Taking place from April 9 to 15, 2024, the next Watches and Wonders Geneva promises to be a thrilling one, with an enhanced program at the Salon and In The City, specially designed for the general public. The focus will be on the visitor experience, as well as meaningful connection and interaction with the exhibiting Maisons. Several spaces have been expanded, allowing the event to host new brands and welcome the public over 3 full days!
Planning is already well underway for Watches and Wonders Geneva to ensure a unique week for the world of fine watchmaking, with a record 55 watch brands confirmed to take part in 2024. It’s a chance for industry professionals, connoisseurs and enthusiasts to come together, experience the latest products first-hand, engage and build meaningful connections. A new 7-day program has been designed with the Salon opening to the public from Saturday to Monday. Tickets can be purchased online from early February 2024, with student and weekend prices available.
The Watches and Wonders Geneva experience has been reimagined for 2024. It will now encompass two floors and feature new spaces for visitors to explore along with enhanced venues for meeting and discussion.
In addition to prestigious names such as Rolex, Cartier, Patek Philippe, IWC Schaffhausen and TAG Heuer, six new brands will be exhibiting for the first time, with Bremont on one side and Eberhard & Co, Gerald Charles, Nomos Glashütte, Norqain and Raymond Weil on the other. H. Moser & Cie. will also be making its return to the Carré des Horlogers.
The LAB, which serves as a window into the future of the industry, will take on a new dimension at the heart of the Salon, symbolically representing the importance of technological innovation within the manufactures. Here, startups, schools and engineers will reveal the secrets of tomorrow’s watchmaking. It’s an immersive, tactile and sensory experience for the curious and especially relevant to younger enthusiasts with career aspirations.
The heart of the City will be ticking even louder to the rhythm of watch movements, with a dynamic In The City program. A new Village Horloger will be created to showcase the wonders of fine watchmaking, its crafts, savoir-faire and talents. Major brands will also be joining the festivities with in-store activities featuring presentations and special exhibitions of their finest creations. The evening celebration – with its free concert – will be held on April 11 on the Quai Général-Guisan.
Watches and Wonders Geneva is aimed at all audiences and all ages, with a particular focus on younger generations who have shown a growing interest in the industry. The countdown begins as the whole city is getting ready to once again welcome the watchmaking event of the year!
Online ticketing early February 2024!
EXHIBITING MAISONS
A. LANGE & SÖHNE | ALPINA WATCHES | ANGELUS | ARNOLD & SON | BAUME & MERCIER | BEAUREGARD | BELL & ROSS | BREMONT | CARTIER | CHANEL | CHARLES ZUBER | CHARRIOL | CHOPARD | CHRONOSWISS | CYRUS GENÈVE | CZAPEK & CIE | EBERHARD & CO. | FERDINAND BERTHOUD | FREDERIQUE CONSTANT | GERALD CHARLES | GRAND SEIKO | GRÖNEFELD | H. MOSER & CIE. | HAUTLENCE | HERMÈS | HUBLOT | HYSEK | IWC SCHAFFHAUSEN | JAEGER-LECOULTRE | LAURENT FERRIER | LOUIS MOINET | MONTBLANC | NOMOS GLASHÜTTE | NORQAIN | ORIS | PANERAI | PARMIGIANI FLEURIER | PATEK PHILIPPE | PEQUIGNET | PIAGET | RAYMOND WEIL | REBELLION TIMEPIECES | RESSENCE | ROGER DUBUIS | ROLEX | RUDIS SYLVA | SPEAKE-MARIN | TAG HEUER | TRILOBE | TUDOR | U-BOAT | ULYSSE NARDIN | VACHERON CONSTANTIN | VAN CLEEF & ARPELS | ZENITH
Explore the vast universe of CHANEL Watches and discover the stunning collection of pieces for both men and women. Each watch reflects the creativity and expertise of the House, showcasing the timeless elegance and sophistication that CHANEL is known for. From classic designs to modern twists, there is a CHANEL Watch for every style and occasion.
CHANEL INTERSTELLAR CAPSULE COLLECTION
The CHANEL Watch Creation Studio has imagined the CHANEL INTERSTELLAR CAPSULE COLLECTION, inspired by the world of science fiction, space and time travel.
A pixelated motif, a circuit board design, phosphorescent effects, a star charm and a 3D robot: Discover the new interpretations of the J12, PREMIÈRE, BOY·FRIEND and CODE COCO watches. Exclusive creations, including limited-edition Haute Horlogerie pieces.
