A look back at some of the biggest moments from this year’s edition of LVMH Watch Week
Bvlgari
SERPENTI TUBOGAS Bulgari
This January, Bvlgari has introduced a new automatic movement that will become the beating heartbeat of some of its Serpenti timepieces. The BVS100 Lady Solotempo Automatic Movement is crafted in-house using the Roman brand’s unrivalled expertise. Unveiled in time with the Chinese Lunar Year of the Snake, a fitting tribute, this self-winding movement heightens the hypnotic allure of Serpenti Seduttori.
These new talismans feature hours, minutes, and seconds displays, with the term “Automatic” on the dial as a nod to their mechanical sophistication. Diamond accents on the bezel underscore this technical feat, while the transparent sapphire case back reveals the mesmerising motion of the oscillating weight. Adorned with seven serpent-inspired scales, the weight symbolizes the watch’s perpetual renewal, powered by the wearer’s every movement.
Reflecting this evolutionary leap, Bvlgari has refined the sinuous contour of the Serpenti case. Its sleek, flowing curves radiate femininity, while the cabochon-cut rubellite crown offers a tactile connection to the mechanical masterpiece within. “Serpenti is more than an icon; it’s a signature,” says Fabrizio Buonamassa Stigliani, Bvlgari’s Executive Director of Watch Design.
Hublot
Big Bang MECA-10 42mm
A decade since the Big Bang MECA-10 was first introduced, Hublot presents the timepieces in a compact 42mm version with an optimised calibre and available in King Gold, Titanium and Frosted Carbon. Consisting of three linear bridges attached to the main plate, the new and improved MECA-10 is visibly different from its predecessor, with numerous evolutions. The bridges are decorated with satin-brushed surfaces and hand-polished bevels, elevating the notion of haute horlogerie in such an avant-garde and unusual movement. For each of the three different versions in King Gold, Titanium and Frosted Carbon, the movement is galvanically coloured to match the cases with 5N gold tones, metallic grey and black, respectively. True to its name, the Big Bang MECA-10 features an impressive power reserve of 10 days. What truly makes it stand out, however, is its power reserve indicator. Delivered by two mainspring barrels, the energy level of the movement can be read using a digital display that shows the power reserve as the number of days of autonomy remaining.
Big Bang Tourbillon Automatic Green SAXEM
As the first watch brand to use SAXEM in its novelties, it now presents a unique limited collection of 18 watches in a bright emerald green. This innovative creation features Hublot’s MHUB6035 automatic tourbillon manufacture calibre, entirely developed and manufactured in-house. Built with a contemporary architecture, its 22-karat gold micro-rotor is positioned on the dial side of the movement. The winding is smooth and efficient with ceramic ball bearings, allowing the movement to reach a minimum chronometric power reserve of 72 hours. With an emphasis on openness and motion, the kinetics of the micro-rotor at 12 o’clock is complemented by the 60-second tourbillon carriage at 6 o’clock. The openness of the construction is accentuated by three functional sapphire elements for the barrel bridge, automatic winding gears bridge and tourbillon barrette. Specially for the Big Bang Tourbillon Automatic Green SAXEM, the dial is tinted darker.
Spirit of Big Bang Chronograph
A trio of vibrant hues becomes a first for Hublot with the new additions to the Spirit of Big Bang collection. Three new ceramic colours, previously only available in the Big Bang line, mark 12 years of the exceptional collection. Sand Beige, Dark Green and Sky Blue editions are each limited to 200 pieces. The watches are powered by the Hublot automatic skeleton chronograph calibre HUB4700. Visible from both the open dial and sapphire display back, the movement hosts several technical innovations and advancements compared to the original from 1969, including a low-friction silicon escape wheel. Matching each of the three coloured ceramic cases in this new trio of Spirit of Big Bang Chronograph watches, the dials feature hour markers, chronograph counters and hands in a matching tone. The rubber straps, made of black rubber with a coloured central inlay, are also perfectly coordinated with the coloured ceramic cases.
Spirit of Big Bang Year of the Snake
Hublot continues its tradition of celebrating the zodiac animals of the Chinese lunisolar calendar in creative and surprising ways with the Spirit of Big Bang Year of the Snake. Limited to just 88 pieces, this impressively designed whats features an ornate rendition of the snake that extends from the dial to the case and even the strap. Striking and three-dimensional, the gold-plated snake is crafted with lifelike details that have been engraved with astounding precision thanks to the latest advancements in laser technologies. Carefully positioned as if slithering around the chronograph’s three counters, the serpent immediately catches the eye and intrigues.
TAG Heuer
TAG Heuer Carrera Date
The TAG Heuer Carrera Date has had a pastel makeover with two new feminine dials in soft purple and pink. The two 36mm models are both feminine and eye-catching with a graceful blend of sophistication. The 36mm edition dates back to the original size of the TAG Heuer Carrera’s when it first debuted, taking in the essence of the watch’s earliest design. The powdery pink edition features a sunray-brushed dial, while the lilac model has a distinctive snail-brushed dial. These two finishes allow wearers to choose between a timeless or a trend-forward look, giving each timepiece its own personality within the pastel spectrum.
TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph and Chronograph Tourbillon
The new TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph and Chronograph Tourbillon come in a vibrant purple shade that’s a first for the Carrera collection. A new smoky black-to-purple gradient dial, following the success of the TAG Heuer Monaco Chronograph in purple. Updating the iconic Glassbox design, it features a classic silhouette, legible dial and precise engineering, making it a favourite of watch lovers and collectors. The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph and TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Tourbillon give collectors a fresh perspective on the depth of the Glassbox design, with an extraordinary interplay of colour and light.
TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Glassbox Precious
The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph has been introduced in a Precious iteration. This release brings forth two stunning new designs, each blending the precision for which TAG Heuer is known for with elegance. These timepieces capture the perfect harmony of luxurious craftsmanship and dynamic energy, offering a fresh and refined interpretation of the TAG Heuer Carrera’s iconic legacy while maintaining its timeless versatility.
TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph x Chronosprint Porsche Rallye
TAG Heuer and Porsche celebrate their shared motorsport legacy with a limited-edition timepiece inspired by the first rally success of the Porsche 911 at the Monte Carlo Rally. The timepiece comes in two variations: one in steel and one in 18K 3N solid yellow gold. The steel piece is limited to 911 pieces, a special nod to the Porsche 911, a car that has forever changed the face of motorsport. The yellow gold version, for its part, is limited to 11 pieces.
TAG Heuer Formula 1 Chronograph
Blending craftsmanship with racing-inspired design, TAG Heuer launches five bold new timepieces celebrating the brand’s deep-rooted connection to motorsport, including a special collaboration with Oracle Red Bull Racing.
