Categories: Horology

Celebration of Design and Aesthetics

Legendary watchmakers, Breitling and Hublot bring you timepieces that portray superiority, with an abundant spirit of high-tech brilliance and unparalleled designs

An ode to freedom and to life

The popularity of the skull motif, celebrated in contemporary art, design, and fashion, extends beyond the realm of rockers and bad boys it bears a positive message of hope stands for change, rebirth, and life in all its shows.

Paying tribute to the dead this Halloween month, Hublot launched its limited edition Big Bang Calaveras in 3 versions, at the 10th annual SIAR Mexico, with just 30 ceramic models, 20 steel models, and 10 red gold models. Embodying the positive attitude of the brand, the skull designed by Hublot is adorned with floral and carved motifs, engraved into the material like embroidery. The Big Bang Calaveras is an ode to freedom and to life.

The three variants of  limited editions come with 44mm diameter and water resistance of 10ATM supported by a self-winding manufacture movement.

The watch is designed to give tribute to one of the most popular holidays in Mexico, “El Día de los Muertos”, which translates to Day of the Dead. This holiday is a celebration recognised as part of world cultural heritage (UNESCO) since 2008. A tradition which focuses on gatherings of families and friends to pray for and remember people who have died and help support their spiritual journey.

 On a special Mission

 

Breitling introduces its Super Avenger 01 chronograph with the Breitling Manufacture Caliber 01 powering a special 100-piece limited edition.

Ideally made for facing challenges Super Avenger 01 comes with high-performance ‘engine’, officially chronometer certified by the COSC. This standout instrument is distinguished by its black dial bearing tone-on-tone counters enhanced by the “Edition Limitée” inscription appearing in red, as well as by large luminescent hour-markers and hands.

The steel case combines an impressive 48 mm diameter with a powerful and extremely professional aesthetic. Water-resistant to 300 m, it is geared up for the most extreme missions thanks to its ultra-sturdy construction, its screwed-in push piece guards and its solid screw-locked crown with non-slip grip.

The Super Avenger 01 Boutique Edition is solely available with a steel professional bracelet. The special engraved case back features a vintage-look pin-up and “Special delivery” inscription and is exclusively available in one of the 60 Breitling boutiques worldwide.

It’s a true celebration of design and aesthetics.

 

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