Top 10 watch trends for 2026 at Watches & Wonders; FerriFirenze Brings a World of Colour to Doha

   
 
 

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Top 10 watch trends for 2026 at Watches & Wonders

At Watches & Wonders 2026, watchmaking trends reflected a shift toward fewer but more refined and expressive timepieces. Ultra-luxury continued to dominate, with complicated, limited-edition watches taking centre stage.

1) Ultra-luxury
• The industry is doubling down on high-end, low-volume watches.
• Complicated, collectible pieces (like tourbillons and limited editions) are getting most of the attention.
Big picture: fewer watches, but far more expensive luxury is concentrating at the top end.

2) Heritage revival (but modernized)
This is about “neo-vintage”: familiar design, modern execution.

3) Smaller, more wearable case sizes
• The oversized watch era is clearly fading. Gender-neutral sizing
• Sweet spot: 36–39mm cases. Everyday wearability
4) Bold dials & expressive design
• Color is everywhere: Green, blue, pastel, stone textures
• Playful or patterned dials (like Rolex’s “Jubilee” dial)
Watches are becoming more fashion-forward and expressive.

5)Jewelry-meets-watch (especially for women)
• Big push into hybrid jewellery watches:
o Diamond-set pieces
o Bracelet-style watches
o Smaller elegant profiles
• Growing female collector market is driving this.
Expect more crossover between haute joaillerie and horology.

6) Materials innovation & lightweight tech
• Titanium, skeletonization, and new alloys are trending. 
 Goal: lighter watches with technical visual appeal.

7) Stone, meteorite & textured dials
• Exotic materials are everywhere:
o Meteorite
o Aventurine
o Obsidian
Adds uniqueness and collectability.

8) Integrated bracelets (still evolving)
• The “sports watch with integrated bracelet” trend isn’t going away.
o More refined
o Slimmer
o Dressier

9) Anniversary & storytelling pieces
• Brands are leaning heavily into milestones and heritage narratives.
Emotional storytelling is becoming as important as specs.

10) Personalization & versatility
• Interchangeable straps
• Multi-style watches (sport + dress crossover)
• Pieces designed for different occasions in one watch
Reflects a broader trend: fewer watches, but more versatile ones.
 
 

Company News

 

FerriFirenze Brings a World of Colour to Doha

FerriFirenze brought a world of colour to Doha as it showcased its latest creations through an exclusive pop-up at Place Vendôme Mall, where visitors discovered and purchased the brand’s newly launched Light and Trilly collections, alongside other designs. Light was conceived as an everyday fine jewellery wardrobe featuring rings, earrings and pendants set with colourful sapphires in gold. The gemstones rotated gently, creating a floating illusion. Meanwhile, Trilly explored kinetic design, with gems that shifted subtly, enhancing brilliance and light while reflecting modern luxury and Florentine heritage together beautifully crafted pieces that captivated audiences throughout exhibition.
 

Where Time Becomes Art: Montegrappa Celebrates Creativity

Montegrappa celebrated World Art Day on April 15th by honoring the essence of art and time. Emphasizing patience and mindfulness, the brand highlighted the dedication of its master artisans in crafting each creation. The Arte collection was born from a deep dialogue with great artists of history, with their works reinterpreted on meticulously hand-painted pens. Each piece became unique, requiring up to a year of careful craftsmanship. Through this process, Montegrappa transformed writing instruments into artistic expressions, reflecting tradition, precision, and a profound respect for creativity and enduring artistic heritage.
 
 

Product Launch

 

Chopard Unveils “Caroline’s Garden”: A Blooming Tribute to Nature

Chopard unveils its latest jewellery collections at Watches and Wonders Geneva 2026, highlighted by the enchanting Caroline’s Garden. Inspired by Caroline Scheufele’s love of nature, the collection captures the beauty of a dreamlike garden through vibrant, bloom-inspired creations. Cocktail rings feature striking central stones such as sapphires, emeralds, and tanzanites, enhanced by an innovative scalloping setting that evokes delicate petals. The collection also includes lightweight titanium rings and earrings, fully set with colourful gemstones and diamonds. Expertly crafted, these pieces blend softness, brilliance, and comfort, reflecting Chopard’s exceptional savoir-faire and artistic vision.
 

