January 2026 kicks off with a wave of new watch releases from Credor, Hublot, Kurono and others, blending Japanese craftsmanship, avant-garde fashion collaborations and Lunar New Year motifs. Highlights include Credor Goldfeather Imari Nabeshima porcelain dial (€15,000), Hublot Classic Fusion Yohji Yamamoto All Black Camo (€12,700), Kurono Tokyo INSEKI with a meteorite dial (US$1,850), Oris Artelier Year of the Horse (€8,000), TAG Heuer Carrera Dato Year of the Fire Horse (€7,850), Venezianico Nereide GMT Xi’an (€950), Seiko 145th Anniversary editions from A$3,000, Casio G-Shock MRG-B2100D-2A Hanada-iro Blue (US$4,200), Bulova Year of the Horse, and Vario Versa Year of the Horse (A$654).
This article reviews three detailed books on watches: James Dowling's 'The Rolex Legacy' explores rare and lesser-known Rolex models; Gisbert Brunner's 'The Watch Book Rolex' offers an updated history of Rolex, including recent models and cultural impact; and Arno Michael Haslinger's 'Heuer Chronographs' provides an in-depth look at Heuer's racing chronographs from the 1960s to 1980s, emphasizing their connection to motorsport. All three books serve as comprehensive resources for watch enthusiasts.
The article highlights the top chronograph watches of 2025, including vintage-inspired models like Angelus Chronographe Télémètre, innovative designs such as Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Jumbo Chronograph RD#5, historically accurate Breguet Type XX Chronograph 2075, the intricate Montblanc 1858 Split Second, and the futuristic TAG Heuer Monaco Flyback with TH-Carbonspring technology.
The article highlights the top watch trends and notable releases in 2025, including the resurgence of field watches, vibrant colored dials, esoteric guichet watches, playful themed watches, innovative world-timers, elegant bracelet designs, record-breaking chronographs, and affordable dive watches, showcasing a year of diverse and innovative timepiece designs.
Successful men favor a variety of watches to showcase their style and status, ranging from luxury brands like Omega to tech-focused options like Apple Watch, with choices reflecting personal style, functionality, and budget.
The article highlights 17 new watch releases from brands like Omega, Timex, Unimatic, and others, showcasing innovations and designs across luxury, vintage-inspired, and durable diving watches, reflecting the industry's continuous evolution and creativity.
The article highlights 19 new watch releases from brands like Bulgari, Citizen, TAG Heuer, Casio, and more, showcasing a range of luxury, sports, and limited-edition timepieces that demonstrate the industry's continuous innovation and craftsmanship.
Barrelhand, a Californian startup, is developing the Monolith, a purpose-built mechanical watch for space exploration that addresses the limitations of traditional space watches like Omega's Speedmaster, using advanced materials, 3D printing, and innovative design to withstand extreme conditions and potentially be used in future space missions.
The article highlights the best watches for summer 2025, including colorful and versatile models like Seiko 5 Sports SKX series, Hublot Big Bang Unico Summer, Bulgari Aluminium Chronograph, Rado Anatom, and Longines Legend Diver, catering to various styles and activities during the season.
The article highlights a dozen new watch releases from brands like Breitling, Tissot, Unimatic, and others, showcasing innovations and special editions across various styles, including divers, chronographs, and collaborations, emphasizing the industry's continuous evolution and creativity.
Swatch and Omega have surprised watch enthusiasts with the release of a new all-black MoonSwatch Snoopy, just 10 days after the original white version. The black version, named "Full Moon," features a moodier design with black lugs, crown, and pushers, and includes a hidden UV ink detail of Snoopy's famous quote. The release coincides with the upcoming full moon and precedes the Watches and Wonders event, showcasing the ongoing disruption caused by Swatch and Omega in the watch world.
Swatch teases a new collaboration with Snoopy for its Moonswatch collection, hinting at an upcoming release during an important moon event. The anticipation for this collaboration is high, especially after less exciting limited edition releases in the past. With the low price and comparison to the Omega Speedmaster, this collaboration is expected to be a hit among watch enthusiasts.
Timex introduces the Marlin Jet, a new watch inspired by 1960s design with a modern twist, featuring a domed Hesalite crystal extending to the entire bezel, a 24-hour subdial, and an exhibition window on the caseback, available exclusively online for $289.
The watch industry has seen some exciting new releases in 2024 so far, including the Omega Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon Apollo 8 Edition, Huckberry x Timex Titanium Automatic Field Watch, Shinola Ceramic Monster Automatic, Citizen Godzilla, and Longines The Master Collection GMT. These new watches feature upgrades, collaborations, and themed designs, offering something for both collectors and enthusiasts.
The 2024 Golden Globes showcased a star-studded guest list and an array of notable timepieces, with Will Ferrell notably flaunting his No Time To Die Omega Seamaster Diver 300m on the red carpet. Other celebrities sported impressive watches, including Selena Gomez with a diamond Bulgari Serpenti and Bradley Cooper with a blue dial Louis Vuitton Tambour. The event highlighted a mix of product placement and personal style, with Omega making a strong showing and Christopher Nolan's mystery watch adding to the intrigue.
