Watches & Wonders Editors' Picks
The video presents the editor’s top selections from the 2026 Watches & Wonders exhibition, highlighting six standout timepieces that blend haute horology with high‑jewelry aesthetics. Cartier’s Grand du Café impresses with a kinetic coffee‑bean petal dial, while Parmigiani’s Toric Chronograph Rattrapante offers an all‑gold chronograph movement. A. Lange & Söhne introduces a 36 mm Saxonia annual calendar, expanding its wearability, and Audemars Piguet showcases a Haute Joaillerie model whose bracelet is composed of individually set pebble‑shaped gems. The presenter repeatedly emphasizes personal fascination, noting, “I can’t stop thinking about the Chopard Fleur de Diamant” and calling the Vacheron Constantin Overseas ultra‑thin a “hot watch” that balances vintage and modern cues. These picks signal a market shift toward ultra‑refined, wearable luxury pieces that marry intricate craftsmanship with broader appeal, guiding collectors and retailers toward emerging design directions.
What Watch World Insiders Had on Their Wrists at Watches and Wonders
The video captures a lineup of industry insiders at the Watches & Wonders exhibition, each showcasing the timepiece they chose to wear. From editors and founders to watch collectors, the participants use their wrists as a canvas to signal personal...
Panerai Unveiled a New Luminor 31 Giorni With a Jaw-Dropping Power Reserve
Swiss‑Italian brand Panerai unveiled the Luminor 31 Giorni, a mechanical watch boasting a 31‑day power reserve, at its latest showcase. The timepiece combines an ultra‑long reserve with a traditional crown‑winding system, a feature typically reserved for watches that require a specialized...
All Our Favorite Cartiers From Watches and Wonders 2026
Cartier unveiled a slate of new timepieces at the 2026 Watches & Wonders exhibition, emphasizing unconventional case shapes and high‑end craftsmanship. The lineup includes the resurrected Roadster, refreshed after a ten‑year hiatus with an integrated magnifier over the date window; the...
Patrick Dempsey On Wearing The TAG Heuer Monaco
In a candid interview, actor‑turned‑racer Patrick Dempsey reflects on his long‑standing relationship with the TAG Heuer Monaco, the square‑case chronograph he first wore during his four appearances at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Dempsey describes the watch as a “greatest honor”...
Art Manteris on the Line Between Sports and Sports Betting in Modern Leagues
Art Manteris, a veteran sports betting executive, argues that modern professional leagues, especially the NBA, must draw a firm line between on‑court competition and the burgeoning sports wagering industry. He praises both the athletic product and the betting market but...
Every Step Morgenthal Frederics Takes to Create Its Timeless Buffalo-Horn Sunglasses
The video spotlights Morganthal Fredericks’ ultra‑luxury buffalo‑horn sunglasses, filmed inside the German workshop where each pair is meticulously handcrafted. From raw horn imported from India, the company evaluates each piece for color, grain pattern, and structural integrity before beginning the...
Shaun Hergatt on Thomas Keller, Mentorship, and the Moment It Came Full Circle
Shaun Hergatt sits down to recount how a single French Laundry cookbook ignited his lifelong passion for cooking and set him on a path toward America’s elite kitchens. The conversation centers on his relationship with Thomas Keller, the celebrated chef...
This $5.3 Million Midcentury Home in London Sits Atop WWII-Era Sand Tunnels
Meridian West, a Grade II‑listed four‑bedroom home in Greenwich, London, is on the market for £4 million (≈$5.3 million). The property sits atop a historic sand‑mine tunnel system that served as a World II air‑raid shelter and now displays murals and carvings. Designed in...
Inside Designer Ken Fulk’s Idyllic Napa Valley Retreat
Designer Ken Fulk and partner Kurt Wootton bought the dilapidated Durham Ranch in Napa Valley for $750,000 in 2005 and have spent two decades turning the 76‑acre property into a high‑end, tech‑free weekend estate. The main 1,250‑sq‑ft farmhouse has been...
Trump’s Tariffs Have Cost Automakers Over $35 Billion So Far: Report
President Donald Trump’s import tariffs have imposed more than $35.4 billion in costs on automakers during the past year, according to Automotive News analysis. Japanese giant Toyota bears the heaviest burden at roughly $9.1 billion, while other foreign brands such as BMW,...
Editor’s Letter: Inside Robb Report’s 2026 Spring Style Issue
Robb Report’s 2026 Spring Style issue frames vintage luxury as the season’s central narrative, spotlighting a renewed fascination with historic Ralph Lauren pieces that now populate showrooms and private appointments. The editorial emphasizes editing wardrobes rather than constant consumption, highlighting how...
LACMA’s Soaring New Gallery Was Designed to Give You a Fresh Look at Art History
Los Angeles County Museum of Art’s new David Geffen Galleries, a $720 million project funded in part by a $150 million donation, opened this spring after two decades of planning. The 900‑foot, 110,000‑square‑foot concrete structure hovers 30 feet above a shaded plaza and...
The Racing Simulator That Finally Decoded the Experience of Real-Life Driving
Marble Labs unveiled the XP1 racing simulator, a physics‑driven platform that claims to replicate real‑world driving dynamics more faithfully than traditional sims. Developed over a decade with CAD engineering and validated by Le Mans class winner Justin Bell, the system replaces...
Art Adviser Ralph DeLuca on Galleries, the Gray Market, and Why Art Fairs Still Matter
Ralph DeLuca, a Las Vegas‑based art adviser, emphasizes that his role is often to say no, protecting clients from inflated gallery deals and BOGO arbitrage. He advises collectors to scrutinize fee structures, prefer advisers who invest alongside them, and stay...