In a way, the October 2017 timepiece trends are a beautiful example of a centuries old design concept. However, one might also argue that the entire concept of keeping time is in truth merely emblematic of humanity's vain attempt to subjugate the one force that is fundamentally and forever outside of our own control. Regardless of where one stands on the issue, the October 2017 timepiece trends are certainly attractive.
One of the most interesting timepieces in the collection is the Touch Clock. The wall clock has hands like any other, but those hands are hidden beneath a dense mop of fur, forcing users to feel the clock in order to know the time. Though it might seem impractical, the clock is more about encouraging sensation through tactility than it is about actually delivering information.
Top 25 Timepiece Trends in October
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Limited-Edition Minimalist Timepieces
The Icon Duesey Watch Does Away with Timepiece Traditions
24
Tap-to-Pay Smartwatches
The Vivo Smartwatch Buys You a Post-Workout Smoothie
23
Revolutionary Luxury Watch Brands
The MAD Watches Startup Makes Opulent Watches Affordable
22
Smartwatch Surf-Tracking Apps
The XENSR Sessions App Tracks Surfing Directly from Your Wrist
21
Eclipse-Inspired Timepieces
The Eclipse Watch Boasts Recessed Lighting on the Edge of the Face
20
Bed-Shaking Alarm Clocks
The Sonic Alert 'The Skull' Loud Alarm Clock Gets You Up Quickly
19
Biodegradable Household Objects
'This Is Temporary' Examines Permanent vs Disposable Items
18
Stackable Smartwatch Jewelry
Bytten Stacks Help You Personalize Your Tech
17
Solar Panel-Packed Smartwatches
The 'LunaR' Smartwatch Draws Power from the Sun
16
Fur-Covered Timepieces
The Touch Clock's Hands are Covered in a Mop of Fur
15
Group Location-Sharing Clocks
The 'Eta Clock' Knows If You're at Work or School
14
Fitness Technology Smartwatches
The Fitbit Ionic Tracks Vitals and Keeps Wearers Connected
13
Minimalist Time-Tracking Devices
'Tiller' is an Office Accessory That Improves Time Management
12
Small Sporty Smartwatches
The Samsung Gear Sport is Smaller for Active Use
11
Fight-Commemorating Watches
The Hublot Big Bang Las Vegas Limited Edition Watches are Celebratory
10
Body-Cooling Wristwatches
This Futuristic Wristwatch Wants To Be Your Personal Air Conditioner
9
Streaming Cellular Smartwatches
The Apple Watch Series 3 Lets Users Make Calls and Send Messages
8
Nightlight Alarm Clocks
The Oittm Intelligent Wake Up Alarm Clock Has a Multipurpose Design
7
Enhanced Audio Smart Speakers
The Sony LF-S50G Lets Consumers Interact with the Google Assistant
6
Rugged Smartwatch Strap Adapters
The Leatherman Tread Watch Adapter Works with the Apple Watch
5
Temperature-Regulating Timepieces
The 'AirCon' Watch Sends a Blast of Hot or Cool Air
4
Dual-Chamber Diffusers
Saje Wellness' 'aromaTime' Compact Diffuser Has Two Separate Tanks
3
Magnetic Hourglass Designs
Kikkerland's Classic Timepiece Uses Iron Filling Instead of Sand
2
Colleague-Connecting Apps
The Ding Ding App is Now Being Used by Chinese Workers
1
Fitness Watch Payment Systems
The Vivoactive 3 Comes with Garmin Pay
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Connected Pedestrian Lights
The 'Litty' Smart Wearable Light Ensures Visibility When Out at Night
Dangling Bikini Jewelry
Beachtails are Jewelry Pieces Designed to Dangle from Bathing Suit Bottoms
Smartphone-Incorporating Laptops
The Samsung Dex Book Concept Lets You Nest Your Device
Limited-Edition Minimalist Timepieces
The Icon Duesey Watch Does Away with Timepiece Traditions
Human Clock Faces
This Clock Uses a Human Eye to Represent the Passing of Time
Lightweight Concrete Timepieces
The Masonic Watch is Durable, Premium and Inherently Simple
Cost-Effective Smartwatches
The 'LEO' is an Affordable Smartwatch That Balances Features and Value
