Nigeria’s foremost luxury goods company, Polo was live in Geneva, Switzerland, to witness the remarkable watch novelties and innovations showcased at Watches and Wonders Geneva, the largest watch exhibition in the world.
Executive director of Polo, Jennifer Obayuwana, shared her profound perspective after experiencing the novelties firsthand in Switzerland, stating, “Watches and Wonders is the high point of our industry. This year, we saw a return to classic watch sizes and a push towards interchangeable bracelets. Rolex made an all-18-carat gold deep sea debut and an exquisite new 1908 in Platinum.’’
In a statement, the company said that from April 9 to 15, Geneva was immersed in the rhythms of watchmaking as the most prestigious Maisons in horology gathered to discover the wonders and unique innovations unveiled by nearly 50 watch brands, delving deep into the realm of watchmaking elegance.
According to the statement, “Rolex’s lineup exemplifies the brand’s unwavering commitment to excellence. From the iconic GMT-Master II to the sophisticated Oyster Perpetual Sky-Dweller, each timepiece embodies a harmonious balance of materials, colours, and textures, showcasing Rolex’s mastery of horological expertise and dedication to uncompromising quality. Cartier seamlessly blurs the lines between reality and imagination with its array of enchanting timepieces, ranging from the versatile Reflection De Cartier to the innovative Santos De Cartier collection.
“Other notable brands released novelties, including Piaget, which commemorates its 150th anniversary with groundbreaking achievements like the Altiplano Ultimate Concept; IWC, unveiling re-engineered classics such as the Portugieser Automatic 42; Chopard, showcasing refined craftsmanship with pieces like the Mille Miglia Classic Chronograph; Frederique Constant, introducing sleek additions like the Manufacture Classic Date; and Montblanc, merging tradition with modernity with 1858 The Unveiled Minerva Monopusher Chronograph Limited Edition.”