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11 of the best blue dial watches proving it’s still the colour to have

Buying Guides

25.04.24

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11 of the best blue dial watches proving it’s still the colour to have

Blue dials have always been popular, and these 11 watches stand out as being the nicest money can buy right now.

Geneva Watch Week: The Time+Tide team picks their favourite watches from all of the fairs

Lists

21.04.24

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Geneva Watch Week: The Time+Tide team picks their favourite watches from all of the fairs

We came, we saw, we conquered - now here's our picks for the most interesting watches from Geneva's big week of watchmaking.

Every Vacheron Constantin release of Watches & Wonders 2024

Lists

21.04.24

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Every Vacheron Constantin release of Watches & Wonders 2024

The holy trinity brand shows off its haute joaillerie and haute horlogerie prowess.

New releases from Baltic, Omega, H. Moser & Cie and more

Last Week in Watches

21.04.24

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New releases from Baltic, Omega, H. Moser & Cie and more

The watch machine never stops churning, turning out new releases even after the conclusion of Watches and Wonders.

The Vacheron Constantin Grand Lady Kalla is an iced-out modular marvel

Introducing

17.04.24

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The Vacheron Constantin Grand Lady Kalla is an iced-out modular marvel

Vacheron Constantin recall the decadence of the Roaring Twenties with a convertible, gem-set wonder.

Green finally arrives to the Vacheron Constantin Overseas

Video

09.04.24

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Green finally arrives to the Vacheron Constantin Overseas

The Vacheron Constantin Overseas collection in green is totally captivating, and shows exactly what a high-end luxury sports watch should be.

The Vacheron Constantin Patrimony celebrates 20 years of refined minimalism

Introducing

09.04.24

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The Vacheron Constantin Patrimony celebrates 20 years of refined minimalism

For the 20th anniversary of the Vacheron Constantin Patrimony, the Maison explores minimalism again.

The best watches for finance fanatics, from the classic Datejust to a humble Casio

Buying Guides

07.04.24

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The best watches for finance fanatics, from the classic Datejust to a humble Casio

We all say watches aren't great investments, but does the same ring true for those whose hobby or job revolves around that?

Diamonds really are this Vacheron Constantin Patrimony’s best friends

Hands On

25.03.24

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Diamonds really are this Vacheron Constantin Patrimony’s best friends

Vacheron Constantin may have cemented their position in the Holy Trinity as the kings of the understated, but this Patrimony is anything but.

New releases from Swatch x Omega, MB&F, Renaud Tixier and more

Last Week in Watches

23.03.24

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New releases from Swatch x Omega, MB&F, Renaud Tixier and more

The Snoopy MoonSwatch was not the only cool release this past week: there were also hot debuts from independents and a resized icon.

The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph has the best blue in the business

Hands On

20.03.24

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The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph has the best blue in the business

Vacheron Constantin threw the kitchen sink at the dial of the blue Overseas. And boy, is it good.

Vacheron Constantin x The MET unveil ‘Masterpiece on your Wrist’ bespoke commission program

News

19.03.24

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Vacheron Constantin x The MET unveil ‘Masterpiece on your Wrist’ bespoke commission program

Vacheron Constantin and the Met have just launched an extension of the watchmaker's "Masterpiece on Your Wrist" program.

Jeremy Allen White’s go-to Vacheron Constantin Patrimony is as clean as his white tees

Hands On

11.03.24

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Jeremy Allen White’s go-to Vacheron Constantin Patrimony is as clean as his white tees

Like Carmy's tees on The Bear, the Vacheron Constantin Patrimony is a deceptively simple watch, meticulous in its craft.

Morgan Stanley says these watch brands have the highest average prices

Lists

05.03.24

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Morgan Stanley says these watch brands have the highest average prices

Watch collecting is an expensive hobby: these are the ten brands which have the highest average retail prices according to Morgan Stanley's latest report.

The Vacheron Constantin Cornes de Vache is better than time travel

Hands On

04.03.24

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The Vacheron Constantin Cornes de Vache is better than time travel

Vacheron Constantin's chronograph stunner is the most elegant way to remember the '50s.

