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Highlighting the Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Chronograph 3970 in Platinum

When discussing fine timepieces, there are luxury watches and then there are examples of high horology. The Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar Chronograph 3970 in platinum is an exquisite example of...

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Four Pre-SIHH 2019 Luxury Watch Releases to Check Out

Believe it or not, SIHH 2019 is right around the corner. For those who may not be aware, SIHH stands for “Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie Genève” and it is one of the biggest watch shows of...

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December Birthstone Jewelry: Turquoise and Tanzanite

This is it folks, the last month of the year! If you (or a loved one) are celebrating a birthday this month, then some December birthstone jewelry is in order. Lucky for you, you have two glorious...

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Yellow Gold Rolex Watches to Glam Up This Holiday Season

If there’s a particular time of the year to wear a gold Rolex watch, the festive holiday season is as good as any! However, if you’re anything like us, a gold Rolex watch is pretty much always...

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Highlighting the Ulysse Nardin Freak Blue Phantom

As a watchmaker, Ulysse Nardin has always sought to push the boundaries of haute horology by introducing innovative watch complications and avant-garde designs. Case in point in the Ulysse Nardin Freak...

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Four Quick Facts About the Vintage Omega Speedmaster Professional 145.012

While the Omega Speedmaster Professional is often referred to as the “Moonwatch” since it was the first watch to make the epic lunar voyage with Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin in 1969, the Speedmaster...

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Celebrate 2019 Color of the Year with this Cartier Jewelry Set

  The countdown to the new year is underway. With less than two weeks to go, Pantone has announced Living Coral as the Color of the Year for 2019. Pantone describes Living Coral as “An animating and...

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The History and Evolution of the Rolex GMT-Master II

Following our recent investigation into the development and progression of the GMT-Master, it would only be appropriate that we study the next chapter of Rolex’s famed pilot’s watch, the GMT-Master II....

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What is the Most Expensive Rolex Watch Ever

The Most Expensive Rolex Watches Ever Sold Watch collecting has been growing with increasing popularity, and with good reason. First, watches marry fashion with function. They exhibit your personality...

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How to Spot A Fake Rolex – A Comprehensive Guide

They may say that imitation is the highest form of flattery, but fake jewelry and timepieces are more criminal than complimentary. High-end luxury brands are often the first target for counterfeiters,...

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The Best Luxury Watch & Designer Bracelet Pairings to Wear Right Now

While a luxury watch can look fabulous sitting solo on a wrist, adding a designer bracelet to the mix just takes it to another level. Inspired by an article we did a while back about celebrities...

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What is the Rolex Zephyr?

If you’ve been browsing vintage Rolex watches and have come across the term Rolex Zephyr and aren’t sure what that is, read on to find out more. Brief History of the Rolex Zephyr The Rolex Zephyr is a...

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Spotlight on the Pink Gold Cartier Ronde Solo Watch

Although Cartier is known for making shaped watches (watches that are not round) such as the rectangular Tank, the square Santos, and the tonneau Roadster, the Maison does, in fact, make beautiful...

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January Birthstone Garnet Jewelry

New year, new month, new birthstone to celebrate! Lucky for those who call the first month of the year their own, the birthstone for January is garnet. Let’s find out more about this beautiful stone...

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What’s the Breitling Navitimer Cosmonaute?

For luxury watch enthusiasts, the Breitling Navitimer hardly needs an introduction. With its slide rule created to calculate complex navigational computations, the “Navi” is an iconic watch that...

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Hands On With The Patek Philippe Grand Complication 5159R

The Patek Philippe Grand Complication 5159R takes two longstanding traditions of the brand–the officer’s watch case and complicated watchmaking–and brings them together in one stunning timepiece. Let’s...

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Valentine’s Day Gifts: Designer Heart Pendants That Celebrate Love

Let’s be honest, when it comes to Valentine’s Day gifts, jewelry is almost always the best option. But given the vast assortment of jewelry available, sometimes picking the right piece is a challenge....

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Best of SIHH 2019: Our Favorite New Watch Releases

By all accounts, the 29th Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie, better known as SIHH, was a success. With 35 of the world’s leading luxury watch brands unveiling their novelties for the year in...

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New Watch Releases from Geneva Days 2019

At around the same time the Richemont Group-led SIHH fair is happening in Geneva, four watchmaking brands from LVMH also host their own event in the city called Geneva Days. Read on to find out what...

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Luxuries and Investments?

In recent weeks we have all seen the volatility of the stock market. From the crazy surges to steep dives, anyone involved definitely felt the heat turn up. Without a doubt most people with their money...

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