Breitling is back in business for the holidays! The Swiss watchmaker celebrated the reopening of its Madison Avenue boutique and brought in A-list actress, Charlize Theron, and professional ballerina, Misty Copeland (both part of the company’s “Squad” as ambassadors), to cut the ribbon on the refurbished flagship. The space had been under construction as it went through a full redesign into an industrial-loft concept.
Thierry Prissert, Misty Copeland, Charlize Theron and Georges Kern Cutting the Ribbon on Breitling’s Madison Avenue Boutique Dimitrios Kambouris
Located at 575 Madison Avenue since 2016, the two-story, 4,300-square-foot space highlights Breitling’s three thematic pillars of sea, air and land for which its watches are equipped. That means aircraft decals on exposed brick, a motorcycle parked on the ground floor and surfboards propped against the wall. A Hollywood-style, full-length stage mirror also nods to its mega-watt crew of stars that belong to the “Breitling Squad,” including not only Theron but also Brad Pitt and Adam Driver.
Breitling Madison Avenue Boutique Dimitrios Kambouris
But in case you are in need of something to wear with your timepiece, this location is the company’s first to carry Breitling Equipment, the company’s new travel-and-lifestyle accessories collection. You can walk out with a leather motorcycle jacket, a branded sweatshirt or a pair of aviators to go with your pilot’s watch. Hats, watch rolls and travel bags are also up for grabs for clients on the move.
Breitling Madison Avenue Boutique Yvonne Tnt/BFA.com
And, in keeping with current retail trends, the space is built for you to come in, kick back and stay a while. Lounge areas and watch bars on both floors are designed to keep customers comfortable while they deliberate on their latest acquisition. “Forget all your notions of what a watch showroom looks like,” said Breitling CEO, Georges Kern, in a statement. “With this boutique redesign, we’ve created a relaxed, uplifting and inclusive environment that you’ll feel the moment you step through the door. By redefining the whole premise of the retail experience, we’re achieving our vision of being the undisputed leader of neo-luxury.”
Breitling Madison Avenue Boutique Breitling
