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Death Memorial Timepieces

'The Last Laugh' by Mr Jones Watches Kills Off Some Hands

— September 7, 2011 — Fashion
Say your last goodbye to the hands that indicate hour and minute -- on your watch of course because Mr Jones Watches' latest timepiece named 'The Last Laugh' doesn't have any.

Instead, the watch features a skull, a tragic smile and teeth that move -- and that's how you can see time pass. 'The Last Laugh' was created by Crispin Jones (a.k.a. Mr Jones) and comedian William Andrews and thus, it's the embodiment of tragic and comedic concepts.

Firstly, it is a constant reminder to its owner that life is short -- a tragic, but motivating thought. Second, it refers to the constant state of mind of stage performers, like creator (comedian, writer and stand-up performer) William Andrews.
As he puts it "the skull references the‘tears of a clown’ concept, the widely held belief that comedians are essentially quite sad in nature and the rather pointless desire that many stand-ups have to have last laugh."

Third, 'The Last Laugh' is just a really cool watch with a unique twist.
Trend Themes
1. Disruptive Timepiece Designs - Opportunity for creating timepieces with unconventional ways of indicating time, such as symbols or animations instead of traditional hands.
2. Tragic-comedic Concepts in Fashion - Opportunity to incorporate themes of tragedy and comedy into fashion designs, creating unique and thought-provoking pieces.
3. Symbolic Representation of Life's Transience - Opportunity to use symbolism in products and services to remind people of the fleeting nature of life and inspire a sense of urgency.
Industry Implications
1. Watchmaking - Opportunity for watchmakers to explore innovative designs and move away from traditional hand-based timepieces.
2. Fashion Design - Opportunity for fashion designers to incorporate themes of tragedy and comedy into their collections, adding depth and storytelling to their garments.
3. Product Design - Opportunity to incorporate symbolic elements into various products, creating emotional connections and deeper meanings for consumers.
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