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26 COVER STORY
67th Venice International Film Festival
Jaeger-LeCoultre celebrates art
38 COVER STORY
26 67th Venice International Film Festival Jaeger-LeCoultre celebrates art
WATCHES
PATEK PHILIPPE
38 Chronograph Ref. 5170J
AUDEMARS PIGUET
42 Royal Oak Equation of Time
BREGUET
46 Tradition 7047
OMEGA
52 Speedmaster Broad Arrow Co-Axial
BALMAIN
55 Elypsra
Ulysse Nardin BULGARI
Freak Diavolo Rolf75 56 Serpenti
52 GUCCI
60 G-Frame
CITIZEN
62 Yacht Timer
LOUIS ERARD
64 Emotions
SAINT HONORE
Omega
Speedmaster Broad Arrow Co-Axial
68 Worldcode
54 MOVADO
70 Movado Cia
HAMILTON
74 RailRoad 38 mm
TISSOT
Tiffany & Co. 76 Visodate 1957 Automatic
Atlas Dome Gold
HUGO BOSS
76 78 Aviator Chronograph HB-2006
ROTARY
80 Aquaspeed
TITONI
82 Impetus VI
ck
84 Sophistication
Tissot
Visodate 1957 Automatic
ESPRIT
92 85 Esprit 2010 autumn/winter Timewear Collection
TOYWATCH
86 Jelly Looped
SWATCH
88 New Gent
FLIK FLAK
92 Barbie™
Flik Flak
Barbie™
96 100 108
POMELLATO
100 LOVE ME, LOVE ME NOT
GUCCI
102 The Diamantissima
Time Center Clients Treated to a Trip to
the Patek Philippe Manufacture KAYALI JEWELRY
104 All About Sapphires
116
BLOOM
106 Bloom Jewelry
SWATCH BIJOUX
108 Pure Night
PREMIUM NEWS
112 Time Center Clients Treated to a Trip to the Patek Philippe
Gucci Timepiece & Jewelry SIigns
Exclusive Partnership With the Manufacture
Recording Academy®
Hamilton Hosted The Tourist Premiere 122 Hamilton hosted The Tourist Premiere
I
t’s that time when we reflect at what we’ve accomplished in the
past year and what we can look forward to in the New Year. Here at
Premium we are proud to have delivered the latest news on the local
watch and jewelry industry to our loyal readers and we are grateful for
the support we receive from those readers.
It’s also the time of year for gift giving! With Christmas and Valentine’s
Day falling during this quarter why not give your loved one a timepiece EDITOR IN CHIEF
or jewelry piece to show them how much you care. As you’ll see from CELINE ALAEDDIN
this issue, there are plenty of options to choose from, ranging from the
ultra luxurious to the fun and affordable. MANAGING DIRECTOR
AMMAR ABU GOURA
Our cover story for this issue is the ultra glitzy Venice Film Festival,
which is in its 67th year. As official sponsors, Jaeger-LeCoultre chose
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this glamorous event to debut four exceptional creations; the Reverso
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Squadra Art, the Montre Extraordinaire La Rose, the Master Tourbillon
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Wild and the Master Grand Tradition Grand Complication Venice
Edition. Key figures in the world of cinema, such as Jon Hamm, Quentin
Tarantino, Darren Aronofsky and Catherine Deneuve were seen proudly ADVERTISING INQUIRIES
wearing their Jaeger-LeCoultre pieces during the 12 day festival. TELFAX: +962 6 553 00 47
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In other news, Ulysse Nardin launched their limited edition Marine
Diver in conjunction with their sponsorship of the Monaco Yacht Show, PRINTED AT:
Gucci Timepieces and Jewelry signed an agreement with The Recording AL NAHDA PRINTING PRESS
Academy and golf icon Greg Norman became the latest OMEGA brand
ambassador.
ُThe cast of The Town during the premiere at the Venice Film Festival
S
erving as official sponsor September 1st to 11th 2010, would be no passion.
of the Venice International Jaeger-LeCoultre staged the debut
Film Festival since 2005, of four exceptional creations It alone is capable of blending
Manufacture Jaeger-LeCoultre featuring magical craftsmanship intuition and know-how, awareness
shares with the “Serenissima” a that evokes the fairytale charm of and enchantment. It alone is able
deep-felt attachment to a legacy in Venice. to master the technical or aesthetic
which art plays the leading role. details that will transform an
Each watch in its own particular object into a unique masterpiece.
Both are endowed with the ability way engages in a dialogue with This extreme concern for details
to awaken powerful emotions, time and celebrates humankind’s has pervaded the Manufacture
and the City of the Doges and passionate encounter with art. Jaeger-LeCoultre since 1833,
the Grande Maison get together inspiring its craftsmen and
each year to celebrate cinema and Behind every creation lies the masterwatchmakers to mingle
culture, history and time. From human hand, without which there time-honoured techniques with the
latest technological breakthroughs gemstones outlining its corolla. and precision governed by the
in devising the finest timepieces. Transposing nature into a precious most complex of all gem-setting
Those presented in Venice highlight gift, Jaeger-LeCoultre has imagined techniques: snow setting. Invented
the virtuosity of artistic crafts, a “secret” watch in the tradition by Jaeger-LeCoultre, this subtle
weaving indestructible ties between of its jewellery sets and Montres art calls upon the full measure of
the past and a visionary spirit. Four Extraordinaires. Diamonds and the jewellery craftsman’s expertise
creations and as many personalities pink sapphires distil their radiance in order to achieve the peerlessly
that count off time and recount the like vibrant declarations of love. voluptuous frosted effect. Magical
story of Venice, the city of art par The exquisitely romantic flower and even hypnotic, the Montre
excellence, muse of the greatest conceals beneath one petal a Extraordinaire La Rose enfolds
artist and cradle of the most full-set dial over which the hour the wrist in the soft embrace of a
beautiful love stories. and minute hands sweep to the blue-tinged black strap, and is also
rhythm of a hand-wound in house- adorned with ostrich feathers that
Montre Extraordinaire La made movement, Jaeger-LeCoultre gently caress the skin.
