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Lebanese designer Charbel Karam reimagines the classical silhouette in his Rebirth of Light collection Renewed elegance illuminated by light Hope and renewal are not merely reflections of light; they are a celebration of it as a transformative force. In Rebirth of Light, Charbel Karam reshapes classical fashion through a contemporary lens, offering the modern woman a presence that transcends the moment while surrounding her with a distinctive radiance for Spring Summer 2026. The dual inspirations behind the collection extend beyond the idea of light as reflection, as they trace a new narrative of light in all its states and aesthetics, from sunrise to sunset. This transition unfolds through a regal palette where luminous gold evokes the brilliance of dawn and warm bronze reflects the serenity of dusk. Between these two moments lies a spectrum of beige tones that gradually soften into nude shades, harmonized with accents of burgundy and blue grey, creating a composition that moves effortlessly between quiet refinement and glowing intensity. Comprising 39 designs, the collection flows with refined femininity. Silhouettes move between body skimming A line cuts that enhance allure and fluid flared shapes that offer freedom of movement. The designs include long evening gowns alongside two-piece ensembles, where dresses are paired with open coats or capes, and sculpted corsets meet skirts that express softness and grace. In Rebirth of Light, Charbel Karam redefines classical taste with a modern sensibility, addressing a woman of elegance and presence who chooses what reflects her identity rather than what trends impose. While remaining faithful to the classical school, he evokes timeless sophistication by drawing inspiration from the legacy of iconic maisons such as Valentino, creating garments intended for meaningful occasions instead of fleeting runway moments. The spirit of the collection is elevated through lightweight fabrics that feel alive, including chiffon, mousseline and silk blends. Fiber structures appear in the two-piece designs, particularly in capes, introducing an architectural dimension that balances softness with strength. The concept of light’s birth and radiance is further expressed through intricate embroidery inspired by luminous rays. Radiating lines intersect and disperse like sunbeams, translated into transparent crystals and sequins that mirror the movement and reflection of light, allowing each piece to appear as if it captures and reinterprets its glow. With this luminous beginning, Charbel Karam signals a new chapter as he prepares to unveil a dedicated bridal collection that extends the dream and celebrates light in its most exquisite form.  The little black dress continues its reinvention. Both a signature and a manifesto, the double C spans through silhouettes perpetually in motion, from fluttering silk foulard ensembles and rustling raffia skirts, to washed cotton canvas suiting. The salon slips into the beach. Cruise 2026/27 collection Matthieu Blazy for CHANEL
See more at https://chanel.com/-YB-cruise26-27_RTW  Words Prof. Manuel Freire-Garabal A century before “statement pieces” became a marketing category, Omega had already created one. The brand’s whimsical playing‑cards “joker” pocket watch, produced around the turn of the twentieth century, is a striking reminder that even in the age of frock coats and silver chains, watchmaking could smile. A Joker at the Table of Early Omega In the late 1890s and early 1900s, Omega was building its reputation on robust, industrially produced movements and clear, legible dials. Against this backdrop, a pocket watch whose face is filled with playing cards and a joker figure feels almost subversive. Instead of austere enamel numerals and railway‑track minutes, the dial becomes a miniature gaming table, inviting the wearer into a scene of chance and entertainment. The effect is disarming. Seen in the metal, the watch looks less like a sober instrument and more like a finely made toy for adults, conceived for café society, card rooms and collectors of curiosities. It hints at evenings of bridge and poker, at private clubs where laughter and strategy shared equal footing. Long before the age of cross‑brand collaborations and character dials, Omega was already experimenting with narrative watch faces that told a story at a glance. Mechanics Behind the Whimsy Lift the caseback, however, and the mood shifts. The movement inside follows the same philosophy as Omega’s more conventional pieces of the era: solid architecture, precise finishing, and reliability as the guiding principle. Bridges and gear train are laid out with clarity, with an emphasis on serviceability rather than ostentation. The balance between mechanical seriousness and visual irreverence is what gives the watch its enduring charm. That duality also places the piece firmly within a broader historical current. Around 1900, decorative arts were undergoing a transition from late‑nineteenth‑century flourish toward the stylised forms that would culminate in Art Deco. The watch’s dial, with its theatrical joker and graphic card