Modern Luxury staff

High-tech components leave the traditional watchmaker’s atelier far behind, with record-breaking materials conceived and created in scientific laboratories.

With the Move collection in 2007, Messika set diamonds on a track where they could glide back and forth, adding another dimension to their dynamic charm. Ten years later, the jeweler revisits a revolutionary concept that has become a mainstay.

The newest additions to the collection, the New Retro Skeleton Tourbillon, are less “retro chic” and more “future sleek."

The opening of Hublot's latest boutique was timed to the eve of Hublot ambassador Floyd Mayweather, Jr.'s defeat of Conor McGregor.

Watch brands that have developed iconic cases face the unique challenge of breaking new ground while remaining true to their aesthetic. Here are examples from Hublot, Jaeger le Coultre and Audemars Piguet.

What to expect at the watch showcases in the heart of Paris.

A small group of high-end watchmakers dispense with a dial altogether, revealing the intricate mechanics that usually operate in the dark.

Mother of pearl, acquamarines, turquoise, sapphires: Watchmakers show their artistry in all shades of blue.

Constructing a tourbillon remains a rite of passage for any watchmaking brand seeking to confirm or establish a reputation among the upper echelons of the industry and for any lover of ultra-refined timepieces.

A timepiece expert explains why some watches have "collector cred."

Watches that simultaneously indicate several time zones are a perfect incarnation of our time, an age in which travel and communications cross every imaginable border.

Some jewelers opt for a stylized approach, using the mere suggestion of a wing to create an avian impression, while others get specific.

The Gregorian calendar is no longer alone in the spotlight, with watchmakers turning to the Chinese, Muslim and Hebrew calendars as well.

Different kinds of displays offer an infinite field of creativity — including satellite systems, pivoting cubes, linear displays, retractable hands, and even devices incorporating liquid.

The mechanical chronograph has played an active role in the construction of the modern world.

Over the last few years, luxury brands have introduced an increasing number of watches equipped with sky maps, miniature planets, and indications of sunrise and sunset times.