What’s driving the rise in preowned luxury watches?
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31 Jul 2023
What’s driving the rise in preowned luxury watches?

Amid economic uncertainty, consumers’ trust in financial institutions is dwindling. But while traditional investment categories decline, sales of preowned luxury watches skyrocket as people delve into timepiece investments. How can luxury brands make the most out of this growing attraction?

Graham Wetzbarger

One of the world's leading experts in authenticated resale, Graham Wetzbarger's passion for luxury led him on an unprecedented career path. His unique experiences and insight keep him in high demand from analysts, resale platforms, and the media.

Rachael Taylor

Rachael Taylor is a British freelance jewellery journalist and regular contributor to a wealth of titles across the globe including The Financial Times, The Telegraph, The Independent, Condé Nast, Rapaport, and Retail Jeweller. She is also a sought-after speaker and a judge at prestigious jewellery competitions including the UK Jewellery Awards and The Goldsmiths’ Craft & Design Council Awards. Taylor was the co-founder of The Jewellery Cut, a bi-annual jewellery show in London, creative director of the Women's Jewellery Network, and founding editor of Professional Jeweller and WatchPro magazines. She is also a consultant for globally recognised businesses in the jewellery industry.

Flavia Russo

Flavia Russo is a behavioural analyst at Canvas8. After gaining her MSc in international development from KCL, she worked as a translator and researcher in the non-profit and political risk sectors. There, she gained experience conducting qualitative and ethnographic research, from which her passion for analysing cultural and behavioural trends develops. When not working, Flavia loves spending time with her many cats and dogs, travelling to exotic locations, or playing tennis.