Windup Watch Fair NYC 2025 Recap: Ten Years In and Still Breaking the Mold
The Windup Watch Fair in New York City celebrated its tenth anniversary by expanding to four halls and welcoming over 140 brands from 17 countries, attracting more than 11,000 attendees. The event fostered a vibrant community atmosphere with no exclusivity, allowing enthusiasts to interact freely with both independent and established brands. Notable product launches included the Christopher Ward and Worn & Wound collaboration, The Brooklynite, and Bulova's Snorkel Windup NYC Limited Edition, highlighting the fair's commitment to creativity and accessibility in watchmaking. Panels and discussions throughout the event emphasized the evolving landscape of independent watchmaking, with insights from industry leaders like Bremont and Timex. The fair not only showcased new releases but also focused on the community aspect, connecting collectors and creators in a shared celebration of horology. The event's success marked a decade of redefining watch culture, encouraging a sense of belonging among attendees and proving that independent brands are now central to the watch scene.