motifs, lives at this crossroads, bridging the world of traditional pocket watches and the emerging taste for bolder, more narrative design. A Spanish Provenance with Personality If the front and the movement tell one story, the watch’s recent journey through collectors’ hands adds another. This particular example comes from the collection of Pablo Vázquez, a close friend of the current owner and a respected figure in the world of vintage watches. Vázquez acquired the piece from a private collector at a market in Asturias, in northern Spain, a setting that suits the watch’s slightly bohemian character. Known among insiders as a uniquely talented hunter of rare timepieces, Pablo has built a reputation for discovering some of the most distinctive Omega watches on the market, including several unique or scarcely documented examples. His eye tends to gravitate toward pieces that sit just outside the mainstream, where historical interest and aesthetic eccentricity overlap. That the joker Omega passed through his hands before entering its present collection adds an additional layer of personality and provenance, turning an already unusual object into a watch with a story and a cast of characters. Why It Matters Today For contemporary collectors used to the deliberate theatrics of modern independent watchmaking, the playing‑cards Omega offers an intriguing precedent. Many of the themes that dominate current discourse—narrative dials, playful complications, limited‑run curiosities—are present here in embryonic form more than a century earlier. It suggests that the appetite for watches that double as conversation pieces is not a recent invention but a recurring thread running through horological history. In a market where rarity is often quantified by production numbers alone, this watch reminds us that true distinctiveness can also come from attitude. The joker Omega is not merely an early Omega pocket watch with an unusual dial; it is a snapshot of a moment when a serious manufacture allowed itself a wink, captured in silver and enamel. Between its mechanical roots, its theatrical face and its passage through the hands of a discerning Spanish collector, it stands as proof that sometimes the most memorable complication is character itself. Shin Ohno, for his creation “Fuyu-Geshiki”  From left to right: Michael Tay, Shin Ohno and François-Paul Journe. Since 2015, the Young Talent Competition allows discovering the next generation of most talented young watchmakers in the world, supports them in their route to independence by identifying their achievements and putting them under the spotlight. F.P.Journe organises the Young Talent Competition with the support of The Hour Glass, luxury watch retailer in the Asia Pacific region. Both Maisons aim to perpetuate and support the art of haute horology and cultivate the appreciation of extensive horological craftsmanship. The selection criteria are based on technical achievement, the search for complexity in their realisation, the quality of craftsmanship as well as their sense of design and aesthetics. Applicants must have independently designed and created a timepiece or an horological construction. The Young Talent Competition winner receives a diploma and a CHF 50,000.- grant from The Hour Glass and F.P.Journe, which will allow him to purchase watchmaking tools or finance an horological project. Shin Ohno, 27, a graduate of the National Institute of Technology, Toyota College in Japan, won the 2026 edition with his creation, “Fuyu-Geshiki”. He received his prize from Michael Tay, Managing Director of The Hour Glass, and François-Paul Journe during a reception at the Manufacture, in the presence of jury members and former winners who came to support him and share their experiences. Inspired by the winter landscape of Nagano, his piece brings together a grande and petite sonnerie, a quarter repeater and a tourbillon. Shin Ohno personally carried out the entire development process, from designing the movement to manufacturing the components in his workshop, without using a base movement. The strength of this creation lies as much in its high level of technical demand as in the clarity of its intention, expressed through the architecture of the movement, the work on the acoustics, and the care devoted to the materials and finishes. The jury of the Young Talent Competition 2026 is composed of key personalities from the international horological scene: Andreas Strehler, Giulio Papi, Marc Jenni, Michael Tay, Elizabeth Doerr and François-Paul Journe. Fuyu-Geshiki (Winter landscape)  VANGUART TRANSFORMS ITS HIGH-CONCEPT ORB FLYING TOURBILLON INTO A DAILY-WEARER WITH BOLD FLASHES OF COLOURED CERAMIC  Louis Vuitton unveils new Objets Nomades collections and iconic trunks in an exhibition that celebrates Art Deco and contemporary design   As of today, after opening ceremony held at la Scala opera house, the Salone del Mobile.Milano is named an Ambassador for Italian Design Worldwide. The designation forms part of the initiative promoted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to bolster the tools of economic and cultural diplomacy and to support, including through design, the promotion of the Italian system on the international markets. The opening ceremony also provided an opportunity for the signing of the MAECI-FederlegnoArredo Framework Agreement, aimed at promoting and supporting initiatives to strengthen the international profile of Italian design. This partnership marks the start of a new phase of collaboration between Salone del Mobile.Milano and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation in the field of internationalisation, confirming the event’s role as a platform for promoting Italian excellence and as a tool for economic and cultural diplomacy. This role is geared to strengthening Italy’s global image as a nation that combines creativity, quality, innovation and industrial prowess.  