Rose Calibre 846. This 18-carat Haute
Joaillerie model shaped by the Reverso Squadra Art
A rose sculpted in white gold expert hands of genuine artists
blossoms in the glow of the celebrates the union of beauty Playing on light in a firework
display of diamonds, brightly each other, taming the colours and a scintillating scenography that
coloured rubies and sapphires, diameters by fusing the individual juggles with materials and with
the new Reverso Squadra Art shades, to the point of entirely the decorative arts. The majestic
crystallises the mysteries of covering the white gold of the case tourbillon spins gracefully at 6
beauty, admirably expressed by and dial. Time has no hold over o’clock over a fan-shaped array of
one of the latter’s most illustrious such a meticulous task, since no diamonds, sapphires, mother-of-
ambassadors, snow-setting. less than 563 hours and 2,870 pearl, genuine peacock feathers
Arranged in graded shades of stones have been lavished on and adventurines. The history
colours, this technique borders on creating this one-of-a-kind model. of the latter is indeed closely
entwined with the City of the
the sublime by complying with the The quest for excellence extends
Doges, since Venice owes its
specific demands of decorating the through to the heart of the watch,
adventurine to the famous blunder
swivel case: whatever the position since beneath the sparkling carpet
committed by a glassmaker in
of the watch, viewed from the beats Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre
Murano over three centuries ago –
front or the back, the motif flows 822, a mechanical manually-wound
when he by chance “all’aventura”
harmoniously right through to the movement.
dropped a few filings into glass in
cradle.
fusion.
Master Tourbillon Wild
Working with an extremely broad The radiance of this mixture,
palette of individually cut and An ode to creative boldness, the spangled with shiny flecks that look
adjusted gemstones, the gem- Master Tourbillon transforms like specks of gold, immediately
setting artisan nestles them against the measurement of time into
A masterpiece of technical
sophistication, the Master Grande
Tradition Grande Complication
Venice Edition is a reinterpretation
of the complicated model presented
by Jaeger-LeCoultre at the start
of 2010. Embodying a perfect
alchemist’s blend of mechanics
and aesthetics, three of the
noblest horological complications
intermingle their functions in a
stunning ‘celestial’ ballet: a minute
repeater, a flying tourbillon and
a sidereal perpetual calendar are
Master Grande Trad Grande
the main actors of a performance Complication Venise Edition
entirely dedicated to the city
Darren Aronofsky wearing Jaeger LeCoultre Stephen Dorff wearing Jaeger LeCoultre
MostraRedLion Reverso Grande Reverso pinkgold
of Venice. The flying tourbillon, magic. The sun revolves around sapphire crystal, is equipped with
in addition to its mission as a the circumference in exactly 24 “trebuchet hammers” that ensure a
regulating organ, plays the role hours and indicates the month, sound of unprecedented purity and
of the sidereal hour hand on a date and zodiac signs –with Leo plenitude. The mechanical heart
guilloché blue dial reproducing in this instance embodied by the of the watch, manually-wound
the sky chart of the Northern legendary winged lion on St. Mark’s Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 945, is
Hemisphere. Square in Venice that symbolises housed within a gold case featuring
the city. a hand-engraved middle depicting
The transparency and the ornamental tiling of the Doge’s
superimposed effects enhance the The minute repeater, featuring Palace.
supremely technical hand-crafted crystal gongs directly fixed to the
adjustment of mesh depth of the The beauty of mechanical stability and rate accuracy.
chronograph wheels at the outer engineering
end of the clutch lever. Every movement part was
3. Optimized synchronization of As befits the heritage of Patek examined by the Comité de
the clutch and brake levers Philippe, the CH 29-535 PS caliber surveillance (Supervisory
The clutch lever and the brake is not only extremely precise and Authority) of the Patek Philippe
lever are directly synchronized with reliable, it is also a masterpiece Seal to make sure it complies with
a finger at the clutch lever. of aesthetics and supreme the manufacture’s strict technical
The complicated involvement of the workmanship. It has strikingly and aesthetic directives. As proof
column wheel is not necessary. elegant form parts and old-style of conformity, the minute-counter
4. Slotted minute-counter cam bridges that are painstakingly cock of every CH 29-535 PS
Thanks to a slot in the minute- chamfered, polished, and decorated movement exhibits the gold-filled,
counter cam, the chronograph with Geneva striping. Every engraved Patek Philippe Seal: a
counter can gently come to a surface, no matter how small, is coat-of-arms silhouette with the
standstill when reset. finished in numerous consecutive intertwined PP initials that stand for
5. Self-setting hammers steps, in most cases by hand. In Patek Philippe.
Self-setting return to zero compliance with the Patek Philippe
hammers improve functional Seal criteria, these movement Classic livery
reliability and dependability. decorations in no way impair
6. Hammers pivoted between the caliber’s functional integrity. A movement with so many
jewel bearings Like all other steel parts, the ancestral features of haute
The two hammers that reset the classic S-shaped clutch lever has horlogerie deserves the regalia
chronograph hand and the minute manually chamfered and polished reserved for classic traditions. With
counter are independently and edges, straight-grained flanks, and Patek Philippe’s new Ref. 5170J
coaxially suspended between jewel meticulously polished surfaces. For chronograph, this begins with the
bearings. Each hammer is pressed this movement as well, all teeth 39-mm round case in 18K yellow
against its respective heart cam of the steel wheels and all pinion gold. Its sleek shape follows the
with its own spring. This system leaves are individually polished by same principle of gestalt that the
optimizes the precise alignment of hand with a rotating hardwood disk manufacture adopted in 1932 when
the hammers and the kinetics of to optimize power transmission and it created the legendary Calatrava
the mechanism. reduce wear. design, quasi inventing the
modern round men’s wristwatch.
