The Swatch SISTEM51 Hodinkee Summer Edition is Low-Cost
Michael Hemsworth — July 17, 2020 — Fashion
References: shop.hodinkee & coolmaterial
The Swatch SISTEM51 Hodinkee Summer Edition timepieces have been unveiled as a new range of collaboration accessories created by the namesake watch brand and coveted timepiece website, respectively. The watch collection includes two affordable styles including the limited-edition SISTEM51 and the smaller FLIK FLAK option, which is designed for young watch enthusiasts-to-be. The adult option features a 42mm case with the brand's proprietary automatic movement that's backed by a 90 hour power reserve, while the FLIK FLAK version has a 32mm case with a Swiss ETA Quartz movement within.
The Swatch SISTEM51 Hodinkee Summer Edition timepieces are priced at $170 and $40, respectively, and are likely to be coveted by watch aficionado families seeking out a limited-edition option for the warm weather months.
The Swatch SISTEM51 Hodinkee Summer Edition timepieces are priced at $170 and $40, respectively, and are likely to be coveted by watch aficionado families seeking out a limited-edition option for the warm weather months.
Trend Themes
1. Affordable Limited-edition Timepieces - Opportunities to develop more collaborations between watch brands and websites for a range of limited-edition timepieces at lower prices.
2. Youth-focused Watch Collections - The rise of a youth-focused market for affordable yet high-quality watches.
3. Proprietary Automatic Movement - Increased demand for watches with proprietary and automatic movement technology, especially in the mid-range market.
Industry Implications
1. Watchmaking - Watchmakers can focus on collaborating with online retailers to create limited-edition collections for both adults and youths.
2. Retail - Retailers can explore selling affordable, high-quality watches from mid-range watch brands, like Swatch.
3. Automatic Movement Technology - The watch industry can invest in developing and incorporating more affordable automatic movement technology for mid-range watches.
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