Press Release: The Hour Glass Proudly Presents The First Rolex Daytona Exhibition In Singapore.

The Hour Glass and Rolex debuted the Rolex Daytona Exhibition for the first time in Singapore, exclusively at VivoCity Central Court B from 4thto 9th October 2016. The exhibition retraced the evolution of the iconic Cosmograph Daytona through a series of panels and interactive displays, while also showcasing the new Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona in 904L steel fitted with a Monobloc Cerachrom bezel in black ceramic. Over 5,000 visitors came to view the exhibition over the course of 6 days, an impressive number which shows the strong prestige that Rolex continues to uphold.

Channel News Asia: Lux Asia interviewed Richard Mille.

Stumbled upon this interesting program on Channel News Asia that featured an interview with Richard Mille!

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Event Report: MB&F HM8 Launch In Singapore.

Maximilian Busser was in Singapore recently to launch his latest avant-garde creation, the HM8 ‘Can-Am’. This watch was inspired by the Canadian-American Challenge Cup - a sports car racing series running from 1966 to 1987. Luxury watch retailer, The Hour Glass, hosted a preview lunch for journalists to learn more about the history of the Can-Am race and to get a feel of the watch that was inspired by it. A dinner was also held for Max to meet with MB&F collectors and to share his story behind the creation of the watch.

Press Release Breitling: Chronomat 44 Blacksteel Special Edition.

An exceptional chronograph

A black steel case, yellow dial, tried and trusted sturdiness and a high-performance Breitling Manufacture movement: the Chronomat 44 Blacksteel Special Edition by Breitling is the epitome of boldness.

Press Release Blancpain - New Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe Flyback Chronograph Blancpain Ocean Commitment II

Blancpain Ocean Commitment 2014-2016 Increased impact and a new limited edition

Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe Flyback Chronograph Blancpain Ocean Commitment II (BOC II) Ref. 5200-0310-G52A

Blancpain’s commitment to the underwater world took on a new dimension in 2014 with the collaborative gathering of all its partnerships in the realm of ocean exploration and preservation under the label Blancpain Ocean Commitment, as well as with the launch of the first series of Ocean Commitment limited edition watches. Today, two years, ten expeditions and three million square kilometers of protected ocean later, Blancpain reconfirms its commitment with the launch of a new all-blue limited edition.

Press Release: Golden Bridge Round Tourbillon Five Unique Pieces.

GOLDEN BRIDGE ROUND TOURBILLON FIVE UNIQUE PIECES FOR A DAZZLING BEJEWELLED CHOREOGRAPHY

In a striking spectacle of precious stones, Corum’s iconic Golden Bridge forms five unique pieces housed within its new round case. Each exceptional model is fitted with a baguette-shaped tourbillon movement with decoration inspired by San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge, and is marked out by 204 sparkling jewels: diamonds, sapphires and rubies! Corum’s legendary baguette-shaped Golden Bridge movement has embodied the Swiss brand’s Fine Watchmaking expertise and avant-garde spirit since 1980. One of a kind, it has been enhanced in recent years by transparent sapphire in a tonneau shaped case. But, for the first time in its existence, this delicate calibre achieves the technical feat of combining its vertical movement with a round shape. Rectangular and circular, and micro and macro come together in this model, designed to be a bridge between two fields of excellence – watchmaking and architecture.

Press Release: Vacheron Constantin Pre-SIHH 2017

In preview mode ahead of the SIHH 2017, Vacheron Constantin is unveiling the Traditionnelle minute repeater tourbillon, an exceptional striking watch. This finely crafted model is enriching the Traditionnelle line, dedicated to a supremely demanding exercise of the watchmaking art inherited from the finest 18th century traditions. Its original Manufacture movement – Caliber 2755 TMR – combines two major horological complications: the minute repeater and the tourbillon. This exclusive timepiece comes in a choice of pink gold and platinum versions. Certified by the prestigious Hallmark of Geneva, the Traditionnelle minute repeater tourbillon meets the highest standards criteria of craftsmanship and reliability.

Unveiled ahead of the SIHH 2017, the Patrimony moon phase and retrograde date is an invitation to raise our gaze skywards. This new timepiece, with its pure lines typical of the Patrimony collection, features a dial on which the cycle and age of the moon are reproduced on a display that will require no corrections for 122 years. Vacheron Constantin is combining this elegant complication with a retrograde date indication, graduated from 1 to 31 across the upper dial arc. Equipped with a Manufacture movement, the Patrimony moon phase and retrograde date is certified by the prestigious Hallmark of Geneva, a sure token of excellence.

Press Release: New Audemars Piguet Museum.

