The Luna moon watch displays the time based on the changing motions of the moon.
Designer Ilmo Ahn said he was inspired by the fact that everyone watches the same moon yet we all conjure up different emotions from viewing it. This product was created by the designer's own interpretation of the moon. The Luna watch shows the time by imitating the process of the real moon through waxing and waning. When the moon wanes, the smaller part of the visible surface is illuminated, thus making it look as if it has decreased in size. If the Luna watch wanes to the right, it indicates AM whereas the left will indicate PM. The watch can be recharged by connecting the side of the wrist band to a USB port.
This concept watch is unlike conventional timepieces, and will be appreciated by astronauts, astronomy devotees and lovers of the night.
Moon-Mimicking Watches
The Luna Moon Watch Tells Time Through the Wax and Wane Motions of the Moon
Trend Themes
1. Moon-inspired Timepieces - There is an opportunity for watch designers to create more timepieces inspired by the moon, exploring unique ways to display time using the moon's motions.
2. Natural-inspired Wearables - The trend of designing wearable technology inspired by the natural world can continue to be explored, creating products that connect users with the environment around them.
3. Rechargeable Wearables - The use of rechargeable materials and technologies can be an exciting opportunity for wearable designers, allowing for eco-friendly and convenient products for consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Watchmaking Industry - The watchmaking industry can explore ways to innovate and differentiate from conventional timepieces, creating unique products that can appeal to different consumer groups.
2. Wearable Technology Industry - Wearable technology designers can incorporate elements from nature into their products, enhancing the user experience and creating products that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing.
3. Green Technology Industry - The trend of eco-friendly and energy-efficient products can be incorporated into wearable technology, creating products that are not only convenient and functional but also environmentally conscious.