Sustainability: a drop in the ocean?
The One Ocean Summit in Brest aims to mobilise the international community to take tangible action to save the ocean. Yet another emergency for the stricken planet. Part one: taking stock.
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Luxury, biodiversity and the sixth mass extinction
At five points in the past 500 million years, life on Earth was almost completely wiped out. We are now on the brink of a sixth mass extinction, and we are the cause. Can humans right their wrongs? The luxury industry must lead by example.
Bulgari – Sinfully beautiful
Angel or demon? What is the true nature of the Serpenti Spiga, an irresistible presence coiled around the wrist. Head-turning in black or white, this precious reptile has it all. Such sweet temptation…
F. P. Journe – The happy few
At F. P. Journe, anniversaries matter hence why each boutique celebrates its decade with a limited-edition Anniversary Centigraphe. If you missed Hong Kong and Tokyo, make a date with Geneva in March 2017.
Anti-counterfeiting operation in Hong Kong
Teams from the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry ranged the aisles of the Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair to track down counterfeiters and unauthorised users of the "Swiss" indication of origin, with positive results.
Roger Dubuis – Closer to the heart
Roger Dubuis reveals two new expressions of the Velvet Ribbon, each infused with glamour. Worn on the wrist or around the neck, embellished with diamonds and pearls, time is at its most precious…
Serious business at Rolex (2)
Following the introduction of its Superlative Chronometer label, Rolex has integrated a fully automated test protocol into its production line.
Blancpain – Ocean blue
Blancpain reaffirms its action in favour of ocean preservation with the Blancpain Bathyscaphe Flyback Chronograph Ocean Commitment II and its blue ceramic case. For each watch sold, Blancpain is donating €1,000 towards scientific expeditions. Your chance to support a worthy cause.
