We all know the saying, “I’ve got the whole world in my hands," and for any space-geek with a thick wallet who is looking to go beyond that, this particular innovation completely enables you to have the whole solar system on your wrist.
The 'Complication Poetique Midnight Planetarium' by Van Cleef & Arpels is a 369-part watch that displays the first six planets of our solar system orbiting in real time, right on the face of your wrist. Though it isn’t solar-powered, which would've made a lot of sense, it goes for a whopping $245,000; a luxury that will leave you thinking beyond what encompasses your wrist.
One thing is for certain, there won’t be anybody with a flashier wrist in our galaxy.
What's Driving This Trend
- Planetary Timepieces
- Developing luxury timepieces that showcase the solar system on the face of a watch, providing a new market segment for luxury watches.
- Real-time Orbital Displays
- Innovations in technology have allowed for the development of watches that showcase real-time orbital movement of objects, including celestial bodies.
- Luxury Space-themed Accessories
- Creating luxury accessories that showcase space and astronomy in a unique way, tapping into the interest of a niche market segment.
Who This Affects Most
- Luxury Watchmaking
- Incorporating unique and rare features into high-end timepieces, providing a new level of exclusivity to customers.
- Astronomy and Space Technology
- Combining astronomy and technology to create unique accessories that bridge the gap between fashion and science.
- Luxury Accessory Design
- Incorporating innovation and luxury into accessory design that caters to a niche market segment interested in space and astronomy.
