At this year’s timepiece expos, ground-breaking models appeared from both cheeky independents and names forged in a sphere different to pure watchmaking.
High jewellery is the most rarefied realm of the luxury world. While haute couture – the creation of one-of-a-kind garments made to order in Paris by houses such as Chanel and Dior – gets most of the attention for its enormous price tags and incredible craftsmanship, high jewellery is even more exclusive. We’re talking about one-of-a-kind pieces made with the.