Further ingenious features The perfect manifestation Its physique is devoted entirely
The CH 29-535 PS movement of the Patek Philippe Seal to functionality, endowing it with
has a number of additional tangible elegance. With a gentle
features that improve reliability From its underlying concept to flourish, the lugs extend from the
and performance. For example, the artistic finissage, the new CH caseband, imbuing the watch with
the instantaneous 30-minute 29-535 PS is a perfect reflection dynamic poise. The chronograph is
counter is much more complicated of the quality stipulated by the operated with pushers at 2 and 4
than a semi-instantaneous or Patek Philippe Seal. The philosophy o’clock.
continuous counter. Its elaborate behind it focuses on convenience,
construction assures that the small functionality, and long-term Their rectangular shape has been
hand jumps within a fraction of a reliability. a typical attribute of Patek Philippe
second, enhancing precision and wrist chronographs for seventy
legibility. The driving wheel of the The shapes and configuration of the years. Particularly for a manually
chronograph is another example: bridges serve a single purpose: to wound watch, the crown is also an
it is directly integrated in the assure efficient power transmission important element. It is knurled for
wheel train and does not need to from the mainspring barrel to the convenient winding
be subsequently assembled by the escapement with minimized friction with two fingers but small enough
watchmaker. losses in the interest of amplitude not to jab the wrist when the hand
Royal Oak
Equation of Time
Inimitable Octagon
T
he Equation of Time is has embodied the most daring The Equation of Time
a watch that does not innovations in the field of fine
The equation of time is the
immediately reveal all watchmaking. The 423 parts
difference between true solar time
its secrets, instead preferring serving to drive the equation of
and legal time. The solar day,
to cultivate its aura of mystery time, sunrise and sunset, perpetual
meaning the lapse of time between
and fascinating complexity. calendar and astronomical moon-
two consecutive passages of the
Nonetheless, its beauty is self- phase displays are now housed
sun through the meridian in a given
evident. For the very first time, within the famous Royal Oak case. place varies throughout the year.
it is interpreted not within a The Royal Oak Equation of Time It lasts exactly 24 hours only four
classical line, but in the Royal thereby represents the perfect times a year: on April 15th, June
Oak collection. Since its creation blend of traditional and modern 13th, September 1st and December
in 1972, the legendary octagon watchmaking elements.
this system, a lunar cycle thus sheer nobility of this metal, its (12 ½ lignes).
corresponds to 59:2 days, meaning weight also optimises bidirectional
29 days and 12 hours. Yet a true winding and thus the energy The finishing and decoration of
lunar cycle lasts 29 days, 11 transmitted to the barrel – which in this movement are entirely on a
hours, 44 minutes, 2 seconds turn guarantees the power reserve. par with this wealth of technical
and 80 hundredths of a second. This effective winding system ingenuity. All the bridges are
This difference thus leads to a combined with the substantial chamfered and polished by hand.
discrepancy. To solve this problem, power reserve ensures constant Connoisseurs will take particular
the Audemars Piguet master- efficiency over a longer time delight in the work on the internal
watchmakers have developed a period, and the quality of the and exterior angles. They will also
more accurate moon-phase display: winding also favourably influences be pleased to know that even the
an “astronomical” moon. The wheel the accuracy of the watch. parts hidden from their view are
driving the moon comprises 135 This same concern for performance the object of meticulous care. By
teeth instead of the usual 59. The led Audemars Piguet to choose way of example, not only is the
larger number makes it possible to a central rotor rather than upper part of the bridges adorned
measure a lunar cycle of 29 days, an integrated mini-rotor. This with a Côtes de Genève motif,
12 hours and 45 minutes, which is particular technical solution means but the invisible lower part is
just 57 seconds and 20 hundredths that the oscillating weight runs on also finely circular-grained. The
of a second more than a true lunar another level than the barrel and mainplate features five different
cycle. This system thus requires a the balance, thereby providing the circular-graining diameters that
one-day correction just once every latter two organs with more space create an exquisitely refined effect,
122 years and 44 days! in which to operate. The larger the while even the inside of the case-
barrel diameter, the greater the back is also circular-grained, as a
Base Calibre 2120 power reserve – which in this case natural extension of the overriding
amounts to 40 hours. Moreover, principle of fine craftsmanship.
The impressive complexity of the the larger the balance diameter, The unique nature of the Royal Oak
above-described mechanisms the greater the precision of the Equation of Time lies in its capacity
– equation of time, sunrise and watch. for customisation in accordance
sunset indication, perpetual The impeccable finishing of the with the owner’s wishes. To ensure
calendar and astronomical – puts mirror-polished steel parts of correct read-off of the solar
the Royal Oak Equation of Time the gear train and the use of 41 culmination times, the equation
firmly at the pinnacle of the exclusively top-quality jewels of time must refer to a given
complicated watches that are guarantee optimal transmission of longitude. The sunrise and sunset
the pride of Haute Horlogerie. the barrel force to the escapement. times depend on both longitude
These brilliant mechanisms The variable inertia balance enables and latitude. These two parameters
are teamed here with a base particularly fine adjustment, imply choosing a precise spot on
calibre that is equally favoured thereby ensuring peerless precision the planet, the owner’s favourite
by specialists: Calibre 2120. over a longer period of time. place, the place of his choice.
Measuring a mere 2.45 mm thick, This outstandingly distinguished The indication of this place is
it is quite simply the world’s base movement is thus enriched then engraved on the graduated
thinnest mechanical selfwinding with the equation of time, sunrise ring, along with the mean solar
movement with a central rotor: a and sunset, perpetual calendar and culmination time for that same
paragon of fineness, reliability and astronomical moon mechanisms. spot. The lucky owner may also
performance entirely developed, The skill and mastery acquired by decide to personalise the oscillating
produced and exquisitely finished Audemars Piguet’s watchmakers in weight of his timepiece by having
within the Audemars Piguet the field of ultra-thin movements it skeleton-worked to form his
workshops in Le Brassus. has enabled them to house the 423 initials, his zodiac sign or any other
The automatic winding is handled parts of the Royal Oak Equation of motif of his choice.
