Category: Watch News
Richard Mille RM 051 Phœnix Michelle Yeoh
Collaborations are common-place across the luxury industry, and the exclusive world of high-end watch-making is no exception. Admittedly these partnerships are not always successful and the end result sometimes lack-luster at best. Sometimes though things just fall into place and two exceptional individuals come together to create something truly breathtaking, something that makes us say ‘wow’.
Define Watches Have Announced A Special Sale – Check Out Our Picks
It’s sale time! As you may have seen on our Facebook page already Australian-based Define Watches is giving you the rare chance to purchase some ex-display and run out models at significantly discounted prices.
Please Welcome TWL’s New Asia Correspondent – Ming Thein!
Last week we brought you the first in what we hope will be a series of phenomenal articles by the incredibly talented Ming Thein! If you missed this photographic essay on Jaeger Le-Coultre’s Tribute to the iconic Deep Sea Memovox please click here to read it as it’s definitely a must see (please be warned though, it contains some serious watch porn!)
Hublot King Power Dwayne Wade
Hublot recently unveiled the highly anticipated (by some devotees at least!) King Power Dwyane Wade, a limited edition timepiece celebrating the achievements of NBA superstar and Hublot ambassador Dwayne Wade. The announcement was made in conjunction with the launch of Hublot’s “One Million RMB Basketball Chinese Charity Challenge”- the brand’s first international event linked with basketball – in which Wade will be participating in Beijing.
Omega Seamaster 1948 Co Axial “London 2012″ Limited Edition
It seems the count-down to the London 2012 Olympics has already begun, with Omega unveiling the elegant Seamaster 1948 Co-Axial “London 2012″ Limited Edition a year to the day before the Olympic Games Opening Ceremony in London. This understated timepiece is a reinterpretation of the brand’s first ever automatic Seamaster and commemorates Omega’s status as Official Timekeeper for the 25th time.
IWC Ingenieur Automatic Mission Earth Edition “Plastiki”
Despite its deceiving name (and appearance) you will be happy to learn that IWC’s new Ingenieur Automatic “Plastiki” model is not in fact made of plastic. Rather this clean looking timepiece has been designed to commemorate the successful “Plastiki” expedition undertaken by British adventurer David de Rothschild and his crew in 2010 for which IWC was the official partner.
80, and still young: report from the Reverso Anniversary
There was an undeniable Reverso vibe in Paris this past week. It was a mix of elegance, prestige, with a touch of celebration. It’s something you’ve seen a hundred times before, and still there is something new to discover each and every time.
Independent Watch-Makers Finally Available In Australia!
Well, it’s official, the timepieces of some of the best independent watch-makers in the world will soon be available in Australia with the all new Perth based luxury watch boutique, Swiss Time Machine, officially announcing today the brands it has to offer Australian aficionados. Suffice to say, there were a few pleasant surprises in there!
Been There, Done That: The First Watchmakers’ Ball
A few months ago The Watch Lounge received a Press invitation to the first “Watchmaker’s Ball”. Our first reaction was something along the lines of “never heard of it, sounds like it would be boring no matter what palace it’s at” So when the computer asked ‘Do you want to delete this email?’ the answer was a quick and decisive ‘yes!’
Mr. Race Sighted In… Australia!?
You may recall a few a months ago that the talented and charming Mr. Race vanished off the face of the earth, last seen heading for the beautiful beaches of Spain with an equally beautiful companion. Now in a completely unexpected turn of events, he has resurfaced in the most unlikely of places: Australia!
Only Watch 2011: Romain Jerome Rock the Rock DNA Watch
Last week we gave a preview of some of our favorite pieces in the up-coming Only Watch auction to be held in Monaco with proceeds going to fund medical research into Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Today, we’re taking a closer look at the entry from the masters of the unusual, Romain Jerome.
Only Watch 2011 – Our Picks So Far
Undoubtedly many of you would be aware of (and eagerly anticipating) the arrival of the ‘Only Watch’ auction that is held in Monaco every 2 years under the patronage of HSH Prince Albert II. This special event sees some of the best known watch-makers and artisans in the world dedicating their exceptional talents to creating unique pieces to be auctioned, with the proceeds being donated to fund medical research into Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.
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