Get Ready, Mumbai: Time Takes Centre Stage At The Collector’s Edit
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What if you could spend a weekend where time itself became the main attraction? Where every tick of a watch echoed through the city’s most glamorous new space? This November, from the 28th to the 30th, Jio World Plaza, the beating heart of Mumbai’s luxury landscape becomes the stage for India Watch Weekend The Collector’s Edit, an immersive celebration of craftsmanship, style, and the art of living beautifully. A prelude to India Watch Weekend 2026, it’s not just another horological event it’s the one every collector, enthusiast, and aesthete will want to be part of.
Walk through the grand doors and you’ll sense it instantly- the thrill of exclusivity, the buzz of discovery. This isn’t a static exhibition; it’s a journey through time. Every space, every experience has been crafted to surprise, entice, and leave you wondering what lies around the next corner. Watches never before seen in India will make their debut here, creating a sense of quiet anticipation that only true connoisseurs will understand. After all, when the world’s finest brands gather under one roof, you know something extraordinary is about to unfold.
The experience ranges from elegance to nostalgia, technical brilliance to lively discussions. Imagine sipping delicately brewed tea while surrounded by the soft glamour of the 1960s- an era Piaget defined with its ultra-thin watches and bold use of colour. It’s a chance to relive the golden age of design, where fashion, jewellery, and horology met in perfect harmony. Between vintage charm and modern sparkle, the session invites guests to revisit the decade that taught us how to wear time as art. You might even spot a familiar friend of the brand because at The Collector’s Edit, surprises are very much part of the design.
For those who prefer to get into the details, the focus shifts to precision and craft. IWC invites guests to sit at the watchmaker’s bench to touch the tools, see the gears turn, and truly understand what goes into creating a movement that beats with such grace. Guided by experts, you’ll assemble components, observe the smallest details, and realise that perfection isn’t just built it’s felt. The two-hour workshop is intimate, limited to ten participants, and offers a perspective on watchmaking that no collector should miss.
Then comes Panerai, bringing its signature mix of bold Italian spirit and Swiss mastery. This hands-on session is less about theory and more about the unexpected meeting of haute couture and haute horology. Together, they strike the perfect “I could be on a yacht, but I’m actually in a meeting” balance. Guests can learn how to pair a light, tailored Canali Kei blazer with a playful Luminor. Or a finely made merino wool polo with the serious Radiomir that says “I know my watches but don’t take myself too seriously.” Let that oversized crown guard catch the light as you reach for your espresso. The whole look says you appreciate fine details but refuse to make a fuss about them. It’s casual luxury at its best bold, effortless, and entirely Panerai. Next comes an encounter that redefines pairing altogether. Think of it as a culinary journey through Japan’s meticulous artistry. It’s a meeting of flavours and finesse a slow, deliberate experience that celebrates patience, balance, and purity.
For those craving adrenaline, an F1-inspired immersive experience promises something India has never seen before. Picture the roar of engines meeting the rhythm of horology, a sensory spectacle that fuses speed, precision, and spectacle in equal measure. It’s not just about racing; it’s about how watches capture motion, control, and the essence of time itself. Expect the unexpected this is where luxury gets thrilling.
And when night falls over Mumbai, the tempo changes once again. The exclusive evening soirées begin by invitation only, naturally. Expect conversations that flow as smoothly as the champagne, collectors mingling with brand ambassadors, and a mood that balances energy with elegance. These are nights meant for celebrating shared passions, for toasting to time itself.
Throughout it all, the Café Lounge becomes a home base for connoisseurs. A space to unwind, meet fellow enthusiasts, or simply linger over coffee while admiring the quiet hum of mechanical beauty. Between activations, conversations, and a few unexpected surprises, the weekend becomes more than an event, it becomes an experience of belonging.
In the end, The Collector’s Edit is not just about watches it’s about the culture that surrounds them. It’s where craftsmanship meets emotion, where time slows just enough for you to appreciate how beautifully it moves. For one unforgettable weekend, Jio World Plaza transforms into Mumbai’s temple of time a place to see, be seen, and lose yourself in the art of horology. The only question is: will you be there when the clock strikes?
