Jakarta, 19 October 2016 – A night of class and heritage, Time International recently celebrated the legendary collaboration between two giants in watchmaking and luxury leather goods by presenting the Hublot Classic Fusion Berluti at Berluti’s Plaza Indonesia boutique. At the event, guests and media friends witnessed the distinct coming together of Berluti’s emblematic Venezia leather and its great patina, with Hublot’s innovation in watchmaking.
The breathtaking Hublot Classic Fusion Berluti All Black in ceramic and Hublot Classic Fusion Berluti Scritto in rose gold were presented at the event. The fusion of expertise sets these limited edition pieces apart with their bold, distinctive personalities. Both Hublot and Berluti worked as modern day alchemists to breathe character and soul into these watches. In celebration of the Parisian shoemaker’s 120th birthday in 2015, the Classic Fusion model was adorned with an array of sophisticated straps and dials. The artful combination of the watch, and the shoes exemplify elegance – defining the spirit of the classic gentleman.
At the event, guests discovered the highest quality of craftsmanship from both Hublot and Berluti while enjoying canapés, cocktails, and champagne. Ryan Au from Berluti Hong Kong, and Petrus Teddy from Berluti Indonesia,showcased Berluti’s expertise in mastering Patina. They demonstrated the patient is massaging of the leather with essential oils, as Berluti’s Venezia leather absorbs natural pigments and various waxes.
It is this great and naturally supple leather with a patina that Hublot used to dress its dials. Hublot and Berluti together make a truly unique collaboration: the master watchmaker and the luxury leather house, a combination that defines true excellence and the distinctive style of the distinguished male.
HUBLOT CLASSIC FUSION BERLUTI ALL BLACK
In its eminent monochrome, jet-black style, this new collector’s edition has a Nero Grigio Venezia handmade strap inspired by the art of scarification, marked with the signature “Gaspard” incision of the Berluti House. The 45 mm black ceramic case contains a HUB1100 mechanical self-winding movement with a Nero Grigio leather dial signed by Berluti. This model has been issued sparsely, in a limited edition of 500.
HUBLOT CLASSIC FUSION BERLUTI SCRITTO
The straps of the 250 model limited edition Hublot Classic Fusion Berluti Scritto are expertly carved from Venezia Scritto calf leather with writing inspired by 18th-century calligraphy. The bold artist, Olga Berluti, was enthused to present a homage to this calligraphy engraved in leather. The tobacco bis hued leather that also gilds the dial,strikes the perfect poise with the warm nuances of Hublot’s King Gold.
RITUAL
The Classic Fusion straps have been created via the same dedicated procedure as Berluti shoe leather: from patterning, shaping, cutting and assembling the pieces of leather, to the mounting of the strap and lacquering. Each strap is enviably exclusive. The timepieces are presented in Venezia leather settings of Nero Grigio and tobacco bis colours. The Berluti waxed and brushed objects are an invitation to a ritual, an observance of brilliance.
Give a man little shoes and a beautiful watch, and he can conquer the world.
ABOUT HUBLOT
“Hublot—a different way to move ahead,” say the connoisseurs of this unique Swiss watchmaking house, where every moment flows into the next at lightning speed. A dream, growth that was initiated and developed by Jean-Claude Biver, Chairman of Hublot with Ricardo Guadalupe, CEO that have made this brand a real success story—including Big Bang, King Power and Classic Fusion that symbolise a forward-looking tradition. From great watchmaking complications, via research and the manufacture of new materials, to collaborations at a global level such as the FIFA World Cup™ and Ferrari, Hublot represents the “Art of Fusion”, between traditional watchmaking and avant-garde techniques, between the past and the future. On a commercial level, Hublot has more than 70 exclusive stores in 39 countries at the most prestigious addresses (Geneva, Cannes, Saint-Tropez, Paris, London, Berlin, Moscow, New York, Miami, Beverly Hills, Las Vegas, Singapore, Shanghai, Beijing, Hong Kong, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Kuala Lumpur, Ginza, Frankfurt, Zermatt, etc.). For more information about Hublot, please visit Hublot.com.
ABOUT BERLUTI
The foundations of Berluti date back to Paris in 1895 and have been built by four generations of the Berluti family, who cultivated exceptional know-how in the mastery of the last making, a deep understanding of excelence footwear and a passion for leather and patina. Berluti today is more than a bootmaker, in 2005 beautiful leather goods were introduced and, in 2011, with the appointment of Artistic Director, Alessandro Sartori, a complete clothing collection.
Today, made-to-measure or ready-to-wear clothing collections offer an innovative alternative while remaining firmly rooted in the Berluti ethos. Staying true to its traditions, the House is turning its shoemaking expertise to menswear. Attention to detail and compliance with the rules of cutting and assembly are the cornerstone of Berluti’s knowledge.
Berluti has had stores in many capital cities since 2013, with its Maison openings in Paris, London, Shanghai, Tokyo and, most recently, New York. The tailoring know-how of Arnys workshops has been deployed to create the “Grande Mesure” fully bespoke tailoring service, supplementing the House’s shoemaking expertise and opening up unlimited horizons with the option of a head-to-toe bespoke wardrobe.
ABOUT TIME INTERNATIONAL
A leading brand builder and retail organisation, Time International prides itself on its commitment to the promotion and appreciation of horological culture, luxury fashion, and lifestyle. Founded in the 1960s and currently managed by its second generation, Time International manages and operates both multi-brand retail stores – including leading watch retailers The Time Place, INTime, Urban Icon, and @Time – as well as mono-brand boutiques for several of the world’s most renowned brands, among them Rolex, Chanel, Cartier, TAG Heuer, Fendi, Fossil, Tory Burch, Liebeskind, Chopard, DIESEL, PONEY and most recently, Project X.
Renowned as an inspiring place to work in, the company enhances the well-being of its employees and nurtures the talents behind the business while also upholding its history of excellent service. With its unparalleled position in the market, Time International is also committed to giving back to society. The company is dedicated to keeping its long-held high standards of quality Marketing Expertise and Customer Relations.
Time International has the largest service centre in Jakarta, Time Care and Watch Care, complete with state-of the-art technology providing professional after-sales care for all brands sold from the retail outlets. For more information, visit www.timeinternational.co.id.