Le Brassus, 3 October 2016: Start of work – In 2014, Audemars Piguet announced the results of an ambitious architectural contest for the extension of its museum, a project known as the “Maison des Fondateurs”. The winning design, submitted by the Danish architectural firm BIG (Bjarke Ingels Group), takes the form of a spiral emerging from the ground. Its walls are made entirely of curved glass and it is linked to the older Audemars Piguet building which was the original Audemars family home.

Press Release: Horological Machine N°8 ‘Can-Am’

 MB&F introduces the Horological Machine N°8 ‘Can-Am’

27 SEPTEMBER 2016, SINGAPORE – Horological Machine N°8 (HM8) infuses the distinctive angular form and optical prism displays with the high-octane Can-Am race car-inspired design – generating an exquisitely sculptured, high-speed wrist-borne fantasy.

Event Report: Newly Designed Rolex Boutique Opened In Singapore.

Rolex and Cortina Watch opened a huge boutique at Marina Square earlier this month. With a retail space of around 513 square metres, it is the largest Rolex boutique in South East Asia. More than 300 guests and journalists were invited to celebrate this special occasion.

Press Release: The Hour Glass and Hublot celebrate the launch of the Ladies’ Big Bang One Click...

The Hour Glass and Hublot celebrate the launch of the Ladies’ Big Bang One Click collection over a stylish afternoon tea session.

The Hour Glass hosted an intimate afternoon tea session to celebrate the launch of the Ladies’ Big Bang One Click collection at Tea Bone Zen Mind on 3rd September 2016.

  

30 lucky ladies were treated to a personal shopping experience, where they got to try on a variety of Hublot Big Bang One Click watches, customized with their numerous options of strap accompaniments. Guests also got to indulge in custom blended teas and complementary snacks, bringing to life Hublot’s classic Art of Fusion in expertly combining all sensory appeal into one delectable experience.

Which Big Bang are you? Elegant, modern, sporty, relaxed, chic, understated, sublime, magnetic, irresistible. These are just some of the adjectives and states of mind that the multifaceted and creative style of the new Big Bang One Click 39 mm evokes.

Big Bang One Click 39 mm

The now iconic Big Bang 39 mm – designed for women with a stone-set bezel and no chronograph – elegantly adopts the design codes of its male alter ego, the Big Bang Unico launched in 2013. The screws, crown, indices and numerals have all been restyled. Tauter lines, giving a more resolute character. As a testament to its versatility, it is paired with the One Click strap - the patented attachment system which allows the strap to be changed quickly and easily. The Big Bang One Click 39 mm has now added interchangeability to its bounty.

Eight different faces for an infinite choice of styles. Its 39 mm case is available in Hublot gold – King Gold – or steel. To match the stone-set bezel, the pavé version of the case is also set with diamonds. For the classical version, a black or white dial, or orange, rose, purple, apple green in its Pop Art version, is adorned with appliqués and numerals which are illuminated by their Super Luminova® coating. Another new feature is the addition of the HUB1710 automatic manufacture movement with the date at 3 o'clock. At its heart, the movement beats at 28,800 vibrations per hour, with a power reserve of 50 consecutive hours. For this initial release, the Big Bang One Click sports a lined and structured natural rubber strap, in a colour to match its dial, while the Big Bang Pop Art One Click sports a choice of 3 various straps. 

For 10 years, the Big Bang collection has proved that it suits every style. Pop art, Tutti Frutti, Denim, Embroidery. From the dressiest outfits to the most understated, from the highly glamorous to sports chic, the Big Bang provides the perfect accessory. Your status as a fashion icon is now confirmed with the One Click straps on the Big Bang 39 mm. Materials, styles and shades, the "it Big Bang" will match every mood and every outfit. Feminine, classy, rock chick, glam, boho or chic. Day or night, in any scenario, it is transformed into a fashion must-have.

Photo Essay: Congrats to Nico Rosberg !

Thanks to the kind invitations from IWC and TAG Heuer, I was able to capture shots of Nico Rosberg and Daniel Ricciardo up close during the meet and greet sessions before the race! Nico was the champ and Daniel came in second. Glad to share these with my readers.

Press Release IWC: Nico Rosberg's Public Appearance At ION ORCHARD / IWC SCHAFFHAUSEN

At the invitation of IWC Schaffhausen, Mercedes-Benz and HUGO BOSS, MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS Formula One™ driver and official IWC Schaffhausen brand ambassador Nico Rosberg made a public appearance at ION Orchard in Singapore, delighting over 250 fans and guests

Press Release: The TAG Heuer Family Fire Up An Evening Of Glitz and Entertainment in the heart of Singapore

SINGAPORE, 14th September 2016 – TAG Heuer rocks the crowd with an exclusive pre-F1 showcase featuring two of the biggest stars in the pop and rock arenas with a mini outdoor concert at ION Orchard two days prior to the race.

