In the world of haute horlogerie, few maisons possess the audacity to transform a timepiece into a canvas for pure artistic expression. Van Cleef & Arpels, with its latest Perlée Extraordinaire Fruits Enchantés collection, once again proves that watchmaking can transcend mere function to become poetry in motion, quite literally capturing the ephemeral beauty of nature's bounty on the wrist.
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News: Indian Watchmaker Titan Makes Historic GPHG Debut with The JALSA Flying Tourbillon by Nebula
India's largest watchmaker, Titan Company Limited—founded in 1984 as part of the Tata Group as India's premier watchmaker—marks a pivotal moment in horological history as it debuts at the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève 2025. The company's entry, JALSA by Nebula—the luxury watchmaking arm of Titan—represents an extraordinary fusion of Indian artistic heritage and sophisticated mechanical watchmaking through a flying tourbillon timepiece.
Introducing: ArtyA Purity Curvy HMS Mirror Titanium. Redefining Contemporary Haute Horlogerie.
The new Purity Curvy HMS Mirror Titanium represents more than just another limited edition; it's a bold declaration that contemporary haute horlogerie can be both radically innovative and deeply rooted in traditional craftsmanship. Limited to just 99 pieces, this extraordinary timepiece marks the first time ArtyA's iconic Curvy case has been rendered in titanium, and the results are nothing short of spectacular.
Introducing: Porsche Design Chronograph 1 '1975 Limited Edition'. A Titanium Tribute to Timeless Design.
Porsche Design, alongside brand ambassador Orlando Bloom, is set to reveal Porsche Design’s newest Chronograph 1 in titanium—a tribute to the uncoated stainless steel Chronograph 1 that debuted five decades ago in 1975. Porsche Design honors five decades of horological excellence with a groundbreaking new timepiece that embodies the brand's revolutionary spirit.
Introducing: ArtyA Purity Wavy Central Tourbillon Purple 40. Equipped with a 19 mm Wide Central Tourbillon.
ArtyA presents its newest manufacture timepiece: the Purity Wavy Central Tourbillon Purple in a 40 mm case. This watch features a specially designed Wavy case architecture created to showcase the PUR-T4 central tourbillon manufacture movement. The timepiece available in a nine-piece limited edition—in nanosaphir or clear sapphire—displays a distinctive character through its violet sapphire dial.
Introducing: Ressence TYPE 8 DE1 and DE2 X Daniel Engelberg. When Art Meets Motion.
In an era where collaborations between watchmakers and artists often feel forced or superficial, Ressence's latest partnership with Munich-based artist Daniel Engelberg stands as a masterclass in organic creative fusion. The TYPE 8 DE1 and DE2—limited to just 40 pieces each—don't merely apply art to a watch dial; they transform the very concept of what a timepiece can be.
Introducing: Amida Digitrend Open Sapphire. When Innovation Meets Nostalgia.
The Digitrend Open Sapphire isn't merely transparent—it's philosophically committed to openness. Where traditional watches hide their mechanical poetry behind solid case backs and opaque dials, this remarkable timepiece makes transparency its defining characteristic.
From the Editor: Urban Jürgensen Unveils 2025 Collection Under New Leadership of Kari Voutilainen
Urban Jürgensen, the legendary independent watchmaker established in Copenhagen in 1773, boldly enters a transformative new chapter, reclaiming its position at the forefront of horological mastery. Under fresh family stewardship, visionary leadership—by master watchmaker Kari Voutilainen and brand strategist Alex Rosenfield—, and an entirely reimagined collection featuring proprietary in-house movements.
Introducing: Breva Genève Gets Resurrected. 'Segreto di Lario' Titanium Editions.
After its disappearance in 2015 after presenting different watches that claimed to be mechanical watches with the ability to measure air speeds, altitude, barometric pressure, and other atmospheric indicators, the brand has just been resurrected less than three months ago under the leadership of Julien Haenny. This time Breva reappears with a completely different offering and positioning.
Insider: FVF Genève FVF1 Tourbillon Superligero 'Today' and the 'Dolce Vita' Unique Piece. Sweetness of Doing Nothing.
The first release by the new Atelier FVF Genève was the FVF1 Tourbillon Superligero with a heptagonal day-of-the-week display showing each day of the week back in 2021. Then followed the new FVF2 back in February of 2025 and now we bring you our hands-on review of the new FVF Genève FVF1 Tourbillon Superligero ‘Today’ alongside the ‘Dolce Vita’ unique piece.
