Time itself is formless, yet the timepieces that carry it—whether watches, pocket watches, or even necklace watches—take on shape, offering both impression and inspiration. Piaget, renowned for its expertise in “shape within shape” design, once again takes center stage at the 2025 Geneva Watch & Wonders Exhibition with the debut of its new Sixtie collection. The collection emphasizes “trapezoidal aesthetics” and elevates the concept of time into an art form, utilizing stunning gemstones and intricate engraving techniques, asserting Piaget’s mastery in sculpting the intangible nature of time into miniature masterpieces.
In the 1960s and 1970s, the quartz revolution and the introduction of the Beta 21 movement brought about a new era of precise and compact quartz-powered timepieces, revolutionizing Swiss watchmaking. However, the dimensions of the Beta 21 movement were not fully compatible with traditional case designs. Piaget, ever the innovator, responded by introducing a stepped case design in the 1960s, which provided a more fitting expression for the smaller size of the movement. Drawing inspiration from a vintage 1960s necklace watch, the new Sixtie collection features a multi-layered case design that is wide at the top and tapers at the bottom, paired with a specially designed bracelet. The result is a harmonious and graceful timepiece that embodies the nostalgia of the 1960s. The collection includes four models: a 29mm rose gold version, a diamond-studded rose gold version, a rose gold and steel version, and a diamond-studded steel version. Additionally, a rose gold diamond long necklace watch is presented. All models are powered by precise quartz movements, with prices ranging from approximately 377,000 to 1.26 million HKD, while the price of the necklace watch is available upon request.
A further testament to Piaget’s “trapezoidal aesthetics” is found in a watch that was beloved by Andy Warhol. In 1972, Piaget introduced a trapezoidal timepiece that would later be acquired by Warhol in 1973. In a recent development, Piaget has officially named the collection the “Andy Warhol Series,” following authorization from the Andy Warhol Foundation. This tribute to the iconic pop artist brings four new models: 18K white gold with black opal, tiger’s eye, green meteorite, and rose gold with white meteorite, all exuding the geometric elegance and nostalgic beauty of the 1960s.
Piaget also continues to push boundaries in high jewelry watch design. The Swinging Sautoir 18K rose gold pink spinel and opal long necklace watch features vibrant gemstones such as pink spinel, white opal, yellow sapphire, diamonds, ruby root beads, and orange carnelian. The necklace can be detached and transformed into a wristwatch, creating a lavish, peacock-like display. This one-of-a-kind piece is limited to a single creation.
The Hidden Treasures collection showcases two stunning models: an 18K rose gold version with courtly “scales” engraving and an 18K white gold version with dynamic, flowing lake-like patterns. The former is decorated with green enamel, while the latter incorporates black opal and eight emeralds. Prices for both pieces are available upon request.
The Essentia collection introduces three new high jewelry watches featuring malachite, turquoise, and black opal, all housed in sculptural, irregularly shaped rose gold cases and bracelets. These striking designs subtly evoke the surrealist essence of Spanish master Salvador Dalí, who once collaborated with Piaget on a series of jewelry and timepieces. Could Piaget be on the verge of revisiting surrealism in its future collections, alongside its collaborations with Andy Warhol? Only time will tell.