A JOURNEY THROUGH NATURE
In few days Chaumet will unveil new collection of Haute Joaillerie titled A Journey Through Nature. Apo Nattawin Wattanagitiphat, known as Apo, is back again in Geneva, as the actor made headlines as Piaget's global ambassador after attending the Watches & Wonders Geneva private event on 14th April. See more on piaget.com.  Written by Raquel Elena Hernandez Diaz
The Emergence of La Panthèr In the refined universe of Cartier, few symbols possess the depth, allure, and permanence of the panther. More than a decorative motif, it is a signature, an emblem of power, sensuality, and cultivated elegance. At the heart of this enduring icon lies the remarkable figure of Jeanne Toussaint, the visionary woman who transformed a simple design into one of the most recognizable identities in the history of high jewelry. Born in Belgium in 1887, Toussaint rose to prominence in Parisian society not only for her refined taste but for her independent spirit. Her encounter with Louis Cartier marked the beginning of an extraordinary creative partnership. By the 1930s, she had become the director of Cartier’s high jewelry, bringing in a new era defined by boldness and modern femininity. A vision both fierce and refined It was under Toussaint’s direction that the panther evolved from a stylized pattern into a living presence. No longer confined to abstract suggestion, the animal emerged in three-dimensional form, muscular, poised, and undeniably alive. Toussaint understood instinctively that the panther embodied a duality central to Cartier’s aesthetic: strength and grace, audacity and restraint. Through the meticulous use of diamonds, onyx, emeralds, and sculpted gold, each creation became a study in movement and character. The panther did not merely adorn the wearer, it accompanied her, an extension of her presence. Jane Toussaint, the woman behind the myth Nicknamed “La Panthère” herself, Jeanne Toussaint was as enigmatic and captivating as the symbol she immortalized. Her personal style—at once daring and impeccably refined—challenged the conventions of her time. In an era when femininity was often narrowly defined, Toussaint proposed a new archetype: a woman who was elegant yet commanding, discreet yet powerful. Her creations found devoted admirers among the most influential women of the 20th century. Among them, Wallis Simpson, whose celebrated panther jewels exemplified the motif’s bold sophistication. Through such patrons, the panther became not only a design but a statement of identity, an intimate reflection of strength and individuality. An Enduring Legacy The legacy of Jeanne Toussaint endures in every Cartier panther that continues to captivate the world today. Decades have passed, yet the symbol remains untouched by time, constantly reinterpreted, yet never diminished. In the language of luxury, where heritage and innovation must coexist, the panther stands as a rare achievement: a creation that transcends ornament to become myth. It is the embodiment of a vision, one woman’s vision, of elegance not as fragility, but as power refined. To wear the Cartier panther is to participate in this legacy. It is to embrace a quiet authority, a cultivated confidence, and a timeless allure that, much like Jeanne Toussaint herself, can never be forgotten.  (WWGF/KEYSTONE/Cyril Zingaro)
The official inauguration of Watches and Wonders Geneva 2026 took place on Tuesday, April 14 at 11:30 a.m. in the Palexpo auditorium, in the presence of political authorities from the City and Canton of Geneva, representatives of the economic community, and executives from the 65 exhibiting brands. Nearly 300 guests - including Geneva authorities, official representatives, international journalists, partners, and service providers involved in staging the event - attended the ceremony marking the launch of the 2026 edition. The ceremony opened with an address by Cyrille VIGNERON, President of Watches and Wonders Geneva Foundation, organizer of the event. He reaffirmed Geneva’s status as the world capital of watchmaking and highlighted the role of Watches and Wonders Geneva as a cultural actor, “a culture that needs to be nurtured, transmitted and transformed in order to keep it alive.” He added: “The Salon is as a platform that balances with competition and cooperation.” The State Councillor, Nathalie FONTANET, in charge of the Department of Finance, Human Resources