The new Hermès Médor Rock collection is a masterful blend of elegance and rebellion in a new luxe timepiece. This new timepiece collection plays on the concealed watch design concept, with the face hidden behind a lacquered pyramid stud. The stud can easily be opened with a press of the crown revealing a small face with an incredibly minimalist design.
The Médor Rock collection is powered by a quartz movement and is worn via a triple tour strap. The inspiration for the strap was taken from Hermès' dog collar bracelet, which also plays off the studded bracelets seen in punk and rock n' roll style. The Médor Rock collection will be available in three versions, with some featuring a plain silver-tone pyramid stud, some with a lacquered stud and a few with a cross-set. The straps also vary in color ranging from capucine to inky blue.
Elegant Rock-Inspired Watches
The Hermès Médor Rock Collection Blends Style and Attitude
Trend Themes
1. Concealed Watch Designs - There is a trend of luxury watches having minimalist faces that are hidden behind unique, stylish designs.
2. Rock-inspired Timepieces - Luxury watch designers are creating collections that pay homage to the style and attitude of punk and rock n' roll subcultures.
3. Innovative Strap Designs - Watchmakers are experimenting with unique strap designs inspired by different cultures that offer both fashion and function.
Industry Implications
1. Luxury Watchmaking - Luxury watchmakers have an opportunity to cater to niche markets by creating unique and stylish timepieces inspired by various subcultures.
2. Fashion and Accessories - The fashion industry can collaborate with luxury watchmakers to create stylish and on-trend timepieces that complement their clothing lines.
3. Jewelry Design - Jewelry designers can expand their brand by venturing into watchmaking, offering timepieces that have jewelry-like qualities and unique designs.