Simply Abu Dhabi XXVIII

N ovember is now firmly established in the global watch industry’s calendar for one of the most impressive, diverse and well-executed horology events of the year: the Dubai Watch Week. The third edition of Dubai Watch Week, held between 16 and 20November at the Dubai International Financial Centre, was held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa Bint Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice Chairman of Dubai Culture & Arts Authority. The event brings together a richly varied and prestigious collection of luxury watch brands with talented watchmakers, dedicated collectors and watch experts from the media. Dubai WatchWeek shines a spotlight on the craftsmanship, innovation and excellence that distinguish the watch industry in the Middle East. Dubai Watch Week is organised and curated by Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons, the Middle East’s most widely respected and trusted distributors of luxury watches and jewellery. With a crackshot team includingMelika Yazdjerdi, Senior Marketing & Communications Director, Hind Abdul Hamied Seddiqi, Chief Marketing & Communication Officer, Mohammed Abdulmagied Seddiqi, Chief Commercial Officer, Pascal O. Ravessoud, Director of Missions & Secretary General of the Cultural Foundation de la Haute Horlogerie (FHH), Remy Julia, Christie’s Watch Specialist and Alan Marzo, Diplomatic Advisor, Embassy of Switzerland – UAE, the ongoing success of the event is assured. The mission of Dubai Watch Week is “To create opportunities for discussion, and encourage the transfer of knowledge and craftsmanship to the next generation of watchmakers and master craftsmen and women alike,” and it achieves this in fine style. The workshops, seminars, product presentations and social events all combine to make the perfect platform for some of the world’s most prestigious watch brands to present their masterpieces to the region. There was a broad array of stunning timepieces, and we have selected three brands that are the epitome of excellence inmodern day haute horology. 9 5 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I Dubai Watch Week