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Album-Inspired Watches

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G-SHOCK Made Two Versions of a Gorillaz Watch Inspired by Different Albums

— September 20, 2019 — Fashion
G-SHOCK has created two versions of a Gorillaz watch that ware inspired by the group's albums, 'Gorillaz' and 'The Now Now.' The two versions of the Gorillaz watch are titled the 'DW-5600' and the 'GA-2000.' Both of the models are limited edition releases and are shock, vibration and water-resistant. The watches will be live on September 18th, and both will have a $186 price point.

G-SHOCK's DW-5600 watch is inspired by the Gorillaz album, The Now Now, and it features similarities to the album art. The watch features Bluetooth connectivity and compatibility with the G-SHOCK app. The GA-2000 version is larger and is designed after the group's first album, Gorillaz. The watch has a camo strap and a black dial.

Both accessories fuse aesthetics with function while appealing to a niche consumers group -- music lovers and fans of Gorillaz' music.


Image Credit: G-SHOCK
Trend Themes
1. Music-inspired Watches - The fusion of aesthetics and functionality in watches designed after artists and bands presents an opportunity for companies to appeal to a niche consumer group.
2. Limited Edition Releases - Creating limited edition watches inspired by music albums presents an opportunity for companies to generate buzz and increase demand for their product.
3. Bluetooth-connected Watches - Watches with Bluetooth connectivity and compatibility with phone apps present an opportunity for companies to target the tech-savvy consumer and provide added value to their product.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Accessories - The fashion accessories industry can capitalize on the trend of music-inspired watches by collaborating with popular artists and bands to create limited edition releases.
2. Consumer Electronics - The consumer electronics industry can take advantage of the trend of Bluetooth-connected watches to market to the tech-savvy consumer and create added value for their product.
3. Entertainment Merchandise - The entertainment merchandise industry can benefit from creating limited edition watches inspired by popular music albums, generating buzz and appealing to fans of the artist and their music.
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