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Chopard’s Scheufele Family Explain the Art of Chiming Watches
We are all used to noisy notifications today. We think of them as something invented in Silicon Valley. But is that really true? Karl-Friedrich Scheufele: Not at all. Long before phones and digital alerts, there were striking clocks and chiming watches. They began as early as the 15th century, at a time when not everyone had direct access to the time. Imagine traveling by carriage at night. You could not simply look at your watch dial in the dark.
Bernard Arnault, une fine lame sous la coupole
Bernard Arnault est entré à l'Académie des sciences morales et politiques le 12 janvier 2026 Stéphane de Sakutin / AFP Quai de Conti, le temps semble toujours suspendu. Une élégante quiétude y est de mise. Mazarin, du haut de son cénotaphe, et Napoléon, en tenue de sacre, veillent à la sérénité des lieux. Entre ces marbres illustres, les feuillages verts des uniformes des académiciens forment une haie d'honneur vivante et bruissante.
De Jules Verne à Saint-Exupéry, comment l'avion a bouleversé l'art de voyager
Visite de l'aéroport Roissy Charles de Gaulle. Avions sur le tarmac et les pistes. François BOUCHON / Le Figaro Ni Léonard de Vinci ni Jules Verne n'auraient osé en rêver : au XXIe siècle, voler est devenu une simple habitude.
De la fin de la diligence au TGV, le train est devenu un atout majeur pour des millions de voyageurs
4 hours ago Pour la première fois depuis douze ans, les deux grandes centrales syndicales sont mobilisées pour faire barrage au projet de réforme de la loi du travail du gouvernement de droite. Un projet qui traduit un grave recul des droits des travailleurs, estiment les syndicats. Santé, éducation, …
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Vivre et travailler dans l’ombre, ou la difficile coexistence dans le métro de Montréal
Dans les couloirs du métro de la métropole, un drame prend de l’ampleur. Cet organe vital pour la mobilité des Montréalais est devenu le théâtre d’une tragédie dans laquelle les acteurs impuissants espèrent collectivement qu’une aide opportune permettra de ramener la lumière dans ces souterrains devenus trop obscurs. Si la situation ne date pas d’hier, les témoignages abondent depuis quelques jours. Pour beaucoup, le métro est devenu un refuge non par choix, mais par nécessité.
The style lessons British men can learn from the French
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The style lessons British men can learn from the French
Pretending not to care (while secretly being very attentive to appearance) is a national sport in France. But even the chicest Parisians have noted that Britain’s Prince William has recently added pieces by French designers to his wardrobe. As we mark the 120th anniversary of the Entente Cordiale, it’s a marriage of English and French style which feels entirely appropriate.
The Unlikely Watch Collector: Gianni Agnelli
04/23/2021 Grandson of Fiat founder Giovanni Agnelli, Gianni Agnelli became the most influential man in Italy, on both a business and style level. And when it comes to watches, whether choosing the appropriate models or how they should be worn, L’Avvocato showed us the way. Although I only met Gianni Agnelli twice, before his death in 2003, the memories of my two interviews with him remain so vivid that it is easy for me to attest to his magnetism.
The Definitive Guide To Joe Biden's Watches
02/06/2021 The times, they are a-changing at the White House. Classic and reassuring, the new President of the United States' watchmaking choices reflect his personality as much as his taste for watches. On Inauguration Day, amateur sleuths noticed that the 46th president of the United States of America, Joseph Robinette Biden Jr., was wearing a new watch to celebrate his first day in office. And not just any watch: a Steel Rolex Datejust 41.
Last Call! Attend The 2019 Concours d’Elégance Suisse
06/18/2019 Occurring this weekend! The fourth edition of the Concours d’Élégance Suisse takes place from Friday, June 21 to Sunday, June 23 at the gorgeous Parc du Château de Coppet, in Coppet, Switzerland. An exceptional setting that provides breathtaking views of the Mont Blanc and Lac Léman. It’s the perfect weekend for fellow car and watch lovers to meet and share their common passion. It’s the unmissable event of the year at the gorgeous idyllic Chateau de Coppet in Switzerland.
Meet The New Ulysse Nardin Freak X Bucherer BLUE Edition
The iconic retailer Bucherer has teamed up with the iconoclastic watchmaker for an exceptional timepiece. Lucerne-based jewelry and watch retailer Bucherer has been in business since 1846. Not because they play it safe but because they are willing to play the wild card once in a while. Recently, the retailer has opened the door to disruptive influences with its BLUE Editions, a collection of collaborations with leading watch brands.
Summer Rewind: The Unlikely Watch Collector: Monarchs Edition
07/14/2020 Watchonista’s five favorite royal watches from our series: The Unlikely Watch Collector. Since launching our The Unlikely Watch Collector series, Watchonista has given you an inside look at the watches owned by some of the world’s most iconic people. Whether the collector is a world-renowned chef (HERE), a scientific genius (HERE), or a gifted artist and style icon (HERE), it is their watches that piqued our attention.
The Unlikely Watch (And Car!) Collector: Rowan Atkinson
07/10/2020 You might know him as the haphazardly curious Mr. Bean, or the bumbling and inept British secret service agent, Johnny English. However, over his decades-long career, Rowan Atkinson has built quite the automotive resume alongside his acting credits.
The Unlikely Watch Collector: Albert Einstein
07/03/2020 The work and theories of Albert Einstein turned the world of physics upside down and led to him becoming the most influential physicist of the 20th century. Watchonista takes a look at the fascinating life of this legendary physicist and discovers three of the timekeepers that accompanied him in his research. It is difficult to imagine someone who has not heard of Albert Einstein.
