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Functional Avant-Garde Timepieces

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Ressence Type 8 is Simple Yet Sophisticated

— March 27, 2022 — Fashion
The Ressence Type 8 timepiece has been unveiled by the brand as its latest watch that will provide aficionados alike with access to a premium accessory that doesn't hold back when it comes to avant-garde style.

The watch is characterized by its mechanical movement within that moves the dials in an unexpected way to indicator the hour and minute with style. The timepiece is paired with Super-LumiNova on each of the hands to allow for improved visibility after dark.

The Ressence Type 8 timepiece is designed with ambidextrous wear in mind and will provide ergonomic comfort on an everyday basis. Weighing in at 1.48-ounces with a 42.9mm diameter and 11mm thickness, the timepiece is available via the brand's website now for 12,500 CHF.

Image Credit: Ressence
Trend Themes
1. Functional Avant-garde Timepieces - Innovations in timekeeping like Ressence Type 8's unexpected dials provide watchmakers with the opportunity to create unique and stylish wearable technology.
2. Ambidextrous Wearable Technology - The Ressence Type 8's design for both left and right wrist wear opens up opportunities for wearable technology targeting both left-handed and right-handed consumers.
3. Improved Night Visibility - The use of Super-LumiNova in Ressence Type 8 timepiece highlights an opportunity for watchmakers to create timepieces with improved night visibility.
Industry Implications
1. Luxury Watches - Upscale watchmakers targeting consumers who value unique design and style can leverage functional avant-garde timepiece innovation.
2. Wearable Technology - Smartwatch makers can look at the Ressence Type 8 and create wearable tech featuring unexpected and unique functionality.
3. Watch Accessories - Companies who manufacture watch accessories like watchbands can target consumers searching for an ergonomic and functional wristpiece with ambidextrous design like the Ressence Type 8.
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