedented in the world of women’s watches, an all-new and bespoke mechanical movement powers the Glashütte Original Serenade Luna.
Recently teased by Daniel Craig, the latest Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch with its crispy white dial offers a fresh, sporty twist to the iconic collection. This new addition, diverging from the traditional black dial, captivates with a bold, high-contrast look that's both modern and timeless.
Glashütte Original has unveiled a horological masterpiece that marries artistry with innovation in the enchanting world of German watchmaking. The Senator Chronometer Tourbillon, a limited edition of only 50 timepieces, is a testament to the brand's commitment to perfection and its status as a leader in the world of haute horlogerie.
In the world of haute horlogerie, the Mini DolceVita by Longines stands as a beacon of timeless elegance and modern allure. Imagine the sparkle of 38 Top Wesselton diamonds encircling the watch face, their brilliance complemented by the contemporary shades of mint green, cherry blossom pink, or tranquil blue dials. Each detail, from the harmoniously coordinated leather straps to the delicately linked metal bracelet, elevates the timepiece to a jewel of unmatched sophistication.
Chanel once again underscores its timeless appeal. With Lily-Rose Depp as its muse, the brand not only captures the zeitgeist of today but also promises an unwavering allure for the generations to come. The Première Édition Originale isn't just a watch; it's Chanel's ode to enduring elegance.
As we sail into the heart of summer, OMEGA, makes waves with its new Seamaster Collection. An oceanic adventure in itself, this 11-piece assortment celebrates the 75th anniversary of the iconic Seamaster family. Each piece is uniquely bedecked in a stunning Summer Blue gradient, symbolising the depth of water resistance each watch can confidently conquer.
Glashütte Original is unveiling its latest creation, the Sixties Small Second, a distinctive homage to the seminal decade that continues to inspire artists, designers, and innovators worldwide. This new watch is not just a testament to Glashütte Original's precision watchmaking prowess; it also pays tribute to a time of social and cultural upheaval that ushered in a new wave of creativity, individuality, and the quest for self-expression.
OMEGA, renowned for its precision and innovative timepieces, has recently unveiled three new models of its much-acclaimed Seamaster Aqua Terra Worldtimer. This collection has been a favourite among global travellers and watches aficionados alike, known for its unique ability to track every time zone on the planet.
The latest watch from A. Lange & Söhne is the Odysseus Chronograph and this Watches & Wonders 2023 novelty is important because it debuts as the German luxury watchmaker’s first-ever self-winding chronograph.
A quick glance is all it takes to recognize the Overseas by Vacheron Constantin. A sweeping case profile envelopes a characteristic bezel, setting the scene for a culmination of sharp and rounded edges, soft and hard surfaces, and a confident, yet likeable vibe. Put it on the wrist — and beware! Your heart might be stolen, and your mind may be wired to be longing for one forever after.
It takes an exceedingly rare combination of savoire faire, dedication, and perseverance to develop a so-called grand complication watch — and that is exactly what Vacheron Constantin has achieved, once again, with the Les Cabinotiers Dual Moon Grand Complication.
The Rolex Perpetual 1908 is a completely new watch collection from Rolex with a new design, movement, and story.
We are always excited to see a watch industry icon’s updates and the Rolex Daytona is of course no exception. The considerable changes to its case, dial, and movement will almost certainly stick around for 6-8 years, giving us plenty of time to get used to an overarching facelift to a watch that enthusiasts have become so innately familiar with.
The new-for-2023 Glashütte Original PanoInverse Limited Edition watch boldly places the concrete canyons right next to all that has made the PanoInverse collection so great: Stunningly beautiful Saxon craftsmanship.
The Vacheron Constantin Overseas has been among the finest watches ever geared toward travel and escapism. Since its all-encompassing 2016 refresh, it lacked a chronograph-fan-favorite panda dial — but that’s about to change with 2023.
Known for its impressively thin luxury watches, Piaget introduces its sporty-chic Piaget Polo with a perpetual calendar and an emerald green or blue obsidian dial.
The race to the Red Planet has begun, and OMEGA is doing its part with this Speedmaster X-33 Marstimer, a titanium analogue/digital watch with a hyper-tech heart that shows Earth and Martian time.
The collaboration of the French powerhouse and the American tech brand has once again excelled with the Apple Watch Hermès Series 8 launch. It brings together functionality and aesthetic beauty.
One of the most refined timepieces out there, the Rattrapante chronograph, is the star of this A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Rattrapante Platinum. Its Teutonic styling and over-the-top finishing make this watch a dream of class and horological technique.
Glashütte’s Seventies series welcomes two newcomers: these two LE models featuring bright dial colors – blue and orange – to take us back in time with a vintage-style timepiece with a sophisticated movement that doesn't miss a beat.
A chronograph with a vintage elegance, this Glashütte Original Seventies Chronograph Panorama Date plays with the Maison's past and the present of its technical solutions to become a future classic.
All the allure of high-tech ceramic for this version of the Rado Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic Diver, an ISO 6425-certified timepiece with a water resistance of 300 meters, available in three fascinating color versions.
The four limited series of this precious skeleton chronograph made of high-tech ceramic with an integrated bracelet are characterized by four different colours. You can choose between blue, light blue, olive green, and sand and find the perfect timepiece to express your personality.
Rolex delights us with a new precious version of the iconic Day-Date, executed in 950 Platinum, with an integrated President bracelet and an icy light blue dial with applied Roman numerals. It’s a triumph of class and personality that proves why the Day-Date is such a classic.
The Glashütte Original SeaQ Panorama Date Green is a complete timepiece combining sportiness, elegance, and a strong reference to nature.
OMEGA has yet again exceeded all design and engineering expectations with their latest OMEGA releases of stunning timepieces. Featuring the OMEGA Seamaster Aqua Terra, the OMEGA Seamaster Diver and the OMEGA Speedmaster Moonwatch Moonshine, this selection of precision pieces includes what are set to be the most iconic releases to date.
Kylian Mbappé knows only too well what it takes to carve a career that is successful, passionate and brimming with excellence. Regarded as one of the world's greatest footballers, it came as no surprise to us when we heard that he was collaborating with the equally creative and virtuous Hublot.
The presentation of the Hublot Big Bang Collection 2022 during LVMH Watch Week was like a box of chocolates – there's something for everyone.
Celebrating the 65th anniversary of the very first Speedmaster, also known as reference CK2915-1, the new OMEGA Speedmaster 321 Canopus Gold is a highly luxurious and refined tribute both inside and out, down to its historically accurate movement.
Looking back at its 65-year history, the Rolex Lady-Datejust continues to be the quintessential ladies’ watch today, spotted on the wrist of Rolex Testimonees, as well as great many other women champions, virtuosos and leading scientists around the globe.
