Watchmaking by Hermès

Hermès and watchmaking have a long history. In the beginning, the equestrian brand made women's watches and travel clocks. Nevertheless, Hermès has evolved a lot in terms of watchmaking, especially in the choice of its partners, such as Jaeger-Lecoultre or Georges Lenfant, which gave an incredible result between watchmaking and jewellery. But for some years now, the House has been able to transform itself again. Let's learn more about what makes the brand so successful in the watchmaking world.

Models that have become iconic

At the end of the 1970s, Hermès created the workshops of La Montre Hermès SA in Bienne. In this workshop, the brand designs watches with the help of exceptional partners. For the case, Hermès worked for a long time with the Joseph Erard company in Le Noirmont. For the dial, the company worked with Natéber in La Chaux-de-Fonds. These collaborations enabled Hermès to create the iconic Arceau, Cape Cod, Médor and Heure H watches. These timepieces are now recognisable at a glance and convey the brand's creativity. Joseph Erard and Nétéber then joined Hermès completely, in 2012 and 2013 respectively. Over time, La Montre Hermès has been able to carve out a place for itself on the watchmaking scene by increasingly mastering watchmaking know-how.

The incredible work of La Montre Hermès SA

As you will have understood, at La Montre Hermès SA, the work on the dial and the case is of great importance. Indeed, even if certain models may appear simple at first glance, this is not the case and one quickly realises that the shapes proposed and the creativity that emanates from the watches are incredibly advanced. Hermès first works the raw material to roughen it, then cleans and polishes it to give the watches a beautiful finish and the desired shine. The dials, for their part, are often pieces of metal worked using innovative machines that give them relief and geometric shapes. Some dials are dipped in baths to give them a unique colour. The process is meticulous, because a few seconds more and the result will not be perfect. Hermès also works with mother-of-pearl for its dials, a material that requires great delicacy. In a second site, the craftsmen work on the leather to create the bracelets we know and love. Once this work is done, all the components are assembled in Switzerland, more precisely in Brügg.

Hermès watches are an excellent choice if you appreciate craftsmanship and a strong identity. Visit our boutique in Luxembourg to discover all our models.

Hublot: a return to the origins with the Classic Fusion Original

The 80's are not the years that most marked the watchmaking universe, yet at that time the Hublot company made a name for itself. The model that made it famous is now being reissued for the more nostalgic. Let's admire together the evolution of an iconic model that has been able to stand the test of time and adapt to our era: the Classic Fusion Original.

A model from the 1980s

If you were already born or are a true watch enthusiast, you will agree that the 1980s were not the best years for watchmakers. But among the watches worth mentioning and highlighting is a Hublot 36mm yellow gold watch with a smooth and shiny black dial, a rounded bezel with twelve studs like a closed porthole. The whole is completed by a black rubber strap. It marks its time and meets a great success, it is declined in steel, or with a chrono. It eventually disappeared and was reborn from its ashes in 2004, thanks to the avant-garde vision of Jean-Claude Biver. He wanted to highlight the very concept of the watchmaking house by offering exclusive and unique watches that did not use noble materials. The first great successes came with the Big Bang and the Classic Fusion.

The Classic Fusion Original, a watch with a future

This year, Hublot seems to want to combine the past with the future by offering us the new Classic Fusion Original. All the graphic codes have been integrated, although the logo has been modernised. The watches are declined in gold, titanium and ceramic in three sizes that will allow all wrists to enjoy them (33, 38 and 42 mm). The 6 mythical screws that close the bezel are also present. The black dial gives a minimalist look to this timepiece. We let you discover these watches with your own eyes below.

Are you interested in these models? Don't hesitate to ask us for information directly in our shop in Luxembourg.

Decorating your home in winter

Winter is a great time to relax at home, so why not take advantage of it to make your home extra cosy? Molitor presents you with your best allies to create a comforting and warm decoration.

Warm lighting

In winter, the weather is not always very pleasant and there may be a lack of light as the days get shorter. So we tend to turn on the lights. Our advice for even more sparkle and magic: opt for candles, candle holders and crystal chandeliers that will make the light shimmer and spread it in the most beautiful way. The lights will completely change your decoration and create a much more cosy atmosphere. You will never want to leave your house!

Warm-toned creations to bring comfort

As well as cosy plaids and fleecy rugs, consider sculptures and decorative objects in warm, neutral and bright colours that will bring a certain softness. All that's left to do is curl up on your sofa and enjoy those slow-motion moments.

Bouquets to add charm

If you too love to put flowers in your home, you can continue to do so in winter. You can use ranunculus, mimosa and anemone. In addition to delicately perfuming your home, bouquets of flowers will brighten up your decor. To show them off, nothing is too complicated, just use pretty Baccarat or Lalique crystal vases or metal vases from Christofle. A detail that will enhance your room and put a smile on your face!

To discover all our marvellous objects, we invite you to visit our Art of the Table shop. See you soon at the Maison Molitor!