Diwali 2025: Time outshines through a Collector’s Lens

Every Diwali, light takes center stage, in our homes, our rituals, our gifts. But for true collectors, light isn’t found in gold alone. It’s found in the quiet shimmer of a sapphire crystal, the slow sweep of a second hand, and the brilliance of craftsmanship that stands the test of time. This year, Art of Time celebrates Diwali through a collector’s lens,  showcasing luxury watches in India that embody artistry, precision, and meaningThe Collector’s Edit

Cartier has always understood that true luxury lies in detail. The Tressage Watch is a quiet expression of that idea. Crafted in 18-karat gold, the case frames a woven dial that catches light in soft, shifting tones. The pattern feels alive, delicate yet deliberate, a reflection of Cartier’s hand-finished artistry. Inside, the movement keeps time with quiet confidence, just as the design holds its poise without asking for attention. The Tressage doesn’t try to impress; it simply reminds you that refinement is best felt, not shown.

Bvlgari has long mastered the art of blending architectural precision with sensual design. Bvlgari’s Octo Finissimo embodies that balance effortlessly, its octagonal case defined by sharp lines and a quiet sense of modernity. Paired with a rich brown leather strap, it radiates refined strength, a watch that speaks in understatement rather than volume.

Alongside it, the Bvlgari Bvlgari Watch channels a bolder spirit. The deep green dial and matching leather strap create a vivid connection to nature, while the luminous finish gives it a quiet energy on the wrist. Together, these limited edition watches reflect two sides of artisanal watchmaking, one minimalist and architectural, the other expressive and organic. Both capture what makes Bvlgari one of the most respected luxury watch brands among collectors who see design as the purest form of timekeeping.

IWC Schaffhausen turns precision into poetry. The Portugieser Perpetual Calendar 44 in rose gold captures light with quiet grace, its round dial reflecting life’s cyclical rhythm. Gold-plated hands glide across a moon-phase display that feels both technical and tender. Inside, the Calibre 52610 movement tracks every detail - date, day, month, year and with flawless consistency. For collectors, this is more than a perpetual calendar watches; it’s a work of artisanal watchmaking that balances intellect with emotion. Time here isn’t counted, it’s composed.

The Omega Seamaster Diver 300M captures the spirit of adventure with effortless elegance. Its bronze-gold case, ceramic wave dial, and 300-metre water resistance reflect both strength and refinement. Powered by the Co-Axial Master Chronometer Calibre 8800, it embodies a luxury lifestyle rooted in precision and purpose. A creation of true artisanal watchmaking, it balances performance with quiet confidence, built for journeys, yet made for celebration.

Roger Dubuis turns mechanics into theatre. The Orbis in Machina The Central Monotourbillon commands attention with its floating tourbillon, red strap and gold caseback, a bold expression of skeletonised watches at its most dramatic. The Excalibur Monobalancier, crafted in EON gold, reveals the heartbeat of its openworked movement with striking clarity. Bearing the Poinçon de Genève, it stands among the finest limited edition watches, where precision and emotion move in perfect sync.

Each watch in this curation reflects a different side of the collector ~ the aesthete, the innovator, the engineer, the adventurer, the visionary. Together, they embody what exclusive watches for collectors should be: purposeful, personal, and enduring.

This Diwali, Art of Time celebrates luxury watches in India that go beyond trends, creations made to last, not follow. Let your wrist carry that spirit of light and legacy, where craftsmanship meets character in perfect harmony.