Baselworld 2015

An essential rendez-vous for international watchmakers, this year’s trade-fair, recently held in Basel, Switzerland, proved to be an excellent vintage ! The world’s most prestigious manufacturers unveiled previews of enviable new timepieces which will arrive in boutiques in the coming months. Our selection…



The new Bentley GMT Light Body B04 Midnight Carbon chronograph combines British elegance with exceptional “motorization”. The case is made of titanium with a highly resistant black carbon-based coating. From 10,870 €.

The Neo-Tourbillon Under Three Bridges is a contemporary version of the Esmeralda designed by Girard-Perregaux in the 19th century.

The Carrera Calibre 18 draws inspiration from the first chronograph designed for racing drivers by Jack Heuer in the 1960’s. From 4,900 €.

For this Diagono Magnesium, Bulgari has combined spearhead materials in order to bestow life on this urban timepiece, a pioneer in terms of resistance and lightness. From 3,900 €.

The last opus in a collection paying tribute to iconic figures in the world of jazz, the Monk honours the pianist Thelonius Monk. This limited edition is characterized by elegant minimalism and a smokey blue dial. From 1,680 €.

Proposing up-dated design in a 40-mm case with a new mechanical movement, the new generation of the most prestigious Rolex model goes by the name of Oyster Perpetual Day-Date 40.

The irresistible icon of the Roman watchmaker, the Serpenti model now introduces an unprecedented variation of its very curvaceous design. Handmade, it is available in white or rose gold.

The De Ville Prestige Dewdrop stands out for its sophistication and stylishness. A delightfully feminine model associating prestige jewellery, watchmaking precision and glamour. From 19,700 €.

The latest version of the nautical Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master model is clad in black and rose gold. From 37,900 €.

The result of over 2,000 hours of development, the Diamond Master Grand Date Dual Time Tourbillon expertly blends “Haute Horlogerie” and “Haute Joaillerie”. Its dial is set with 329 diamonds for a total 13.7 carats.

Giving free rein to creative audacity, Corum dedicates its Golden Bridge Dragon & Phoenix to these two figures from Chinese mythology symbolizing life, power and luck.

The “Qualité Fleurier” label is the most demanding of all watchmaking certifications. Chopard presents here an elegant timepiece bearing this coveted label, the ultimate proof of sheer excellence. From 16.070 €.