by a central rotor with a 21-carat Time within a tiny space just 5.35 www.audemarspiguet.com
gold segment. In addition to the mm thick and 28 mm in diameter
Tradition 7047
T
he balance spring is a vital • The manufacturing process Breguet’s flat silicon balance
component of the heart of leading to a silicon balance springs have posted absolutely
a watch movement. It is spring yields a broad variety of conclusive results, allowing the
also the most decisive in terms of configurations, facilitating its company to turn its attention
improving the precision of time- shaping in precise conformity to the development of springs
measuring mechanisms. Its steady with carefully calculated featuring the famed “Breguet
oscillations give the movement its models. overcoil” terminal curve. Producing
rhythm and regulate the flow of • Silicon balance springs are a curve in a sliver of silicon to give
time. The balance spring is best lighter than metal ones and it a third dimension represents a
described as a very fine spiral- thus less prone to warping quite considerable watchmaking
shaped coil spring. Usually made caused by the pull of gravity. exploit. Usually cut from flat silicon
of metal, it is vulnerable to shocks, They are also highly resistant wafers, the springs remain simple
magnetic fields and even the pull of to corrosion and friction as well flat strips. Silicon having none of
gravity, which can cause warping. as impervious to rust. the malleability of metal, getting it
In 2006, Breguet launched the first • All silicon components are to form a bend rising up from the
wristwatches fitted with a balance subjected to a special process coil required a complete rethinking
spring and an escapement made of that markedly improves their of the overall production process.
silicon, a substance with a number resistance to handling and The Breguet overcoil silicon
of advantages: shocks. balance spring will now be adding
its specific advantages to those
• Silicon is totally impervious to After nearly four years of service of silicon on all Breguet calibres,
magnetic fields. in various watch movements, whatever their basic configuration.
Today the new “Breguet overcoil an alloy of precious metals of the directly on the barrel.
silicon balance spring” is found platinum group darker in hue than Displaying impressive technical
in the Breguet Tradition 7047 ruthenium. sophistication, the Breguet
timepiece with tourbillon and The fusee-and-chain transmission Tradition 7047 is the pride
fusee-and-chain transmission. connected to the barrel maintains of Manufacture Breguet. As
Recalling the constructional scheme a constant force for as long as always an undisputed pioneer
of the first tourbillon pocket the watch is running. A number in horological research and
watches built by Breguet, this of patent applications cover the development, Breguet’s creative
model is presented in a platinum large tourbillon resonator at one achievements are soon turned
version with a movement treated o’clock on the watch face, one for a into practical technical advances
with an anthracite-toned grey titanium balance and three relating found in timepieces marketed
metal compound. Its surface finish to Breguet silicon balance springs. promptly, without undue delays or
results from a new and improved A further patent was awarded for quantitative limitations.”
electrodeposition process involving the power-reserve indicator fitted www.breguet.com
PanoMaticCounter XL
N
ot everyone appreciates Pushers and a clear display make One. Two. Three …That’s a start.
art. Some say art has no it possible to count and keep track Now, use your imagination.
meaning. Some say it of things from 1 to 99. Perhaps you
serves no practical purpose. Some don’t quite see the point? The PanoMaticCounter XL presents
say art is irrelevant. With all due its curiously fascinating counter
respect, we disagree. We thought as much. Here are complication in an elegant and
some ideas of what you can count effective manner. Red numerals
At Glashütte Original, we live for with your PanoMaticCounter XL - appear on a black ground in a
art. Not modern dance or painting How many goals your team has double-digit window positioned
or poetry. At Glashütte Original, we scored. at 9 o’clock. The wearer activates
live for the art of engineering. Take How many mechanical watches you the counter using three pushers
the new PanoMaticCounter XL, for own. positioned on the left side of the
example. To a superb mechanical How many words your baby knows. stainless steel case.
movement we have added an How many times you thought of
intriguing complication - a counter. her. The plus pusher at 9 o’clock moves
Ref. 780-81
Movement caliber UN-78
Limited edition of 30 pieces
U
lysse Nardin, the Leader in watchmaker acclaimed for silicium, a revolutionary material
Timepiece Invention and its thousands of “firsts” in at the time, the Freak forever
Innovation, Demonstrates watchmaking, takes the lead in changed the course of haute
Breakthroughs in Watchmaking ingenuity, once again with the horology. Now, like its siblings
with the Freak Diavolo Rolf 75. new Freak Diavolo Rolf 75, a – the Freak DIAMonSIL®, Freak
progression of the groundbreaking Diamond Heart and Freak Blue
An evolution of the iconic Freak 2001 Freak. Phantom – the Freak Diavolo Rolf
– a game changer in haute 75 pays tribute to the original
horology – the Freak Diavolo Due to the ultramodern, minimalist Freak’s pioneering spirit by
follows in its predecessor’s and unconventional design of the expanding its use of silicium and
footsteps, showcasing unrivaled Freak’s tourbillon carrousel – one taking its tourbillon to new heights.
advancements in technology, that possessed no true dial, crown
materials and design. or hands – and being the first Named after its devilish-in-
timepiece to successfully present appearance power-reserve
Ulysse Nardin, the Swiss escapement wheels constructed of backing, with its red “horns” and
Speedmaster
Broad Arrow Co-Axial
W
hen OMEGA created the
first Speedmaster in
1957, no one could have
imagined what adventures lay in
store for the watch that would
become the world’s most famous
chronograph.
Elypsra
O
ccasionally, it’s the subtle
variations which unveil
the most elegant designs.
Balmain’s brand new line, Elypsia,
is reinventing the rectangle, with
a wealth of delicately-wrought
curves. The result is a smart,
slender watch, just the right touch
of originality.
Serpenti
B
ulgari presents the to a perpetually renewed vision have earned Bulgari its unique
new Serpenti watch, and brilliantly marrying the place in the world of authentically
a contemporary entire palette of the hand-crafted creative luxury brands.
reinterpretation of one of the jewellery, enamelling, goldsmithing The Serpenti collection comes
brand’s most famous icons.The new and watchmaking techniques, give in steel or gem-set steel with a
Serpenti watch is an extremely timeless life to the effigy of the single-coil bracelet, as well as in
original model featuring a complex serpent. gem-set rose gold on a single or
hand-crafted construction that double-coiled bracelet.This model
endows it with the stature of an Radiating an emblematic style in line with the historical heritage
authentic jewellery masterpiece. expressing the codes that of the House may be interpreted,
continue to guide the Italian exclusively on demand, in a unique
A wealth of creative variations, jeweller, Serpenti embodies the Haute Joaillerie version that is
constantly reinterpreted according quintessence of the values that different every time.An authentic
YA126202
44mm
Stainless steel case with black PVD coating
Black dial with green/red/green web at 3 o’clock and shiny G frame
Stainless steel bracelet with black PVD coating
G-Frame
T
he refined elegance and
pure femininity which inspire
Gucci’s signature style are
beautifully showcased in the new
G-Frame watch collection designed
by Creative Director Frida Giannini.