Tap-to-Pay Smartwatches
The Vivo Smartwatch Buys You a Post-Workout Smoothie
Architecturally Inspired Jewelry
'My Concrete City' Pays Homage to Beirut's Rich Urban Landscape
Ultra-Compact AC Units
The Portable Solar-Powered 'Coolala' Weighs Only 7 Pounds
High-End Automotive Fresheners
Diptyque Created an Upscale Air Freshener for Cars
App-Enabled Hydration Monitors
The Sixty Hydration Monitor Can Read Hydration Levels Through Skin
App-Enabled Smart Clocks
'LaMetric Smart Clock' Can Provide Important Updates in Real-Time
Revolutionary Luxury Watch Brands
The MAD Watches Startup Makes Opulent Watches Affordable
Smartwatch Surf-Tracking Apps
The XENSR Sessions App Tracks Surfing Directly from Your Wrist
Bed-Shaking Alarm Clocks
The Sonic Alert 'The Skull' Loud Alarm Clock Gets You Up Quickly
Japanese Artwork Diver Timepieces
The Balticus Automatic Bronze Diver’s Watches are Artistic
Biodegradable Seed-Ingrained Plates
Papelyco by Lifepack Offers Unique Disposable Plates
Biodegradable Household Objects
'This Is Temporary' Examines Permanent vs Disposable Items
Lightweight Sustainable Automobiles
Dutch Students Built and Designed This Biodegradable Car
Customizable Gel Ice Packs
The 'Nice Tri' Ice Pack Offers Targeted Relief After Workouts
Stackable Smartwatch Jewelry
Bytten Stacks Help You Personalize Your Tech
Naturalistic Laser-Cut Lamps
Marta Sansoni's Laser-Cut 'Maggio' Lamp Looks Like Woven Branches
Group Location-Sharing Clocks
The 'Eta Clock' Knows If You're at Work or School
Understanding Extremist Recruitment
Erin Saltman Considers Youth in Her Talk on Violent Extremism
Expansive Coworking Offices
The WeWork Coworking Office in Hong Kong Offers a Collaborative Space
Fitness Technology Smartwatches
The Fitbit Ionic Tracks Vitals and Keeps Wearers Connected
Art Deco Desk Clocks
This Decorative Clock Was Made with Nixie Tubes
Sustainable Stand-Up Paddle Boards
This 'Surftech' Paddle Board Uses Eco-Friendy 'BLOOM' Foam
Appreciation-Encouraging Clocks
The PAO Clock Timepiece Encourages You to Stay in the Moment
Car Brand Smartwatches
The Porsche Design Huawei Watch 2 Has a Demure Black Aesthetic
Olympic Luxury Watches
The RM 67-02 High Jump and RM 67-02 Sprint are Dedicated to Medallists
Dual-Device Charger Batteries
The Power Tube 6000 W2 Charges the iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch
Relaunched Military Timepieces
The Timex MK1 Aluminum Watches are Ready for Daily Use
3D Audiophile Speakers
The 'YARRA 3DX' Audio System Projects Sound for VR, AR and More
Sustainable Sapling-Saving Structures
The Cocoon Tree Plantation Device Addresses Climate Change
Automated Aromatherapy Diffusers
The 'Pium' Home Fragrance Diffuser Connects to Smart Technology
Dinosaur Smartwatch Bands
The Rexy Strap from Coach is Now Available in Fall Colors
Smart Nostalgic Speakers
The 'Boe' Speaker System Fuses a Vintage Aesthetic with Modern Sound
Vegetation-Peppered Offices
The zhenhai.com Office Offers a Bright, Open Working Environment
Anti-Pollution Skincare Collections
Oskia's 'Citylife' Offers Pollutant Protection for the Skin
Skeleton Movement Timepieces
The CJR COMMANDER Series Has a Demure, See-Through Design
Charging Smartwatch Straps
This Samsung Gear S3 Strap Doubles as a Charger for the Wearable
Inexpensive Minimalist Smartwatches
The Skagen Signatur Connected Hybrid Smartwatch is Discreet
Artisan Wedding Shops
Amazon's Online Wedding Shop Features One-of-Kind Items
Canine-Cooling Vests
The SGODA Dog Cooling Vest Harness Cooler Jacket Stays Cool in the Heat
Interactive Hologram Tables
The Euclideon Hologram Table Works with Motion-Tracking Glasses
Outdoor Adventurer Battery Packs
The myCharge AdventureMax Power Bank Battery Withstands Anything
Multi-Spectrum Office Environments
Ogilvy & Mather's Office Promotes Unconventional Thinking
