ATimelyPerspective

Functional innovation brings greater practicality to one of watchmaking’s more intriguing perpetual calendars.

When I joined the watch industry more than 40 years ago, Philippe Stern was already a driving force at Patek Philippe.

Having visited the Patek Philippe Museum in Geneva more than once, I can say without hesitation that it is one of the great treats for anyone who loves watches — or history.

Oris has long been one of those rare watch brands that continually impresses us—not just with solid mechanical watches at approachable prices, but with a genuine commitment to doing good in the world.

Public voting is now open for one of the most interesting watch distinctions of the year: the Temporis International Awards.

Independent Swiss watch brand Mauron Musy is making a calculated play for the American collector market — and doing so in a decidedly personal way.

As America approaches its 250th anniversary, luxury brands across multiple categories are creating commemorative pieces that blend artistry, heritage and symbolism.

Swiss independent brand Armin Strom has never been afraid to put mechanics front and center, and its newest Dual Time GMT Resonance Aventurine may be one of the most visually poetic executions yet.

For most musicians, composing a melody with only four notes would be incredibly difficult.

Louis Vuitton used its recent Cruise 2027 runway presentation at New York’s Frick Collection as the launch point for a broader cultural commitment: a new three-year sponsorship of one of the city’s more revered art institutions.

So many people think of Memorial day as picnics, walks on the beach and the start of summer.

Just weeks ago, I was in Tokyo with Citizen Watch Co. getting a firsthand look at how the brand manufactures Eco-Drive watches and, perhaps even more importantly, the remarkably sophisticated dial work behind them.

In the quiet halls of the Louvre, history rarely feels distant.

Today, the industry lost one of its most creative minds, one of its true gentlemen, and one of its most passionate storytellers.

Unveiled at the 2026 Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este on Lake Como this past weekend, the Cabaret Tourbillon Honeygold from A.

At A Timely Perspective, watches may be our heartbeat, but true luxury has always been about exceptional craftsmanship, heritage and the stories told through objects made by human hands.

When IWC Schaffhausen unveiled the Pilot’s Venturer Vertical Drive at Watches and Wonders Geneva in April, it instantly stood apart from the crowd.

There are car related watches, and then there are watches that actually feel like race day.

Relatively young in the watchmaking world, Mauron Musy has a few unique tricks up its proverbial sleeve when it comes to mechanical watches.

The 2026 Miami Grand Prix this past weekend delivered exactly what Formula 1 fans expect from South Florida: speed, sunshine, spectacle — and serious wrist game.

It starts simply enough: a man in an elevator, a woman rushing in just before the doors close.

With Watches & Wonders Geneva wrapped up, it’s time to take a look at a few other important announcements besides new products.

{Portions of this article by Roberta Naas first appeared on her column on Forbes.com) With Watches & Wonders Geneva 2026 now concluded, the conversation across the watch world has shifted from anticipation to reaction—and once again, Patek Philippe sits at

At this year’s Watches & Wonders Geneva, where the industry gathers to signal its direction for the year ahead, a noticeable split emerged: many brands leaned into restraint, while a select few chose to make noise.

At Watches and Wonders Geneva this week, Armin Strom once again affirms — albeit, quietly — its commitment to aesthetics, technical advancement, resonance and innovation.

This year marks the 30th anniversary of Parmigiani Fleurier.

It isn’t every day that we devote an entire post to a new movement, but the new Vacheron Constantin Caliber 2550 deserves such space.

Long before “tool watch” became industry shorthand, Panerai was quietly crafting mission-critical instruments for the Royal Italian Navy—timepieces born of necessity, where failure was not an option.

With Watches & Wonders 2026 in full swing now, we take a look at some of the brands that really wow us.

Officially opening today, Watches and Wonders Geneva 2026 is underway.

A few years ago I was invited by Jacob & Co. to Sicily to experience the unveiling of its Godfather watch—in honor of the movie.

Independent Swiss brand Urwerk has long been known for its revolutionary technology and pioneering designs.

Rado, a dynamic Swiss watch brand known for pioneering into the world of high-tech ceramic watches nearly 40 years ago—with its first ceramic watch in 1986, followed by multiple collections thereafter—continues its pioneering spirit.

Just last week in Miami, Vacheron Constantin reopened its flagship store for that city and has created not only a watch lover’s haven, but also a place to enjoy arts and culture.

As Bell & Ross lifts the embargo on its newest release, I’m reminded of the brand’s history and purpose — one long linked to aviation and the sky.

In watchmaking, heritage is often measured in decades—or centuries.

Girard-Perregaux has long been regarded as a cutting-edge manufacture, creating the iconic Three Bridges tourbillon — a spectacle of precision, technical prowess and aesthetic beauty — as far back as the 19th century.

Officine Panerai, the Swiss-made watch brand with deep Italian roots—and the brand long associated with equipping elite Italian naval frogmen—has also been notably forward-thinking when it comes to how it introduces special watches to collectors.

Louis Vuitton has always been a brand rooted in art and craftsmanship since its founding in 1854.

This weekend, at 2:00 in the morning on Sunday March 8, we set our clocks ahead by one hour for the start of Daylight Saving Time.

Known for its refined mechanical watchmaking and its unwavering adherence to the aesthetic harmony of the golden ratio, Parmigiani Fleurier has built a reputation for understated sophistication.

In just a couple of weeks, on March 14, 2026, the 24 Karat Club of the City of New York will return its annual banquet to the Waldorf Astoria New York.

Armin Strom’s Mirrored Force Resonance has long been a benchmark for independent watchmaking—where technical innovation meets visual beauty.

I remember the year was 1998 and I was in Portugal with IWC as the brand unveiled its first Portugieser Chronograph.

Cars and watches grew up together.

Just last week, on February 17, the Chinese New Year ushered in the Year of the Fire Horse—an emblem of energy, independence and forward momentum.

About six months ago I started wearing a couple of bonded metal bangles from Metal Alchemist.

(This article by Roberta Naas first appeared in Forbes.com) One would be hard-pressed to find someone who doesn’t know the name Tiffany.

In the past few years, Parmigiani Fleurier has been quietly—and confidently—building a small empire around its Tonda PF collection.

With the Formula 1 season set to open in early March at the Grand Prix in Melbourne, the paddock is already buzzing—and not just with engine noise.