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10 of the best Gérald Genta designs for other brands

Lists

07.03.23

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10 of the best Gérald Genta designs for other brands

Gérald Genta. Anyone who calls themselves a watch enthusiast is familiar with the legendary designer, and the mainstream consumer base for watches, whether they realise…

Outfitting the wrists of the best-dressed celebrities of the last year

Fits and Ticks

29.01.23

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Outfitting the wrists of the best-dressed celebrities of the last year

By no means do I consider myself being the fashion police, but I think I can spot a good fit when I see one. Last…

Hands On

22.01.23

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HANDS-ON: Does second thinnest mean second best? The new Bulgari Octo Finissimo Ultra 10th Anniversary

Watch brands can be known for boisterous claims or names for their novelties. Masterpiece, icon, ultimate or – in the case of this specific edition of…

Introducing

14.01.23

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INTRODUCING: The Bulgari Bulgari x Lisa has a crazy dial you’ve never seen before

Blackpink star Lisa was made a Bulgari ambassador in 2020 Their new collaboration has a crazy triple-hue dial It features a loving tribute to her…

Friday Wind Down

13.01.23

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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Recapping the releases of the week – Grand Seiko, Zenith, Hublot, TAG Heuer and Bulgari

While it may only be the second week of the new year, we already, in this past week alone, have a ton of new novelties…

Omega dominate 2023 Golden Globes’ red carpet. Rolex, Cartier, TAG, Vacheron, Bulgari also make appearances

Pop Culture

12.01.23

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Omega dominate 2023 Golden Globes’ red carpet. Rolex, Cartier, TAG, Vacheron, Bulgari also make appearances

Omega dominated the 2023 Golden Globes red carpet Their range of styles and dial colours make their watches very easy to style Rolex, Cartier, TAG…

LVMH Watch Week: Bulgari dazzles with their new “Time is a Jewel” collection

Lists

11.01.23

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LVMH Watch Week: Bulgari dazzles with their new “Time is a Jewel” collection

The Divas’ Dream and Allegra have been given new colour schemes. The Serpenti Seduttori is now available with a black lacquer dial. The Serpenti Tubogas…

The Immortals

02.01.23

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THE IMMORTALS – The Bulgari Octo Finissimo is a slinky design classic dripping with innovation and panache

Editor’s note: The Immortals is a new series that examines a watch that we believe deserves recognition as a bona fide modern classic. You’ll already…

Hands On

12.12.22

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HANDS-ON: The rose-gold Bulgari Octo Finissimo Chronograph GMT is sleek, sculptural and downright sexy

We all know the Bulgari Octo Finissimo series as some of the most in-demand timepieces on the market today. You’ll find them peeking out of…

These watches couldn’t evoke the spirit of a ’70s bachelor pad any louder (unless their dials were made from shagpile carpet)

Lists

07.12.22

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These watches couldn’t evoke the spirit of a ’70s bachelor pad any louder (unless their dials were made from shagpile carpet)

Much has been written about the untimely death of the bachelor pad, a form of residence described by The Telegraph as “a rite of passage…

Video

30.11.22

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VIDEO: The new precious and polished Bulgari Octo Finissimo watches in rose and yellow gold

This year, the sandblasted rose gold Bulgari Octo Finissimo took its final curtain call within the collection, but at Geneva Watch Days in late August its…

This new Gerald Genta watch displays Mickey Mouse playing football ahead of the World Cup

Introducing

18.11.22

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This new Gerald Genta watch displays Mickey Mouse playing football ahead of the World Cup

Gerald Genta Disney watches are über collectable these days. So when Gerald Genta, owned by Bulgari, revived the collection with a new Mickey Mouse “Smiley”…

Hands On

17.10.22

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HANDS-ON: The Bulgari Octo Finissimo Sejima Edition reflects on the “Invisible Train”

