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Contemporized Classic

Designers give traditional pocket watches an innovative modern spin

Implications - Designers are bringing back the 16th century with sleek and modern twists on the classic pocket watch. While still considered a refined, luxury item, the pocket watch is no longer associated with only an older market as more and more young consumers take on this more traditional look. Designers, however, are doing their part by infusing modern elements like social networking, gaming and other technologies into these classic pieces.
Trend Themes
1. Modern Twists on Classic Pocket Watches - Designers are experimenting with technology and pop culture references to give traditional pocket watches an innovative modern spin.
2. Personalization and Customization of Pocket Watches - Luxury pocket watches are being created with personalized and customized designs, bringing a unique touch to the timeless accessory.
3. Revival of Pocket Watches Through Futuristic Designs - Designers are creating futuristic and tech-savvy pocket watches to appeal to the modern young consumer and revive the once-outdated accessory.
Industry Implications
1. Luxury Fashion and Accessories - Luxury pocket watches showcase the potential for personalized and custom-made accessories in high-end fashion and accessories industry.
2. Watchmaking and Timepiece Industry - Innovative designs and futuristic twists on traditional pocket watches show potential for growth and expansion in the watchmaking and timepiece industry.
3. Technology and Wearables Industry - The incorporation of technology and social media on modern pocket watches provides unique opportunities for the growth and innovation of wearables.
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play_circle_filled21st Century Pocket Watches
21st Century Pocket Watches
The Kisai Rogue Touch Pocket Watch is Perfect for the Modern Gentlemen
The classic pocket watch has been given a 21st century makeover in the form of the Kisai Rogue Touch pocket watch. The Kisai Rogue Touch Pocket Watch is the latest watch from Tokyoflash. The watch is a… MORE
Networking Pocket Watches
Networking Pocket Watches
Serendipity from Hoang M Nguyen Puts a New Spin on Social Media
Serendipity from Hoang M Nguyen of CREATIVEsessions is a neat little gadget designed to take the concept of social media to new heights. Serendipity is a pocket watch-shaped gadget that lets you connect… MORE
Mischievous Feline Timepieces
Mischievous Feline Timepieces
The Cheshire Cat Pocket Watch is Wonderland-Inspired
Those of you that love Alice in Wonderland (you know who you are) are going to fall bum over noggin for the Cheshire Cat Pocket Watch. The Cheshire Cat Pocket Watch is a conceptual timepiece submitted… MORE
Posh Personalized Timepieces
Posh Personalized Timepieces
The Crown Royal Black Pocket Watch is a Complex Custom Time-Teller
The new Crown Royal Black pocket watch designed and crafted by Osamu Koyama of Complete Technique is the world's most complex timepiece project to date. Diagao, the owner of Crown Royal, is responsible… MORE
Sumptuous Stripped Timepieces
Sumptuous Stripped Timepieces
The Cartier Grand Complication Skeleton Pocket Watch Ticks Stylishly
Pulling an opulent timepiece out of your pocket may seem like only the way your elders roll, but the Cartier Grand Complication Skeleton pocket watch will make you want to take up the timely trend too.… MORE
Futuristic Titanium Cases
Futuristic Titanium Cases
De Bethune Dedicates the Dream Watch IV to Steve Jobs
The ultra-futuristic Dream Watch IV is a new mobile case by De Bethune that pays homage to late Apple CEO Steve Jobs. The Dream Watch IV is one of the most refined, exquisite mobile covers that’s been… MORE

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