HUBLOT PUSHES NEW BOUNDARIES WITH THE BIG BANG

At Watches and Wonders 2026, Hublot presents a focused evolution of its core ideas, refining what has defined the brand while introducing greater technical and visual clarity. The Big Bang remains central, acting as a platform for experimentation across materials, construction, and movement architecture. This year, the emphasis shifts further towards visibility, with openworked designs and reconfigured components bringing the mechanics to the forefront.

The Unico calibre plays a key role in this direction, now firmly embedded across the collection and increasingly exposed within the overall design. At the same time, material development continues to shape the watches, from coloured ceramics and advanced gold alloys to sapphire and osmium, each contributing to both structure and appearance.

Alongside these technical developments, Hublot reinforces its collaborations through designs that incorporate personal codes and narrative elements. The result is a cohesive presentation that builds on established foundations while sharpening the relationship between mechanics, materials and design.

The Big Bang Reloaded marks a new chapter for one of Hublot’s most recognisable designs. Reworked around the Unico manufacture chronograph, the collection places the movement at the forefront, both visually and structurally.

Presented in a 44 mm case, the models explore a range of materials including ceramic, titanium, and Magic Gold, each chosen to reflect key milestones in Hublot’s development. The architecture of the watch becomes more pronounced, with a two-part bezel and a multilayered dial that emphasises depth and contrast.

The Unico calibre remains central, now more exposed than before. Its column wheel, dual clutch system, and flyback function are clearly visible, reinforcing the technical identity of the chronograph. With a 72-hour power reserve and integrated construction, it continues to anchor the Big Bang’s evolution in both performance and design.

Developed in collaboration with French national footballer and Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappé, this edition channels the player’s mindset into a bold combination of white ceramic and King Gold. The design centres on clarity and decisiveness, with the phrase “Trust Yourself” engraved on the bezel.

Details throughout the watch reference Mbappé’s career, including the number 10 on the dial and subtle gold accents that highlight key elements of the chronograph. The Unico movement remains visible through the skeletonised dial, maintaining the technical focus of the collection. With interchangeable straps and a strong visual identity, the watch reflects a balance between performance and personal narrative.

The Big Bang Reloaded Usain Bolt draws directly from the athlete’s legacy, translating speed and belief into design elements. Produced in black ceramic and carbon, the watch integrates references to Bolt’s world record, including the 9.58-second achievement subtly encoded within the dial layout.

A lightning bolt-shaped chronograph hand echoes his signature pose, while the bezel carries his mantra, engraved in gold. The case-back introduces a distinctive detail, housing a sample of soil from Bolt’s childhood training ground, linking the watch to his origins. Powered by the Unico flyback chronograph, the watch combines narrative elements with mechanical clarity, reinforcing the connection between performance and design.

The Big Bang Impact One Million explores the intersection of watchmaking and gem-setting at an ambitious scale. Diamonds are arranged in a dynamic, radiating pattern that congregates around a central flying tourbillon. This aides to create a sense of movement across the dial.

The tourbillon itself is suspended without an upper bridge, enhancing both visibility and complexity. Driven by a hand-wound calibre with a five-day power reserve, the watch balances technical depth with visual intensity. Across the case, bezel, and dial, hundreds of diamonds are set using a combination of techniques, forming a layered composition that reflects Hublot’s ongoing experimentation with materials and form.

The Big Bang Joyful Steel Purple introduces a more expressive direction, centred on colour and wearability. The watch features a stainless steel case set with amethysts while its violet tone is extended across the bezel and strap.

The design emphasises simplicity with a clean white dial and three-hand display powered by the HUB1120 automatic movement. The One Click system allows for quick and easy strap changes, reinforcing the model’s versatility. Here, colour becomes the defining element, offering a different perspective on the Big Bang’s design language.

The Spirit of Big Bang Moonphase Impact expands Hublot’s experimentation with materials, which includes introducing diamond-setting directly into sapphire for the first time. This process requires precise machining and positioning, reflecting a significant technical achievement that embodies Hublot's philosophy of 'The Art of Fusion'.

Available in several executions—mainly sapphire, osmium, and black ceramic—the watch features a fragmented motif that extends from the bezel to the dial. The moonphase display sits at 6 o’clock, integrated into a skeletonised layout driven by the HUB1770 calibre. With its tonneau-shaped case and layered construction, the model continues to evolve the Spirit of Big Bang line while introducing new approaches to gem-setting and material contrast.

Across these releases, Hublot presents a clear and cohesive direction, one that builds on its established foundations while refining how each element is expressed. The focus on structure, the increased visibility of the movement, and the continued exploration of materials all point towards a more deliberate and confident design language.

Rather than introducing a complete shift, the brand sharpens what already defines it, aligning mechanics, materials, and form with greater precision. In doing so, Hublot reinforces the Big Bang as a platform for ongoing development, where technical innovation and design remain closely intertwined.