Watches & Wonders 2026: Rolex and Tudor Celebrate Centenaries with New Releases
On the third day of Watches & Wonders 2026 in Geneva, major luxury watchmakers unveiled significant new collections marked by historic anniversaries and artistic innovation. Rolex celebrated the 100th anniversary of its iconic Oyster waterproof wristwatch by introducing variations like the Oyster Perpetual 36 with a modern Jubilee decor and an all-gold Oyster Perpetual 28. Similarly, Tudor marked its own centenary with the launch of the Monarch, a timepiece blending heritage aesthetics such as papyrus dials with Master Chronometer certified movements. Parmigiani Fleurier also joined the celebrations for its 30th anniversary, debuting the Tonda PF Mysterious Chronograph. Beyond anniversaries, Van Cleef & Arpels showcased poetic complications, including the Midnight Jour Night Moon Phase with an on-demand animation feature. Oris presented a contemporary take on moon phases with its new Artelier Complication, while Piaget highlighted colored ornamental stones and Vacheron Constantin focused on extra-thin designs. The event underscores the industry's blend of historical reverence and technical creativity.
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Watches & Wonders 2026: Rolex and Tudor Celebrate Centenaries with New Releases
On the third day of Watches & Wonders 2026 in Geneva, major luxury watchmakers unveiled significant new collections marked by historic anniversaries and artistic innovation. Rolex celebrated the 100th anniversary of its iconic Oyster waterproof wristwatch by introducing variations like the Oyster Perpetual 36 with a modern Jubilee decor and an all-gold Oyster Perpetual 28. Similarly, Tudor marked its own centenary with the launch of the Monarch, a timepiece blending heritage aesthetics such as papyrus dials with Master Chronometer certified movements. Parmigiani Fleurier also joined the celebrations for its 30th anniversary, debuting the Tonda PF Mysterious Chronograph. Beyond anniversaries, Van Cleef & Arpels showcased poetic complications, including the Midnight Jour Night Moon Phase with an on-demand animation feature. Oris presented a contemporary take on moon phases with its new Artelier Complication, while Piaget highlighted colored ornamental stones and Vacheron Constantin focused on extra-thin designs. The event underscores the industry's blend of historical reverence and technical creativity.
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