The 25th edition of the renowned Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) showcases 90 exceptional timepieces across 15 categories, reaffirming its role as the “Oscars of watchmaking.” This year’s selection reflects the jury’s ever-growing appreciation for diversity, creativity, and the fusion of horological excellence with artistic expression.
Ladies’ Watch: The perfect example of the Union between Watchmaking and Jewelry
Among the most captivating categories is the Ladies’ Watch, where the nominees exemplify the evolving relationship between watchmaking and jewelry. Standout pieces include Tiffany & Co.’s Bird on a Rock Legacy Tanzanite, a dazzling tribute to gemstone artistry, and Gérald Genta’s Gentissima Oursin Fire Opal, which merges bold design with vibrant gemsetting. Piaget’s Sixtie and Louis Vuitton’s Tambour Convergence Platinum also highlight refined aesthetics and technical precision tailored for feminine elegance.
Ladies’ Complication: Innovation and Decorative Sophistication
The Ladies’ Complication category pushes boundaries even further, featuring watches that combine impressive mechanical solutions with decorative sophistication and bold aesthetic choices. Hermès’ Cut Le Temps Suspendu and Chopard’s Imperiale Four Seasons are prime examples of how complications—like suspended time or seasonal motifs—can be rendered poetically. Jacob & Co.’s Mystery Tourbillon, though controversial for its size and full diamond design, underscores the tension between spectacle and substance in women’s haute horologerie.
A further step towards the Fusion of Jewelry and Watchmaking
In recent years, the GPHG jury has shown increasing sensitivity to the fusion of jewelry and watchmaking, particularly in women’s watches. Their commentary suggests a desire for more than ornamental excess; they seek authentic integration, where gemsetting enhances mechanical artistry and doesn’t just overshadow it.
Other Categories: Union of Elegance and Functionality
The undeniable bond between jewelry and timepieces is also clear with regard to watches considered in other categories. This is evident in the time-only category for two stunning and refined pieces: Tasaki’s Face of TASAKI, which uses black mother-of-pearl to create a subtle yet luxurious dial, and Piaget’s Andy Warhol Clou de Paris Edition, which blends pop art inspiration with minimalist elegance.
Conclusion: A New Perspective on Women’s Watches
Overall, the 2025 GPHG nominations reflect a maturing perspective on women’s watches—not merely as scaled-down versions of men’s models, but as distinct canvases for innovation, storytelling, and craftsmanship. The jury’s choices celebrate watches that are both technically accomplished and artistically resonant, reinforcing the idea that contemporary women’s horology is where jewelry and timekeeping truly converge.
Announcement of the Winners
The winners will be announced on the 13rd of November, during a prestigious ceremony at the Bâtiment des Forces Motrices in Geneva, which promises to be as interesting and surprise-filled as ever.
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