Swatch × Audemars Piguet “Royal Pop”: provocation or a new grammar of visibility?

By Sylvia Bonfanti Shifting the logic For years, collaborations in luxury watchmaking have followed a predictable pattern: limited editions kept within corporate groups, tightly controlled heritage, selective distribution, and a clear separation between accessibility and high-end horology. Then came the MoonSwatch. Queues outside boutiques, immediate resale, social media saturation, and a conversation that extended far beyond the enthusiast community. Before the MoonSwatch, the luxury industry … Continue reading Swatch × Audemars Piguet “Royal Pop”: provocation or a new grammar of visibility?

After Time 2025: Where Watchmaking Meets Culture, Design, and Dolce Vita

by Brent Robillard Milano Watch Week Milano Watch Week made a splash in 2024—3,000 attendees, 30 countries, and a who’s-who of the watch world gathered in one of Europe’s most stylish cities. But this October, the creative minds behind the event are flipping the script. Enter After Time 2025, a new watch culture experience that trades formalities for flair. Set against the backdrop of Milan’s … Continue reading After Time 2025: Where Watchmaking Meets Culture, Design, and Dolce Vita