J12 NIGHT STAR WATCH, 33MM
A new CHANEL Haute Horlogerie creation set with diamonds. A dazzling black dial intersected by a comet perpetually in motion. A starry sky on the wrist to wear day and night.
MADEMOISELLE J12 COSMIC WATCH, 38 MM
Gabrielle Chanel’s silhouette in a black-and-white evening gown. Hands that indicate the time, driven by the Caliber 12.1 movement. A dial illuminated by diamonds like a sky full of stars.
PREMIÈRE LUCKY STAR WATCH
An interpretation inspired by the stars. A black-lacquer dial surrounded by sparkling stones. A star-shaped pendant set with diamonds is like a lucky charm on the wrist.
PREMIÈRE ROBOT WATCH
An avant-garde interpretation. A 3D robot made with yellow gold, ceramic, blackened titanium, onyx and diamonds. A rubber strap with a velvet finish.
CODE COCO CYBERGOLD WATCH
A solar interpretation. A quilted gold leather strap declaring the 6 letters of the House’s logo. Two black-lacquer dials, one set with a diamond.
BOY·FRIEND CYBERDATA WATCH
A magnetic interpretation. A dial featuring a circuit board design set with diamonds. A quilted black patent leather strap with a silver-coloured lining.
J12 DIAMOND TOURBILLON WATCH CALIBER 5, 38MM
A bespoke solitaire diamond that rotates to the rhythm of the Flying Tourbillon movement developed by the CHANEL Manufacture. The subtle contrast between the smooth finish of the ceramic and the sparkle of the diamonds.
J12 SPATIOTEMPORAL WATCH, 38 MM, 36 BAGUETTE-CUT DIAMONDS
Two exquisite creations where black and white intertwine, enhanced by gold and diamonds. Clean lines conceal the unparalleled technical complexity and watchmaking expertise of the CHANEL Manufacture.
J12 INTERSTELLAR WATCH, 38 MM
A monochromatic interpretation. A glittering black dial, like a starry sky, embellished with six diamonds and featuring a comet in motion.
J12 CYBERNETIC WATCH, 38 MM
A graphic interpretation. A white pixel motif on a black-lacquer dial as well as on the unique case shaped like a staircase.
MADEMOISELLE PRIVÉ PINCUSHION
The CHANEL Watch Creation Studio transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary with the new MADEMOISELLE PRIVÉ PINCUSHION collection. Inspired by a dressmaker’s pincushion, each piece features an exceptional oversize case with a curved crystal. Crafted from precious metals, diamonds, mother-of-pearl or onyx, the House’s Haute Couture symbols adorn the dials of these spirited timepieces.
Five watches born from a powerful creative gesture and embellished with the savoir-faire of the Métiers d’Art.
MADEMOISELLE PRIVÉ PINCUSHION LACE MOTIF WATCH
A hand-chiselled dial coated with grand feu enamel. Delicately drawn camellia flowers that give depth to the lace. Cultured pearls combined with diamonds to sparkle and reflect light.
MADEMOISELLE PRIVÉ PINCUSHION TWEED MOTIF WATCH
The pattern of the timeless little black jacket is set with diamonds. A gold chain that elegantly adorns the edge of the dial. Gold sewing tools, meticulously sculpted by hand.
MADEMOISELLE PRIVÉ PINCUSHION QUILTED MOTIF WATCH
The House’s iconic handbag repeated again and again. A quilted pattern in mother-of-pearl, inspired by the emblematic CHANEL motif. Chains, clasps and charms in gold and diamonds.
MADEMOISELLE PRIVÉ PINCUSHION PEARLS MOTIF WATCH
Printed tweed, like the House’s signature black jacket. Miniature necklaces and brooches, intricately carved out of gold. Hand-painted black-lacquer ribbons.
A creation enhanced by snow-set diamonds.The contrast of intense black and dazzling white. Tiny gold beads are placed by hand around the dial.
PREMIÈRE
In 1987, CHANEL introduced its first watch, the PREMIÈRE, which drew inspiration from the brand’s signature design elements. The watch’s case design was modelled after the stopper of the iconic N°5 fragrance bottle, while the original bracelet featured a leather interlacing similar to that found on classic CHANEL handbags. Over the years, CHANEL has reinterpreted the bracelet in a variety of materials, including chain, ceramic, and velvet. The PREMIÈRE watch remains a timeless and elegant accessory suitable for both day and night wear.
