The Golden Globes red carpet has always been a peculiar theatre where everyone insists they are dressed comfortably while wearing something that costs more than a townhouse. But in 2026, the real exhibition of excess was not stitched into silk or sculpted in sequins. It was strapped to wrists with the smug confidence of people who know exactly what they are doing. These were watches chosen not to shout, but to smirk, tiny mechanical middle fingers to the concept of understatement. Because at the Golden Globes, time does not just pass. It flexes.
Jacob & Co Boutique Watch
Benny Blanco definitely leaned into the “more is more” aesthetic for the 2026 Golden Globes, pairing his custom suit with a breathtaking Jacob & Co. Boutique Collection watch. This one-of-a-kind timepiece in an 18k white gold case encrusted with over 22k of rare Ashoka-cut diamonds. The design is so seamless it looks more like a high-jewelry bracelet than a traditional watch, featuring a hidden clasp and subtle white gold hands. He elevated the look even further by pairing it with a matching Ashoka diamond tennis bracelet.
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Bvlgari Octo Finissimo
American Actor Oscar Issace spotted in Bvlgari Octo Finissimo timepiece. A true icon of the 21st century, the Octo Finissimo Automatic watch embodies the rare fusion of bold Italian design and Swiss engineering. Crafted in sandblasted 18k yellow gold, this ultra-sophisticated timepiece exudes contemporary elegance while showcasing forward-thinking mechanics. A testament to Bvlgari’s integral bond between jewellery savoir-faire and watchmaking artistry, it reflects the Maison’s distinctive approach to working with precious materials, as well as its ability to set new design trends in the world of Swiss-made timepieces. This automatic winding timepiece has a platinum microrotor, hours, minutes and small seconds functions, and a BVL138 calibre decorated by hand with Côtes de Genève, chamfering and perlage finishing offering a 60-hour power reserve and 21’600 VpH (3Hz) frequency. At 40mm sandblasted 18k yellow gold case, it has a sandblasted 18K yellow gold screw-down crown with ceramic insert, 18k yellow gold dial, black hands and indexes, transparent caseback, sandblasted 18k yellow gold bracelet with integrated folding buckle.
Chopard Alpine Eagle 41 XP Frozen Summit
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson selected the Alpine Eagle 41 XP Frozen Summit in 18k white gold with 29.02-carats of baguette-cut diamonds. This timepiece ha Poinçon de Genève quality hallmark, has a case, dial, bezel, crown, and integrated bracelet in 18k white EthicalGold, and is sized at 41mm. Powering the watch is the ultra-thin L.U.C 96.41-L movement, with automatic winding via a micro-rotor offering an impressive 65-hour power reserve.
Hublot Classic Fusion Titanium 42mm
Rising star actor, Joe Alwyn, best known for his recent roles in “The Brutalist” and “Hamnet”, wore Hublot Classic Fusion King Gold Blue 42mm. Housed in a 42mm satin finished and polished titanium case, reference 542.NX.1171.RX strikes a careful balance between robustness and refinement. The vertically satin finished titanium bezel is secured with six signature H shaped titanium screws, giving the watch its unmistakable architectural presence. A sapphire crystal with anti reflective treatment protects the matte black dial, ensuring clarity from every angle. Powering the watch is the HUB1110 self winding movement, delivering an approximate 48-hour power reserve. Completing the look is a black lined leather strap that reinforces its sporty character, fastened with a stainless steel deployant buckle clasp for comfort and security on the wrist.
Hublot Classic Fusion Chronograph King Gold 42mm
Matthew Rhys wore the watch presented in a 42mm case crafted from satin finished and polished 18K King Gold, lending the watch a rich yet assertive presence on the wrist. The vertically satin finished 18K King Gold bezel is secured with six signature H shaped titanium screws, adding a technical edge to its luxurious construction. A sapphire crystal with anti reflective treatment reveals a matte black dial beneath. At its heart is the HUB1153 self winding chronograph movement, offering an approximate 48 hour-power reserve and reinforcing the watch’s performance credentials. The timepiece is paired with a black leather strap that balances sportiness with opulence, finished with an 18K King Gold and black PVD stainless steel deployant buckle clasp for a secure and refined fit. The chronograph has two pushers at 2 o’clock, and 4 o’clock, and a crown at 3 o’clock in 18k King Gold.
