What’s next with Only Watch?
I was looking forward to this auction and I was keen to see the surprise that was being prepared by Patek Philippe. Unfortunately, it never came. To make matters worse, the general atmosphere around the organisers of Only Watch has been growing tenser with every passing day, so now they really need to do something to regain their credibility.
Lifetime Awards Gala 2023
A luxury watch magazine that was founded in Romania 10 years ago is now present on the newsstands in Germany, Austria and Switzerland, and on October 17 the first gala event was held in the DACH region to honor the world’s top watchmakers: the Lifetime Gala, held in the exclusive setting of the Kempinski Hotel in Munich, was an overwhelming success.
Only Watch 2023 – Watches of Dreams
A few weeks ago, the organisers of Only Watch published a list of watches that will be sold at auction in November. I know everyone on the internet has had something to say about this, but I've decided to add my take on it anyway.
A Thriller Series
Someone once wrote that the watch industry is just like Hollywood; in cinemas and with watches, remakes are always popular. I was recently reminded of this film comparison when reading about the ongoing “Speedygate” scandal.
Chanel Tweed High Jewelry Collection
Lifetime Magazine is in Paris to visit Chanel and to discover the story of Chanel Tweed High Jewelry Collection.
A great change in coming
Some news stories are like earthquakes. Look what happened in the media when François-Henry Bennahmias announced he was leaving Audemars Piguet. There were months of gossip and speculation about who would replace him, but nobody guessed correctly.
Lifetime Awards Tour de Force – Switzerland, 2022
At the end of 2022, Lifetime Magazine, the prestigious watch and jewelry magazine with Romanian origins and international presence, awarded the most spectacular and innovative watch designs launched throughout the year during the already renowned Lifetime Gala.
Natural aesthetics – Tank by Cartier
Trends come and go, but it always remains fashionable. Its secret lies in its ideal proportions: it is perfect like a tuxedo, which makes every man look good, and timeless like the little black dress, which makes every woman look elegant. Tank by Cartier celebrated its 100th anniversary. Yet, its style is still surprising today.
Van Cleef & Arpels Legend of Diamonds – a story threaded with gold and diamonds
The Van Cleef & Arpels watch and jewelry house captures the essence of poetry, art and vision in a harmonious, sublime approach, dominated by the sparkle of gemstones.