Luxury watchmaker IKEPOD has unveiled the 'Seapod Diver,' a new line of UFO-shaped timepieces designed by Habrice Gonet. These atypical luxury watches will be the first live version of the brand's popular pod-like model. They will be released in three colors: blue, black, and black and silver.
Sticking with the brand's iconic rounded shape, the 'Seapod Diver' mixes elements of the 1996 'Seaslug' with the popular 'Duopod' and 'Megapod' models. Completely lug-free, this sleek watch comes in at 46mm and is equipped with clear dive markers, a screw-down crown, and a classic, 12-hour rotating bezel. In addition, the watch is entirely water-resistant up to 200m and it is powered by a 'Miyota 9039' allowing for exceptional automatic movement.
UFO-Inspired Dive Watches
IKEPOD Has Launched the New 'Seapod Diver' Timepiece Collection
Trend Themes
1. Ufo-inspired Timepieces - Opportunity for luxury brands to innovate by designing unconventional timepieces.
2. Pod-shaped Watches - Opportunity for watch manufacturers to create pod shapes that are aesthetic, functional, and sustainable without compromising on luxury watch performance.
3. Water Resistant Watches - Opportunity for watchmakers to improve the water resistance of watches with automatic movements.
Industry Implications
1. Luxury Watches - Luxury watchbrands can consider creating unique timepieces that resonate with the trends of unconventional watch shapes for innovative design.
2. Swiss Watch Manufacturing Industry - There is potential for Swiss watch manufacturers to capitalize on the trend of unconventional watch shapes, creating new designs while maintaining Swiss craftsmanship.
3. Dive Watch Industry - Dive watch brands can invest in creating watches with higher water resistance for deeper dives, while incorporating unique designs inspired by innovative and unconventional design trends.