Before the Big Bang, there was Hublot – a brand born in 1980 with a single, seismic idea.
Founder Carlo Crocco dared to marry the ultra-precious nature of a gold case with the raw, unexpected modernity of a natural rubber strap, challenging centuries of Swiss tradition.
This was the genesis of the ‘Art of Fusion,’ a revolutionary philosophy that became the brand’s DNA.
Elevated and amplified by industry visionary Jean-Claude Biver, Hublot cemented its status as an iconoclast, a house that thrives on bold innovation, architectural design, and the seamless integration of materials previously considered enemies.
Twenty years ago, the Big Bang collection first exploded onto the scene. The watch took the foundational concept of fusion, gold with rubber, and extended it to an aggressive, contemporary design that layered ceramic, steel, and titanium. Now, as the collection celebrates its 20th anniversary, Hublot has curated a capsule collection as a manifesto, solidifying the Big Bang’s status as a definitive modern icon.
The anniversary models are an aesthetic masterclass, flawlessly translating the original 2005 spirit into the technical swagger of the present day. At their heart, they are monuments to material alchemy, each showcasing a unique facet of the Big Bang’s enduring appeal.
Leading the charge is the Big Bang 20th Anniversary Titanium Ceramic, the structural foundation of the collection. Here, the raw, industrial resilience of satin-finished titanium meets the polished, deep-black ceramic bezel, defining an architectural silhouette that is both lightweight on the wrist and commanding in presence. It is the ultimate expression of modern sport-luxe.
Its darker, more iconoclastic sibling, the Big Bang 20th Anniversary All Black, is the zenith of stealth luxury. Clad entirely in microblasted black ceramic, it reintroduces the ‘invisible visibility’ concept that first shocked the industry, now elevated with a textural carbon-patterned dial.
For those who desire a decadent contrast, the Big Bang 20th Anniversary King Gold Ceramic offers the perfect fusion of warmth and edge. Hublot’s proprietary King Gold, a richer, warmer gold alloy, is dramatically contrasted by the stark black ceramic, proving that preciousness and power need not be mutually exclusive.
Hublot Middle East, Africa, India and Latin America managing director David Tedeschi offered his perspective on Hublot’s partnership with Bahrain Jewellery Centre (BJC): “The partnership with BJC is very important to Hublot. Despite being a big company, we still maintain a family-oriented approach.
“The Shirazi family has been a partner since Hublot’s launch in 1980, making them one of our oldest global partners. We deeply respect this long-standing relationship,” he added.
This essential edit of horological artistry is currently commanding attention at Hall 6, BJC Pavilion at Jewellery Arabia 2025, Exhibition World Bahrain.
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