WATCHES

Dials go green

An enchanting horological rhapsody

A symbol of prosperity and growth, the green color has always had an imposing role in the color palette, with its bold adventurous significance and timeless elegance. With almost every brand adding green dials to its countless collections, the horology world views the majestic hue as an enchanting scream of nature with its fresh rebirth symbol and passe-partout practicality.

Jaeger-Lecoultre Reverso Tribute Monoface small seconds

Launched in 1931 with a mesmerizing black dial, the Reverso has appeared over the decades with a variety of dials that offered a colorful modern twist while preserving the heritage of the original one. Last year the Maison presented Reverso Tribute Small Seconds in sunray-brushed lacquer green dial and matching leather strap like the deep green of the pine forests that surround Jaeger-Lecoultre’s home in the vallée de Joux. The slim 8.5 mm steel case houses the manually wound mechanical timepiece with 822/2 calibre and offers a power of 42 hours. The hours are marked by applied indexes rather than numerals. A timeless beauty with a modern touch.

Montblanc Star Legacy Orbis Terrarum LE 71

A stunning limited edition of 71 timepieces in reference to the formation of UAE in 1971, its world-timer functionality indicates all 24 time zones at a glance and highlights whether cities are in day or night time. The green sapphire crystal dial showing the northern hemisphere as well as 24 cities. This exclusive beauty comes in a 43 mm stainless steel polished case and powered by an automatic movement with the choice of a green alligator strap or steel bracelet.

Chopard Imperiale


A soothing green textured mother-of-pearl dial with a matching leather strap, this breathtaking watch perfectly rhymes with elegance and ultimate sophistication. Framed by a 36 mm 18-carat rose gold case with diamond-set bezel, the self-winding timepiece has a power reserve of 42 hours with central hours and minutes. A mesmerizing dual blend of jewelry and watchmaking.

Girard-Perregaux Laureato 42 mm Eternity Edition


Back in 1975, the newly launched luxury sports timepiece with its round dial and octagonal bezel defied the horological designs gaining an immeasurable popularity among the watch aficionados. This stunning timepiece was redecorated with a green hand-guilloché sunray dial of vibrant glossy Grand Feu enamel and released on the 230th anniversary of the brand in 2021. It has a 42 mm stainless case and Rhodium-plated baton-type hands that convey the hours and minutes. The sapphire caseback reveals an automatic GP1800 calibre. A sophisticated simplicity at its best.

Perpétuel X Hoffman


Part of ‘Khaleejuna wahed’ collection that means ´Our Gulf’, a stunning limited edition timepiece curated by the collaboration of Perpétuel and Hoffman as an expression of love and appreciation for collectors in the region.
This unique chronograph watch that’s limited to 50 pieces features a 40 mm stainless case that houses a stunning emerald-green dial with palm and sword with the phrase ‘For the eyes of Saudi Arabia’ in Arabic, and has a 37 hour power reserve.

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JEWELRY

Boucheron New Maharajahs

Histoire De Style, an expression of elegant audacity

The name Bhupindar Sing is carved in Boucheron’s unforgettable memory. On August 2nd 1928, the 6ft 7 Maharajah of Patiala pushed the door of the Maison in Place Vendôme and commissioned the largest special order in the history of the brand. Thousands of diamonds, rubies, emeralds and pearls for 149 imagined designs by Louis Boucheron turned into emerald and diamond collars, multiple-strand pearl necklaces, belts covered in precious stones and other designs. This year the creative director Claire Choisne pays homage to the 1928 fairytale treasure by reimagining a contemporary version of audacious and modern free style. The New Maharajahs collection consists of emblematic elements of India like the lotus flower, turban ornaments or wedding bracelets, with white and transparency dominance, instead of the original polychrome. Colors have faded into a monochrome metamorphosis to engrave a contemporary vision of the well curated version of Boucheron’s high jewelry collection that comprises breathtaking parures, earrings, rings, bracelets, necklaces that turn into brooches, hoops, monochrome chokers as well as turban hair jewels. Lightening up the pieces without altering their beauty, the collection stands out by its remarkable extravagance that’s amplified by a modern touch without the weight of history.

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FASHION

Gucci Tiger

A feline tribute to nature and beauty

Gearing up for the Chinese year of the Tiger which begins on February 1st, Gucci introduces a mesmerizing 80 piece collection of ready-to-wear and accessories, for both men and women. An archival design originated by Vittorio Accornero in late 1960s, the Tiger motif was revived by Alessandro Michele, upon joining the house in 2015 as its creative director. The print appears in a subtle inclusion in the lining of a trench coat, as well as a tiger and ‘Gucci Tiger’ wording in patch form on jackets, jeans, and knitwear with a maxi multicolor monogram, interlocking G or the equestrian-inspired web stripe. On some pieces the tiger is painted by hand or patch crafted with artisanal crochet and embroidery. The same styles are seen on shoes and bags combined with GG monogram. On a special note, the watches are 100% eco-friendly starting from the recycled steel case to the dial and strap, made from sustainable, renewable and bio-based raw materials. The campaign features a real tiger joining a group of friends for high tea in a luxurious retro-style hotel. The one century old Italian brand that turned carbon neutral since 2018, continues its ongoing support towards nature through initiatives aiming to protect forests, biodiversity and renewable energy, demonstrating its love for nature as one of its main source of inspiration.