When people call watches “art” it may seem like fluff and romance. Prior to smartphones and quartz timekeepers, mechanical watches were known as tools –…

Introducing

07.10.22

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INTRODUCING: The Bulgari Aluminium GMT Amerigo Vespucci sets sail

When you think of watch collaborations with the Italian navy your mind would usually travel to a brand like Panerai, or possibly even Squale. That…

The ‘do’s and don’ts’ of Octo Finissimo design with Bulgari’s Fabrizio Buonamassa Stigliani

Interview

02.10.22

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The ‘do’s and don’ts’ of Octo Finissimo design with Bulgari’s Fabrizio Buonamassa Stigliani

Of all the people we get to interview in my line of work, the most interesting people to sit down with are the watch designers…

What do the different grades of titanium actually mean for your watch?

Watch Education

26.09.22

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What do the different grades of titanium actually mean for your watch?

Discovered in 18th century England, titanium has found uses across virtually all aspects of industry, though, naturally, the one that most interests us is attached…

The cost-of-living crisis and the rise of stealth bling

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26.09.22

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The cost-of-living crisis and the rise of stealth bling

EDITOR’S NOTE: Right now, I’m in the UK where the country is battling a cost-of-living crisis. Energy costs have soared, while The Economist reports that…

Wrist roles: The 6 most interesting watches at the Emmys

Events

16.09.22

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Wrist roles: The 6 most interesting watches at the Emmys

Awards shows are always target-rich environments for some prime celebrity watchspotting, and the 74th Annual Primetime Emmys were no exception. Here’s a quick look at…

Lists

02.09.22

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D.C.’s top 5 from Geneva Watch Days

It’s coming-out season for the brands of Geneva Watch Days, and given the relative quiet of the past few months, we couldn’t be more excited.…

Lists

30.08.22

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Fergus’ top 5 from Geneva Watch Days

Geneva Watch Days definitely isn’t as grand an affair as Watches & Wonders, however what it doesn’t have in quantity it certainly made up for…

GENEVA WATCH DAYS: The Bulgari novelties find a luxe upgrade for the Octo in gold

Introducing

29.08.22

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GENEVA WATCH DAYS: The Bulgari novelties find a luxe upgrade for the Octo in gold

In March this year, Bulgari released the world’s thinnest mechanical watch with the Octo Finissimo Ultra, only to be beaten again in July by the…

Video

27.08.22

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VIDEO: The Bulgari Sketch Dial Limited Editions really draw the eye

Consumers in this day and age are all too familiar with the finished products of watch manufacturers. But, it is not always the case that…

Dress watches that are unlikely streetwear champions

Fits and Ticks

19.08.22

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Dress watches that are unlikely streetwear champions

We’ve all seen iced-out Royal Oaks and Datejusts on the wrists of Supreme-donning hypebeasts, but every once in a while, we’re surprised by the flash…

The Bulgari Octo Finissimo S Silvered is the watch designer’s favourite version of this modern classic. Here’s why…

Hands On

13.08.22

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The Bulgari Octo Finissimo S Silvered is the watch designer’s favourite version of this modern classic. Here’s why…

Responding to the admittedly fair criticism of offering a sports watch with just 30-metre water-resistance , Bulgari created the S line, with a slightly thicker steel…

HANDS ON: Jet, set, go with the Bulgari Octo Roma WorldTimer in black DLC

Introducing

01.08.22

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HANDS ON: Jet, set, go with the Bulgari Octo Roma WorldTimer in black DLC

Bulgari’s Octo Finissimo tends to steal the limelight a fair bit, seemingly making headlines whenever a new version is released. The Octo Roma may not…

The best women’s watches of 2022 so far…

Lists

14.06.22

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The best women’s watches of 2022 so far…

There was a time when a women’s watch could be spotted from a mile away. Unnecessary diamonds, pretentious numerals, overpriced quartz movements and generally lazy…

