Haruo Suekichi spends hours hunched over junk to create some of the most fascinating timepieces in the steampunk design world.
Inspired by found items and old watches, Suekichi takes the analogue objects, adds purely extraneous gimmicks and make highly desirable comic book or anime looking watches. Suekichi has a story behind every watch, including the one that has two faces: one which tells the correct time and one with the incorrect time which he says helps him get girls. Yeah, riiiiight.
What's Driving This Trend
- Steampunk Design
- Steampunk design trend offers opportunities for businesses to create unique and visually stunning products inspired by vintage machinery.
- Analogue Objects
- The revival of analogue objects trend opens up possibilities for businesses to combine nostalgic elements with modern aesthetics in their products.
- Comic Book Style
- The popularity of comic book style presents opportunities for businesses to incorporate bold and vibrant visuals into their designs.
Who This Affects Most
- Watchmaking
- The watchmaking industry can explore the potential of incorporating steampunk elements into their timepiece designs, appealing to a niche market of steampunk enthusiasts.
- Fashion Accessories
- The fashion accessories industry can tap into the demand for analogue-inspired jewelry and accessories, offering unique and distinctive pieces with a steampunk or comic book aesthetic.
- Anime Merchandise
- The anime merchandise industry can create collectible watches with comic book-inspired designs, targeting anime fans who appreciate both fashion and pop culture.