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WATCHES

Louis Vuitton

Tambour Horizon Light up

The French Maison introduces its 3rd generation of connected watches with cutting-edge levels of customization and optimal technical specifications, magically pairing the two worlds of art and technology. The new Tambour has kept its previous silhouette and convex case in a whole new creatively redesigned method and form, with an exquisite curved sapphire glass screen. Pouring over the edge like an infinity pool, the 44mm case looks smaller and more practical on the wrist with an ultra sophisticated operating system which is the first outside Apple’s own ecosystem to be accredited as ‘MFI’ or ‘made for Iphone’. Compatible with Android and HarmonyOS smartphones as well, the Maison has developed the LV connect app that allows wearers to access diverse customization tools like watch faces and system color personalisation and selection of functions active on the watch.
Polished steel, Matte black or Matte brown designs, the watch offers quick strap change system with a wide range of colorful straps and will introduce throughout the year additional connected watches to celebrate collaborations, seasonal events, fashion weeks and various calendar milestones. The story of innovation is at the heart of Louis Vuitton’s creative agenda and an endless pursuit of artful creations bridging contemporary vibes with a glorious heritage.

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LIFESTYLE

Montblanc

Meisterstück Great Masters Calligraphy

In a fast-paced world where rushing is the common mindset, handwriting became a meticulous privilege of self-expression. Montblanc continues its journey of excellence since it revolutionized the culture of writing in 1906, and introduces new additions to its iconic collection Meisterstück Great Masters Calligraphy with more flexible nibs that are hand-sculpted from solid gold through 35 steps by super skilled artisans, that display the highest level of expertise and craftsmanship.
The iconic Meisterstück 146 made of black resin with gold-coated fitting, features now the flexible nib that allows a variety of writing styles, depending on the different pressure exerted, where varied line breadths are achieved, producing different color hues on paper. The 18k yellow gold flexible nib is engraved with ‘888’ calligraphy symbol.
Moreover, Meisterstück Calligraphy Solitaire Burgundy tone Lacker features the new flexible nib with a champagne gold-coated 18k with ‘888’ Calligraphy symbol. Inspired by a traditional Japanese method, the contemporary shaded look is achieved with a new lackering gradient technique applied to brushed metal and decorated in red, a symbolic color in the Japanese culture. Montblanc and its ink instruments history, a legacy of excellence and artistry.

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JEWELRY

Rose Dior Couture

It all started in the early years of last century, in a mesmerizing rose garden at villa Les Rhumbs in Granville, nurtured by Madeleine, his mother, a little child happily gazing at the Normandy coastal view of his family home that turned into the only ‘musée de France’ dedicated to a couturier, commemorating Christian Dior’s main source of inspiration and the crucial impact of his childhood roses on his legendary vision and work.
Dior Joaillerie dreamed up by the creative director Victoire De Castellane pays tribute to the designer’s favorite flower with its reinterpreted blooms, buds, stems and even thorns to honor its wholeness in the most majestic and figurative way.
After Bois de Rose, Rose Dior Bagatelle and Rose Dior Pré Catelan lines, a fourth flower of the dreamy jewelry garden emerges with the freshness of a burgeoning bud, Rose Dior Couture. Pluralistic duality and soft elegance, the new line is home to nine pieces that include necklaces, stud earrings and rings in rose gold and diamonds inspired by Bois de Rose collection.
« I can’t get attached to something that dies so quickly, so I make flowers that last forever » one of Castellane’s famous quotes that makes Dior’s emblematic rose and heritage as timeless and joyful as the Granville days.

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WATCHES

Abbas Behbehani

A watch love affair at its finest

An avid horology connoisseur and one of the world’s top watch collectors, Kuwait-based Abbas behbehani’s extraordinary journey with watches has started at the early age of 15: « After school I used to go to my father’s work, at some point he was the biggest watch distributor in the world, with ‘West End’ brand under his umbrella, I’ve undoubtedly inherited his passion for watches ».
Growing up in a family that worked in the watch business, Abbas, a mechanical engineer with eight years of experience in Kuwait oil company has started collecting timepieces almost four decades ago with a very modest priced 25 $ Omega as his first possession followed in the early 1980s by a perpetual calendar Audemars Piguet which decades later remains his favorite complication.
More than 1000 watches extravagantly displayed in a custom-made room in his house designed by the luxury watch winders and cases Buben & Zorweg, he loves wearing his timepieces instead of locking them up as several collectors do.
« I’m not necessarily attracted to complicated watches, I love readable simple designs, the complications shouldn’t be on the outside, i buy what I like and rarely ever sell a watch ». His large collection consists of breathtaking pieces of Audemars Piguet, Rolex, Vacheron Constantin, Patek Philippe and many others. « I love the history of the brand, its aesthetics and the people behind it » A warm light-hearted person with an acute sense of humor, his love affair with watches and unique taste position him as one of the top watch collectors globally « You don’t decide to become a watch collector, your passion drives you there ».
Inaugurating 2022 with his spectacular taste, Abbas shared with us two unique custom-made timepieces from his vast collection:

Patek Philippe Grande Complication 5971P

This one-of-a-kind custom-made Patek Philippe 5971P Chronograph, has a manually wound perpetual calendar and leap year indication as well as minute recorder and moon phases. Powered by an outstanding calibre CH37-70 Q, this 39 mm stunning masterpiece comes with a large platinum case studded with magnificent blue sapphires. A unique legacy of craftsmanship and timeless beauty.

