Chopard created an innovative watch in 2010 with the L.U.C Engine One. The architecture of the timepiece drew heavily on automotive cues.

Now, automotive associations are revisited once more.

Those who seek some of the finest jewellery and matchless timepieces can now enjoy a touch of red carpet glamour in the heart of London. The Chopard Boutique, in the Wonder Room at Selfridges, provides a sublime showcase to sample incredible rings, necklaces, earrings and of course, watches. Moreover, handbags and writing instruments compliment the ensemble of luxury products on offer.

The swimmer, the gamekeeper, the driver and the watch lover Man has always had an obsessive, predilection for speed.     History is punctuated with numerous records where to be the fastest is the sole raison d'etre for hours of training or engine...

A fleeting moment I confess to standing like a vertical sardine on the London Underground and catching the momentary sight of a beautiful lady. Our eyes meet and there is a brief connection. Vanity makes me think it is my august good looks. Howev...

Renowned since 1860 for the creation of peerless jewellery Chopard’s foray into the world of watch making is much more recent.  Its watch making manufacture was established in 1996. Recency in terms of haute horology manufacture does not diminish ...

Frequent Flyer Those who often travel by plane will be offered a frequent flyer loyalty bonus in the form of points, miles, stars or some other unit of measure bearing a notional value. The airline wants to encourage repeat business.     There is...

Do not ignore… Lovers of haute horology who visit this site may eschew automatics but this is not a watch to ignore bearing many features associated with haute horology and watches which have a much higher price point. This Chopard offering is no...

Many high end watch brands have jumped on the Automotive Association bandwagon on recent years. The link is understandable as both high end wrist watches and automobiles carry the same prestige and have mechanical engines.

As a self confessed watch nut I am very fortunate to be able to indulge in this fairly expensive hobby through reasonable financial means and an understanding wife.