Balancing The Yin And Yang Of Watchmaking

The chief watch designer of Bulgari takes equal inspiration from the natural and technical worlds.

- Lynette Koh

Last July, Bulgari presented a stunning collection of high-jewellery timepieces with gem-set flora and fauna inspired by Mediterranean nature. Don’t be surprised if the brand’s future collections take the shape of blooms found on our very shores.

During LVMH Watch Week, we spotted Bulgari product creation executive director Fabrizio Buonamassa Stigliani walking offhis jet lag. Strolling the verdant grounds of the Capella hotel, he would stop to take photos of plants that had caught his eye.

During our interview later in the day, the Naples-born designer showed us his photographs of wispy spider lilies and vibrant red Heliconias. He marvelled, “The nature here is stunning. It’s like being in the middle of a jungle. These are totally different flowers and trees from Europe.”