Are Manual-Wind Watches Back in Fashion?
One industry executive describes the old-fashioned way of keeping a watch working as “a moment of contemplation, a moment to take for yourself.”
One industry executive describes the old-fashioned way of keeping a watch working as “a moment of contemplation, a moment to take for yourself.”
The Richard Mille Cup, a England-to-France regatta, includes challenging conditions, vintage yachts and an under-30 crew.
As horological tourism grows, brands are using their collections to entertain visitors and boost loyalty.
Horological tourism even includes some special places to stay.
Experts credit Meghan Markle’s fondness for the feminine timepiece as one reason it has legions of fans. Its new look aims for a gender-crossing appeal.
A lighthearted watch can act as “a real tonic in a kind of glum time,” one collector suggested. Richard Mille may top the trend with his million-dollar Smiley model.
“Give me something unique, give me something unusual, give me something original,” Paul Blandford said.