World  Watch Report 2010, a market study deciphering the online demand for 25 luxury watch brands, has some startling findings related to emerging markets and social networking.

The report’s sixth edition, compiled by luxury digital marketing firm IC-Agency with support from Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie and watch magazine Europa Star, has said that demand for luxury brands has upped by 14 per cent in 2009, despite recession.

What’s more? It says emerging markets make up 12% of global demand for luxury watches on Internet. Throwing light on the all growing might of internet, it says Facebook has become the biggest online community for watch fans, with over 300,000 declared fans. Hublot is the most popular brand on Facebook with 56,000 fans.

The survey covers 10 key markets, including emerging ones such as Brazil, Russia, India and China. This is besides the   top export markets of US, Japan, the UK, Italy, France and Germany.  Sachin Tendulkar leads the ranking of the most searched for luxury watch brand ambassadors in the study, adding India to its scope. Fifty five per cent of the searches concern the Indian cricket player, pushing the 2008 number one Jaeger-LeCoultre and actress Diane Kruger to second place.

In coming years, it is likely other ambassadors from emerging markets challenge Hollywood actors and renowned athletes, the report said.

Via: Moodie Report

The most romantic day of the year is upon us and in the spirit of Valentine’s Day, the renowned Swiss watch manufacturer, Blancpain has introduced the most stunning piece of exquisite art, a wrist watch that would make thrill a woman’s senses. The Valentine’s Day 2010 edition watch is one of the prettiest and most unique luxury watches, as the time piece has been given a border that comprises of over 500 precious stones. The dial of the watch is made entirely from pearls, surrounded by breath taking pink sapphires, and the middle of the dial has a heart shaped resemblance.

The pin buckle of the Valentine’s Day 2010 watch is fashioned from pear-shaped pink sapphire, while the 12′o clock is resembled by a diamond. As of now, the price of this exquisite watch hasn’t been disclosed, but what has been made clear is that only 14 of these magnificent watches will be made.

According to Marc A. Hayek (CEO, Blancpain),

“The watch design is rather revolutionary… a little bit crazy, a bit of an adventurer. We have always tried to be different, to become more innovative, to try things that have not been tried or been achieved in the past.”

The statement clearly reflects upon the new highly creative path taken by the Swizz watch maker, that has for the last 250 years, been walking on a rather conventional path. The average price Blancpain watch is usually between the range of $20,000 and $1,00,000 and with this fabulous one of a kind design Valentine’s Day edition watch, the price of the watch could be even more than any one could fathom. But then again, what are a few dollars, when it comes to the smile of your sweetheart!

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Ever since the introduction of the Flying Triple Axis Tourbillon watch, Mr. Thomas Prescher has been known as the master watchmaker, the one who creates exquisite masterpieces of time and since then, he has given us some of the most unique and stylish and unique watches that simply take our breath away.

Recently, Mr. Prescher was asked to create a watch of craftsmanship honoring the nation of Qatar and thus the Tempusvivendi Qatar Watch was born. Designed and developed at his workshop in Switzerland, this one of a kind piece of mastery is features a 39mm watch case, with Qatar’s national symbol, Coat of Arms depicting two crossed swords in a yellow circle. The functions of the watch are depicted the Coat of Arms, where the swords represent the hands of the watch. The intricacy of the work on this watch is exemplified by the fact that, the two sword hands of the watch jump back to their original positions after completing their index cycle.

The Tempusvivendi collection of watches can be traced back to the 19th century and since the then the tradition of creating masterpieces of time has been in full swing. The Tempusvivendi collection represents an artist’s innovation and creativity, all the while mainlining the true function of the watch, to tell time.

Via A Blog To Read

Guys and watches, there is some connection there that is almost instinctive and passed on from generation to generation. While men generally do not bother about shopping and heavily accessorizing, when it comes to the case of wristgear, almost everyone is a fanatic. The A. Lange & Sohne Zeitwerk watch turned heads and made hearts ‘tick a beat’ when it was first announced and true to its phenomenal quality and ravishing style it has bagged the prestigious Golden Hand award at the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève this year. A proud moment for any watch maker, this could have only further cemented the Zeitwerk in the hearts of millions who already rate A. Lange & Sohne very highly.
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Luxury watches are not just a statement of style but define you taste and announce your presence to the world in silent eloquence. While there are scores of such supposedly ‘special’ ones in the market today, none match the sheer audacity, perfection and brilliance of Chapter Two. Not only is this extravagant accessory a masterpiece crafted by three of the world’s finest watchmakers in the form of Mr. Daniel Roth, Mr. Roger Dubuis, and Mr. Peter Speake-Marin, the world’s very first unabbreviated triple calendar mechanical wristwatch is just such an audacious piece which is designed to help you stand out from the crowd.
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Watches have been used to just to tell the time but are a declaration of a person’s status and fashion sense. Rolex watches have always been associated with fine watch making, to the point that the name has become synonymous with high class watches.

Unveiling the 2009 collection, Rolex reveals the Rolex Datejust 36mm. The simple steel watches with white gold bezel carry a fine elegance that is as simplistic as it is elegant. Also available with yellow gold bezels, the Datejust 36mm is named so because of the 36mm case that has a background in lush soft pink, silently declaring ‘lady’. A design of stars and flowers splatter it showing two big and bold hours that contrast with the date and Rolex logo at the 12th hour position.

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Vincent Calabrese is an independent watchmaker who is known for his sophisticated products and stylish watches. He works on the Blancpain now but it was Corum that made him not only famous but legendary. His Golden Bridge watch was the result of his association with Corum. Now there is a new version of this breath taking watch and comes with a manual winding calibre CO113.

Its plates and lone bridge are made of 18 carat gold and the bridge looks almost royal with all that gold and satin. This is a titanium watch and features satin surface as usual. There is also a sapphire crystal and comes with 40 hours of power reserve. Only 188 pieces of these beautiful watches will ever be launched.

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