Building Tessé: How Thomas Brissiaud Designed a Watch Brand with Intention

In a watch industry often defined by rapid launches and familiar designs, Tessé Watches has chosen a different path—one rooted in clarity, purpose, and thoughtful execution. Founded in 2024 by Thomas Brissiaud, Tessé is an independent microbrand built around a simple philosophy: create meaningful timepieces without compromise. At the heart of the brand is the Michel GMT, a Swiss-made watch designed to prioritize balance, functionality, and timeless aesthetics over fleeting trends. In this episode, we sit down with Thomas to discuss the inspiration behind Tessé, the journey of launching an independent watch brand, and why building something intentionally can be more rewarding than chasing the latest market trends. 🎯 In this episode: The story behind Tessé WatchesThe inspiration and philosophy of founder Thomas BrissiaudWhy the Michel GMT avoids common design clichésThe challenges of launching an independent watch brandWhat it means to build something slowly, thoughtfully, and with purpose 🔗 Read more: WatchDNA.com 📲 Subscribe for more: YouTube.com/@WatchDNA 📲 Follow WATCHDNA:📷 Instagram: @WatchDNA🐦 Twitter/X: @WatchDNA👍 Facebook: WatchDNA🎬 TikTok: @WatchDNA Stay tuned for more conversations with watchmakers, entrepreneurs, collectors, and industry leaders from around the world. #TesseWatches #ThomasBrissiaud #MichelGMT #WatchDNA #IndependentWatchmaking #MicrobrandWatches #SwissMade #WatchCollector #Horology #TimeConnectsUsAll