Football fans, this one is for you. The Hublot Big Bang e Gen3 Euro 24 is not merely a watch; it’s a celebration of the game you love, bridging high-tech innovation with the sport. Crafted with a satin-finished and polished titanium case, this 44mm timepiece is robust, stylish and adorned with highly recognisable H-shaped screws. Its Amoled display is crisp, allowing for vibrant visibility of time and timely updates during UEFA Euro 2024. Enhanced with a Snapdragon Wear 4100+ processor, the watch supports numerous functions, including GPS and NFC payment options, ensuring it caters to the modern, mobile lifestyle of its wearer. As the star ambassador, Kylian Mbappé not only endorses but also wears this model, embodying the spirit of the game and the precision of Hublot on and off the pitch.

Price: HK$ 48,800

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Montblanc expands its Iced Sea Automatic Date collection with two captivating additions inspired by glacial landscapes. The bronze-tone variant features a black glacial pattern dial, while the stainless-steel version boasts a burgundy-tone glacial pattern dial. The timepieces are designed for active lifestyles, undergoing rigorous testing in the Montblanc laboratory. They offer shock resistance, magnetic resistance, temperature resistance and water resistance of approximately 30 bars. The glacier pattern dials and 3D caseback engravings demonstrate meticulous craftsmanship. The watches operate on automatic movements and provide hours, minutes, seconds and a date display. The collection combines stunning aesthetics with reliable performance for adventurous individuals.

Price of the Iced Sea Automatic Date in red: HK$ 26,800; price of the Iced Sea Automatic Date in bronze: HK$ 30,800

Did you ever think the words Hermès and affordable could be strung together in one sentence? Well, the Hermès Cut is here to change things. The watch’s silhouette, dominated by a bevel-cut bezel and a round, clean-lined case, showcases a disciplined approach to design that emphasises geometric purity. The crown, uniquely positioned at 1:30 and adorned with an H, adds a quirky yet sophisticated touch. Underneath the surface, the Manufacture Hermès H1912 movement, visible through the sapphire caseback, promises precise mechanical performance. The dial, with its luminescent Arabic numerals and minimalist aesthetic, ensures readability and artistic flair. Versatility is further enhanced by the interchangeable straps available in vibrant Hermès colours.

Price for the 36mm steel version: HK$ 56,700

The Tudor Black Bay’s latest iteration epitomises the harmonious blend of traditional aesthetics and modern watchmaking. Retaining the quintessential 41mm case, this model sports a monochrome palette that accentuates its sleek, understated elegance. The radial-brushed black dial and rhodium-plated markers exude a contemporary flair, while the iconic “Snowflake” hands pay homage to Tudor’s rich diving heritage. What sets this model apart is its Metas Master Chronometer certification, ensuring exceptional precision and magnetic resistance, a testament to Tudor’s relentless pursuit of watchmaking excellence. The “T-fit” clasp for rapid adjustment and a robust Manufacture Calibre MT5602-U with a 70-hour power reserve enhance both functionality and convenience.

Price for the 5-link bracelet: approx HK$ 35,657; price for the 3-link bracelet: approx HK$ 34,756; price for the black rubber strap: approx HK$ 33,110 

The Tag Heuer Carrera Date series represents a combination of tradition and modern sophistication. In its latest iteration, the 36mm models are crafted with an eye for understated elegance, appealing to both aesthetic sensibility and practical functionality. The use of 18-karat 5N rose gold and diamonds accentuates the luxurious nature of the watches while still making it affordable, while the mother-of-pearl dials adds a touch of iridescent charm.

Price: HK$ 55,600

With 31 limited editions, the Tangente 38 Date comes in 31 colourways, each named whimsically from Ariel to Zirkus. The Tangente, a model renowned for its minimalist design and precise German engineering is equipped this year with the DUW 4101 calibre, a hand-wound movement regulated to chronometer standards. Moreover, each variant features a colour-coordinated date mechanism, integrated around the movement for a spacious and harmonious dial display. The playful yet sophisticated colour schemes, such as the Sportbunt with its ’70s flair, demonstrate Nomos Glashütte’s commitment to blending traditional German craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetic diversity. Each piece, limited to 175, is a statement both of style and of the enduring legacy of Glashütte watchmaking.

Price: HK$ 18,000

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