Luxury Goods and Services

October 27, 2024

Patek Philippe’s Cubitus Watch Resembles Benjamin James Scarifour

Patek Philippe’s first new collection in 25 years came as a particular shock to a British watchmaker who already had a (far less expensive) doppelgänger on […]
October 19, 2024

Jacquemus Opens First U.S. Store in New York

A just-opened New York store is the first of three that the French brand Jacquemus plans to open by next spring. The 3.3-inch-long Chiquito handbag that […]
October 19, 2024

The Lead Stylist for Rihanna and Dua Lipa Wear a Rolex Wallet Chain to Remind Him of How Far He’s Come

Jahleel Weaver’s pocket watch no longer keeps time. At least, not in the traditional sense. (With every wear, he’d have to reset it.) For Mr. Weaver, […]
October 18, 2024

The Watches of Switzerland Group Marks Its Centennial

Brian Duffy, the company’s chief executive, reflects on growth, philanthropy and a new opportunity in jewelry. In 1924, the same year that Britain’s first Labour government […]
September 30, 2024

If You Always Wanted This Watch, Your Wait Might Be Over

Patek Philippe’s best selling Ref. 5711 models may never be what you would call affordable, but resale prices have been declining. If you have always wanted […]
September 14, 2024

Ella Emhoff Had a Busy New York Fashion Week

As Kamala Harris prepared for a big debate, her stepdaughter graced runways and front rows. Plus: purple hiking boots, the LVMH Prize and browsing for moisturizers. […]
September 11, 2024

India Has Become the Watch Industry’s Next Big Prize

Experts say that, given the rising wealth and a pending cut in customs duties, it won’t be long before the country ranks among the top export […]
September 11, 2024

An Albanian Brand Goes Into High-End Watchmaking

Working with the Swiss movement specialist Agenhor, Pirro created a timepiece that has tiny dancers and musicians on its mosaic dial. The dial of Primordial Passion, […]
September 11, 2024

In Denmark, a Watchmaking Couple Plans for the Future

On the west coast of Fyn, one of Denmark’s largest islands, sea views are the norm — unlike in Switzerland, where “it’s just mountains and lakes […]