Watch Spotting Waqt Spots Special Watches at the 2024 Academy Awards

As the curtain rose on the illustrious stage of the 96th Academy Awards at the iconic Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles, on Sunday night, March 10th, anticipation soared not only for the winners of the coveted golden statuettes but also for the dazzling display of haute horlogerie adorning the wrists of the A-list attendees. The red carpet became a runway for the world's most exquisite timepieces, as celebrities adorned themselves with diamond watches, precious stone necklaces, and sparkling brooches, each piece vying for attention amidst the glittering throng. From the allure of established luxury brands showcasing their latest creations to the spotlight on independent watchmakers unveiling their most coveted treasures, the 96th Oscars ceremony was a showcase of timepiece opulence and glamour, leaving no observer untouched by the allure of horological splendor.

Roger Federer, the tennis player, was seen sporting the most significant release of 2023 - this edition of the Daytona commemorating the 100th anniversary of the 24 Hours of Le Mans race. This 40mm white gold timepiece features subdials inspired by the cherished "Paul Newman" design, along with a prominent red '100' on the tachymeter bezel. It is powered by the Calibre 4132, crafted by Rolex.

We covered this watch in this article.

Simu Liu, a Canadian actor, known for his roles in Marvel films. He wears a Jacob & Co. The World Is Yours watch Dual time zones. Highlights of this piece's blue lacquered dial. The watch displays the time via a double sub-dial. It comes in a rose gold case measuring 43 mm in diameter and 14 mm thick. The dial is made of 18-karat rose gold and is decorated with blue lacquer.

We have previously discussed this edition in this article.

The watch pays tribute to car designer and maker Jean Bugatti. This exquisite timepiece combines fine watchmaking with automotive inspiration, reflecting Bugatti's distinctive design spirit. With a unique design reminiscent of elegant Bugatti cars. The dial features inspiration from the dashboard of the iconic Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic. In addition, the watch includes complications such as a tourbillon or chronograph, which enhance its uniqueness and technical prowess.

Mr. Jacob Arabo previously spoke about this watch during our interview with him.

Bradley Cooper graced the occasion adorned in the elegant Louis Vuitton Tambour timepiece, featuring a 40mm rose gold case. Its chocolate brown dial boasts triangular hour-markers, luminescent Arabic numerals, and dauphine-style hands, all exuding sophistication. Completing the ensemble is a rose gold chain bracelet, it seamlessly tells time with precision, offering hours, minutes, and small seconds display.

We already talked about the tambour collection in this article.

While Robert Downey Jr. is widely recognized as Iron Man in the Marvel series, there's anticipation for a potential collaboration between him and Audemars Piguet, but interestingly, Downey Jr. serves as an ambassador for Jaeger-LeCoultre. Recently, he made a statement of refined taste with the Reverso Tribute Chronograph in pink gold, marking his first Oscar win. Inspired by the Art Deco era, this timepiece seamlessly blends elegance and functionality, boasting a chronograph complication housed in a striking pink gold case. Its dual dials offer both contrasting and complementary styles: the front dial showcases the Tribute line's aesthetic codes with a "railroad" minute track, applied hour-markers, and Dauphine hands against a sunray black background. Flipping it over reveals a meticulously crafted open-worked reverse, exposing every detail of the new Manufacture Calibre 860 and the formidable mechanics of the retrograde chronograph.

Jaeger-LeCoultre global ambassador Anya Taylor-Joy captivated audiences in the exquisite 101 Reine in white gold. This iconic timepiece, adorned with brilliant diamonds and featuring a delicate mother-of-pearl dial.

Cillian Murphy celebrated his first Oscar win while adorned with an Omega timepiece. The 41 mm stainless steel model boasts a distinctive domed PVD pine green dial, adorned with a vertical pattern in a sun-brushed finish. Its display stands out with yellow gold-plated hands, alternating Roman numerals, and cabochon indexes. Completing the elegant look are practical features including a date window at 3 o’clock, a small-seconds subdial at 6 o’clock, and a railway minute track on the outer zone. This Master Chronometer certified watch, driven by the OMEGA Master Co-Axial Calibre 8802, is presented on a pine green leather strap, epitomizing both style and functionality.