The Newest And Hottest From The World Of Watches
The latest releases and coolest collabs geared with the best movements and complications.
Luxury watchmakers continue to spoil us with an evergrowing array of timepieces crafted with the most precious metals and jewels, so where do we even start when hunting for the perfect watch? Fortunately, we’ve done the hard work for you. From Richard Mille’s latest collaboration with Tennis star Rafael Nadal to Audemars Piguet’s haute horlogerie masterpiece surprise watch release, we’ve rounded up the newest and hottest watches on the scene.
RICHARD MILLE’S BUTTERFLY ROTOR INNOVATION
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World-class tennis player Rafael Nadal is no stranger to the incredible tourbillon watches of Richard Mille and he has welcomed his fourth collaboration timepiece with the manufacture—RM 35-03 Automatic Rafael Nadal featuring the patented butterfly rotor.
“In our respective domains, we both seek to achieve excellence. We speak the same language, Richard and I. We’re both passionate about our work. Keeping alive this flame of passion for what we do each day is essential to me. It is heart-warming to feel the confidence that he and the teams show in allowing me to participate in this singular adventure,” shares Rafael Nadal.
AUDEMARS PIGUET’S COUTURE-INSPIRED TIMEPIECE
Audemars Piguet debuts the Royal Oak Concept Flying Tourbillion “Tamara Ralph” in collaboration with the couturier herself. The limited edition timepiece radiates timeless elegance with a frosted pink gold case and a multi-layered dial in shades of brown, bronze and gold. The glamorous diamond-set flying tourbillon at 6 o’clock gives the wearer a peek into the beating heart of the timepiece. “The complications of watchmaking orchestrate a foundation which can be played with in terms of textures, colours and designs, allowing for the savoir-faire of couture to shine through,” says Ralph.
BULGARI’S PRECIOUS LVCEA MODELS
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During LVMH Watch Week 2024, Bulgari unveiled the new LVCEA timepieces with beautiful dials inlaid with mother-of-pearl and malachite. The new and slimmer references are crafted in steel or a combination of steel and rose gold. Both of these feature the Maison’s signature Intarsia technique that showcases the iridescence of the mother-of-pearl dial, which is available in two colourways—white and green—with a sunray finish. The manufacture also created a green malachite marquetry version that is meticulously cut and hand-assembled to highlight the magnificent hues and streaks of the precious stone.
DIOR’S CHIFFRE ROUGE REVIVAL
For the first time since its launch 20 years ago, Dior’s Chiffre Rouge collection makes a return with eight new models that will be released in boutiques throughout the year. The watches are an embodiment of the Maison’s timeless design codes, couture aesthetic and elegance. The asymmetrical case features an enlarged and tapered side with the red crown positioned off-centre. The same bright red can be seen on the hands and Monsieur Dior’s favourite number—eight—in the date display, which appears once every month like an auspicious charm.
Dior’s iconic Cannage quilting adorns the dial, and the oscillating weight in precise engravings provides a contemporary twist to this fleet of watches. The Cannage is also present on the rubber straps that come with the watch, along with a precious leather strap that can be interchanged when needed. The diverse, unisex selection will be presented in several finishes from a gem-set bezel to an ultra-matte black coating, in two sizes—38mm and 41mm. Some models are equipped with complications such as a chronograph and a tourbillion to suit the wearer’s taste and style.
ZENITH’S TITANIUM WONDER
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Form and function are crucial elements of a sports watch. Not only must it have the most precise timekeeping capabilities through its movement, but its build needs to help players perform at their very best and that is exactly what ZENITH has done with the new Titanium Chronomaster Sport. Titanium is one of the most robust metals on the planet and it weighs much less than the more common watchmaking material—stainless steel. Titanium is also highly resistant to corrosion, a feature that comes in handy for athletes who work up a sweat. This reference with a 41mm case diameter that can be fitted on a titanium bracelet or a rubber strap is equipped with the El Primero 3600 movement with the 1/10th of a second chronograph function and a power reserve of 60 hours.
HERMÈS’ STARRY STARRY TIMEPIECE
The Maison’s horlogerie arm has introduced the Petite Lune ciel étoilé watch to its Arceau line. Following the iconic silhouette designed by Henri d’Origny in 1978, the new reference features a round case crafted in steel with a diamond-set bezel resting on a stirrup, a nod to the brand’s equestrian roots, and fitted with a sapphire-blue alligator strap that upholds Hermès’ superb leather expertise. The dial is the most alluring aspect of this timepiece with a textured, blue lacquer-gradient mother-of-pearl face and diamonds speckled like the night sky with a moonphase complication situated between 10 and 11 o’clock.