The new line, designed for both
day and evening, is characterized
by exceptional attention to detail,
unique materials and wearable
colours. The G-Frame collection detail, from the range of colours to
meets the need for a balanced the precious stone decoration on
and sophisticated timepiece which the more exclusive models.
allows women to confidently take
centre stage. As well as classic black, the
The watch has a pretty mirrored timepieces are available in beige,
dial enclosed by a case in the form antique rose and slate blue; these
of an elongated rectangle or a chic colours apply to the satin straps
square. The sapphire glass of each with matching mirrored dials in distinctive elegance. The range
case is finished with a bevelled brown, pink and blue. The rigid is distinguished by a wide variety
edge and the resulting pyramid bangle model, made entirely of of timeless watches with delicate,
form lends depth to this graceful steel, displays the iconic Gucci clean lines, striking the perfect
design. Each dial displays baton horsebit clasp closure, and the balance between a contemporary
hands and is personalized with the precious version is adorned graphic aesthetic and enduring
Gucci logo. The Gucci ‘G’ initial is with premium-quality diamonds classic style.
embossed on the side crown, used positioned at 6 and 12 o’clock. www.gucci.com
to set hours and minutes.
The new G-Frame collection
Close attention is paid to every combines practicality with
Yacht Timer
S
ophistication, functionality
and versatility at its best,
the all new Citizen Yacht
Timer is a magnificently powerful
watch that combines the innovation
of function and refinement of
design.
Emotions
T
ime to put some colour into Designed for connoisseurs of fine commitment to “Haute Horlogerie
our lives! LOUIS ERARD is mechanical watchmaking, this at affordable prices”, the enduring
decorating ladies’ wrists new line in the Emotion collection signature of all its creations.
with a line of bright, colourful reflects the watchmaker’s credo Offered in navy blue and violet
timepieces. to perfection and encapsulates its to match a glamorous, summery
look, the new Emotion takes on technology and timeless elegance. In keeping with the values that
a slight air of extravagance in To cater for other tastes, the steel have built its reputation, LOUIS
the cream-coloured version on a version also comes with diamonds, ERARD has fulfilled its mission
python strap. 64 of them delicately set on the by offering these new ladies’
bezel. Another is decorated with timepieces at prices guaranteed to
Housing an automatic mechanical nine diamond hourmarkers on the put you in a good humour!
movement, it presents a vibrant dial, adding a glittering facet to www.louis-erard.com
Worldcode
T
he specifications set attention given to the bezel and centre SAINT HONORE logo in the
for making the new the strap. 1/10th second counter, and finely
WORLDCODE watch from worked hands are all part of the
SAINT HONORE were very The steel bezel decorated with powerful personality of the piece.
straightforward: create most six Roman numerals, the true
elegant steel chronograph signature of the WORLDCODE The round 41mm case melds into
imaginable. The full force of SAINT watch, comes in four finishes a metal bracelet with supremely
HONORE savoir-faire rose to this (colours): brushed steel, titanium, clean lines, a three-piece work of
art, with each link fitting perfectly
challenge and the result has met bronze, and red gold. Each bezel
to the wrist for unparalleled
every expectation. coordinates with an exclusive
comfort. Not to be outdone, the
dial, with the three counters and
finish subtly dazzles with polished
The sophisticated design honours day date that are typical of ETA
and brushed effects.
the traditional codes of great movement chronographs. Guilloche
www.saint-honore-paris.com
timepieces with particular engraving, “clous de Paris”, off-
Movado Cia
T
he Movado ideal of pure, dial, adding subtle, multi-level with or without 14 diamonds
modern beauty takes architectural dimension to the (0.14 t.c.w.) sparkling along the
fashion-forward expression bracelet’s simple, organic design. north and south curves of the
in the new Cia™ women’s bangle The crown is recessed to enhance
case. A gleaming gold-plated
watch. The delicately proportioned Cia’s smooth polished contours.
model detailed by gold-toned dot
23.5 mm case creates an Removable links hidden at the back
and hands, and a sophisticated
impression of feminine, refined of the bangle afford an adjustable,
customized fit. Cia is offered in stainless steel style featuring
elegance. The two gracefully
sculpted loops that form the fluid high-polished solid stainless steel unique polished and brushed
lines of the bangle overlap to with complementary rhodium- finishes are also available.
cradle the petite black Museum® plated dot and dauphine hands, www.movado.com
Airboss Mach 8
Special Edition
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his storied collection is outstanding technical reliability right thumb. The crown and date
inspired by an aircraft and accuracy. This year’s new window are at 9, while a second
carrier’s “Air Boss”, the Victorinox Swiss Army AirBoss crown at 2 activates a key AirBoss
individual perched atop the Mach 8 Special Edition, like its function: the internal bidirectional
command tower who determines, precursor the Mach 3 Quartz flange surrounding the dial features
with pinpoint accuracy, every model, sports a Victorinox Swiss the countdown of aircraft takeoff/
take-off and landing maneuver on Army innovation: a chronograph landing.
the ship. This collection features start/stop pushbutton at 8 o’clock, www.victorinoxswissarmy.com
high-performance instruments of which is easily engaged with the
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Hamilton RailRoad 38 mm
Keeping modern women Train. Circling the dial, markings taking the pace of the timing needs
on track resembling sections of rail tracks of hectic lifestyles. There is a
remind of the brand’s deep- choice of white or, black dial, and,
A
classical Hamilton pocket rooted railroad history, or inspire paying special tribute to today’s
watch has symbolically shed reminiscing about model railways moody and magnificent females,
its chains and wrapped in childhood playrooms. Applied is a set of easily interchangeable
metallic indices and a date display straps.
