In February 2026, haute horlogerie unveils a captivating array of timepieces that blend technical mastery with contemporary design. From innovative complications and ultra-thin movements to bold, architectural cases and exquisite finishes, this month’s collection celebrates the artistry, precision, and enduring allure of fine watchmaking.
Zenith DEFY Skyline Skeleton – Black Structure
Openworked Architecture | El Primero 3620 SK | Black Ceramic
Zenith’s DEFY Skyline Skeleton redefines contemporary watchmaking with a bold interplay of geometry, light, and shadow. Its openworked dial reveals the El Primero 3620 SK calibre, finished entirely in gold tone, while the 1/10th-of-a-second running indicator completes a rotation every 10 seconds—evoking the perpetual rhythm of a modern cityscape.
The latest black ceramic edition accentuates the watch’s architectural character, contrasting the dark, monolithic case with a gleaming gold-toned movement. A dodecagonal bezel and faceted case further emphasize its sculptural, metropolitan presence, balancing boldness with refined elegance.
Designed for versatility, the timepiece comes with an integrated black ceramic bracelet and an interchangeable black rubber strap, allowing watch connoisseurs to adapt it seamlessly for different urban settings. With its fusion of technical mastery, architectural design, and modern flair, the DEFY Skyline Skeleton embodies the dynamism of contemporary city life.
Mido Multifort TV Big Date – Golden Contrast
Vintage Silhouette | Caliber 80 | Yellow Gold PVD
MIDO unveils a striking new interpretation of the Multifort TV Big Date, where yellow gold tones meet deep black accents in a bold expression of retro-modern design. Inspired by the distinctive silhouette of 1970s television screens, this contemporary revival blends sporty character with refined elegance, asserting a confident and unmistakable identity.
Almost entirely dressed in yellow gold-coloured PVD, the case and bracelet create a luminous monochrome presence. The dial, enhanced by a black gradient and horizontal brushing, plays with depth and light, while white Super-LumiNova® on the hands and indexes ensures exceptional legibility, day and night. The signature big date at 12 o’clock reinforces the watch’s geometric personality and architectural balance.
At its heart beats the Caliber 80, equipped with a Nivachron™ balance spring and offering up to 80 hours of power reserve. Robust, precise, and engineered for reliability, this Multifort TV Big Date unites vintage inspiration with contemporary mechanical excellence. Delivered with both a yellow gold PVD-coated steel bracelet and an interchangeable black rubber strap, it adapts effortlessly from sporty dynamism to urban sophistication.
Rado Captain Cook R32223408 – Depth & Precision
Maritime Heritage | Calibre R763 | 300m
The Rado Captain Cook R32223408 captures the spirit of adventure through bold design and enduring innovation. Its polished stainless steel case frames a black-to-burgundy gradient dial, where rhodium-coloured indexes and white Super-LumiNova® enhance legibility against shifting tones of depth.
A turning bezel with black high-tech ceramic insert reinforces its robust maritime character, while the box-shaped sapphire crystal and screw-down elements ensure water resistance to 300 metres. The iconic moving anchor symbol and engraved case back pay tribute to Rado’s heritage of technical refinement.
Powered by the automatic Calibre R763 with Nivachron™ hairspring and 80-hour power reserve, the timepiece delivers reliability and resistance to magnetic fields and shocks. Presented with a stainless steel bracelet and additional textile and leather straps, it seamlessly transitions from sport to sophistication.
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Tourbillon – Titanium Radiance
Tourbillon Regulator | Calibre 2160 | Deep Red Dial
Vacheron Constantin enriches its Overseas collection with a titanium tourbillon model distinguished by a striking deep red dial. Combining lightness and strength, grade 5 titanium enhances the sporty elegance of the design while emphasizing its refined technical architecture.
The sunburst satin-brushed dial and lacquered flange highlight the open tourbillon, framed within a bezel inspired by the Maltese cross. Measuring just 10.39 mm thick, the ultra-thin case houses the automatic Calibre 2160, only 5.65 mm in height, featuring a peripheral oscillating weight and 80-hour power reserve.
Finely finished bridges, circular graining, and hand-bevelled details reveal exceptional craftsmanship, while the interchangeable titanium bracelet and additional rubber straps ensure versatility without tools. Certified with the Hallmark of Geneva, this Overseas Tourbillon harmonizes haute horlogerie complexity with contemporary sport-chic refinement.
Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Perpetual Calendar – Perpetual Elegance
Calibre 868 | 70-Hour Power Reserve | Refined Proportions
Jaeger-LeCoultre reinterprets the Master Ultra Thin Perpetual Calendar with subtle modernisation and enhanced performance. Conceived as the quintessential dress watch for the contemporary aesthete, it unites mechanical virtuosity with timeless design.
Maintaining its elegant 39mm profile, the updated case features refined lugs and improved proportions for enhanced comfort. The dial has been carefully rebalanced, with elongated markers, reworked sub-dials, and a more intricate moon phase display reinforcing clarity and harmony. A discreet security zone indicator protects the delicate perpetual mechanism.
Powered by the in-house Calibre 868, now offering a 70-hour power reserve, the movement incorporates technical improvements to optimize efficiency and durability. Available in pink gold or steel, with gradient blue, eggshell, or silver sunray dials, this Master Ultra Thin Perpetual Calendar expresses the enduring pursuit of precision—mechanically and aesthetically.
Dior Grand Soir Automate Étoile Céleste – Celestial Reverie
Diamond Constellation | Mechanical Automaton | White Gold
Dior unveils a poetic interpretation of time with the Grand Soir Automate Étoile Céleste. Crafted in white gold and adorned with over 1,400 diamonds, the 38mm case frames a dreamlike celestial tableau set upon mother-of-pearl.
Clouds, stars, and the iconic 30 Montaigne façade emerge in delicate openwork, while a push button animates two diamond-set stars in a graceful mechanical display. Snow-set stones shimmer across the bezel and case, creating a luminous constellation that transforms the wrist into a night sky.
Powered by a quartz ETA movement paired with a Dior-developed automaton, the timepiece unites technical ingenuity with haute joaillerie artistry. With its interplay of precious materials, celestial symbolism, and refined craftsmanship, the Grand Soir Automate Étoile Céleste embodies Dior’s poetic vision of time.
