After two grueling years defined by market contraction and fluctuating consumer sentiment, the Swatch Group—the world’s largest watchmaking conglomerate—has officially signaled a return to form. Following a 12% sales decline in 2024 and a subsequent 7% drop in 2025, the Swiss giant, home to horological pillars like Omega, Breguet, Longines,…
In the world of high-horology, few names command the respect of American craftsmanship quite like RGM Watch Company. Since its founding in 1992 by the visionary Roland G. Murphy, the brand has operated as a bastion of tradition, rejecting the ephemeral nature of mass-market trends in favor of timeless, mechanical…
In the rarified world of Haute Horlogerie, few brands occupy the intersection of avant-garde mechanics and artisanal storytelling as effectively as Roger Dubuis. Known for its unapologetic embrace of “hyper-horology,” the Geneva-based manufacture has once again pushed the boundaries of its iconic Knights of the Round Table series. However, for…
In the modern horological landscape, innovation is often synonymous with the future—new alloys, silicon escapements, and avant-garde case geometries. Yet, the most resonant heartbeat of the luxury watch industry continues to be found in the archives. For many of the world’s most prestigious manufactures, looking backward is not a sign…
In the rarefied air of independent haute horlogerie, few names command as much reverence as Romain Gauthier. Known for his uncompromising dedication to hand-finished movements and his ability to fuse traditional Swiss craftsmanship with avant-garde architectural design, Gauthier has long been a favorite of the discerning collector. His latest move—a…
By Christine Pasquier | 28 April 2026 At the prestigious Watches & Wonders Geneva 2026, the horological landscape was dominated by technical hyperbole, high-frequency escapements, and grand complications. Yet, amidst the cacophony of tourbillons and perpetual calendars, Chanel chose a path of radical aesthetic defiance. For the house of Chanel,…
By Maria Doulton | 05 May 2026 The horological landscape at Watches & Wonders 2026 was defined by a singular, pervasive atmosphere: consideration. In a departure from the high-octane marketing spectacle and often bewildering technical excess that characterized the mid-2020s, this year’s exhibition in Geneva signaled a pivot toward a…