and External Affairs, used her address to highlight the event’s growing international reach and the strength of Geneva’s watchmaking ecosystem, which combines heritage, innovation and resilience in an uncertain global environment. “This unique concentration of skills, expertise and innovation constitutes an unrivalled advantage, recognised far beyond our borders”. She added: “Far more than just a showcase, it is a true hub for exchange, encounters and forward-thinking. It is here that tomorrow’s trends take shape, perspectives are shared, ideas are exchanged and ambitions are forged.” The ceremony concluded with a ribbon-cutting, bringing together on-stage public authorities and executives from the 65 brands participating in this new edition. Distinguished Guests Present Ana ROCH, President of the Parliament of the Canton of Geneva Helene BUDLIGER ARTIEDA, State Secretary, State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) Alfonso GOMEZ, Mayor of the City of Geneva Marjorie DE CHASTONAY, Executive Council Member of the City of Geneva Laurent JIMAJA, Mayor of the municipality of Grand-Saconnex Michel POMATTO. Executive Council Member of the municipality of Grand-Saconnex Valérie ISSOT-BUCHOUX, Executive Council Member of the municipality of Grand-Saconnex Carole STUDER, President of the municipal Council of Grand-Saconnex Philippe RICHARD, Secretary General of the Department of Economy, Innovation, Employment and Heritage (Vaud) François LONGCHAMP, Chairman of Palexpo Claude MEMBREZ, CEO of Palexpo Matthieu HUMAIR, CEO of the Watches and Wonders Geneva Foundation, Members of the board of the Watches and Wonders Geneva Foundation Members of the Exhibiting Committee of Watches and Wonders Geneva and CEOs of the 65 Exhibiting Brands were present. EXHIBITING BRANDS A. LANGE & SÖHNE | ALPINA | ANGELUS | ARMIN STROM | ARNOLD & SON | ARTYA GENEVE | AUDEMARS PIGUET | BAUME & MERCIER | BEHRENS | BIANCHET | BREMONT | B.R.M CHRONOGRAPHES | BVLGARI | CARTIER | CHANEL | CHARLES GIRARDIER | CHARRIOL | CHOPARD | CHRISTIAAN VAN DER KLAAUW | CHRONOSWISS | CORUM | CREDOR | CYRUS GENÈVE | CZAPEK & CIE | EBERHARD & CO. | FAVRE LEUBA | FERDINAND BERTHOUD | FREDERIQUE CONSTANT | GENUS | GERALD CHARLES | GRAND SEIKO | GRÖNEFELD | HAUTLENCE | HERMÈS | H. MOSER & CIE. | HUBLOT | IWC SCHAFFHAUSEN | JAEGER-LECOULTRE | KROSS STUDIO | LAURENT FERRIER | L'EPEE 1839 | LOUIS MOINET | MARCH LA.B | NOMOS GLASHÜTTE | NORQAIN | ORIS | PANERAI | PARMIGIANI FLEURIER | PATEK PHILIPPE | PEQUIGNET | PIAGET | RAYMOND WEIL | RESSENCE | ROGER DUBUIS | ROLEX | RUDIS SYLVA | SINN SPEZIALUHREN | TAG HEUER | TRILOBE | TUDOR | U-BOAT | ULYSSE NARDIN | VACHERON CONSTANTIN | VAN CLEEF & ARPELS | ZENITH• Created in September 2022 on the initiative of Rolex, Richemont and Patek Philippe, Watches and Wonders Geneva Foundation (WWGF) is a non-profit foundation based in Geneva. Chanel, Hermès and LVMH are also members of the WWGF Board. The Foundation’s mission is to promote watchmaking throughout the world by organizing Watches and Wonders Geneva. •  April 14th, Geneva, Switzerland – Watches and Wonders 2026 marks a pivotal moment as Hublot unveils a collection of new timepieces, each a testament to the brand’s unwavering commitment to audacity, technical mastery and innovation. Hublot places its Unico in-house caliber at the forefront, by putting the focus on its five patented innovations. The newly launched pieces collectively push the boundaries of horological excellence whilst solidifying Hublot's position at the forefront of contemporary high-end watchmaking. Hublot also introduces an extended warranty structure, including a 5-year basic coverage and an optional 5-year extension by registering the timepiece through the Hublotista program, highlighting Hublot's dedication to excellence, quality, and the trust its clients place in the brand. BIG BANG RELOADED: AN ICON OF AUDACITY AND MASTERY, FROM CALIBER TO MATERIAL. Hublot introduces the Big Bang Reloaded, an evolution of the open worked 44mm Big Bang Original. This collection, built from materials that define, places the Unico caliber center stage. The Unico caliber boasts five patented innovations: a backlash-compensating oscillating clutch, an anti-shaking chronograph hand system, a "zero friction" ratchet wheel blocker, a watch rate fine-adjustment system, and highly shock-resistant time-setting, ensuring enhanced readability and performance. The collection features five distinct models: the Titanium Ceramic, All Black Ceramic, Blue Ceramic, Dark Green Ceramic, and Magic Gold, each embodying Hublot's unbeatable material savoir-faire and propelling the Big Bang and Unico legacy into a new era. BIG BANG RELOADED KYLIAN MBAPPÉ: A STATEMENT OF UNSTOPPABLE AMBITION Hublot unveils the Big Bang Reloaded Kylian Mbappé, a first limited edition created in collaboration with international football icon and Hublot Ambassador Kylian Mbappé, limited to 200 pieces. This 44mm timepiece, crafted in polished white ceramic and 18K King Gold, captures Mbappé's fearless and decisive mindset. The mantra "Trust Yourself" is engraved at 6 o'clock on the bezel. The design incorporates Mbappé codes, such as