The Bulgari Octo Roma Naturalia x Wang Yan Cheng surges with organised chaos

Watch Reviews

13.06.22

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The Bulgari Octo Roma Naturalia x Wang Yan Cheng surges with organised chaos

Bulgari have spent the last decade focusing on the Octo Finissimo as the flagship for their haute-horology endeavours, however there’s a growing movement from the…

Chris Hemsworth shows how to do the red carpet right with a Bulgari Octo Finissimo Skeleton

Pop Culture

26.05.22

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Chris Hemsworth shows how to do the red carpet right with a Bulgari Octo Finissimo Skeleton

EDITOR’S NOTE: Let’s face it watch spotting is a game that’s fraught with error. Yesterday, we suggested in this story that Chris Hemsworth was wearing…

HANDS-ON: The Bulgari x Ducati Aluminium Chronograph Ducati Special Edition

Watch Reviews

26.05.22

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HANDS-ON: The Bulgari x Ducati Aluminium Chronograph Ducati Special Edition

Watch brands collaborating with motoring manufacturers is nothing new, and there’s some lofty competition out there – 2020 even saw the release of a million-dollar…

VIDEO: Drawing up the Bulgari Octo Finissimo 10th Anniversary Limited Editions

Hands On

22.05.22

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VIDEO: Drawing up the Bulgari Octo Finissimo 10th Anniversary Limited Editions

Consumers in this day and age are all too familiar with the finished products of watch manufacturers thanks to digital watch media, whether from publications…

A colourful refresh for the Bulgari Octo Finissimo Geneva Springtime

Introducing

03.05.22

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A colourful refresh for the Bulgari Octo Finissimo Geneva Springtime

Thinness is the word of the day, everyday, for Bulgari’s Octo Finissimo. Currently holding world records in several different categories, the Roman Jeweller imbues its…

VIDEO: The slinky brilliance of the Bulgari Octo Finissimo Ultra – the thinnest mechanical watch of all time

Watch Reviews

01.04.22

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VIDEO: The slinky brilliance of the Bulgari Octo Finissimo Ultra – the thinnest mechanical watch of all time

You’ve probably seen by now that the watch that keeps breaking records has just broken another, becoming the indisputably thinnest mechanical watch of all time.…

Channing Tatum sports a Bulgari Aluminum alongside Sandra Bullock and Brad Pitt in new film “The Lost City”

Pop Culture

27.03.22

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Channing Tatum sports a Bulgari Aluminum alongside Sandra Bullock and Brad Pitt in new film “The Lost City”

When we see watches in action films, the usual suspects are Rolex, Omega, IWC and Panerai. But in the newly released movie The Lost City, we…

Introducing

23.03.22

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INTRODUCING: The Bulgari Octo Finissimo 10th Anniversary Limited Editions

Consumers in this day and age are all too familiar with the finished products of watch manufacturers thanks to digital watch media, whether from publications…

LIVE PICS: The Bulgari Octo Finissimo Ultra is the new thinnest mechanical watch in the world at 1.8mm

Introducing

22.03.22

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LIVE PICS: The Bulgari Octo Finissimo Ultra is the new thinnest mechanical watch in the world at 1.8mm

With a marketplace that thrives on the emotional connection between consumer and brand heritage, anniversary milestones have become a prominent moment for manufacturers to celebrate…

Time flies: The best travel watches from the last 12 months

Lists

28.02.22

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Time flies: The best travel watches from the last 12 months

What’s travel, I hear you ask? Believe it or not, there’s an activity which means you can leave your home, and go somewhere else! Sadly,…

My 5 favourite watches of the last 12 months

Lists

22.02.22

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My 5 favourite watches of the last 12 months

Editor’s note: Sometimes you want an informed opinion. You have a problem with your knee – you speak to a doctor. You urgently need to…

Bulgari flexes their mechanical mastery with new Octo Roma models

Introducing

16.02.22

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Bulgari flexes their mechanical mastery with new Octo Roma models