itself around the wrist in the 38
www.hamiltonwatch.com
mm Hamilton RailRoad Midday at three o’clock are easy to read,
Tissot Visodate
1957 Automatic
T
oday’s Tissot Visodate 1957 presents this feature in eye- techniques and materials to
Automatic has its roots in a catching contemporary design. traditional Swiss watchmaking. The
long history of innovation. case has a diameter of 40 mm and
Inspiration for this timepiece comes Dynamism meets a see-through back to ensure that
from watches released in the nostalgia the timepiece’s inherent dynamism
1950s when Tissot celebrated its is always on view. True to tradition,
centenary. A particular milestone A high-tech domed sapphire the day and date are easily visible,
of that era was the integration of crystal covers the lightly curved adding to the classical character
a date display into the automatic dial, displaying the proven Tissot of the watch. Historical Tissot
mechanism and the new watch expertise in bringing the latest logos on the dial and heritage
Today’s looks
T
he round dial with Roman
numerals has been the
face of time for around
800 years; the rectangular case
launched almost a century ago
made the new-fangled wristwatch
popular among men as the
perfect complement to a well-
cut suit. These classic formats
endure because, in the hands
of a talented designer, they are
always contemporary. The new
BOSS Black Watches Collection
for 2010 illustrates this flair for
bringing a fresh and modern look
to these ancient standards. It’s all
in the details: a new take on the
traditional chapter ring with Roman
numerals and a sunray finish that
radiates energy and optimism.
Contrasting textures, clear dials
and restrained styling are the
hallmarks of the new BOSS Black
Classic Contemporary Watches.
Aquaspeed
R
otary Watches, the aviation slide rules and rotating
leading watch brand has divers bezels in both watch and A series of strap models
announced the launch of a chronograph options. specifically targeting divers and
new generation of performance The new additions to the range water-sports enthusiasts has also
timepieces under the Rotary take the Rotary Aquaspeed been launched. Each is waterproof
Aquaspeed brand. Originally collection further into the arena to 300 metres and is therefore the
launched at the beginning of of specialist sports watches. The ideal choice for scuba diving. The
2009, this impactful collection of new Pacific family made its debut rotating divers bezel allows the
sports watches has cemented the in January 2010 but has now been wearer to maintain a close eye on
company’s position as a market- extended for Basel 2010 to include the time and their oxygen supply.
leader and designer of sports three new pieces of impressive
timepieces. 46 mm proportions. Crafted from Completing the next generation
stainless steel or black ion plating, is a truly impressive helium-filled
115 years of family watch making each model has a chronograph divers watch. The incorporation
have resulted in the re-introduction movement to measure fractions of of a second crown guards against
of a sports-led collection. Inspired time. helium pressure damaging the
by models originally launched in timepiece. It offers security and
the 1950’s and 1960’s, the Rotary A new oversized selection of peace of mind to divers that they
Aquaspeed collection underlines aviator-style timepieces has also can wear their timepiece in high
the company’s commitment to been introduced. The trademark pressure situations, safe in the
broaden its portfolio beyond a pure slide rule is traditionally used by knowledge that it can be de-
dress watch collection. aviation professionals but is now pressurised at the water surface.
a very popular addition to sports As with all Rotary watches, each
As the oldest remaining family watches. Each of the models model is covered by the unrivalled
owned and run Swiss watch within this family also includes lifetime guarantee and each of
brand, Rotary Watches’ portfolio a chronograph movement. The the Aquaspeed models is also
now includes timepieces that serrated bezel adds the finishing impervious to water thanks to the
are suitable for all manner of touches along with the use of company’s patented waterproof
sports and feature functions perforated leather on the two strap standard.
such as helium pressure gauges, models. www.rotarywatches.com
Impetus VI
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itoni presents a new exciting
model in its Impetus VI
collection. For the very first
time this model is equipped with
a power reserve indicator placed
on the dial: an essential feature
that shows how much energy the
mainspring is holding.
Sophistication
L
ustrous. Elegant. ck finished in mineral glass. molded face with logo at 12 o’clock
sophistication. Inspired by and polished hands. Available in
the sensuality and curves of a Black or brown leather strap with Lady. Water resistant up to 30
woman’s body. Sleek and soft lines, pin buckle closure, available with meters.
polished stainless steel or polished a black, mirror, or yellow gold PVD www.ck.com
stainless steel yellow gold PVD case dial. Accented by a round and
Houston
Jelly Looped
T
oyWatch Jelly Looped, which traditions and proposing a new and will be dressed with huge
are gambling on their colour loop fastening, which surrounds boxes of medicine containing the
and powerful effect! Available the case and offers a full range of ToyWatch pills.
in 5 basic colours – pure White, colour combinations: from classic
elegant Black, intriguing Dark pairings to daring contrasts,” The Jelly Looped watches are
Blue, surprising Shocking Pink and explains Mara Poletti, President of available in a time only version,
Lime - to be mixed and matched ToyWatch. with coloured plasteramic case,
with straps in the same colour on quartz movement and coloured
in another 10 captivating shades: But that’s not all! The concept of silicone bezel, dial customised
Blue, Brown, Dove Grey, Hunter colour becomes a life and style with the ToyWatch logo and the
Green, Indigo, Orange, Purple Red, choice inspired by chromotherapy inscription “J-Looped”, waterproof
Turquoise, Violet and Yellow. and has been translated into up to 5 ATM.
high-impact packaging for the www.toy-watch.it
“The ToyWatch Jelly Looped Jelly Looped Collection: a pill-
Collection watches are designed shaped package which holds a
for those who base their look on real panacea for your mood! The
colour, but our experimentation windows of the brand’s flagship
goes even further, overturning stores will also feature this theme
New Gent
S
wiss fashion watch and crystal combined has increased the renowned Swiss watchmaker’s
jewellery maker SWATCH to 11mm. The much bigger signature use of trend-setting
presents The Swatch New format gives the designers more design, fashionable colours and
Gent Collection. Ten trendy models room to play: each model has a rugged, sporty materials. The new
in understated, wintery colours large, colourful plastic case with collection takes the classic Swatch
introduce a new, much bigger a generous, colour-coded dial, Gent—creative, inventive and full
Swatch watch inspired by the a day/date window at 3 o’clock of stylish fun—and transforms it
legendary Swatch Gent Originals. and rugged, matt silicone straps into a bigger, bolder, positively
The original Gent watch head in complementary monochrome provocative statement. Designed
was 34mm wide; the New Gent colours. A contemporary restyling for the active man or woman with
Collection models are 41mm wide, of the classic Gent Original, the an eye for the big new trends in
and the height of the case and Swatch New Gent Collection retains accessories and art for the wrist.
