ouis Vuitton reveals the selection of the 20 semi-finalists for the second edition of the Louis Vuitton Watch Prize for Independent Creatives. The Prize established in collaboration with La Fabrique du Temps Louis Vuitton aims to celebrate and support the next generation of independent watchmakers across the world.

After a successful first edition that showcased exceptionally talented applicants and culminated in the victory of Swiss watchmaker Raúl Pagès, the Louis Vuitton Watch Prize returns to spotlight exceptional talent driven by creativity, innovation, and unique craftsmanship. This commitment to fostering creativity and independence in watchmaking is further exemplified by this initiative, which reaffirms Louis Vuitton’s dedication to supporting bold, independent voices.

Shortlisted from hundreds of candidatures worldwide, these 20 semi-finalists were evaluated by a panel of experts of the Louis Vuitton Watch Prize for Independent Creatives.

“An important aspect of watchmaking lies with independent creators who transform a singular vision into mechanical artistry. This new generation of watchmakers is remarkable not only for their talent, but above all for daring to create truly original instruments of precision that are also works of art. The bold creations of the semi-finalists for the Louis Vuitton Watch Prize are a testament to this spirit. In their hands, watchmaking becomes an expression of pure creativity, each timepiece a testament to uncompromising craftsmanship and unique vision,” said Jean Arnault, Louis Vuitton Watch Director.

The 20 semi-finalists for the Louis Vuitton Watch Prize for Independent Creatives are:

• Anton Suhanov - St. Petersburg Easter Egg Tourbillon Clock
• JN Shapiro - Resurgence
• Auffret Paris - Giverny « Blue Train »
• David Candaux - DC6 Titanium
• Lederer - CIC 39mm Racing Green
• Fam Al Hut - Mobiüs
• Hazemann & Monnin - Hazemann & Monnin School Watch
• Kallinich Claeys - Einser Central Seconds “Hong Kong Edition”
• Fabian Pellet - Essentiel
• Kudoke - KUDOKE 5
• Behrens - KUNG FU
• Quiet Club - Fading Hours
• Reuben Schoots - Series Two
• Tasaki - Face Of Tasaki “Black Mother Of Pearl”
• Daizoh Makihara - Beauties Of Nature
• Masa & Co. - SOHKOKU
• Mgraver - Ventrallis
• Mineroci - RD002
• Petermann Bédat - Seconde Morte
• Winnerl - The Tremblage Dial

This fall, the Prize’s Committee of 65 experts will convene to assess submissions based on five criteria: Design, Creativity and Audacity, Details and Finishes, Complexity and Technical Innovation. The committee members will also vote amongst themselves to select the 5 finalists for the jury.

The five finalists for the Prize, as well as the names of the 5-member Jury for the final round, will be announced on December 15th, 2025.

On March 24th, 2026, the finalists will be in Paris to present their creations to the final jury members who will conduct interviews and ultimately select the winner of this second edition. The winner of the Louis Vuitton Watch Prize for Independent Creatives will be announced that evening at a ceremony at La Fondation Louis Vuitton. The Prize includes a grant of 150,000 euros and one year of mentorship tailored to the need of their creative project by experts from La Fabrique du Temps and Louis Vuitton.