Omega in Shanghai

May

Recently our friend’s at Omega and long-time brand ambassador George Clooney met in Shanghai for an evening of celebration. The award-winning actor and producer was part of a star-studded event on May 16 where Omega showcased its new Seamaster Aqua Terra timepieces. In addition to George Clooney, Omega President Stephen Urquhart and Orbis International CEO Jenny Hourihan also addressed the invited guests while French songstress France Owlle entertained them at the end of the evening. Le Jardin Secret “Le Jardin Secret” – or the secret garden – was set up in Shanghai specifically for Friday’s event, providing the perfect atmosphere for the exclusive celebration.

An innovative, transparent roof on the venue allowed guests a clear view of the celestial stars in the night sky. The garden featured design elements that were created around the parallel lines that distinguish the watch dials of the Seamaster Aqua Terra watches. An evening of surprises George Clooney, who has been an Omega brand ambassador since 2007, is one of the film industry’s most acclaimed talents, having been nominated for Academy Awards in six categories more than any other person.

He was warmly welcomed to the stage by the audience and spoke about how his relationship with Omega began. “My father wore an Omega watch for many years. When I began working with the brand, I called my father to tell him the great news. He told me his OMEGA was in the attic and after finding it, he wound it up and it still worked. I gave it to OMEGA and they were nice enough to fix it up for me and I was able to give it to him for his birthday. I have a long, long history with the brand,” he said.