Bvlgari returns to Dubai Watch Week with a creation that transcends traditional watchmaking, unveiling the Mattar Bin Lahej x Octo Finissimo, a limited-edition timepiece that celebrates the union of Italian design and Emirati artistry. Presented under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the showcase marks a defining moment for the Maison as it continues to honor the region’s artistic heritage while pushing boundaries in modern horology. The iconic Octo Finissimo, long regarded as a minimalist canvas for creative reinterpretation, now becomes the stage for the fluid, expressive calligraphy of renowned Emirati artist Mattar Bin Lahej.
Since its debut, the Octo Finissimo has earned its place as a contemporary icon, breaking ten world records for thinness and redefining architectural watch design. At Dubai Watch Week 2025, that legacy evolves with a fresh cultural dialogue. Through a creative exchange between Bvlgari’s Executive Director of Product Creation, Fabrizio Buonamassa Stigliani, and Bin Lahej, the timepiece transforms into a dual expression of heritage and innovation. The artist’s laser-engraved Arabic calligraphy flows across the titanium case, dial, and bracelet, inspired by the powerful words of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum: “The future will be for those who can imagine, design, and implement it.”
At the heart of this limited edition is a celebration of craftsmanship. With only 70 pieces produced, the watch features a 40 mm sandblasted titanium case, the ultrathin BVL 138 mechanical movement, and a transparent case back engraved with the artist’s signature. It is an object of precision, poetry, and purpose, bridging the rigor of Swiss engineering with the emotional resonance of Emirati creativity. The collaboration reinforces Bvlgari’s mission to champion cross-cultural connections, further reflected in its immersive Dubai Watch Week booth, where live demonstrations and artistic showcases draw visitors into the world of contemporary watchmaking.
With this unveiling, Bvlgari not only honors a decade of Octo Finissimo innovation but also pays tribute to the region’s artistic identity. The Mattar Bin Lahej x Octo Finissimo stands as a testament to Dubai’s evolving role as a global hub for creativity, craftsmanship, and cultural exchange…an extraordinary meeting point where design, imagination, and heritage converge.
