Debbie Hathway

Cape Town

Freelance Writer at Freelance

Award-winning writer who travels. Loves watches, gems, travel, dance, dogs, nature, bubbly, wellness, laughter.

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Articles

Important Jewels Go Under the Hammer with Phillips in Geneva

1 week ago | yourluxury.africa | Debbie Hathway

Phillips will present the fourth edition of its Geneva Jewels Auction on 12 May 2025 at Hotel President Wilson. Leading the sale is a 53.14-ct Fancy Vivid Yellow diamond and diamond pendant, offered alongside a pair of D Colour, Flawless diamond earrings weighing 10.92ct and 10.58ct. Another key lot is a 1.85-ct Fancy Vivid Orangy Pink diamond ring.
Akani Simbine on experimenting with fashion: 'i'm game for anything'

1 week ago | yourluxury.africa | Debbie Hathway

It’s not easy to stay on brief for a style story when interviewing South African sprinter Akani Simbine – the fastest man in 2025 and the first ever to run a sub 10-second 100m for 11 consecutive years. We had to touch on it. Akani was talking to me straight out of a gym session, shortly after breaking Usain Bolt’s decade-long record by clocking 9.90 seconds as he crossed the line at the Botswana Golden Grand Prix.
Pomellato Together: Contemporary Elegance Meets Milanese Flair

2 weeks ago | yourluxury.africa | Debbie Hathway

Pomellato Together continues evolving as the brand’s emotional icon – an ode to unity, individuality, and shared moments. This season, the collection reinterprets its signature bond motif in more delicate, intimate proportions while introducing fresh designs that expand its universal appeal. Crafted in Pomellato’s signature rose gold and brilliant white diamonds, the latest pieces maintain the collection’s distinct balance of minimalism and warmth.
Watches and Wonders 2025 Sets New Records

4 weeks ago | yourluxury.africa | Debbie Hathway

Watches and Wonders Geneva 2025 welcomed over 55 000 visitors throughout the week – a 12 per cent increase over last year – confirming its growing appeal as the world’s premier watchmaking event. Public days and the popular “In The City” programme drew impressive crowds, highlighting modern horology’s dynamic, inclusive spirit.
Finding Serenity at Anahita Mauritius

1 month ago | yourluxury.africa | Debbie Hathway

Anahita Golf & Spa Resort on the wild east coast of Mauritius offers the perfect balance of five-star luxury and residential-style tranquillity. With spacious suites, world-class golf courses, and an exclusive beach on Île aux Cerfs, it’s an idyllic retreat for those seeking privacy and freedom. An extended stay at Anahita changes everything.
Passion, Innovation, And Watchmaking to Converge at Time to Watches

1 month ago | yourluxury.africa | Debbie Hathway

Watch fans will be spoilt for choice when visiting Geneva early April, with multiple industry-related events happening across the city. Time to Watches returns as a hub of creativity, independent watchmaking, and forward-thinking innovation. The event brings collectors, retailers, media, and watch enthusiasts together in a vibrant atmosphere at Villa Sarasin, a short walk from Palexpo.
First Look: Top Independent Launches at Watches and Wonders

1 month ago | yourluxury.africa | Debbie Hathway

Imagine being amid 60 outstanding watchmaking brands, launching at least one new novelty each at Watches and Wonders Geneva, the world’s most significant watch fair, and choosing which ones to feature first. It’s not easy. Thankfully, a handful of brands released their news early, under embargo, so I can share some of my favourites. First up is Czapek & Cie, which unveils the Antarctique Tourbillon, powered by the new in-house Calibre 9 with a flying tourbillon regulator.
Montblanc Elevates Adventure with Zero-Oxygen Innovation

1 month ago | yourluxury.africa | Debbie Hathway

Long recognised for excellence in writing instruments and leather goods, Montblanc has carved a place in high watchmaking through its acquisition of the historic Minerva manufacture in 2007, renowned for its precision chronometry since 1858. This legacy of technical mastery has made Montblanc a sought-after name among collectors, who now clamour for new releases before they know what they are, according to Montblanc Global MD – Watch Division, Writing Instruments, and Accessories Laurent Lecamp.
The re-education of a girl turned Goo

1 month ago | bizcommunity.com | Shan Radcliffe |Debbie Hathway |Katja Hamilton

2 days7 days30 daysBy Industry Show moreAdvertise your job vacancies The Goo Goo Dolls first filtered into my aural periphery in the December of '95 - through the musical collection of a distant cousin we'd been visiting during our first trip to Cape Town - at a time when Bon Jovi's Crossroads and Def Leppard's Vault were vying for airtime on my CD player.
The Seamaster Diver 300m Returns, This Time in Bronze Gold

1 month ago | yourluxury.africa | Debbie Hathway

The Seamaster Diver 300M remains a cornerstone of Omega’s collection. In 2025, the brand introduced new models in Bronze Gold, combining durability with an exclusive alloy. Inspired by the 2020 Seamaster Diver 300M 007 Edition, these models feature a mesh bracelet, oxalic anodised aluminium bezel ring and dial, and domed sapphire crystal. Bronze Gold, Omega’s proprietary 9K alloy, contains 37.5 per cent gold with palladium and silver.