
Chris Hall
Chris Hall is a freelance writer and editor specialising in watches and luxury. Formerly Senior Watch Editor for Mr Porter, his work has been published in the New York Times, Financial Times, Esquire, Wired, Wallpaper* and many other titles. He is also the founder of The Fourth Wheel, a weekly newsletter dedicated to the world of watches.
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No roads, no cars, no problem: Norman Foster and Porsche collaborate on transportation hub in Venice
There are famously no roads in the Italian city of Venice, but that hasn't stopped Porsche from co-designing a transportation hub in time for the Architecture Biennale.
By Chris Hall Published
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The Swatch ScubAqua collection is ‘a Woolworths pick-and-mix counter for your wrist’
The 1990s wasn't horology’s most glittering decade, but with the decade firmly back in style, watchmakers are keen to give it all another go.
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Materials, textures, construction, expression: A Brutalist watch on your wrist
Luxury watchmakers are seeking to bridge the gap between two contrasting styles, with exciting results.
By Chris Hall Published
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Jumping hours, guichets and visual theatre: The biggest trend from Watches and Wonders explained
Miniature window displays replaced traditional watch hands at this year's Watches and Wonders fair.
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Everything you need to know about the stealth red carpet tease and Breitling’s new Top Time B31 watch — as seen on Austin Butler’s wrist
In the space of a month, Breitling has signed Austin Butler as a brand ambassador, launched a new collection and snapped up a dormant brand.
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How sport achieved global domination — and the luxury brands that followed in pursuit of gold
Sport is now a prime target for luxury brands and if they play it right there’s a multi-billion dollar prize waiting for them at the finish line.
By Chris Hall Published