the King Gold-toned number 10, and an anthracite skeletonized dial. It comes with two interchangeable wristbands: a King Gold-toned fabric Velcro strap and a black-and-white rubber strap with the KM logo. The Unico caliber, Hublot’s advanced integrated chronograph, reveals its patented innovations through the watch's architecture, showcasing Hublot's mechanical savoir-faire and Kylian's confidence. BIG BANG RELOADED USAIN BOLT: A MANIFESTO IN MOTION, DRIVEN BY BELIEF Hublot launches the Big Bang Reloaded Usain Bolt, a 200-piece bespoke signature edition, created with the fastest man in history and Ambassador, Usain Bolt. Crafted in 44mm black ceramic and carbon, it encapsulates Usain's story from his Jamaican origins. The polished 18K yellow gold bezel is engraved with his mantra: "Anything is Possible, Don't Think Limits." A unique design element sees the numerals between 6 and 8 o'clock read 6-5-8, which, when reversed, reveal 9.58 – a direct nod to his 100m world record set in 2009. The skeletonized dial features a lightning bolt-shaped chronograph hand, and the case back includes authentic soil from Bolt's childhood training ground, encapsulated in sapphire. It comes with two interchangeable wristbands: a yellow gold-toned Velcro fabric strap and a black, yellow, and green camouflage rubber strap. MASTERFUL HOROLOGY AND JEWELLERY IMPACT: HUBLOT PRESENTS THE BIG BANG IMPACT ONE MILLION Hublot introduces the Big Bang Impact One Million, a High Jewellery piece that pushes boundaries with 500 unconventionally cut diamonds (~44.6 carats) arranged in a dynamic vortex around the central flying tourbillon symbolizing the attraction of energy and focus at the heart of watchmaking’s most celebrated complications. This 45mm masterpiece, crafted in polished 18K white gold and water-resistant to 30m, is set with 323 baguette-cut diamonds on the case and case back, 72 on the bezel, and 75 fancy-cut diamonds on the dial, featuring the signature Impact motif. A black alligator and rubber strap is paired with an 18K white gold and black-plated titanium deployant buckle set with 30 baguette-cut diamonds. The watch is powered by the manual-winding HUB9015 caliber with a 120-hour power reserve, showcasing Hublot's mastery of materials and relentless innovation. THE SPIRIT OF BIG BANG IMPACT: FIRST EVER SAPPHIRE DIAMOND SETTING IN HUBLOT'S HISTORY Hublot shatters conventions with the Spirit of Big Bang Impact, unveiling a world-first: diamonds set directly into sapphire. Ten years after the Big Bang Impact Bang of 2016, this collection reimagines its fragmented motif, projecting powerful architecture onto sapphire and ceramic. It's a testament to Hublot's audacious spirit, transforming extreme technical mastery into breathtaking impact. Crafting and securing gems into one of Earth's hardest materials demands extraordinary precision, resulting in a bold statement unique to Hublot's Art of Fusion. Available in three limited editions: the enigmatic All Black ceramic (100 pieces), the stellar sapphire & osmium (30 pieces), and the dazzling diamond-set sapphire (20 pieces). Each 42mm tonneau case is powered by the HUB1770 skeletonized automatic caliber with moon phase and big date. This caliber doesn't just power the watch; its intricate mechanism actively participates in the visual impact, inviting onlookers to discover the magic within. TIME LOOKS BETTER IN PURPLE: BIG BANG JOYFUL IN AMETHYST PURPLE Hublot enhances its Big Bang Joyful collection with the introduction of the Big Bang Joyful Steel Purple. This 33mm timepiece, vibrant in amethyst purple, features a bezel set with 36 amethysts and a shiny white dial with three hands and a date window. The HUB1120 self-winding movement offers a 40-hour power reserve. Part of a joyous collection that includes Sky Blue, Apple Green, Pink, and Orange variations, the Big Bang Joyful Steel Purple is a harmonious blend of precious gemstones and Swiss watchmaking, designed to evoke emotion and inspire. HUBLOT RAISES THE STANDARDS OF WARRANTY IN LUXURY WATCHMAKING: 5+5 WARRANTY Hublot introduces a new 5+5 warranty structure for all eligible watches, purchased from January 1st 2026. This warranty includes a 5-year basic coverage and an optional 5-year extension by registering the timepiece through the Hublotista program, offering a total of up to ten years of guarantee. HUBLOT POLO GOLD CUP GSTAAD 2025 - VIP GUESTS
The evolution of a jewelry brand  “Not just a timepiece, but a jewel crafted with precision and created for presence.” Maral Artinian Twelve years after founding one of New York's most distinctive jewelry brands, Maral Artinian presents MARLI's timepiece collection – not as a departure, but as the most complete expression yet of what MARLI has always been. MARLI was built on a rare combination: a design vision of clarity and an industrial foundation that few jewelry brands can match. Behind the brand stands the Artinian Group – a vertically integrated luxury group with nearly three decades of experience in jewelry design, manufacturing, and diamond trading, and since 2019, its own Swiss manufacture in Le Locle – the historic cradle of Swiss watchmaking and a UNESCO World