SUOR702 BURGUNDY
REBEL
SUON700 BLUE REBEL silicone strap and loop with a day/date window at 3 o’clock. In
complementary transparent blue the absence of all numerals, shiny
An elegant and evocative design plastic case and matching buckle. metal hour and minute hands with
uses colour for mood and The sun brushed blue dial present white superlite highlights and a
atmosphere. This fascinating slim green indexes at all hours slim, bright green seconds hand
New Gent presents a solid blue and a contrasting black-on-green mark the time of day.
A casually elegant yet sporty highlights and a slim orange Slim blue indexes mark the hours,
look for the fashion-conscious seconds hand mark the time of and a purple-on-blue day/date
professional. This smart New day. window appears at 3 o’clock. In
Gent presents a solid warm grey the absence of all numerals, shiny
silicone strap and loop with a SUOV702 PURPLE REBEL metal hour and minute hands with
complementary transparent warm white superlite highlights and a
grey plastic case and matching A trendy colour on the runways, slim blue seconds hand mark the
buckle. The sun brushed warm this rich purple sets the wearer time.
grey dial features slim orange apart from the crowd. The solid www.swatch.com
Barbie™
K
eeping one of the world’s
most famous ladies on time
is an ambitious task. After
all, this fabulous female has had
more than 125 careers, adopted
many different nationalities and
been dressed by numerous famous
designers in her time. Thanks to
a new licensing agreement with
Mattel, Flik Flak is about to rise
to the challenge with its new
collection of Barbie watches. Three
specially designed models bring
Barbie’s world to the wrists of girls
all over the world in 2010.
Barbie Treasure – a
beautiful snapshot
Mattel
C
haumet began in 1780 and its
story is closely linked to the
history of France. Exceptional
skills have been channeled through
the generations, seamlessly, from one
master jeweler to another.
The story begins with an encounter
between a brilliant Parisian jeweler,
Marie-Etienne Nitot- a former
employee of Aubert, the jeweler of
Queen Marie-Antoinette- and Napoleon
Bonaparte.
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ove me, love me not is… the green tourmaline, garnet and iolite: adorns fingers with colour and the
game of love that turns precious. a gem for every thought and a heart with sentiment. From the same
The petals of this brand new colour for every emotion, because all colour palette emerge small earrings
collection are nine rings of the women have their own, very personal to be worn all the time – touches of
purest lines, each with a delicate, combination. Passion, Desire, Jealousy, intense colour that brighten up the
differently coloured cabochon stone. Tenderness, Love, Joy, Hope, Pleasure, face with iridescent flashes of light, like
Fire opal, amethyst, peridot, blue Nostalgia: the rings come one after the mood of a heart in love.
www.pomellato.com
topaz, red tourmaline, moonstone, another in a romantic gesture that
The
Diamantissima
T
he Diamantissima jewelry
collection is inspired by
the Diamante Canvas, an
exclusive fabric design tied to
Gucci’s storied legacy. Created
in the mid 1930’s, the diamond
pattern was first woven onto hemp
and used on luggage as one of
Gucci’s innovative solutions to
pre-war leather shortages. The
distinctive criss-cross pattern,
which features small connecting
diamonds in dark brown on a tan
background, became the Florentine
House’s first signature print.
Indeed, this pattern served as a
design precursor to the famous GG
logo, which would later become
Gucci’s globally recognized and
iconic symbol. Though apparent
throughout the 1950’s, the
Diamante Canvas remained
relatively under-used until Creative
Director Frida Giannini rediscovered
it in the Gucci archives.
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n earlier times, some people Could there be a more apt image the blue shades of that firmament,
believed that the Firmament to describe the beauty of an from the deep blue of the evening
was an enormous blue sapphire immaculate sapphire? And yet this sky to the shining mid-blue of a
in which the Earth was embedded. gem comes not in one but in all lovely summer’s day, which casts
its spell over us. However, this and longing. to that hardness, sapphires are
magnificent gemstone also comes easy to look after, requiring no
in many other colors: not only in What makes the sapphire so fancy? more than the usual care on the
the transparent grayish-blue of Its beauty, its magnificent colors, part of the wearer.
a distant horizon but also in the its transparency, but also its
gloriously colorful play of light in constancy and durability are The oldest sapphire finds are
a sunset – in yellow, pink, orange qualities associated with this in Ceylon, or Sri Lanka as it is
and purple. Sapphires really are gemstone by gemstone lovers known today. There, people were
gems of the sky, although they are and specialists alike. The sapphire already digging for gemstones
found in the hard ground of our belongs to the corundum group, in ancient times. The specialist
‘blue planet’. the members of which are recognizes Ceylon sapphires by the
characterized by their excellent luminosity of their light to mid-
Blue is the main color of the hardness. Indeed their hardness blue colors. Having said that, most
sapphire. The sapphire symbolizes is exceeded only by that of the blue sapphires come either from
loyalty, but at the same time it diamond – and the diamond is the Australia or from Thailand.
gives expression to people’s love hardest mineral on Earth! Thanks www.kayalijewelry.com
Bloom Jewelry
B
loom jewelry features
feminine flower shapes
enhanced with sparkling
diamonds. With an appreciation for
the delicate simplicity of the natural
world Bloom has created diamond
floral pieces that are unique and
beautiful. Bloom designs are
sophisticated and attractive yet
draw attention to the wearers more
than to themselves.
www.kayalijewelry.com
Pure Night
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his elegant family of bijoux is stainless steel settings enhanced from each of the earrings, adding a
wonderfully evocative of Art by delicate floral motifs. dark lustre to the family. The ring
Nouveau and an era of hand- draws the eye to the fascinating
crafted jewellery and art inspired The pendant, strung on a fine link depths of a large, facetted black
by the organic forms and flowing necklace, holds a large, facetted onyx, while the stainless steel
lines of Nature. All members of and highly polished black onyx setting presents a stylish variation
this sophisticated bijoux family gem in a polished stainless steel on the Art Nouveau theme with
are fashioned of stainless steel setting decorated with delicate flowing curves and leaves wrapping
the stone in a gentle embrace.