Time+Tide City Watch Buying Guide – Melbourne

Lists

02.03.24

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Time+Tide City Watch Buying Guide – Melbourne

This is it. The decision has been made, the dollars have been saved, and the significant other has been convinced this is the last one (honest).…

The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Moon Phase Retrograde Date blends old-school complications with new-school sports watch vibes

Video

01.03.24

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The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Moon Phase Retrograde Date blends old-school complications with new-school sports watch vibes

This elevated take on the Overseas is the first retrograde display in a sports watch for this storied Swiss brand.

This Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle in green is the quintessential dress watch

Hands On

12.02.24

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This Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle in green is the quintessential dress watch

Previously a Chinese exclusive, this dapper dress watch is now available worldwide - which is a very good thing.

15 watches celebrating 2024’s Year of the Dragon

Buying Guides

07.02.24

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15 watches celebrating 2024’s Year of the Dragon

With the Lunar New Year just around the corner, here are the best Year of the Dragon watches.

The Platonic ideal of a tourbillon watch: the Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Tourbillon in platinum

Hands On

06.02.24

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The Platonic ideal of a tourbillon watch: the Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Tourbillon in platinum

This elegant, restrained yet extremely sumptuous timepiece gives the tourbillion the respect it deserves.

Five of the most influential watch designers and their creations

Lists

23.01.24

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Five of the most influential watch designers and their creations

Yes, a certain Gérald Genta is on this list, but he's not the only notable watch designer.

Vacheron Constantin’s new Les Collectionneurs programme curates vintage VC models

Video

12.01.24

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Vacheron Constantin’s new Les Collectionneurs programme curates vintage VC models

Hunting for a vintage Vacheron? Here are three models curated by the Holy Trinity brand.

Celebrating complication with the most complicated watches of all time

Lists

12.01.24

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Celebrating complication with the most complicated watches of all time

Horological mastery and lifelong obsessions made these creations come to life.

The 10 best watches from the 81st Golden Globe Awards

Pop Culture

08.01.24

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The 10 best watches from the 81st Golden Globe Awards

2023's Golden Globes were particularly golden as far as watch spotting has been concerned. Here's the ten best watches worn by attendees.

Lists

06.01.24

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5 of the best Art Deco watches

Dapper and flapper-approved.

Cars and chronometers – the best driving watches you can buy

Buying Guides

28.12.23

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Cars and chronometers – the best driving watches you can buy

We look at the watches that blend driving inspiration and time-telling best.

17 of the best stone dials from $369 to $500k+

Buying Guides

27.12.23

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17 of the best stone dials from $369 to $500k+

From microbrands to repeating tourbillons, there's a stone dial watch to suit most tastes.

Comedians may make jokes for a living, but they take watch collecting very seriously

Pop Culture

25.12.23

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Comedians may make jokes for a living, but they take watch collecting very seriously

Are non-Rolex watches becoming more mainstream, or is it a case of comedians becoming more horologically aware?

Vacheron Constantin explore the world’s styles with Les Cabinotiers Récits de Voyages

Video

20.12.23

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Vacheron Constantin explore the world’s styles with Les Cabinotiers Récits de Voyages

Out of the ten craziest watches of 2023, it's arguable that half of them are from this Vacheron Constantin collection.

New releases from Chopard, Maen, Bremont and more

Last Week in Watches

17.12.23

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New releases from Chopard, Maen, Bremont and more

Watch brands have been hard at work unveiling last-minute entries ahead of the gift-giving season.

Vacheron Constantin applies subtle bling to the Overseas Tourbillon High Jewellery

Introducing

12.12.23

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Vacheron Constantin applies subtle bling to the Overseas Tourbillon High Jewellery

Thought that diamonds on a watch cannot be tasteful? Think again.

The Vacheron Constantin Overseas 35mm untweaks my tourb for this reason…

Hands On

03.12.23

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The Vacheron Constantin Overseas 35mm untweaks my tourb for this reason…

Zach's prayers have been answered with a new, smaller Overseas.

New releases from Vacheron Constantin, Fears, Audemars Piguet and more

Last Week in Watches

03.12.23

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New releases from Vacheron Constantin, Fears, Audemars Piguet and more

Wow… Nobody expected much in terms of watch releases this week, but some of the biggest brands in the industry unexpectedly decided to present very…

Only Watch postponed, and a week of ultra-light watches

Friday Wind Down

27.10.23

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Only Watch postponed, and a week of ultra-light watches

Earlier this week, after much conversation on horological social media, Only Watch announced that their biennial charity auction, which would have been held next month,…

The Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Retrograde Day-Date is vying for the stealth-wealth crown

Video

22.10.23

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The Vacheron Constantin Patrimony Retrograde Day-Date is vying for the stealth-wealth crown

A salmon dial, platinum case, and bi-retrograde complication of the Patrimony Retrograde Day-Date is Vacheron Constantin's subtle take on the recent phenomenon.

