Bvlgari’s latest novelties, unveiled at Watches & Wonders 2025, reinforce the maison’s position at the vanguard of contemporary haute horlogerie. The new Octo Finissimo creations reveal a sophisticated interplay between technical innovation and Roman-inspired aesthetics, each model distinguished by its singular approach to materiality, movement architecture, and design philosophy: Octo Finissimo Marble Tourbillon, Octo Finissimo Perpetual Calendar, Octo Finissimo Skeleton 8 Days.
Octo Finissimo Marble Tourbillon
The Octo Finissimo Marble Tourbillon is a study in the fusion of Roman heritage and contemporary horological engineering. Its 40 mm satin-brushed yellow gold case, measuring just 4.85 mm in thickness, houses a dial of Verde Alpi marble sourced from Italy. The natural veining of the marble ensures that each dial is unique, conferring individuality upon every piece. The gold-plated hands and indexes are calibrated for optimal legibility against the richly textured green marble, while the green alligator strap harmonises with the dial’s chromatic intensity.
The movement is the celebrated BVL 268 calibre, a hand-wound mechanism measuring only 1.95 mm in height. This ultra-thin movement incorporates a flying tourbillon and provides a 52-hour power reserve. The transparent case back reveals the intricate architecture of the calibre, underscoring the technical mastery required to house such a complication within an exceptionally slim case. The marble dial, at just 0.8 mm thick, is an eloquent demonstration of Bvlgari’s command of both horological and material savoir-faire.
Octo Finissimo Perpetual Calendar
The Octo Finissimo Perpetual Calendar advances the maison’s reputation for integrating high complications within ultra-thin profiles. This year’s iteration is presented in a 40 mm microbead-frosted rose gold case, with a thickness of 5.80 mm. The monochromatic aesthetic extends from the case to the integrated bracelet and dial, all rendered in rose gold, with brown hands and indexes providing subtle contrast. The visual language is resolutely modern, yet retains the collection’s architectural codes.
Beneath the dial lies the BVL 305 calibre, an automatic movement only 2.75 mm thick. The perpetual calendar complication displays the retrograde date, day, month, and leap year, all without the need for adjustment until the year 2100. The movement offers a 60-hour power reserve and is visible through the transparent case back. The microbead-frosted finish imparts a tactile, contemporary quality to the gold, distinguishing this perpetual calendar from more traditional interpretations and reinforcing its status as a modern classic.
Octo Finissimo Skeleton 8 Days
The Octo Finissimo Skeleton 8 Days is a compelling demonstration of the maison’s expertise in openworked watchmaking. The 40 mm case, fashioned from black DLC-coated titanium and measuring 5.95 mm in thickness, frames a skeletonised dial that reveals the entirety of the BVL 199SK hand-wound movement. Rose gold hands and hour markers punctuate the monochrome composition, while the “Eight Days” inscription at three o’clock discreetly proclaims the watch’s prodigious power reserve.
The movement itself is a technical marvel, with a thickness of just 2.5 mm and a full eight-day (192-hour) power reserve. The skeletonisation is executed with a focus on both aesthetics and legibility, allowing the wearer to appreciate the interplay of light and shadow across the black PVD bridges. The black rubber strap, paired with a DLC titanium pin buckle, lends the watch a contemporary, sporty character, perfectly in keeping with the Octo Finissimo’s ethos of modern elegance.
Bvlgari’s summer 2025 novelties reaffirm the maison’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of ultra-thin watchmaking, while simultaneously exploring new frontiers in materiality and design. Each model is a distinct expression of the Octo Finissimo philosophy, uniting Roman heritage with Swiss technical ingenuity in a manner that is both innovative and enduring.
