Japanese watchmaking imprint Kurono Tokyo introduces its inaugural calendar watch this week in the form of the Calendrier Type I. It will feature a full calendar that displays the date, day, and month and has a coin-edge bezel that will have a more rugged design style from Hajime Asaoka. The watch is described to still represent the designer's "penchant for the vintage romanticism of the art-deco era."
Notably, Asaoka speaks about the new design, stating that "Blemishes accumulated are unique to the wearer and is a written record of his journey and adventures through life [...] Owners should spend their time in meaningful pursuits rather than worry about scratches. Hence the design embraces such blemishes, adds character, and looks better over time."
Rugged Vintage Calendar Watches
Kurono Tokyo Launches its First-Ever Calendar Watch Design
Trend Themes
1. Rugged Calendar Watches - A new trend of robust and vintage-inspired watches that feature full calendars, offering durability and functionality coupled with aesthetics for a unique fashion accessory.
2. Coin-edge Bezel Design - The new style of utilizing coin-edge bezels in watch designs with a more rugged and metallic look will be trending in the watch industry.
3. Modern Retro Watch Designs - The trend of modernizing retro designs in watchmaking will continue, combining the classic look with modern innovations and new materials for unique timepiece collectors and enthusiasts.
Industry Implications
1. Luxury Watch Industry - The luxury watch industry should embrace the trend of creating a blend of ruggedness and durability with style, moving beyond traditional designs for new watch wearers.
2. Jewelry and Accessories Industry - Designers within the jewelry and accessories industry can explore integrating modern-retro appeal in watch designs and incorporating coin-edge bezels in various metallic colors that can be worn for formal and casual events.
3. Fashion Industry - Fashion industry brands can collaborate with watchmakers to create timepieces that match the current trend of modern-retro designs and cater to the growing demand for stylish and practical wearable accessories.