# Luxury Lunar-Themed Watches Ulysse Nardin's New 'Blast Moonstruck' Timepiece Can Read Moon Phases By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2022-02-01 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blast-moonstruck References: [acquiremag](http://acquiremag.com/style/ulysse-nardin-blast-moonstruck) & [ulysse-nardin](https://www.ulysse-nardin.com/usa_en/) Luxury Swiss watch brand [Ulysse Nardin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urfreak) has announced the launch of its latest Ludwig Oechslin-crafted timepiece, the Blast Moonstruck. The highly complex piece features a 45mm black ceramic and black DLC titanium case that wraps around a one-of-a-kind dial that features a variety of [lunar-themed information](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moonswatch-mission-to-earthphase). For example, the dial includes details regarding moon phases, tidal coefficients, days of the lunar month, and the current position of the moon and sunn around the globe. Powering the sleek and sophisticated timepiece is the [UN](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ulysse-nardin-freak-x-ops)-106 automatic movement, which boasts a power reserve of 50 hours. For those interested, the Blast Moonstruck is now available to purchase on Ulysse Nardin's website. However, shoppers should brace themselves for its inordinately high pricetag, Image Credit: Ulysse Nardin ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Moon-themed Luxury Watches:** Luxury watch brands can explore unique and complex timepieces that incorporate moon-related information and designs for added value and rarity. - **Complex Dial Designs:** Luxury watch brands can incorporate more intricate and detailed dial designs that display additional information beyond just time-keeping for added luxury and user experience. - **Automated Movement Technology:** Luxury watch brands can invest in developing automated movement technology that allows for longer power reserves and added convenience for users. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Luxury Watches:** Luxury watch companies can take inspiration from Ulysse Nardin's 'Blast Moonstruck' timepiece to explore and develop more complex and rare wristwatches for niche markets. - **Precision Timekeeping:** Companies in the precision timekeeping industry can partner with luxury watch brands to develop and supply the necessary technology and movements for complex and precise watchmaking. - **E-commerce:** E-commerce platforms can offer exclusive access to high-end luxury watches like the Blast Moonstruck for affluent customers looking for unique and rare timepieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Moon-Inspired Watch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mooninspired-watch.md) - [Moondust-Made Minimal Wristwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar1622-watch.md) - [Meteorite Moon Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perpetual-moon-concept.md) - [Ultra-Limited Intricate Watch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perpetual-moon.md) - [Galaxy-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ur-100v-lightspeed.md) - [Moon Landing-Themed Watch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moon-walker.md) - [Celestial Meteorite-Infused Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bulova-lunar-pilot-meteorite.md) - [Luxury Space-Themed Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-themed-timepiece.md) - [Co-Branded Space Travel Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unimatic-x-massena-lab-u1spg-nasa-artemis.md)