The Perlée Collection by Van Cleef & Arpels

The Perlée collection, born in 2008, showcased Van Cleef & Arpels’ signature golden bead motif, a defining element of its creative heritage. Arranged in single or multiple rows, the precious spheres created rounded, sculptural volumes that evolved over time. The collection introduced new rings in yellow, rose, and white gold, where elegant curves intertwined with diamonds and colored gemstones, allowing refined layering and pairing. Golden beads of varying sizes encircled the finger in harmonious graduation, enhanced by diamonds selected under strict quality standards. With meticulous craftsmanship and intricate settings, the collection reflected the Maison’s dedication to light, form, and timeless elegance.
 

Discover Palmiero’s Rays of Sun: A Desert-Inspired High Jewellery Collection

Palmiero’s Rays of Sun high jewellery collection was inspired by the sun’s rays touching desert dunes and creating a mirage effect. The designs captured the energy of light, leaving alternating impressions of brilliance and a delicate sandy texture on the surface. The shapes appeared to be drawn on the body as if they were naturally born from it. This distinctive aesthetic created an enduring allure, designed to transcend trends and reflect a timeless harmony between light, form, and the organic beauty of the desert landscape.
 

The Angel Cut: A New Era of Light by Jacob & Co.

Jacob & Co. introduces the Angel Cut, a patented diamond design launched for its 40th anniversary. Created by Jacob Arabo, it reflects decades of innovation in jewelry and watchmaking. The cut features 37 facets symbolizing his 37-year marriage to Angela. It solves a gemological challenge by improving light return in rectangular stones while maintaining elegance and yield. Using a lozenge-shaped table and stepped rectangular outline, it precisely controls light behavior. The result is a crisp, fluid, and dimensional sparkle. The Angel Cut represents both technical mastery and a personal tribute to love, partnership, and creative vision in high jewelry design.
 

Roger Dubuis Unveils the Excalibur Biretrograde Calendar in Cosmic Blue

Roger Dubuis expands its biretrograde collection with a Cosmic Blue Excalibur Calendar. This 40 mm steel timepiece features a sporty yet elegant design, highlighted by a striking blue dial inspired by the night sky. Its signature biretrograde display shows day and date with dynamic, skeletonized hands. Powered by the RD840 automatic calibre, it offers a 60-hour power reserve and meets the prestigious Poinçon de Genève standards. Crafted with meticulous hand-finishing and multiple techniques, the watch blends precision, performance, and aesthetics, embodying the Maison’s dedication to fine watchmaking and contemporary sophistication.
 

Arnold & Son Unveils Ultrathin Tourbillon Onyx Edition in Red Gold and Platinum

The Ultrathin Tourbillon Red Gold or Platinum, Onyx Edition highlighted one of the thinnest flying tourbillons on the market, offered in 5N red gold or platinum and limited to eight pieces. Its dial revealed the deep intensity of onyx, enhancing the visible rotation of the tourbillon at 6 o’clock. Inspired by the legacy of John Arnold and 18th-century master watchmakers, the piece continued a tradition of technical innovation and fine stone craftsmanship. The 41.50 mm case featured a slim bezel and sapphire crystal, while the main and subdials in polished onyx emphasized a mysterious, refined expression of modern horology.
 

Kayaa Jewels: Redefining Modern Luxury from Dubai

Kayaa Jewels, a Dubai-based fine jewellery brand, is redefining modern luxury for a new generation through sustainability and accessibility. The brand offers contemporary designs crafted with lab-grown diamonds, providing ethical alternatives to traditional stones. Its vision is to create timeless, personal and attainable jewellery designed for everyday wear, blending elegance with ease. By combining 18k gold with next-generation diamonds, Kayaa promotes conscious craftsmanship in modern jewellery. Founded by Aashna Sanghvi, a fifth-generation diamantaire, the brand bridges heritage and innovation, with each piece inspired by “Hikaya,” meaning story, encouraging clients to express their own unique narratives.
 
 

Exhibitions & Events

 

IGJS Jaipur 2026 Strengthens India’s Position as Global Sourcing Hub

The International Gem & Jewellery Show (IGJS) Jaipur 2026, organised by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), was held in Jaipur from April 9 to 11, 2026, bringing together leading Indian manufacturers and global buyers. The event strengthened India’s position as a key sourcing destination for the global gem and jewellery trade. This edition featured 85 companies across 110 booths, with over 230 international buyers from 30 countries, including the USA, UK, Europe, Latin America, Oceania, MENA, Russia, and the CIS region. The show was inaugurated by Shri Sanjay Gupta alongside other distinguished dignitaries and officials.
 
 
 
 

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