316L and black onyx, a naturally leaves drawn in steel. The bracelet
occurring form of quartz. takes up this evocative theme with
For the sophisticated woman
four smaller, facetted and polished
of taste, this most elegant of
The uppermost surfaces of the black onyx gemstones on a chain,
ensembles offers a complete set
oval, black onyx gemstones have each held in steel settings with a
of bijoux, perfect for any and all
been facetted and polished to a graceful floral motif.
festive occasions.
lustrous gleam, and the stones www.swatch.com
themselves placed in polished Similar black onyx stones dangle
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ime Center, Jordan’s leading As an independent family owned These precious, timeless elegant
watch retailer, invited company, Patek Philippe enjoys watches, proudly handed down
some of their most valued total creative freedom to design, from one generation to the next,
clients on a trip to Switzerland produce and assemble what are the result of latest-generation
in November to visit the Patek experts agree to be the finest technology combined with
Philippe manufacture. During the timepieces in the world. With its traditional watch-making know-
3-day trip the clients met members vast experience and more than how.
of the Stern family, had private 70 patents to its credit, Patek
tours of the manufacture, a visit Philippe is the only manufacture
to the Patek Philippe museum and that crafts
Diane allwears
kruger of itsthe
mechanical
legendary
had the chance to see rare Patek Jaeger-LeCoultre
movements 101 watch
according to atthe
thestrict
.Amfar dinner
Philippe pieces. specifications of the Geneva Seal.
U
lysse Nardin conquers Created exclusively for the city on the Mediterranean Sea,
the oceans once again as monumental event occurring while honoring Ulysse Nardin’s
an official sponsor of the September 22-25 at Port Hercules, nautical legacy in high horology.
2010 Monaco Yacht Show – the Principality of Monaco,0 the Since 1846, Ulysse Nardin has
World’s Luxury Yacht Showplace timepiece is ideally suited for those been expertly steering captains and
– and celebrates the superyacht passionate about yachting and has their crews with faultless precision
exhibition’s 20th anniversary with been designed with the show’s by way of its marine chronometers.
the new, limited-edition Monaco most influential industry leaders
2010 Marine Diver, to be unveiled and private clientele in mind. As As the latest addition to the
at the opening. well, it pays tribute to this historic coveted Marine Diver collection,
M
ILAN, Italy, September will be brought to life through a future generations.
15th, 2010 — Gucci special- edition collection of Gucci
Timepieces & Jewelry GRAMMY watches and jewelry This new partnership not only
and The Recording Academy® items designed by Gucci’s Creative underscores Gucci’s own near 90-
are pleased to announce the Director, Frida Giannini, proceeds year history, during which time the
signing of an exclusive three- from which will support a program House has counted among its most
year partnership inspired by the dedicated to the restoration and loyal clientele many iconic musical
GRAMMY® Awards. This unique preservation of milestone musical artists, but also its commitment
fashion and music collaboration recordings for the enjoyment of to the preservation of the arts.
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n September 2010 Swatch Management Board.
Group hosted their annual Mini During the event, a special gala
Basel event in Dubai. dinner was held at the One and
Only Royal Mirage hotel where
Swatch Group retailers and The Art of Time exhibition was
distributors from the region took featured. The exhibition presented
part in the three-day event, which 15 commissioned paintings from
was also attended by members artist Ali Al Mimar.
of the Swatch Group Board of
Directors and members of the
Swatch Group Executive Group
Golfing Legend
Greg Norman joins OMEGA
W
hen Greg Norman – golf’s OMEGA and Norman made the golfers Sergio Garcia and Michelle
legendary Great White announcement as the event got Wie, Olympic swimming legend
Shark – stepped up to the underway at the scenic Crans-sur- Michael Phelps, actors George
first tee at the OMEGA European Sierre Golf Club on Thursday the Clooney and Nicole Kidman,
Masters golf tournament in Crans- 2nd of September. supermodel Cindy Crawford and
Montana, Switzerland, he did so astronaut Buzz Aldrin among
as the newest member of OMEGA’s Norman joins a roster of OMEGA others.
family of brand ambassadors. ambassadors which includes fellow
One of the world’s most in business have been equally game’s great personalities and
iconic golfers impressive. As chairman and CEO is enormously popular both on
of Great White Shark Enterprises, and off the course. We are very
Greg Norman’s nickname recalls Norman has established an much looking forward to this
not only his Australian origins but international business portfolio with partnership.”
the aggressive playing style that interests focused around golf and
made him one of the world’s most the golfing lifestyle. In recognition Greg Norman and OMEGA:
iconic and recognizable golfers. of his accomplishments as a golfer, common values and
Since turning professional, Norman sportsman, businessman, author similar objectives
has won 91 events including 20 US and philanthropist, Norman was
PGA tour titles and the British Open inducted into the World Golf Hall of Greg Norman is enthusiastic
Championship in 1986 and 1993. Fame in 2001. about working with OMEGA,
Throughout the late 80s and early saying, “From the Apollo program
90s, Norman held the number one OMEGA President to the Olympic Games, OMEGA
position on golf’s world rankings for Urquhart: delighted that has always set the standard for
an incredible 331 weeks. Norman is part of the precision and reliability. It is clear
OMEGA family that we not only share common
Greg Norman – equally values but very similar objectives
impressive off the course OMEGA president Stephen in where we want to take our
Urquhart said, “We all know that respective businesses. I look
In addition to his remarkable on- Greg Norman is a golfing legend. forward to developing a long-term
course achievements, his successes Furthermore, he is one of the partnership with them.”
Hamilton hosted
The Tourist Premiere
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he long awaited movie
starring Angelina Jolie and
Johnny Depp, The Tourist,
had its premiere in December
at Grand Cinemas City Mall.
Sponsored by Hamilton watches,
250 people were invited to the
premiere. Hamilton has had a long-
standing history with Hollywood
movies and they even host the
Behind the Camera awards to
honor those who work behind the
scenes to make a great movie.
Hamilton watches are available at
Time Center.
www.audemarspiguet.com
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