Donovan Barnett is an award-winning writer with 8 years of experience and the Watch Editor at Highsnobiety. At the intersection of style, culture, and horology, Donovan leads watch coverage that’s as visually rich as it is editorially sharp—telling stories that resonate with a new generation of collectors. He’s worked with brands like Ulysse Nardin, Anoma, Audemars Piguet, and Timex to create culturally attuned content that connects classic craftsmanship with what’s next.
His POV is simple: watches aren’t just about complications—they’re cultural touchstones. Grails worn by the artists, designers, and disruptors moving the needle. Whether he’s writing about the newest independents pushing boundaries or reinterpreting heritage through a modern lens, Donovan’s approach is rooted in cultural storytelling and design relevance.
Active in the watch community online and IRL, Donovan is your go-to for what’s shaping the future of time—and who’s wearing it. When he’s not on wrist-check duty or listening to the Wrist Check Podcast, he’s probably deep in a rabbit hole on vintage Urban Jürgensen or mapping the next story that makes horology feel as fresh as the moment demands.
Articles
Hublot & Samuel Ross Make a Big Case for Carbon Fiber
Audemars Piguet & KAWS Created the Definitive Wrist COMPANION
At Last, Big Boot Season Is Finally Here
adidas & Moon Boot Frankenstein'd a Truly Massive SneakerBOOST (EXCLUSIVE)
Marni Made a New-School G-Shock Feel Terrifically Old-School
Dressed in Denim & Corduroy, Nike Dunks Dream of Being Pants
ROARINGWILD Creates the Drippiest PUMA Mostro Yet (Literally)
The Exquisite, Precious-Stone Return of Andy Warhol's Favorite Watch
HUBLOT and Takashi Murakami Are Officially In Their Bling Era
Patek Philippe’s New Watch Divided Collectors. That’s a Good Thing
Alessandro Michele’s Valentino Era Kicks off with a Little Magical Realism
A Second Helping of GORE-TEX x Aimé Leon Dore? Yes, Please
