30 Years of Haute Horlogerie with an Exceptional Collection
For its participation in Watches and Wonders 2026, Chopard delivered one of the most comprehensive and coherent presentations of the show. On the occasion of the 30th anniversary of its Fleurier Manufacture, the Swiss Maison unveiled a series of creations showcasing both its watchmaking expertise and its jewelry craftsmanship.
While Chopard is often associated with the world of fine jewelry and the Cannes Film Festival, the family-owned manufacture has also established itself over the past decades as a major player in Haute Horlogerie. This 2026 edition of Watches and Wonders provides yet another demonstration of that achievement.
L.U.C XPS Prussian Blue: Elegance in Its Purest Form
Among the most refined novelties is the L.U.C XPS Prussian Blue. This ultra-thin 40 mm watch displays timeless elegance thanks to its sector dial inspired by the 1930s and its magnificent “Prussian Blue” shade.
Its Lucent Steel™ case, a recycled steel developed by Chopard, measures only 7.2 mm in thickness. Inside beats the automatic L.U.C 96.12-L calibre, equipped with a 22-carat gold micro-rotor and Chopard Twin twin-barrel technology, providing a 65-hour power reserve.
COSC-certified as a chronometer, the movement highlights the attention paid to precision, while the small seconds display at 6 o’clock reinforces the aesthetic balance of the watch.
L.U.C Strike One Titanium: Mastering Sound
Chopard also continues its exploration of striking watches with the new L.U.C Strike One Titanium.
Housed in a 40 mm Grade 5 titanium case, this timepiece stands out thanks to its striking-on-the-hour function, which chimes once at every full hour. Its secret lies in a patented system combining a sapphire crystal and a monobloc sapphire gong, allowing for remarkable acoustic performance.
The salmon-colored dial in ethical 18-carat gold is enhanced by a hand-guilloché honeycomb pattern, a tribute to the bee, a historic symbol of the Maison. Through the transparent caseback, the L.U.C 96.32-L manufacture calibre reveals finishing worthy of the Geneva Seal and COSC chronometer certification.
L.U.C Time Traveler One: World Time Reimagined
Designed for modern travelers, the new L.U.C Time Traveler One features a 42 mm ceramicized titanium case and a distinctly contemporary aesthetic.
Limited to only 250 pieces, this watch allows the simultaneous display of all 24 time zones through a particularly legible system of concentric discs. Its khaki dial, inspired by the spirit of exploration, gives a unique personality to this travel complication.
The manufacture L.U.C 01.05-L calibre, visible through the smoked sapphire caseback, delivers a 60-hour power reserve and also benefits from COSC chronometer certification.
L.U.C 1860: The Return of an Icon
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of its manufacture, Chopard revives one of its most emblematic models: the L.U.C 1860.
This new edition preserves the original 36.5 mm dimensions while incorporating the technical advances developed over the past three decades. Its stunning “Bleu Areuse” dial, inspired by a river in the Val-de-Travers region, is crafted from white gold and entirely hand-guilloché.
Powered by the L.U.C 96.40-L calibre, this watch combines some of the industry’s highest distinctions: a gold micro-rotor, Chopard Twin technology, COSC certification, and the prestigious Geneva Seal. A true tribute to the watchmaking roots of the manufacture.
L’Heure du Diamant: When Jewelry Meets Watchmaking
Chopard also celebrates its jewelry heritage with several new references in the L’Heure du Diamant collection.
The Maison notably introduces a white ethical gold model featuring a mother-of-pearl dial surrounded by a spectacular diamond-set bezel arranged in a floral motif. Other versions feature deep black onyx dials or a new integrated bracelet inspired by family archive designs from the 1960s.
These creations perfectly illustrate Chopard’s philosophy: combining mechanical excellence with the art of gem-setting and high jewelry craftsmanship.
Precious Lace: Lace Transformed into Jewelry
The Precious Lace collection is enriched with new creations inspired by the delicacy of Haute Couture.
Among them is a spectacular jewelry watch set with more than 1,000 diamonds and sapphires. Two new pairs of earrings also join this iconic collection, further confirming Chopard’s expertise in the world of High Jewelry.
Happy Sport and Happy Hearts: The Joy of Life According to Chopard
Finally, the Maison refreshes its most emblematic collections with several new Happy Sport and Happy Hearts creations.
The Happy Sport introduces a captivating teal-green dial accompanied by five moving diamonds, the collection’s historic signature since 1993.
The Happy Sport Happy Hearts, meanwhile, unveils a new pink-to-purple heart motif, accompanied by three moving diamonds and a denim strap that adds a contemporary and casual touch.
This new color palette is also expressed through several Happy Hearts jewelry creations, including pendants, bangles, and flexible choker necklaces.
A Remarkably Successful Anniversary Year
With its 2026 collection, Chopard successfully achieves a delicate balance: celebrating its heritage while demonstrating its capacity for innovation.
Between sophisticated horological complications, cutting-edge materials, manufacture movements, chronometer-certified calibres, and exceptional jewelry creations, the Swiss Maison confirms that its identity extends far beyond traditional luxury. Thirty years after the creation of its Fleurier Manufacture, Chopard appears more than ever as one of the most complete and versatile names in contemporary watchmaking.
Watches and Wonders 2026 therefore marks an important milestone in the recent history of the brand, driven by a vision in which tradition, innovation, and elegance continue to move forward in perfect harmony.
