Journal

Holiday Gift Guide 2022 - Unique Gifts for People with Impeccable Taste

Still looking for the perfect gift? – We’ve got you covered! Every year the holidays somehow manage to sneak up on us and before you know it, stock...

Illuminating the dark- Finding balance in the eternal dance of light and shadow

Everything is made up of light and shadow. Read more to discover the benefits of acknowledging and equally valuing the light and darkness of life t...

Staying grounded to reach new heights - A guide to sustainable progress

Find out why balance is the key to sustainable progress and discover the beneficial interplay of grounding and ascension...

How to take your watch collection to the next level

Everything you need to know about storing and displaying your timepieces in style. Learn more about Charles Simon's journey into the horology indus...

An art meant to be felt - An interview on leatherworking with Thomas Doucet Lupien

An interview with Thomas Doucet Lupien, product developer and expert leather craftsman at Charles Simon, about the art of leatherworking, his creat...

Why are we drawn to the ocean?

Find out what lies behind our innate fascination with the open sea and discover the benefits of intentionally incorporating the deep blue into your...

The Comprehensive Guide to Watch Accessories

Everything you need to know about what you need for your watch collection. Any true watch enthusiast knows that watch collecting is not just about...

The engineers that disrupted the luxury design market - An interview with Charles Tremblay, cofounder and president of Charles Simon

“When we started this project, we knew that it would be difficult to break into the luxury market. But our backgrounds in engineering allow us to...

Follow the light – 5 brilliant artists creating electrifying light art installations

When lighting becomes the focal point of artistic expression, the interplay between shadows, luminance and colors creates dazzling works of art th...

Chasing neon lights – Why we are so drawn to the city at night

During the day, our urban lives are all about efficiency and functionality. Upon nightfall however, the dark wipes away the expectations of the da...

Slow consumption - What if the fast track to fulfillment actually lies in slowing down?

Instead of looking for contentment as fast as possible, why not focus on building it as well as possible?

Into the Woods as an escape from overstimulation?

In our modern age, it is easy to feel far removed from the original people-nature dynamic. Nonetheless, many of us still crave this inceptive conne...