{"id":2294,"date":"2025-12-30T09:00:39","date_gmt":"2025-12-30T01:00:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/fashion\/breitling-chronomat-malaysian-edition-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-11-10T22:24:09","modified_gmt":"2026-11-10T14:24:09","slug":"breitling-chronomat-malaysian-edition-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/preview.itp.luxury\/baz-my-2\/fashion\/breitling-chronomat-malaysian-edition-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Behold the Chronomat Malaysian Edition, Breitling\u2019s Tribute to Our Independence"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"px-4 md:px-8 max-w-[1100px] mx-auto\">\t<figure class=\"my-10  \">\n\t\t<div class=\"relative  bg-stone overflow-hidden\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1499\/1000\"><img width=\"1499\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/web-resized-BR-Chronomat-Automatic-GMT-40-MalaysiaEdition-03.jpg\" class=\"absolute inset-0 size-full object-cover\" alt=\"Chronomat Automatic GMT 40 Malaysia Edition watch, Breitling\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1024px) 960px, 100vw\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/web-resized-BR-Chronomat-Automatic-GMT-40-MalaysiaEdition-03.jpg 1499w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/web-resized-BR-Chronomat-Automatic-GMT-40-MalaysiaEdition-03-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/web-resized-BR-Chronomat-Automatic-GMT-40-MalaysiaEdition-03-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/web-resized-BR-Chronomat-Automatic-GMT-40-MalaysiaEdition-03-768x512.jpg 768w\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<figcaption class=\"caption mt-2 flex justify-between gap-4\">\n\t\t\t<span>Chronomat Automatic GMT 40 Malaysia Edition watch, Breitling<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/harpersbazaar.my\/jewels-watches\/breitling-unveils-a-new-boutique-at-suria-klcc\/\">Breitling<\/a> has unveiled the Chronomat Automatic GMT 40 Malaysia Edition, a limited timepiece celebrating 68 years of <a href=\"https:\/\/harpersbazaar.my\/?s=merdeka\">Malaysian independence<\/a>. Only 68 pieces will be produced, each one a carefully considered tribute to the nation\u2019s cultural identity.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The watch features a dark blue satin\u00e9 soleil dial. This shade references the deep blue of the Jalur Gemilang, the Malaysian flag, that symbolises harmony and unity. However, the most distinctive element lies in the Eastern Arabic numerals used throughout. These appear on both the hour markers and date disc, acknowledging Malaysia\u2019s multicultural heritage and Islamic connections.<\/p>\n<div class=\"px-4 md:px-8 max-w-[1100px] mx-auto\">\t<figure class=\"my-10  \">\n\t\t<div class=\"relative  bg-stone overflow-hidden\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1500\/1000\"><img width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/web-resized-BR-Chronomat-Automatic-GMT-40-MalaysiaEdition-02.jpg\" class=\"absolute inset-0 size-full object-cover\" alt=\"\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1024px) 960px, 100vw\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/web-resized-BR-Chronomat-Automatic-GMT-40-MalaysiaEdition-02.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/web-resized-BR-Chronomat-Automatic-GMT-40-MalaysiaEdition-02-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/web-resized-BR-Chronomat-Automatic-GMT-40-MalaysiaEdition-02-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/web-resized-BR-Chronomat-Automatic-GMT-40-MalaysiaEdition-02-768x512.jpg 768w\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Red gold indices, hands, and logo provide warmth against the blue dial. Meanwhile, yellow GMT text and a red-tipped GMT hand echo the Jalur Gemilang\u2019s colours. The result is a design that feels intentional rather than decorative.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cMalaysia holds a special place in Breitling\u2019s story in Southeast Asia,\u201d said Alvin Soon, president of Breitling Asia. \u201cWith this Malaysia Edition, we wanted to create something that not only celebrates 68 years of independence but also captures the nation\u2019s distinctive character\u2014its diversity, resilience, and forward-looking spirit. The Eastern Arabic numerals, the dial\u2019s deep blue tone, and the warm red gold accents all reflect that blend of tradition and modern sophistication that makes Malaysia unique.\u201d<\/p>\n<div class=\"px-4 md:px-8 max-w-[1100px] mx-auto\">\t<figure class=\"my-10  \">\n\t\t<div class=\"relative  bg-stone overflow-hidden\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1500\/1000\"><img width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/web-resized-BR-Chronomat-Automatic-GMT-40-MalaysiaEdition-01.jpg\" class=\"absolute inset-0 size-full object-cover\" alt=\"\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1024px) 960px, 100vw\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/web-resized-BR-Chronomat-Automatic-GMT-40-MalaysiaEdition-01.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/web-resized-BR-Chronomat-Automatic-GMT-40-MalaysiaEdition-01-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/web-resized-BR-Chronomat-Automatic-GMT-40-MalaysiaEdition-01-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/web-resized-BR-Chronomat-Automatic-GMT-40-MalaysiaEdition-01-768x512.jpg 768w\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Technically, the watch delivers what serious travellers expect. The Breitling Calibre 32 movement is COSC-certified and offers GMT functionality for tracking a second time zone. The 40mm stainless steel case is water-resistant to 200 metres. Paired with Breitling\u2019s signature Rouleaux bracelet, it maintains the versatility the Chronomat line has become known for since its 1983 debut.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Retailed at RM30,800, the Chronomat Automatic GMT 40 Malaysia Edition is available exclusively through Breitling boutiques and authorised retailers in Malaysia. Visit here to learn more.<\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The spirit of Merdeka starts early for 2026 with Breitling\u2019s special tribute to our country\u2019s 68 years of independence.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":2298,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"bzd_title_left":"","bzd_title_right":"","footnotes":"","bz_kicker":"BAZAAR MAN","bz_opener":"classic","bz_photographer":"","bz_hero_caption":"Stacked from 9 images. 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