Bulgari has become increasingly known for their achievements in chasing down thinness records and contributing to the craze of integrated bracelet sports watches. Introduced in…

VIDEO: The 5 best gold watches of the last 12 months

Lists

13.02.22

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VIDEO: The 5 best gold watches of the last 12 months

Warm, glowing, and oozing a charming luxury, who doesn’t love a cracking gold watch? Regardless of the tone or colour, whether it’s red, pink or…

An open letter to Bulgari: Please consider making this version of the Serpenti, and I’ll buy one

Opinion

02.02.22

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An open letter to Bulgari: Please consider making this version of the Serpenti, and I’ll buy one

Editor’s note: When I was in Dubai recently for Dubai Watch Week, I had the chance to try on a Bulgari Serpenti in rose gold…

LVMH WATCH WEEK: Bulgari 2022 novelties overview

Introducing

25.01.22

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LVMH WATCH WEEK: Bulgari 2022 novelties overview

Editor’s note: We get that this LVMH Watch Week there is a ton of ground to cover, with four brands all releasing a range of novelties to…

VIDEO: The top watches of 2021 above $20k (Part 1)

Watch Reviews

20.01.22

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VIDEO: The top watches of 2021 above $20k (Part 1)

Gentle readers (and viewers), the gloves are now officially off. No more budget, no more “bang-for-buck”, and no more bargains. Chances are if you’re about…

The slinky genius of the record-breaking Bulgari Octo Finissimo

Watch Education

16.01.22

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The slinky genius of the record-breaking Bulgari Octo Finissimo

Welcome to The Icons, a series where we take a horological deep dive into the most legendary watches of all time. We’ll delve into the…

VIDEO: The top 10 watches of 2021 between $10k-$20k

Watch Reviews

13.01.22

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VIDEO: The top 10 watches of 2021 between $10k-$20k

Now we’re getting to the pointy end of the 2021 roundup, and there isn’t a single watch listed here that doesn’t mean serious business. Between…

From G-Shock to Rolex: the Time+Tide team reveals the watch they wore the most in 2021

Lists

24.12.21

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From G-Shock to Rolex: the Time+Tide team reveals the watch they wore the most in 2021

One of the greatest horological tragedies is a beautiful watch that languishes unworn in a safety deposit box for years on end. That’s because watches…

HANDS-ON: The Bulgari Aluminium GMT just oozes the feel-good lifestyle

Watch Reviews

12.12.21

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HANDS-ON: The Bulgari Aluminium GMT just oozes the feel-good lifestyle

At the end of the day, what is a GMT really all about? The Bulgari Aluminium GMT seems to sum it up quite well when…

HANDS-ON: The Bulgari Octo Finissimo Chronograph GMT offers a sportier take on a modern classic

Watch Reviews

09.12.21

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HANDS-ON: The Bulgari Octo Finissimo Chronograph GMT offers a sportier take on a modern classic

For many, myself included, the Bulgari Octo Finissimo has been a consistent benchmark for craftsmanship, artfulness, and bravery in watchmaking. Off the top of my…

PANDEMIC BABY: Meet the watch built by two legit living legends over Zoom – the MB&F x Bulgari Legacy Machine FlyingT Allegra

Introducing

25.11.21

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PANDEMIC BABY: Meet the watch built by two legit living legends over Zoom – the MB&F x Bulgari Legacy Machine FlyingT Allegra

What did you do to express your creativity over the COVID-19 lockdowns? Get a sourdough starter-kit? Sit with your kids and fill endless reams of…

EDITOR’S PICK: Wondering if you could pull off a gold watch? Here’s what you need to know

Opinion

23.11.21

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EDITOR’S PICK: Wondering if you could pull off a gold watch? Here’s what you need to know

EDITOR’S NOTE: Right now, steel sports watches from the likes of Rolex, Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet have become some of the most lusted after watches…