5 Watches and jewellery updates to know this November

From covetable new collections to much-anticipated store openings, the world of watches and jewellery has been buzzing with excitement. Whether you’re a chronograph connoisseur, a sparkle seeker, or someone simply trying to get ahead of the holiday shopping rush, we have compiled the most noteworthy stories this November that you won’t want to miss.

Tudor opens a new boutique at The Exchange TRX 

Tudor has added another feather to its cap with the opening of its latest boutique at The Exchange TRX. Echoing the brand’s iconic Born to Dare philosophy, the store boasts striking design details, which include the BMC SLR01 bicycle on the wall that celebrates the brand’s partnership with Giro d’Italia, a yellow surfboard designed for surfer Nic Von Rupp, and a lifestyle corner with a cosy bar where clients can explore the timepieces at their own pace.

Tudor @ The Exchange TRX 

Address: Lot G.61.A, The Exchange TRX

Opening hours: 10AM to 10PM (Monday to Sunday) 

Contact: +603 4818 8069

Precious blossoms enrich the lush landscape of Diorama & Diorigami

Floral motifs in jewellery may not be groundbreaking but Dior manages to defy expectations with every design. The follow-up to the Diorama & Diorigami collection unveiled earlier this year sees artistic director Victoire de Castellane cultivating her high jewellery garden with references cherished by Christian Dior. A number of creations here, for instance, are adorned with delicate flowers resembling subtle origami, recalling the pleats of the iconic Bar suit.

Franck Muller unveils the latest iteration of the Round Skeleton

Franck Muller continues to bridge the realms of watches and jewellery with the Round Skeleton Baguette in 31mm. A dazzling addition to the brand’s Round range, the Asia Pacific-exclusive collection features hand-set baguette diamonds or coloured stones. It, however, maintains the technical details of its predecessor despite the minimised openworked movement for the smaller case—compared to the previous 39mm and 42mm versions—including the four-day power reserve. 

Chaumet unlocks a crowning achievement with Aphrodite

Leave it to Chaumet to craft a modern regalia that transcends eras. Famed for its legacy of crafting exquisite pieces for royalty, notably Empress Joséphine of France, the Parisian jeweller has delivered yet another jewellery marvel fit for a queen. Inspired by an early 20th-century gouache study and an archival piece in nickel silver, the diamond-studded Aphrodite tiara is subsequently updated with a minimalistic design that’s defined by its clean and sinuous lines. 

Louis Vuitton reaches cruising altitude with Montgolfière Aero

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s the Montgolfière Aéro. Endlessly enthralled by the art of travel, Louis Vuitton has crafted two horological objects that pay homage to the 1906 Aéro Trunk—a cutting-edge piece that was attached to the basket of a hot air balloon. These limited-edition balloons, crafted from transparent glass or precious wood, feature a Swiss mechanical clock and rest atop a miniature trunk, which discreetly houses the movement’s winding mechanism.

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