Patek Philippe Nautilus 5724G-010

A stunning 18k white gold custom-made self-winding wristwatch, studded with blue sapphires with power reserve, date and moon phases. This 42 mm timepiece is powered by a 240 PS IRM C LU calibre with a breathtaking blue alligator strap.

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Dior joaillerie

Elizabeth Debicki named the brand’s new ambassador

Best known for her leading role in the Great Gatsby film, the Australian actress has joined the French luxury house as the face of Rose Dior, the iconic rose-themed jewelry line designed by Victoire de Castellane.
Debicki who will portray Princess Diana in the next season of the highly-anticipated Netflix The Crown, embodies the Maison’s timeless elegance and Christian Dior’s famous quote: « After women, flowers are the most divine creations. They are so delicate and so charming ». Following in the footsteps of Cara Delevigne, Debicki is the second face of Dior Jewelry and first ever Australian to represent the Maison. Ultra sophisticated and refined, the actress represents the «Reflection of pluralistic femininity » that defines the iconic Rose Dior collection, a breathtaking reinterpretation of the founder’s indefinite passion for the rose, with its petals, thorns, stems and leaves to honor the beauty of its wholeness.

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Vhernier Palloncino full Pavé

The unconventional spirit of playfulness

Since the brand’s inception in Valenza, Italy in 1984, Vhernier’s co-founder Angela Camurati strove to channel her passion for modern art and architecture into captivatingly simple creations and minimalist designs, emphasizing on soft curves with impeccable craftsmanship and of course the trademark « trasparenze» technique of setting a piece of rock crystal over a colored opaque stone for a bright chromatic effect. The iconic Palloncino that means Balloon in Italian became one of the brand’s signature and best selling collection. Unconventional and suitable to wear for all occasions with great ease and practicality, the new Palloncino full Pavé versions with their ergonomic shape added a ring and an earclip in white or black full Pavé set on gold, to the existing collection. Joyful yet versatile creations made with an outstanding precision and unique diamonds, the Pavé is held by two prongs only, to create a luminous carpet of light and timeless style which is an indisputable statement of unconventional sophistication.

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A. Lange & Söhne

The immeasurable value of time

In a hasty world that rolls in the fast lane, sharing time with your loved ones is the most valuable gift ever. A. Lange & Söhne cherishes the preciousness of a moment while reflecting on the warmth of the festive season with four timepieces that blend the artistry of watchmaking with the core meaning of a human bond.

Lange 1 Moon Phase


This dazzling timepiece with its meticulous complication and precision outlines the eternal lunar cycle, the solid gold moon traces its path across a bright blue sky during the day, it’s set against a dark blue background at night. 383 tiny laser-cut stars illuminate the celestial body for a super elegant effect. Moreover, the celestial disc completes one turn every 24 hours featuring different shades of blue. Like all Moon Phase designs, the calibre L121.3 deviates from the synodic period by a single day once every 122.6 years. The silver dial showcases elements that display flawless harmony: The power reserve display, Lange outsize date as well as the luminous time indication are artfully fused into the off-centre dial.

Langematik Perpetual 

The first mechanical wristwatch that combines the perpetual calendar with the Lange outsize date. The self-winding calibre L922.1 SAX-0-MAT with Lange’s zero-reset mechanism ensures that all functions  like the hour, minute, second, outsize date, day of the week, month, leap-year (until 2100) are easily readable. A stunning timepiece of impeccable craftsmanship and aesthetic superbness.

Saxonia Moon Phase


A timeless classic that never ceases to impress the watch aficionados with its combination of two popular combinations. Its trademark outsize date is positioned under 12 o’clock with the Moon Phase display that appears at 6 o’clock with the subsidiary seconds. Solid gold batons give the watch an enchanting elegance as well as 852 stars that illuminate its lunar disc. The sapphire-crystal caseback is indisputably a visual delight, revealing a stunning movement with its skillfully integrated elements. 

Zeitwerk Striking Time


Feast for the eyes and music to the ears, this melodious L043.2 calibre timepiece is the world’s first mechanical wristwatch with jumping numerals and a striking mechanism. Every quarter-hour, the little steel hammer on the right strikes a high-pitched gong while the one on the left strikes a lower chime at the top of the hour. The large digits of the side-by-side hour and minute showcase the meticulous artistry and precision of Saxon watchmaking artistry.  

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