The allure of deserts is captivating the world of fashion and luxury watchmaking, inspired by the iconic sci-fi film ‘Dune’. Saint Laurent’s Saharienne safari jacket and Audemars Piguet’s sand gold alloy evoke the ethereal beauty of desert landscapes, while Hamilton’s ‘Dune’ watch props and H. Moser & Cie’s Streamliner Perpetual Calendar embody the elegance and mystery of extraterrestrial realms.
Generation Z, born between 1997 and 2012, is making waves in the luxury watch market. According to a report from Watchfinder & Co., Gen Z spent an average of $10,870 on a watch in the past year, significantly more than millennials. They are also purchasing multiple watches and are more likely to finance their purchases or sell other items to acquire a new timepiece. Gen Z’s taste in watches leans towards popular brands like Rolex and Cartier, with smaller and discreet models gaining popularity. This generation’s influence may shape watch design trends in the future, with brands focusing on smaller dial sizes and styles that complement current fashion trends.
A. Lange & Söhne, the prestigious German watchmaker, has unveiled a special edition of its 1815 Chronograph to be awarded to the winner of the ‘Best of Show’ category at the 2024 Concorso d’Eleganza. The timepiece, crafted in polished white gold with a salmon-hued dial and brown chronograph counters, complements the event’s focus on classic cars and motorsports. Featuring a hand-engraved hinged cuvette and a transparent sapphire caseback, it showcases the brand’s dedication to innovation and precision, housing the L951.5 Manufacture caliber with a flyback function and a 60-hour power reserve. The 2024 Concorso d’Eleganza will be held from May 24-26 at the exquisite Villa d’Este in Cernobbio, Italy.
In a chilling home invasion, a couple was terrorized and held at knifepoint by four masked men who ransacked their Donvale residence, stealing a staggering $160,000 worth of high-end jewelry and watches. The victims, a 65-year-old woman and a 67-year-old man, were subjected to an hour-long ordeal as the intruders demanded access to a safe. Two of the suspects, both believed to be Pacific Islanders in their 20s, are now being sought by police.
Tom Brady made a grand appearance at the Laureus World Sports Awards, showcasing a captivating Cartier Crash timepiece while presenting the award to Novak Djokovic. The modern iteration of the Crash, released in 2023, boasts a striking platinum case and an updated movement, while staying true to the original’s 1960s design. Limited in availability, this platinum edition is highly sought-after among watch enthusiasts. Brady’s watch features a gray calfskin strap, contrasting the clean white dial and ruby cabochon on the crown. The hand-wound caliber 1917 MC movement provides a power reserve of 38 hours, adding to its exclusivity. The timepiece retailed at approximately $53,500. Brady joins Novak Djokovic, a fellow watch aficionado, in showcasing exceptional timepieces at the event.
