Presented with a strong emphasis on visuals and easily digestible content, Singapore Tatler Jewels & Time appeals to a wide profile among the society set here – from the sophisticated watch collector to veritable fashion tastemakers to the next generation of style elites who are starting to develop a passion for collecting precious jewellery and timepieces.

Singapore Tatler Jewels & Time

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ON THE COVER

NEWS

PERFECT TEN • For the past decade, Ion Orchard has been a shining beacon on Orchard Road, enticing luxury consumers with its watch and jewellery offerings. We take a walk down memory lane to trace the notable moments for the shopping mall

Watches • WHAT IS TICKING IN THE WATCH INDUSTRY?

YACHT PARTY • The new, dashing Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 42 is ready to join the brand’s ranks of sporty and functional Professional models

WRITING HISTORY • The Patek Philippe Calatrava Weekly Calendar Ref 5212A gives a new dimension to the term “hand-finishing”

DEFINED BY DETAILS • The Code 11.59 collection is an exercise in subtlety, and expresses a different side of Audemars Piguet

TIES THAT BIND • Chanel’s short years in watchmaking belie the breadth of expertise now gathered under its roof. We chart its horological arm’s growth in the 20 years since the release of the original J12

A LONG ROAD TRAVELLED • TAG Heuer’s popular Monaco wasn’t always as well-received as it is today—as the watch turns 50 this year, let us recount how it beat the odds and gained iconic status

BEATING ALL ODDS • Zenith’s new Defy Inventor proves that limits do not exist

OFF TO THE RACES • The new Galop d’Hermès watch shows what is possible when an outsider takes the design reins at Hermès

ATTENTION GRABBING • Every year, thousands of creations are launched in Switzerland at the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie and Baselworld watch fairs. This year is no exception. Many of these new offerings, while handsome and worthy of investment, are tried-and-tested. But these few caught our eyes for good reasons

MAKE IT SWEET • From the modern and minimal to the smart and sophisticated, these women’s watches are the latest essential accessories

Jewellery • THE BRIGHTEST AND SHINIEST DAZZLERS THIS SEASON

LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT • Quilting has become an integral part of the Chanel style, as seen in the latest additions to its Coco Crush collection

OBJECTS OF FANTASY • The ultimate expression of creativity and artistry in jewellery-making is found uniquely in haute joaillerie—get set to be captivated by the finest that were unveiled in 2019

Features • THE TRENDS AND KEY ISSUES OF THE WATCH AND JEWELLERY WORLD

YOUTH RISING • Millennials will make up half of the world’s luxury consumers in a few years’ time. We quiz three young watch and jewellery buffs on the factors that will affect their decision to purchase

Homeground Advantage • Tatler 10 Singapore’s Best Jewellers showcases the creme de la creme of local jewellery design

ON HOME GROUND • We celebrate the talented creatives on the Tatler 10 Singapore’s Best Jewellers list 2019

WHAT A CHARMER

PROGRESSIVE CHANGES

A NEW DAWN

IN LIVING COLOUR • Diamonds are beautiful but coloured gemstones open up a whole new dimension. Local jeweller Madly demonstrates its potential with its vibrantly hued creations

RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

Directory

TWO’S COMPANY • French contemporary artist Marc Ferrero pays homage to the 21st-century woman in his collaboration with Hublot