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The Style Section: The Ravishing Polka-Dot Watch Box By Louis Vuitton x Yayoi Kusama
Fashion and watch lovers unite. Louis Vuitton just updated its classic coffret for the latest Kusama release.
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Fashion and watch lovers unite. Louis Vuitton just updated its classic coffret for the latest Kusama release.
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Unapologetically Louis Vuitton.
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According to the Urban Dictionary, the definition of a baller is: “A person that makes shit happen. Without additional context, ‘baller’ typically is assumed to imply demonstrated ability in generating prodigious amounts of cash money, and/or a proficiency with creating frequent and mind-blowing sexual opportunities (note the non-gender specific reference, implying that ballers can be … ContinuedThe post The 5 most baller watches from our NOW buying guide including Vacheron Constantin, Audemars Piguet, Hublot and Louis Vuitton appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Since Louis Vuitton acquired complications specialist La Fabrique du Temps (LFDT) in 2012, the trunk maker has made impressive strides in its haute horlogerie. The newly launched Tambour Curve Flying Tourbillon Poinçon de Genève encapsulates Louis Vuitton’s complicated watchmaking – confident, modern styling combined with a first-rate calibre. Granted, the Tambour Curve is pricey – US$250,000 pricey – but it is clearly catered for a specific consumer. That buyer wants an ultra-high end, contemporary, and slightly sporty watch, the type of watch found in the segment dominated by Richard Mille and Hublot. But Louis Vuitton has executed the Tambour Curve extremely well, creating an appealing – and importantly, cohesively designed – wristwatch that is more than just looks. The LV 108 movement inside was developed and made by LFDT, which is led by veteran watchmakers Michel Navas and Enrico Barbasini, both of whom I hold in very high regard. Louis Vuitton long-term strategy in developing its watchmaking – essentially do it well and expensively – is demonstrated by the quality of the Tambour Curve. The brand could have gotten away with building a so-so watch, just because it is Louis Vuitton. But it didn’t, and the Tambour Curve exhibits a notable level of attention to detail in styling and craft. CarboStratum The Tambour Curve is a big watch with a streamlined, rounded form that is almost organic. Not only is the case round, its flanks are concave, whil...
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Drake recently took to Instagram to let us know about his latest watch acquisition - a fully custom Patek Philippe Nautilus Annual Calendar Ref. 5726 that had been black DLC-coated and gem-set with dozens of emeralds. While Drake is well known for his love of the Genevan firm, this watch was special for a couple of … ContinuedThe post Drake shows us “Life is Good” with his custom Patek Philippe Nautilus designed by Louis Vuitton Artistic Director appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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When it comes to watchmaking, it’s no stretch of a hairspring to say that Michel Navas has done it all. He was a key figure at Gérald Genta in the high complications team in the boom times of the ’90s. He also worked at Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet. At Franck Muller, he masterminded the … ContinuedThe post “Instead of watching TV when I was 10 years old, I took watches apart.” Celebrating 10 years of Louis Vuitton’s Spin Time with its creator, Michel Navas appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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The Swiss-based watchmakers pick up their second major award in three years.
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Over-the-top watchmaking meets a design full of character for a showcase of the brand at its best.
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The Escale Worldtime is back with a gorgeous hand-painted dial and a tourbillon option, while the new Twin Zone tracks any two time zones, anywhere, including half-hour offsets.
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The new Tambour shows off and celebrates the hand-turned guilloché skills from La Fabrique du Temps.
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The latest expression of the line's minute repeater adds a jump hour complication.
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A century-old dialogue between discretion, design, and the absence of hands has been one of this year's rising trends.
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The group of 20 semi-finalists spans the globe, with some familiar young faces and some new names you probably haven't heard before.
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A deep dive into the mind of two unique creatives and how time shapes their process.
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The second of a five-piece limited series that started with Rexhep Rexhepi, the watch is far more than just a GMT – it's a work of art.
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The brand brings new materials and high-end gemsetting to its recently revamped Tambour line.
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A new spin on a classic, if you will.
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Referencing 100-year-old designs, LV's Convergence underlines the unification of Vuitton's watchmaking workshops.
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Craftsmanship and watchmaking come together in three new collections from LV's High Watchmaking.
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Inspired by stained glass windows and proudly displaying the Geneva Seal.
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The independent watchmaker's detent escapement wins the inaugural award.
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At the helm of LV Watches for a short time, Arnault is already making waves. Just wait until you see his collection.
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Big news out of La Fabrique du Temps as Jean Arnault and LV release a totally new take on the Tambour.
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The Voyager case goes bones and all with a brand new automatic time-only skeleton movement.
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Earlier this year, LV Director of Watches Jean Arnault teased a serious committee. Today, the names are revealed.
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