Press Release: TAG Heuer FORMULA 1 Red Bull Racing Team Watches

Two special series in honour of the famously unconventional Formula 1 team

Press Release: EVE MK II by Bandit9, Exclusively at the M.A.D.Gallery

“Riding is a form of meditation for me. I’m at peace when I’m on a motorcycle. My focus is directed toward the road and nothing else. I can’t think of anything else I do that requires my complete attention on the present.” – Daryl Villanueva, “The Bandit Chief” at Bandit9. 

Press Release IWC : The Formular One™ Singapore GP Gears Up With Appearances Of Lewis Hamilton And Nico Rosberg

MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS Formula One™ Driving Team © Mercedes-Benz Singapore

At the invitation of IWC Schaffhausen, Mercedes-Benz and HUGO BOSS, MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS Formula One™ drivers and official IWC Schaffhausen brand ambassadors, Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg, will make public appearances in Singapore in the week leading up to the Formula One™ Singapore Grand Prix 2016 in September 2016 at Marina Bay Sands and ION Orchard respectively.

© Mercedes-Benz Grand Prix Ltd.

From 10 September 2016 onwards, leading up to the Singapore Grand Prix weekend, there will be a special F1 racing simulator set up at The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, where members of the public are invited to challenge the race lap time set by the 2016 Formula One™ champion Lewis Hamilton.

Lewis Hamilton will make an exclusive appearance at Marina Bay Sands on 14 September 2016, where he will set his race lap time, and also meet members of the public in a Q&A session.

The F1 racing simulator will be located next to the IWC Schaffhausen boutique on B1 level of The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, and will be open to the public from 10am to 10pm daily. The challenge will conclude on 18 September 2016, with the last lap time entry recorded at 6pm. The winning race lap time will win exclusive F1 merchandise signed by Lewis Hamilton.

Joining Lewis Hamilton and the racing simulator will be the Mercedes-AMG GT on display on Level 1, guaranteed to raise excitement on the ground with its masculine design and unbridled power. There will also be a showcase by HUGO BOSS which will highlight the brand’s signature tailoring and its long-standing support for Formula One.

Mercedes-AMG GT S, the official safety car of the 2016 FIA Formula One™ World Championships, which will be on display at ION Orchard at the MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS Formula One™ Team Garage © Mercedes-Benz Singapore

In tandem, also commencing on 10 September 2016, there will be a full scale replica of the MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS Formula One™ Team garage at the Atrium of ION Orchard. This unique showcase of engineering excellence will be the first of its kind, and will allow members of the public to experience what goes behind the scenes of the racing team and get up-close with the dynamic Mercedes-AMG GT S, which is also the Official Safety Car of the 2016 FIA Formula One™ World Championship from 10 to 18 September 2016, from 10am to 10pm daily.

Nico Rosberg will make an exclusive public appearance at this garage showcase on 15 September 2016, where he will engage in a public Q&A session. The public will also be invited to participate in an on-site contest, to guess Nico Rosberg’s race day fastest lap time. Entries must be submitted on-site at the garage showcase before 10pm on Saturday, 17 September 2016.

IWC Schaffhausen is the Official Engineering Partner of the MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS Formula One™ Team, a partnership that has been in place since 2013. In the same year, MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS Formula One™ drivers, Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg, embarked on their official appointments as IWC brand ambassadors, further cementing the partnership between the luxury watch manufacturer and the racing team.

Event Report: Omega launched the Planet Ocean "Deep Black".

Two weeks ago, Omega held an exhibition to launch the Planet Ocean “Deep Black” collection at ION Orchard. The exhibition was held at ION Art, an exhibition space in the shopping mall. Omega invited members of the media, customers and collectors to this special exhibition held over two days. I was present at the luncheon and would like to share with you the highlights.

Event Report: Audemars Piguet latest space in The Hour Glass.

Sharing my photos taken at the recent opening of Audemars Piguet's retail space in The Hour Glass Paragon. Details of the press release here.. Press Release

A spacious layout inside the shop.

 Vintage AP timepieces on display.

Press Release: Audemars Piguet And The Hour Glass Redefine Luxury Retail Experience.

SINGAPORE, 18 AUGUST 2016 - Audemars Piguet’s latest space is located in The Hour Glass at Paragon, Singapore. The shop-in-shop showcases an original Audemars Piguet concept design that captures over 140-years of the brand’s core values: origins, artistry, and extraordinary relationship. The blend of wood, metal and idyllic landscapes of Le Brassus immerses clients in the Vallée de Joux in Switzerland, birthplace of Audemars Piguet. This new space also commemorates over 30 years of The Hour Glass’s illustrious partnership with Audemars Piguet, one of the world’s oldest luxury watch manufacturer.