Introducing: Chronoswiss ReSec Snake Manufacture. A Solid Comeback for the Brand.
The new Chronoswiss ReSec Snake Manufacture is a daring interpretation of modern mechanical horology that combines bold aesthetics with technical prowess. Housed in a 42 mm titanium case featuring a mesmerizing PVD coating that shifts between emerald and turquoise hues, this timepiece creates an iridescent effect reminiscent of serpentine scales.
Introducing: KUDOKE 5. A Revolutionary 24-Hour Interpretation From Independent Watchmaking's Rising Star.
The first thing that strikes you about the new KUDOKE 5 is its breathtaking three-dimensionality. At the heart of the watch beats a large, domed celestial disk that rotates once every 24 hours. This isn't merely decorative—it fundamentally changes how you read and experience time.
W&W 2025: Grönefeld 1944 Tanfana (Live Photos). The First Ladies' Watch for this Brand.
The 1944 Tanfana marks the first ladies' model from Grönefeld. The Horological Brothers drew inspiration from their hometown of Oldenzaal, where the goddess 'Tanfana' once stood as a guardian of peace and harmony. The reference 1944 honors their mother Netty's birth year. While embracing new design codes and materials not previously seen in a Grönefeld timepiece, this watch maintains the exacting standards that have earned acclaim from watch enthusiasts worldwide.
W&W 2025: Speake-Marin Ripples Gold (Live Photos)
Following the success of the Speake-Marin Ripples and the Ripples Skeleton, now comes the first model in the Speake-Marin Ripples collection to feature a rose gold case. While the new Speake-Marin Ripples Gold is a stunning watch, we have to admit that it looks a lot like a Patek Philippe Nautilus, and that is not bad but it does show a little bit of the status quo that prevails in the Swiss watch industry at the time and how unique groundbreaking designs are very limited nowadays.
Introducing: BYRNE Star Watch Complication. A Unique Worldtimer Like No Other.
The Byrne Star Watch complication is inspired by a historic timepiece from Vacheron Constantin pocket watch that John Byrne painstakingly restored over two decades ago. Originally purchased in India, this rare watch, believed to have belonged to a Pope, features a detailed map of Italy, making it an exceptional artifact.
Introducing: ArtyA Purity Wavy HMS Mirror
ArtyA introduces the Purity Wavy HMS Mirror, a limited edition of 99 pieces—an avant-garde timepiece that redefines craftsmanship and innovation. Crafted entirely in-house, this watch showcases exceptional handcraftsmanship, blending design and comfort in perfect harmony.
Introducing: Frederique Constant 'Watch Angels' Worldtimer Manufacture 40 mm. A Smaller Size 718-piece Limited Edition.
Geneva-based watchmaker Frederique Constant along with watch collector community and habillage producer Watch Angels, proudly unveil their latest co-creation and co-production: the Worldtimer Manufacture in 40 mm. This unique timepiece, encasing the renowned in-house FC-718 world time movement, has been designed for early adopters and marks a design and dimensional evolution of the acclaimed 42 mm Classic Worldtimer Manufacture model which it comes to complement.
Breaking News: Rolex Shuts Down Carl F. Bucherer
Today, February 7th, 2025, we found out through the news Bilanz—a Swiss publication—that Rolex has decided to shut down all operations of the Carl F. Bucherer brand considering its low sales and uncertain future in a highly competitive watch industry. From what we’ve heard, looks like the 100 or so employees at Carl F. Bucherer were informed this morning that the brand would cease to operate and that they would be offered jobs at Rolex.
Introducing: Atelier FVF Genève FVF2 Time & Day Intrepido. Franc Vila Releases his Second Watch as FVF.
Franc Vila is a very familiar name if you know anything about independent watchmakers from the last two decades. After selling his namesake brand Franc Vila, the Spaniard watchmaker returns with his second watch under the new Atelier FVF Genève. Following the release of the FVF1 Superligero Tourbillon, now comes the new FVF2 Time & Day Intrepido where he blends in timeless elegance and a dynamic soul.
Introducing: Frederique Constant Classic Tourbillon Manufacture. A Swiss Made Tourbillon Under USD 16K.
In 2025, Frederique Constant is unveiling a new edition of its Classic Tourbillon Manufacture reference FC-980GR3H6, a direct descendant of its 2023 predecessors. The timepiece is being released in a limited edition of 150 pieces featuring a 39 mm stainless steel case with a green dial and matching strap. Its beating heart is the automatic FC-980 manufacture movement, developed and assembled in-house.
