Sanaa has taken minimalist watch design to new heights with the Neko watch. The Neko watch was designed for Italian brand Alessi and features a design that is both face and strapless.
The Nekow watch has a polyurethane strap that is designed to wrap around your wrist. I am all for minimalist design, but the Neko watch seems to be taking things a little too far. How are you supposed to tell the time what time it is when there are no numbers to read?
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Trend Themes
1. Minimalist Watch Design - Opportunity for companies to create sleek and simplified watch designs without traditional numerical indicators.
2. Animal-inspired Timepieces - Potential for watch manufacturers to incorporate animal-inspired aesthetics and shapes into their designs.
3. Strapless Watch Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to create watch designs that eliminate the need for traditional straps.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Accessories - Fashion accessory companies can explore creating minimalist watch designs that blend seamlessly with modern lifestyles.
2. Luxury Brands - Luxury watch brands can tap into the trend of animal-inspired timepieces, offering unique and exclusive designs to their affluent customer base.
3. Wearable Technology - Wearable technology companies can develop strapless watch designs that provide enhanced comfort and convenience for users.