Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Traditionelle Manual-Winding: Dress Watch Perfection From SIHH 2009

Back in August, I expressed my adoring sentiments for the superbly lovely Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Traditionelle watch.  It hardly seemed possible, but the venerable manufacturer has made a superlative luxury timepiece even better in 2009.  I am of course referring to the new manual-winding version of the Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Traditionelle 38mm watch, which was just unveiled at the SIHH exhibition in Geneva this past week.  

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Anne Hathaway Glitters in Cartier Jewels at the SAG Awards

Sunday night was a big night for everyone in Hollywood, especially for nominee Anne Hathaway who attended the Screen Actors Guild Awards wearing Cartier jewelry. This young lady has a lengthy career ahead of her, and already she knows the ropes with Cartier. Continue Reading… »

Chronoswiss Perpetual Calendar Watch: An Elegant Object To Savor Our Most Precious Commodity

Blued poire hands, stately roman numerals, and a railroad minute track.  These are but a few of the details that make the Chronoswiss Perpetual Calendar one of the purest bastions of classicism on today’s luxury watch landscape. 

I first became aware of Gerd R. Lang and his delightfully antediluvian watch brand back in 1996; since that time, Continue Reading… »

Jonas Brothers Style features David Yurman at Golden Globes

Fans of chic suits, the Jonas Brothers once again wowed fans at the Golden Globes Awards with their individualized style which is just as stunning as their on stage presence. Seen here in this photo at the American Music Awards last November, Nick, Joe and Kevin bring us back to the streamlined yet zestful mens fashion look. Continue Reading… »

Golden Globes Double Winner Kate Winslet Shines in Chopard

The Reader supporting actress and Revolutionary Road star Kate Winslet won the honor of two Golden Globes on Sunday night, marking a dual win from five previous nomination losses. Winslet, a gracious and humbled winner, acknowledged her fellow nominees in each of her acceptance speeches, while jittering to get out her thank you’s- showing her extreme surprise by both wins. Continue Reading… »

Gerald Genta Arena Tourbillon Retrograde: Traditional Watchmaking Meets Creative Design

Among the category of tourbillon watches with a contemporary aesthetic concept, the Gerald Genta Arena Tourbillon Retrograde is a true eye-catcher.  Exceptionally refined yet delightfully funky, it is an ideal acquisition for the devotee of haute horlogerie who won’t be caught dead in a watch just like one worn by dear old dad.  

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Carrie Underwood Wears Cinta by John Hardy Jewelry to People’s Choice

At the People’s Choice Award on Wednesday, January 7th, former American Idol talent and now an American singer star in her own right, Carrie Underwood, came out among the top with three big wins.

She won for favorite female singer in all genres, favorite country song with “Last Name,” and favorite star under 35. She also performed “I Know You Won’t” at the show wearing a lime green, sleeveless, deep-plunging, floor length gown with lime green dangle earrings. Her three dress changes were all as memorable as her three wins. Continue Reading… »

Piaget Emperador Cushion Grande Luna: An Original And Beautiful Moon Phase Watch

Piaget’s Emperador Cushion stands out as one of the most appealing dress watch designs in the high luxury segment–somehow classical and contemporary at the same time, it is pure Piaget in its fine execution and attention to detail.  With the impending introduction of the Emperador Cushion Grande Luna, the classical moon phase complication gets a presentation that is most worthy.

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