PREMIÈRE ÉDITION ORIGINALE
The PREMIÈRE ÉDITION ORIGINALE watch, a watchmaking creation inspired by the House’s design codes : the case bears a striking resemblance to the cap of the iconic N°5 fragrance bottle, while the octagonal shape brings to mind the illustrious Place Vendôme. The bracelet, designed with intertwined black and gold links, is reminiscent of the chain on the iconic CHANEL bag.
BOY·FRIEND WATCH
The BOY·FRIEND watch is a true masterpiece of pure lines, balanced proportions, and perfect shapes. Its simplicity in BEIGE GOLD case and interchangeable calfskin strap with quilted pattern is so pure and elegant that it dares to assert a new look, erasing the lines between masculine and feminine styles. This watch is truly a work of art, and its radical elegance is sure to turn heads wherever you go. Whether you’re dressing up for a formal occasion or want to add a touch of sophistication to your everyday look, the BOY·FRIEND watch is the perfect choice for anyone who values style and quality.
CODE COCO WATCH
Discover CODE COCO, both a watch and jewellery. Each detail of this latest collection exudes the House’s signature style: an iconic clasp, a quilted motif, a diamond. The watch that features the most CHANEL codes.
Are you ready to shake up your routine and discover some exciting new watches today? Then look no further. From must-have novelties to wear on a work day, we’re here to give you a quick rundown on day 3 at Watches and Wonders. So grab a cup of hot tea/coffee settle in, and let’s dive into the world of watches together.
ANGELUS – Chronodate Titanium green
Chronodate Titanium boasts a 42.5 mm case that continues the neo-retro spirit of this sporty chronograph. The movement is housed in a container machined from a carbon-fibre composite. Around this container, Angelus has designed an attachment system consisting of an open-worked cradle that brings the case middle and lugs into a single line made of titanium.
Angelus has chosen to give the Chronodate imposing counters that offer optimal readability. The counters are set on a subtle green dial fittingly described as “fern green”, punctuated with large applied Arabic numerals with Super-LumiNova.
Inside, Angelus has installed its calibre A-500 displaying the small seconds at 9 o’clock and a 30-minute chronograph counter at 3 o’clock. Encircling the dial, a hand sweeps over the peripheral date display. Oscillating at a frequency of 4 Hz, the calibre incorporates a column wheel and operates via a self-winding system with an oscillating weight in tungsten shaped like a capital letter “A” above a star – Angelus’ emblem – a reference to the early days of Angelus right at the heart of the mechanism.
BAUME & MERCIER – Riviera 10720
The Riviera is back for the 50th anniversary of the brand and has a fashionable sport-chic allure. Powered by the Baumatic manufacture movement, it features a power reserve for 5 days.
A sand-blasted titanium bezel characterises this variation of the Riviera M0A10720 with a central bezel ring in 5N gold-plated PVD steel, a smoked grey sapphire dial with a transparent wave transfer decoration, and an integrated grey rubber strap with a canvas texture.
CHANEL – J12 Cybernetic, 38 mm
A graphic interpretation. A white pixel motif on a black-lacquer dial as well as on the unique case shaped like a staircase.
HERMES – H08
The Hermès H08 line has been enriched with four new interpretations in luminous shades of yellow, green, blue and orange. The colourful touches on the rubber strap, the watch-glass seal, the minutes track and the seconds hand contrast with the play-on materials embodied in the case crafted from a composite block. The distinct layers of aluminised fibreglass and slate powder create subtle silvery reflections on the case middle and patterns unique to each timepiece.
HYSEK – Abyss “H”
With a 41 mm diameter, driven by a self-winding micro-rotor movement in titanium, this new Abyss keeps the characteristics that have made the line so successful while displaying a more “gentleman’s driver” style.
RESSENCE – Type 1 Round N
A new dark and vivid Night Blue is the colour of this new TYPE 1° Round. Beyond its unique colour, the TYPE 1° Round dial has been graphically simplified with indexes every 10 minutes and a weekday dial that subtly unites the 2 non-working days of the week with a touch of colour. The absence of a crown makes the watch comfortable for both the left and right fit.
Rudis Sylva is open to producing unique watches based on its patented Harmonious Oscillator movement, decorated in the most exquisite fashion. The premise of the Harmonious Oscillator is simple: better timekeeping through physical resonance.
TUDOR – New Black Bay
The newest Black Bay from Tudor is a diving watch that evolved aesthetically and technically. The burgundy bezel is absolutely stunning and the “T-fit” clasp and is Master Chronometer-certified by METAS.
