WOW Singapore - Issue 72

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Issue 72 might be the first issue of WOW for 2024 but it is also the last to feature the novelties of 2023. Join us for a loupe back on the best we all missed while drinking in the glory of the all-new Blancpain Villeret Perpetual Calendar on the cover.

A STITCH IN TIME

The 2023 Rolex Awards for Enterprise stands behind Denica Riadini-Flesch and her efforts to improve the lives of Indonesia's marginalised women through ethical clothing brand SukkhaCitta

4 mins

MIAMI WATCH

The roving watch fair known as LVMH Watch Week finds its way to Miami, and hints at brighter things to come

7 mins

Keeping It Real

Technology proves to be a solid tool for luxury watch brands in their fight against mounting cases of fake timepieces and watch thefts

7 mins

Eureka!

Although yellow gold is perennially on the verge of being the next big thing, it has never been trendy. This might be because it has been trending all along...

10 mins

MINING TIME

Glashütte sprung up thanks to a rush for silver but it was watchmaking that would come to define the name, and give it hope for a brighter future

8 mins

Warm Glow

German silver is inextricably tied with watchmaking in Glashütte, especially at A. Lange & Söhne. We explore the virtues of the alloy and learn why the manufacture is so committed to it

3 mins

Celestial Complexities

From devising proxies to approximate a far more complex reality, to developing timepieces that do the same, we've always sought to simplify the ways we mark the passage of time. Blancpain's new perpetual calendar timepiece is, perhaps, the perfect microcosm of these efforts

10+ mins

FOR THE RECORD

Pundits are protesting the Powermatic 80 and Tissot but their criticisms fall short of the mark

4 mins

Better Tomorrow

The revised Rolex Oyster Perpetual Sky-Dweller opens new frontiers for the brand and represents unique opportunities for collectors

2 mins

CELEBRATING ANGULARITY

Bell & Ross debuts the BR 03 Cyber Ceramic, an anachronistic tribute to the digital age

2 mins

Secret Signatures

The Breguet Classique 7637 is a delight for both the ear and the eye, being that it is a minute repeater. It also gives you something to feel in its fluted case band

2 mins

SNAPPING BACK

A powerful showcase for a one-of-a-kind constant force mechanism, the Girard-Perregaux Neo Constant Escapement is now available for everyone

2 mins

FULLY BAKED

H. Moser & Cie responds to red-hot demand for the Streamliner with a new iteration, the Streamliner Small Seconds Blue Enamel

2 mins

Pure Mannerism

The Parmigiani Fleurier L'Armoriale pocket watch is a unique grand complication that is both a result of Michel Parmigiani's craft as well as a birthday present to him

3 mins

FULLY OPERATIONAL

With the Freak One OPS, Ulysse Nardin opens up further vistas to its iconic Freak range

2 mins

FOUR POINTS

The tourbillon comes to the Defy Skyline collection in an entirely new reference with a strong visual presence

2 mins

Centralised Power

Longines presents a unique take on the humble power reserve indicator with its Conquest Central Power Reserve model

2 mins

Heights Of Adventure

Luminox celebrates Bear Grylls' first ascent of Everest with a limited edition 3730 series watch

2 mins

SHINING STAR

With the DiaStar Original Skeleton, Rado challenges the wearer to be go forth and be bold

2 mins

The Unusual Suspects

With reality setting in for hype watches, we present our annual look at potential trendsetters of the (near) future. These also represent some of our forgotten favourites of 2023

10+ mins

SHINE ON

Gem-set complicated watches are no longer overlooked or spurned. High watchmaking with a generous serving of precious stones is all the rage...

7 mins

The Conversation: Window Dressing

The editors of Singapore, Thailand and Malaysia discuss the virtues and drawbacks of the exhibition caseback. In this 14th instalment of The Conversation, they have finally found something worth really disagreeing about

10+ mins

NARRATIVE ARCS

Parmigiani Fleurier CEO Guido Terreni talks about the importance of watch fairs, the multibrand retail experience and the feeling of wearing an excellent timepiece

9 mins

CROWNING GLORY

Franck Muller takes another step in cementing themselves in Asia with the launch of their flagship boutique in Kuala Lumpur. CEO Nicholas Rudaz elaborates

6 mins

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WOW Singapore Magazine Description:

WOW Singapore Magazine is a quarterly lifestyle magazine that covers the best of Singapore, from food and travel to fashion and design. The magazine is known for its stunning photography and informative articles on a wide range of topics, including:

* Food: WOW Singapore Magazine covers the best restaurants in Singapore, as well as the latest food trends and culinary innovations. The magazine also features recipes from top chefs and tips for cooking and entertaining at home.
* Travel: WOW Singapore Magazine inspires you to explore the best of Singapore, with in-depth travel guides and reviews of hotels, attractions, and activities. The magazine also features articles on Singapore's culture and history.
* Fashion: WOW Singapore Magazine showcases the latest fashion trends from the world's top designers, as well as the best places to shop for luxury goods in Singapore. The magazine also features profiles of Singaporean designers and fashion brands.
* Design: WOW Singapore Magazine covers the latest design trends in Singapore, from interior design to architecture to product design. The magazine also features profiles of Singaporean designers and design studios.

WOW Singapore Magazine is a must-read for anyone who wants to get the most out of their time in Singapore. The magazine provides readers with a unique perspective on the best that Singapore has to offer, as well as insights from leading chefs, travel experts, fashion designers, and interior designers.