Author: Solitaire Magazine
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IWC Schaffhausen
IWC Schaffhausen launched its new Pilot’s Watches collection at the recent Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) watch show in Geneva, surrounded by some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry. A-list celebrities including Hollywood actress and brand ambassador Rosamund Pike, Hilary Swank, Christoph Waltz, Scott Eastwood, Chris Evans, and Dev Patel joined…
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SIHH 2016 Highlights
The grand masters of the watchmaking industry pulled out all the stops at the recent Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) 2016 in Geneva. A splendid synthesis of high jewellery and artful mechanics, the show highlighted exquisitely-embellished timepieces that are also big on functionality and practicality. As there can’t just be one star of…
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Cooper Hewitt Exhibition
Beauty lies in the eye of the beholder. Or does it? Find out with a stimulating experience at the Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum. With captivating exhibits by some of the world’s leading contemporary designers, the Cooper Hewitt Design Triennial exhibition returns for its fifth year this February. Entitled Beauty, this is one of…
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Bags and Chains
Epitomising the paradox of life, the chain has been a symbol of both eternal love and human suffering. Gold jewellery adorned the necks of kings and leaders and expressed enduring human affection, while metal balls and chains inflicted pain and misery among prisoners. Today, the chain is a perennial and classic feature in jewellery and…
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AP Millenary
After surviving two world wars, the 1930s stock market crash, and the 1970s ‘quartz crisis’, Audemars Piguet has retained its status as one of the world’s most iconic horological brands. By continuously innovating, honouring tradition, and dedicating itself to quality craftsmanship, its timepieces have become symbols of the finest level of watchmaking, with complicated movements,…
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Montblanc SIHH Gala Dinner
Montblanc hosted a VIP cocktail party and dinner at the historic Hotel des Eaux-Vives at this year’s SIHH in Geneva. Brand ambassadors Hugh Jackman, Charlotte Casraghi, and Guey Lun Mei joined friends and family of Montblanc in the celebration. The décor featured a display of model ships, reminiscent of the Atlantic crossing, inspired by the…
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JLC 85th Anniversary
Ever since the creation of the Reverso watch in 1931, the world of polo has been closely affiliated with Jaeger-LeCoultre. Now in its 85th year, Jaeger-LeCoultre hosted an exclusive dinner last December at Palacio Sans Souci in Buenos Aires, ahead of the 122nd Argentine Polo Open. As the event’s official sponsor and timekeeper for the…
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V’Day Gifts for Him
Valentine’s gift-giving can be arduous. Take heed and celebrate your other half with a little something he won’t see coming. We’ve listed a few of our picks that celebrate both style and functionality for the special man in your life.
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Decorative Timepieces
Moving away from the familiar diamonds on the bezel, top end watch makers have started producing distinctive timepieces that transcend standard designs and internal intricacy. Some of the most respected names in watchmaking now offer high complications paired with decorative techniques. This includes enamelling, open-working, and gem setting in never-before-seen prowess and proficiency. Here are…
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Clutches & Cocktail Rings
The parties continue in 2016. For work, dress up in anticipation of last-minute invites. Few things will ruin a perfectly put-together cocktail ensemble more than an oversized work bag. Instead, invest in a glam clutch that is easily stashed away in the office drawer, ready for impromptu after-work parties. From classic whites and fancy golds…
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If These Jewels Could Talk
Relationships are built on communication, trust, and love. They are two-way streets and not just limited to interactions between people. When we hanker after objects of desire, a specific colour, a simple accessory ― or piece of jewellery ― it is partly an expression of our identity. A facet of our relationship with the world…
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Baume & Mercier
Baume & Mercier celebrated its 185th anniversary last December with an exclusive cocktail party held at the W Hotel in Beijing. A press conference was held to announce Chinese actor and singer Chen Kun as the brand’s new international ambassador. To commemorate the partnership, Mr Alain Zimmerman, CEO of Baume & Mercier, presented the actor…