Heritage site – MARLI's own manufacture, Precitech SA, brings the same standards of precision and uncompromising finish to the architecture of the timepiece that the group has long applied to the architecture of the jewel. The MARLI Timepiece collection unfolds across two distinct expressions in three case sizes: the L23 and L30 translate MARLI’s jewelry savoir-faire into a distinctive take on time; the L35 explores it through a more architectural lens. All share a coherent design language and are crafted to the same rigorous standards that define MARLI creations. MARLI Timepieces – The Inaugural Collection The wrist is where jewelry comes alive – constantly in motion, constantly in view, read by others and felt by the wearer in every gesture. It is a space MARLI knows intimately, through countless bracelets and cuffs that have made it one of the brand's most instinctive territories. From there, the step to a timepiece is a short one: the same wrist, the same design language, the same standards of craft – with a dial at the center. A jewel that defines time. What gives this step its full legitimacy is that, save for the Swiss-made movements, MARLI makes these timepieces itself. The manufacture in Le Locle, the diamond expertise brought to bear on every set stone, the uncompromising approach to materials that runs through everything the Artinian Group produces – these are not borrowed credentials. They are the foundation from which this collection was built, and the guarantee behind every piece that leaves it. MARLI’s inaugural timepiece collection comprises three references: L23 and L30, which carry MARLI's jewelry authority to a distinctive interpretation of time; and the L35, which expresses it architecturally, sculpturally. Ad.    A jewel that defines time - L23 and L30 The L23 and L30 share a rounded case architecture – adorned with a scalloped bezel set with EF VS diamonds, machined directly from the solid in white or rose gold and stainless steel – that holds a deliberate tension with the angular precision of the dial within it. The effect is of strength and softness held in equilibrium: a piece that settles on the wrist as naturally as a bracelet, whose presence registers before its nature does. Every diamond across both models – from the 36 brilliants on the bezel to the four set into the pyramid-shaped crown – is selected to EF VS grades, at the very top of the color and clarity scales. The crown merits particular attention: shaped as a miniature pyramid and set with four diamonds, it carries MARLI's visual signature to its smallest functional component, so that the gesture of setting the time becomes a small act of recognition for those who know the language. The faceted dauphine hands – discreet enough not to crowd the dial, angled to bring contrast and light to its surface – ensure legibility without interrupting the composition. Both models are fitted with Swiss quartz movements. In their fully set versions – case and bracelet entirely pavéd with EF VS diamonds in white gold – the L23 and L30 enter high jewelry territory: objects whose diamond count reaches 400 stones and 2.728 carats in the L23, and 344 stones and 6.442 carats in the L30. L35 Where the L23 and L30 models draw their character from jewelry, the L35 draws its character from form. The case – 35 mm, available in rose gold or titanium – is sculpted from the solid: a faceted bezel of angled planes designed to capture and redirect light, creating a continuous play between the geometry of the case and the diamonds set within it. The result is a timepiece whose presence on the wrist is immediate and architectural – bold in structure, considered in every detail. The sword-shaped hands – faceted and dynamic, and distinct from the dauphine hands of the L models – are chosen for legibility against the depth and color of the dial. They bring a sharpness of line that suits the L35's character. The L35 is powered by a Swiss automatic movement – the ETA 2892 A2, 28,800 vibrations per hour, 50-hour power reserve, 21 jewels – hand-finished at MARLI's Le Locle manufacture with circular graining and Côtes de Genève decoration. The pyramid tapisserie dial Across all three references, the collection is defined by a single element: a three-dimensional pyramid tapisserie dial that translates MARLI's most iconic motif from the jeweler's bench to the face of a timepiece. The Brand and Its Foundations MARLI New York was born from the belief that fine jewelry is a language, and everyone deserves to speak it on their own terms. In 2014, Founder Maral Artinian had a vision: to set clients free from convention with creations that transcend adornment, and to honor individuality in all its forms. The design language that grew from this vision is immediate and consistent: clean geometry, angular forms, a visual vocabulary rooted in architectural precision. These are not aesthetic choices made in isolation – they are the expression of a way of thinking about objects, about how they are read, and about what it means for something to feel both strong and effortless on the body. New York, where MARLI was founded, gave this instinct its sharpest edge: a