Timepiece World Awards 2025: Celebrating Excellence in Horology

By Brent Robillard Last Saturday, September 20th, the Toronto Timepiece Show played host to the inaugural Timepiece World Awards, a glittering evening dedicated to celebrating the very best in contemporary watchmaking. Held in the Lyric Theatre at the Meridian Arts Centre in North York, the awards gathered industry leaders, collectors, and enthusiasts for an event that felt equal parts gala and milestone moment in Canadian … Continue reading Timepiece World Awards 2025: Celebrating Excellence in Horology

AWAKE Refreshes the Sơn Mài Silver Leaf Collection

By Brent Robillard All my favourite colours When AWAKE unveiled the Sơn Mài – Silver Leaf Golden Hour earlier this summer, the watch world got its first glimpse of just how far this young French brand is willing to push the boundaries of artisanal dial-making. Inspired by Vietnamese lacquerwork, the piece was designed as a limited edition for the Toronto Timepiece Show, and it captivated … Continue reading AWAKE Refreshes the Sơn Mài Silver Leaf Collection