Intentionally Pared Down Timepieces
The Automatically Slow Watch Stops You from Counting Minutes
Miniature Companion Smartphones
The 'Nanite' Micro Android Smartphone is 1.8 Inches in Height
Stark Gender-Fluid Jewelry
The Maria Black 'Disruption' Range Features Versatile Accessories
Small Sporty Smartwatches
The Samsung Gear Sport is Smaller for Active Use
Fight-Commemorating Watches
The Hublot Big Bang Las Vegas Limited Edition Watches are Celebratory
Condensed Cleaning Systems
Greenleaf Makes an Eco Range of Compressed Napkins and Scent Waters
Nostalgia-Inducing Stereo Systems
The Capitol One Speaker Series Has an Analog or Bluetooth Option
Headphone-Upgrading Receivers
The 'Jackster' Wireless Headset Adds Bluetooth to Any Equipment
Rugged Jewelry Brand Timepieces
The Tiffany & Co. CT60 DLC Watch Breaks Brand Tradition
Nightlight Alarm Clocks
The Oittm Intelligent Wake Up Alarm Clock Has a Multipurpose Design
Cost-Effecive Automatic Watches
The 'Automatik' Timepieces Have a High-End Design and a Low Price
Enhanced Audio Smart Speakers
The Sony LF-S50G Lets Consumers Interact with the Google Assistant
Rugged Smartwatch Strap Adapters
The Leatherman Tread Watch Adapter Works with the Apple Watch
Eco-Friendly Vegan Toothpastes
The Humble Co Aims to Have a Minimal Impact on the Environment
Truly Wireless Charging Solutions
The 'Pi' Transmits Power without the Need for Mats
Sticky Note Murals
MuralKit Uses Colored Post-it Notes to Guide Consumers Through Mural-Making
Data-Based Health Solutions
Sanofi Has Teamed Up With Evidation Health to Enhance Consumer Health
Audiophile Hub Speakers
The Podo Labs 'Belle' Connects with Multiple Speaker Units
Human Smart Home Assistants
Lauren McCarthy's 'Lauren' Project Turns The Artist Into an AI System
Sustainable Hemp Teas
These Teas Are Both Healthy and Environmentally Friendly
Tablet-Mounting Theater Speakers
The OIO Amp Turns Your iPad into a Home Theater
Music-Recommending Speakers
The 'Morgen' Smart Speaker Learns What You Like and Don't Like
Adjustable Multi-Size Backpacks
The 'Pinorama' is the World's First Adjustable Backpack
Curated Bridal Gift Ideas
The Anthropologie Bridal Gifts Ideas are Both Elegant and Affordable
Auto-Swiping Dating App Devices
The 'Tinda Finger' Swipes Right on Over 6,000 Profiles an Hour
Duvet-Stealing Alarm Clocks
A DIY Alarm Clock from '1UpLiving' Steals Your Sheets in the Morning
Experimental Activewear Fabrics
ONU's Newest Collection Explores Fabrics Like Arlyte and Umorfil
Ventilated Car Seat Cushions
The Zone Tech Cooling Car Seat Cushion Keeps You Cool on Long Drives
Vegan Egg Alternatives
Students from the University of Udine Created a Plant-Based Egg and Yolk
Creative Keyboard Dials
The 'Craft' Keyboard by Logitech Includes a "Creative Input Dial"
Peppermint Cooling Wipes
These Wipes by Zero K are Infused with a Refreshing Mint Scent
Inclusive Menstrual Tracking Apps
Planned Parenthood's 'Spot On' Focuses on Gender Neutrality
State-Inspired Diffuser Scents
Norden's Essential Oil Blends Capture the Essence of California
Budgeting Student Wearables
The POSB Smart Buddy Programme Introduces Money Management to Kids
Lightweight Headphone Neckbands
The Samsung U Flex Headphones Provide Nine Hours of Playback
Versatile Modular Watches
The AMOT Modular Watch Has the Convenience of Several Watches in One
Smart Third-Party Speakers
Panasonic's GA10 Speaker Lets Users Interact with the Google Assistant
Lease-Securing Startups
The Company Helps You Find a Lifestyle-Matching Property to Rent in London
Charity-Supporting Social Platforms
Legitifi's Charitiable Program Prompts Users to Give Back
Human Timeframe Visualizations
'Relativity of Time' Shows What People Could Do Throughout the Ages
Automatic Emergency Contact Apps
The Iris App Tells Friends and Family When You're in the Hospital