city whose confidence and clarity of line are present in everything the brand makes. MARLI's pieces are architectural in spirit, but they are made to move through real life. They are designed to be stacked, layered, worn without ceremony – to become part of the daily gesture rather than interrupt it. That ease is not accidental: it is the result of a design process that begins with the wearer, and a manufacturing standard that ensures nothing is compromised in the making. Foundations: Craft. Expertise. No Compromises. MARLI has always been more than a creative proposition. Behind it stands the Artinian Group – a vertically integrated luxury group founded and led by Arto Artinian (Chairman & CEO) and Saro Artinian (President & COO), with close to three decades of experience in jewelry design, manufacturing, and diamond trading. It is this foundation – deep expertise, integrated manufacturing, and an approach to materials that admits no compromise – that has allowed MARLI to evolve as it has. The group operates three centers of expertise. In Antwerp, a diamond trading office ensures full control over the quality and provenance of every stone – from the smallest melee diamond to the most exceptional solitaire. No stone is purchased without first being seen, touched, and understood. In Bangkok, an atelier of 800 artisans produces the jewelry and high jewelry creations of the group's brands, supported by the Artinian Atelier Academy – a specialist training program built around a rigorous Learn–Practice–Work curriculum of 1,000 hours. And in Le Locle – the historic cradle of Swiss watchmaking and a UNESCO World Heritage site – MARLI's own manufacture, PreciTech SA, brings the same standards of precision and uncompromising finish to the architecture of the timepiece that the group has long applied to the architecture of the jewel. MARLI is Headquartered in New York City. Made in Le Locle Since the nineteenth century, Le Locle has been one of the historic centers of the Swiss watch industry. The town's very urban fabric was shaped by the demands of the craft: its streets are wide, designed to maximize sunlight; its buildings feature large windows to bring natural light to the watchmakers assembling minuscule components at their benches. This unique urban architecture has earned Le Locle a place on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It is here that MARLI has its manufacture.  The Swiss watchmaking company is proud to support the club for the remainder of this season as well as for the 2026/2027 season. Seville, April 10, 2026. Real Betis Balompié and Maurice Lacroix announce a new collaboration agreement. The Swiss watch brand becomes the Official Watch of Real Betis for the rest of the 2025/2026 season and for the 2026/2027 season. At a key moment in the season, the green‑and‑white team is approaching its upcoming sporting challenges with the support of an international watch brand that shares its values of ambition, passion, and continuous improvement. Over the next two seasons, Maurice Lacroix will gain visibility across various club platforms and will implement specific initiatives aimed at engaging with Betis supporters. Among these, particular note should be made of its presence in Seville, at La Cartuja Stadium, where an exclusive countdown – organized before kickoff and inspired by the AIKONIC collection – will enhance the matchday experience. STÉPHANE WASER, MANAGING DIRECTOR OF MAURICE LACROIX, welcomed the agreement: “In football, where the outcome of a match is often decided by the finest detail and within seconds, time becomes a dimension as essential as it is in watchmaking. Our watches accompany life's decisive moments, and we aspire to stand alongside Real Betis at every key moment, both at La Cartuja and during away matches. Through this partnership, we aim to embody the intensity, precision, and passion that drive us.” For his part, RAMÓN ALARCÓN, CEO OF REAL BETIS BALOMPIÉ, stated: “For Real Betis, it is a pleasure to welcome a brand like Maurice Lacroix. This agreement allows us to continue growing alongside top-tier international sponsors and to develop new experiences that strengthen our connection with our supporters.” Since 1975, Maurice Lacroix has successfully combined urban style with Swiss watchmaking excellence, while offering outstanding perceived value. Located in the heart of the Franches-Montagnes, its manufacture has repeatedly demonstrated its technical expertise through a wide range of in-house movements, exclusive mechanisms, and iconic models. Among them are the MASTERPIECE Square Wheel (2010), the MASTERPIECE Mysterious Seconds (2013), and the Triple Rétrograde (2021). These innovative creations, praised by collectors, have helped establish the brand's reputation, earning more than 15 prestigious awards. In 2014, in response to strong demand for the return of the Calypso – an iconic model discontinued in 2003 – the creative team set out to reinterpret its spirit for contemporary tastes. Two years later, in 2016, the AIKON was born: a boldly designed watch that was immediately embraced by Millennials and Generation Z. This remarkable success encouraged the brand to expand the collection into multiple variations. Today, Maurice Lacroix draws inspiration from the energy of major cities, translating the vibrant rhythm of urban life into watch creations that are both bold and elegant.   Eau de parfum Ambre Levant 100ml, 375€