The moment journalists, retailers and clients of the 38 exhibiting Maisons have been waiting for… Watches and Wonders Geneva will finally open its doors on 30 March 2022, for a week filled with exciting discoveries. A vast digital system has been set up to allow invited guests and the general public to follow online either live or via replay all the action of the Salon, which is already shaping up to be THE watch industry event of the year.
While the press, retailers and guests invited to the Salon can already plan their personalized program on the watchesandwonders.com platform, in Geneva the excitement is reaching a fever pitch. The set-up of the different exhibition areas is already underway to ensure that visitors can be welcomed while respecting health measures. In the surrounding manufactures and ateliers, the watchmakers are putting the final details to the new watches and jewelry collections that will be unveiled by the Maisons on March 30.
For its first physical event under the name Watches and Wonders Geneva – since last year’s event was entirely digital – the Salon will focus on major launches, previews, exceptional pieces and numerous new wonders. Aside from being featured in the Touch & Feel sessions, products will also be at the heart of discussions over many organized events, such as the Morning Show, the panel discussions and the innovative projects unveiled in the LAB.
Broadcast live from the Salon every morning at 8 am CET on the watchesandwonders.com platform and on its YouTube channel, The Morning Show will be presented this year by Olivia Chang, a renowned business journalist. She will host this first morning program with cross conversations between brand leaders and industry experts to follow the news of the Salon and decipher new trends. She will be back again at 7 pm CET on the Late Show, a new rendez-vous that will review the day’s highlights. Also broadcast live and in replay, the program will feature a different guest each day, who will be invited to share his or her favorites from the Salon. The Late Show will also offer a summary of the keynotes from the Maisons held in the Auditorium, along with highlights of the exceptional pieces being unveiled by the 38 exhibiting brands.
A daily 45-minute panel discussion, hosted by watchmaking experts and other influential personalities, will explore the issue of sustainable development in greater depth. This theme, a particularly hot topic at the moment, will be addressed from different angles, such as transparency, responsible sourcing, innovation and the circular economy. Broadcast live from the Salon at 1 pm CET on the watchesandwonders.com platform and on its YouTube channel, the program will also be available in replay.
Located in the center of the Salon, facing the Carré des Horlogers, the LAB has been designed as an ideas laboratory. This space, showcasing nearly 15 projects, will present the technological and digital innovations of the exhibiting Maisons. Highlighting eco- responsible sourcing practices, upcycling, the use of new materials, new energy sources and strategic partnerships with sustainable associations and organizations, the various initiatives will enable visitors to discover all these innovations and gain a better understanding of NFTs (Non-Fungible Token) and the world of metaverse.
Watches and Culture will also curate the ‘Time Design’ exhibition dedicated to the evolution of wristwatch design through the ages. Imagined as a journey through watchmaking creativity and illustrated by more than 100 timepieces presented in showcases designed by students of ECAL (École d’art de Lausanne), the event will also pay tribute to the work of Mr. Gérald Genta. Five pieces produced by students of the HEAD art & design school in Geneva will invite visitors to question the display of time, while an augmented reality experience will immerse the viewer in the history of a few watchmaking icons.
A broadcasting area consisting of two fully equipped studios will be available for the Maisons who wish to stay in touch with those journalists who are unable to travel to Geneva. In addition, booths equipped with a VISIODOME, a system that proved its worth last year as an optimized way of presenting products remotely, will allow the Maisons to share their latest creations with a larger audience.
Everyone is working hard to make this long-awaited edition the greatest watchmaking summit ever held in Geneva! Just 30 days to go before discovering new watches and jewelry releases, previews, major announcements, exceptional pieces and other innovations.
EXHIBITING MAISONS:
| A. LANGE & SÖHNE | BAUME & MERCIER | CARTIER | CHANEL | CHOPARD | GRAND SEIKO | HERMÈS | HUBLOT | IWC SCHAFFHAUSEN | JAEGER-LECOULTRE | MONTBLANC | ORIS | PANERAI | PARMIGIANI FLEURIER | PATEK PHILIPPE | PIAGET | ROGER DUBUIS | ROLEX | TAG HEUER | TUDOR | ULYSSE NARDIN | VACHERON CONSTANTIN | VAN CLEEF & ARPELS | ZENITH
CARRÉ DES HORLOGERS:
| ANGELUS | ARMIN STROM | ARNOLD & SON | CYRUS GENÈVE | CZAPEK & CIE | FERDINAND BERTHOUD | H. MOSER & CIE. | LAURENT FERRIER | LOUIS MOINET | REBELLION TIMEPIECES | RESSENCE | RUDIS SYLVA | SPEAKE-MARIN | TRILOBE
