Chanel Première sautoir-belt watch, $11,900 Photo by Jeffrey Westbrook; Prop Stylist: Alex Brannian Like the house’s storied tweed suits, quilted handbags and two-tone slingbacks, a decorative chain belt is one of Chanel’s signatures. The first models were created by founder Coco Chanel in the 1930s, but it wasn’t until Karl Lagerfeld sent his swaggy versions … Read more
Jet-setters, if you’re crossing the dateline, or simply traveling overnight, you can now reset the time and date on your wrist with the push of a single button. Patek Philippe began crafting World Time watches after the advent of transatlantic flights in the 1930s, when aviation allowed for rapid trips across multiple time zones in … Read more
As our clocks creep closer to the holiday gifting season, we’ve rounded up the best luxury watch trends of 2024 — whether you’re shopping for your love or for yourself. This may be the year to level up your timepiece game with a new face — whether it’s classic blue or shimmery silver with an… … Read more
Rolex Perpetual 1908 watch in platinum, $30,900 at London Jewelers, 1988 Northern Blvd., Manhasset, LI Jeffrey Westbrook; Stylist Miako Katoh Last year, Rolex grabbed headlines when it unveiled its Perpetual 1908 dress watch collection, named in honor of the year Hans Wilsdorf founded the iconic Swiss company. This year, the luxury brand is debuting an … Read more
Shopping for a new luxury watch? Wind your way through the world’s ultimate travel destinations for browsing elite timepieces. We’ve rounded up a guide to the best new and notable hotels in each region for 2024 — along with the chic watches you’ll be inspired to buy while you’re there. Rome Rooms at the Bulgari … Read more
Accurate, durable and performance driven, Audemars Piguet’s Royal Oak Offshore timepieces are ready for any adventure — from land to sea to sky. Recently, the brand added three new iterations to the ever-popular collection, which incorporate state-of-the-art materials in eye-catching color combinations. But their beauty is not just skin-deep; each of the new watches also … Read more
Known for her gorgeous gowns and sky-high heels, Georgian-born, French pianist Khatia Buniatishvili is a rock star in the classical music world, having performed internationally since age 10. With her sixth solo album, “Mozart,” coming out Oct. 25 on Sony Classical, the 37-year-old has played Chopin, Beethoven and Rachmaninoff everywhere from NYC’s Carnegie Hall to … Read more
Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet Selfwinding watch in 18-k pink gold, $34,200 at London Jewelers, 1988 Northern Blvd., Manhasset, LI; Silk ties, $145 to $175 at Emporio Armani, 134 Spring St. Jeffrey Westbrook When the Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet line launched five years ago, it comprised an astounding 13 watches powered by three new … Read more
“It’s like a wildfire is raging under the ocean, and it is invisible to most people. I feel like my job is to raise the alarm and to keep saying, ‘We’re running out of time,’ ” says Cristina Mittermeier, considered one of the world’s most influential conservation photographers. The Mexico native has spent over three decades … Read more
Patek PhilippeTwenty~4 watch in 18-k rose gold with diamonds, $47,610 at London Jewelers, 1988 Northern Blvd., Manhasset, LI Photo by Jeffrey Westbrook; Prop Stylist Miako Katoh A quarter century ago, Patek Philippe’s Twenty~4 burst onto the luxury scene with an unexpectedly modern look from the storied brand. As the debut watch in the house’s first … Read more
This year’s crop of luxury watches takes inspiration from decades past, transforming classics into decidedly modern timepieces fit for today’s connoisseur, according to London Jewelers Vice President Zach Udell. “Watchmaking is about making what’s old new again,” he says. And Udell should know: He’s part of the fourth generation of the family business, which will … Read more
There’s just something magical about a guy who knows how to keep cool in an emergency. In CBS’ ratings-dominating show “Tracker,” the weekly stakes involve one of life’s most alarming scenarios: when a loved one goes missing. Star Justin Hartley became the king of prime time playing a guy who finds those people — often, … Read more
Cartier has expanded its innovative and luxurious Coussin de Cartier pliant design from watches to fine jewelry. Jeffrey Westbrook Like the cushion it’s named after, Coussin de Cartier can be soft and oh-so-supple. Developed over 2½ years using new technology and 3D printing, a distinctive design was unveiled in 2022 in the form of a … Read more
Shopping for a new luxury watch? Wind your way through the world’s ultimate travel destinations for browsing elite timepieces. We’ve rounded up a guide to the best new hotels in each region — along with the chic watches you’ll be inspired to buy while you’re there. FRANCE If you’re a Cartier, Chanel or Van Cleef … Read more
Patek Philippe Calatrava watch (right) in white gold, $30,750 at London Jewelers My first watch: An old Tissot that used to belong to my father, before he handed it on to me. As a kid, I used to buy old watches at yard sales; this was when battery-powered watches were in the ascendance, so you … Read more
As our clocks creep closer to holiday gifting time, we rounded up the best luxury watch trends of 2023 — whether you’re shopping for your love or for yourself. You can never go wrong with a deep dive into the blue, a color synonymous with truth and loyalty. If you’re ready for a clean start … Read more
From Ballon Bleu to the Tank, here are the captivating stories behind four of Cartier’s most celebrated timepieces. Ballon Bleu de Cartier Sleek and simple, Cartier’s Ballon Bleu goes with everything from black tie to casual. Princess Kate Middleton paired her steel model (a third-anniversary gift from husband Prince William) with skinny jeans and a … Read more
TICKTOCK, it’s Chanel o’clock: time to shine in one of the French luxury label’s newest creations for 2023, starring Coco Chanel herself. Available in black or white (both in highly resistant, glossy ceramic with a steel triple-folding buckle), the latest version of the iconic J12 watch features an illustration of the fashion icon dressed in … Read more
In the four years since its launch, the Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet collection has become an integral pillar of the brand’s watch offerings. Featuring a substantial assortment of models — from time-only functions up to and including perpetual calendars and tourbillons — the range would seem to have it all. But until now, the … Read more
Rolex is considered a “one and done” timepiece by many — and for good reason. The iconic watchmaker’s Datejust, Submariner, Daytona, and other styles are timeless, contemporary heirlooms, often passed down through generations. But technically speaking, these ever-popular models are not considered dress watches. Why? Because dress watches are meant to be worn with a … Read more