With Louis Vuitton Ambre Levant, the Maison unveils a new olfactory journey, an invitation to those fleeting moments where time, light and emotion merge into one. Ambre Levant draws inspiration from the golden hour of the Orient – that magical transition in which the heat of the day softens and the world is bathed in a deep, amber light. It is the moment between the end and the new beginning, when the energy of the day gives way to the promise of the night. In this floating intensity, a fragrance unfolds that is sensual, opulent and mysterious at the same time. With this creation from the "Fragrances of the World" collection, Louis Vuitton celebrates the cultural diversity and traditional perfumery of the Middle East. Master perfumer Jacques Cavallier Belletrud composes an extraordinarily radiant fragrance signature – a tribute to the interplay of light, warmth and matter. Ambre Levant interprets two emblematic ingredients in a contemporary way: amber and oud. The composition opens with the luminous freshness of mandarin, whose lively facets are permeated by warm spices – cardamom, cinnamon and a hint of saffron – creating a fascinating tension. In the heart, amber unfolds in all its depth: resinous, enveloping and enriched by the salty nuances of ambergris. The base reveals an extraordinary oud, whose noble, subtly animalistic woodiness gives the fragrance its lasting elegance and intensity. Downtown area of Srinagar, India which shows “houses of dreams”  A picture taken in downtown area of Srinagar, India, on March 2026, which shows “houses of dreams” and echoes of yesterday. Which are surreal and beautiful … Mr Khan wears Raymonds - kameez shalwar Jacket - Zara  Eid holiday celebration in Marrakesh, Morocco. Men Outfits Kaftan Traditional Kaftan For Ceremonial Festivals is Traditional Handloom Kaftan For Ceremonies, which is general Arabic kaftan traditional wear or Moroccan Thobe Morocco. Images from March 2026, all rights reserved.   In celebration of its 65th anniversary, Pasquale Bruni reaffirms its distinctive aesthetic and cultural vision through a choice that seamlessly weaves together elegance, identity, and modernity: Myriem Boukadida as the face of its new campaign. In Myriem, the Maison recognizes a profoundly authentic expression of its values. Her singular beauty — shaped by a harmonious blend of Italian, Arab, French, and American influences — perfectly mirrors the brand’s refined, international spirit. Through this collaboration, Pasquale Bruni expresses a contemporary vision of beauty: one that is inclusive, multicultural, and profoundly rooted in identity. This vision unfolds within the wider narrative of the campaign, guided by a fundamental principle: Nature as the original muse. A place of belonging, where balance is rediscovered and renewal begins. For 2026, the Maison imagines a harmonious universe in which jewelry transcends adornment, becoming an intimate gesture — like an embrace — a talisman of energy that reconnects body, soul, and feminine essence. Within this evocative landscape, Myriem Boukadida embodies the very soul of the campaign, giving voice to a refined, conscious, and universal sensibility. An Extraordinary Legacy, Reawakened  Haso Mehmedovic, Chairman & CEO of CORUM. Today Is the Relaunch of the Iconic Swiss Watch Brand CORUM La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, April 1st, 2026 CORUM has introduced a new chapter in its history by hosting an exclusive preview to unveil its new Admiral, Golden Bridge, and Heritage collections at its Manufacture in La Chaux-de-Fonds. A word from the CEO It would be easy to say ‘CORUM is back.’ But it wouldn’t be accurate. CORUM has always been here, since 1955, without interruption. Free. Irreverent. Always creative, often defiant. Today, I have the pleasure — and above all the honor — of serving as steward of this icon of La Chaux-de-Fonds. The address remains the same. The building remains one of a kind. And the determination to continue an extraordinary adventure that began exactly 70 years ago is unchanged. I have never worked anywhere but CORUM. I began here as a watchmaker in 2011, and in 2025 completed a management buyout — a decisive step I was honored to take, both a privilege and a commitment to the future of this house. My entire career has been devoted to these monuments of horology — the Golden Bridge, the Admiral, the Coin, and many others. Our heritage is exceptional: we hold 350 museum pieces, each one a testament to vision, design, and complication. In a word: a story. And it is that story we now intend to continue writing. Here, with humility and with pride, are the first pages of this new chapter. They mark our return to the forefront of contemporary watchmaking — and, we trust, the beginning of a renewed momentum. With my best regards Haso Mehmedovic Chairman & CEO |
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