The highlights from the Australian Financial Review’s About Time Watch Fair

Events

02.10.23

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The highlights from the Australian Financial Review’s About Time Watch Fair

We look back at some of the best moments from Sydney’s very first prestige watch fair.

The T+T team picks their favourite waitlisted watches

Lists

22.09.23

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The T+T team picks their favourite waitlisted watches

In a world where hype is seemingly king, there are watches that us regular mortals are unlikely to ever be able to obtain. Waitlist numbers…

Another one bites the dust: Freddie Mercury’s Seiko sells for big bucks

Friday Wind Down

22.09.23

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Another one bites the dust: Freddie Mercury’s Seiko sells for big bucks

We discuss the Queen frontman's humble Seiko, the semi-finalists for the inaugural Louis Vuitton Watch Prize as well as rare vintage Vacherons making their way…

Our favourite pieces from Vacheron Constantin’s must-see Less’Ential exhibition

Events

19.09.23

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Our favourite pieces from Vacheron Constantin’s must-see Less’Ential exhibition

We highlight some must-see watches from Vacheron Constantin's Australia-bound exhibition of rare and historically significant references.

New releases from M.A.D., A. Lange & Söhne, Tudor, and more

Last Week in Watches

17.09.23

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New releases from M.A.D., A. Lange & Söhne, Tudor, and more

Another M.A.D. raffle, perpetual calendar goodness from A. Lange & Söhne, and wandering hours for wandering explorers from Vacheron Constantin

Buying Guides

09.09.23

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6 of the best time-only watches

There's something about a time-only watch that stands out. And that gives me enormous joy.

Buying Guides

07.09.23

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5 of the best manually wound watches

If you’re anything like me, part of the enjoyment of watches is setting aside a bit of time to wind and set them. Automatic movements,…

New releases from Zenith, Vacheron Constantin, Mr Jones and more

Last Week in Watches

27.08.23

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New releases from Zenith, Vacheron Constantin, Mr Jones and more

With Geneva Watch Days inching ever closer, more and more watches are being presented. As always, we chose only ten, with some amazing releases being…

Vacheron Constantin design a unique clock for the world’s most expensive car

Introducing

25.08.23

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Vacheron Constantin design a unique clock for the world’s most expensive car

Vacheron Constantin’s Les Cabinotiers bespoke department has collaborated with Rolls-Royce on a luxurious dashboard clock piece unique upon a client’s request Styled after a dashboard-mounted…

Buying Guides

04.08.23

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9 of the best gold watches

A gold watch is the ultimate status symbol. Though the recent horological trend has skewed towards steel as the material of choice, the timelessness of…

Buying Guides

27.07.23

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7 of the best dress watches

As our classification of what formal attire consists of keeps changing, our definition of what constitutes a dress watch is changing, too. This was an…

5 of the best “old money” stealth wealth watches

Buying Guides

24.07.23

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5 of the best “old money” stealth wealth watches

Old money style is characterised by focusing on classic, timeless elegance that’s executed with subtle sophistication and a sense of effortlessness. Often the world of…

Buying Guides

16.06.23

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The 6 best perpetual calendar watches

The perpetual calendar is one of the most fascinating and intricate complications the watch world has to offer. Often referred to as a QP, an…

Auctions

25.05.23

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5 sleeper picks from the upcoming Sotheby’s Fine Watches auction starting next week

Watch auctions are typically associated with record-breaking prices and incredible amounts of money spent on coveted collectables. During my visit to Sotheby’s Upper East Side…

Kendall Roy’s change in watches offers an unsettling hint of things to come…

Pop Culture

22.04.23

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Kendall Roy’s change in watches offers an unsettling hint of things to come…

In Succession, Kendall Roy is a twitchy psychodrama of a man in a cashmere baseball cap. His personality flip-flops and flop-flips from one scene to…

New releases show platinum is the heavy metal that it’s still OK to like

Opinion

13.04.23

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New releases show platinum is the heavy metal that it’s still OK to like

The English physicist and mathmatician Sir Isaac Newton believed that for every action there is an equal opposite reaction. Chinese cosmology stands by a similar…