Team UN: World Champion Freediver Alessia Zecchini Talks About Her Love For The Ocean, Whales, And Watches
Watchonista talks to one of the world’s leading female professional free divers. With 27 world records under her belt, nothing is slowing down this Italian mermaid. Born in Rome in 1992, Alessia Zecchini’s love for the water started with standard swimming. Until that is, she discovered freediving at the age of 13 while on holiday with her parents. She hasn’t looked back since.
True Colors: Richard Mille’s RM 07-02 Automatic Sapphire Showcases A New Approach To The Jewelry Watch
Why would you want a plain, old gold watch case when you can have a colored, sapphire-studded, diamond-set one instead? If there is anyone in the watch industry that likes playing with different materials, it is Richard Mille. He is famous for experimenting with everything from carbon nanotubes to gold-fused carbon and toughened ceramic in the creation of cases that are both aesthetically and technically inspiring.
Richard Mille Unveils Their All-Women’s LMP2 Team For The 24 Hours of Le Mans
06/12/2020 While the 24 Hours of Le Mans may be delayed to later this year, the new team is hitting the track virtually this weekend. In just two decades, Richard Mille and his eponymous brand have firmly established roots in motorsports. From sponsoring not one, but three Formula 1 teams (Alfa Romeo, McLaren, and Haas, read HERE) to IndyCar with their ambassadors Scott Dixon and Simon Pagenaud.
UNcharted: Two Ulysse Nardin Diver X Timepieces Designed For The World’s Most Hostile Environments
From the southernmost continent of Antarctica to the ocean coordinates furthest from civilization, Ulysse Nardin’s Diver X models are made for explorers who seek out nature’s loneliest and most dangerous places. Today we take a look at two of Ulysse Nardin’s extreme sports watches – the Diver X Nemo Point and the Diver X Antarctica – and the incredible adventures that are associated with them.
It Came From Outer Space: The Infinity Series P.01 From J.N. Shapiro For Collective
The upstart American brand collaborated with the Silicon Valley collector group Collective on a now sold-out piece that has rocked collectors. One of the reasons that watchmakers and enthusiasts alike have embraced meteorite dials is that extraterrestrial materials make any timepiece inherently one-of-a-kind. But one of the reasons watchmakers don’t often use these minerals is that they are incredibly difficult to work with.
Keeping Time During COVID-19: Can A Watchmaker Work From Home?
We speak with Ulysse Nardin’s After Sales Service Manager Kris Endress on the art of watchmaking remotely. Working from home has become the new normal for much of society, but there are still many professions where remote work is next to impossible. Notably, watchmaking – a centuries-old art form that isn't precisely adapted to today's always-connected digital society. We recently profiled Ulysse Nardin’s ‘Club UN’ (read HERE).
When Elements Collide: The New Freak X Ice & Freak X Magma By Ulysse Nardin
Wearing a Ulysse Nardin Freak watch is like having an R&D lab on your wrist. Forever avant-garde, the contemporary watchmaker is never afraid of juggling extremes and reinventing itself. This time, Ulysse Nardin plays with two polar opposites: Ice and Magma. Ulysse Nardin has never taken an overly simplistic approach to watchmaking. The brand is not exclusively about tradition and strict compliance with ancestral Swiss know-how. Nor is the brand solely focused on innovation and avant-garde materials.
The Unlikely Watch Collectors: Rolex Edition
Despite watch connoisseurs around the world primarily viewing Rolex as a professional tool watch, the brand with the crown is now seen by the wider public as a symbol of power and achievement. Some of Rolex’s most famous customers appear to be a total contradiction of who should own and wear such a luxury timepiece. The 20th century has been a period of major changes and cultural shifts. From ideologies to scientific knowledge, humanity has faced extreme evolutions.
10 Gems Of Watchmaking Trivia To Keep You Amused During Lockdown
Test your watch knowledge with these interesting horological facts. While a large portion of the world is hiding out at home, we thought we could share some good old watch trivia to help you pass the time. 1. Crown Up Or Crown Down? This is probably one of the most controversial questions in the watch industry. Some people swear you should never put your watch on its crown as it could damage the mechanism.
The Unlikely Watch Collector: The Pope(s)
03/23/2020 The Holy See is the unlikeliest of all watch collectors, yet for centuries, the pope has developed a unique relationship with time. When one enters the inner sanctum of the Holy See, it is as if time suddenly stands still. A peaceful calm infuses space and distends time. More than anywhere else, it is apparent that there is no such thing as urgency, just impatient people. Renowned for their lack of urgency, the Vatican clergy are masters in the art of acting without haste.
A DIFFERENT PACE OF LIFE
Time is the master fact. As soon as the engines are switched off after we arrive at La Finca de los Alburejos — underneath the protective shade of the old palm trees — everyone understands how important the notion is. Established by the renowned Domecq family, and led now by Álvaro Domecq Jr., a powerful politician, businessman and winemaker, the Alburejos estate has for decades been dedicated to the art of bull breeding.
A Serendipitous Journey With Richard Mille: The Rallye Des Légendes In Andalusia
A rendezvous reserved exclusively for a few privileged collectors, the highly prestigious Richard Mille Rallye is a classic car event designed less for speed than for cruising. They have "a race machine on the wrist," to borrow the brand's well-known slogan, but also a few of the world's most rare and desirable motor cars in the garage.
ICE St. Moritz - No Time To Die, But High Time For A Drive!
03/02/2020 It would take more than the Coronavirus to prevent us from grabbing a seat aboard the famous James Bond Aston Martin, one of the guest stars of the Concours International d'Elégance (ICE, for insiders) on the frozen Lake Saint Moritz. What can we give to those who have almost everything? Nothing. But it seems that in St. Moritz, dreams become reality, like magic, even when nothing goes as planned.
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