# Minimalist 1970s-Inspired Watch Lines Bell & Ross Have Created a Simplistic BR 05 Watch Line By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-09-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/br-05-watch References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2019/9/bell-ross-br-05-new-watch-release-first-look) & [bellross](https://www.bellross.com/mods/BR-05-COLLECTION/#section_1) [Bell & Ross](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bell-ross-br-05-black-ceramic) have created a new BR 05 watch line with simple features. The BR 05 watch will most notably feature a connected strap and case. The watch features a rounded case design that contains a rounded face located inside the bezel of the watch. The simplistic design is intended to resemble different [minimalistic watches from the 1970s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ressence-type-3-bb2). The new watch from Bell & Ross features a case that measures 40 mm. The watch is available in either a mixed polish strap or a rubberized strap. Bell & Ross have also created a '[Skeleton' version of the watch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5-sports-bamford), which will be restricted to 500 models. The "Skeleton" edition will be powered by a BR-CAl.322 caliber movement system that can be seen on the underside of the watch. Image Credit: Bell & Ross ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## 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 - **Minimalist Watch Design:** Opportunity for watch companies to create simplistic, minimalist designs inspired by previous eras. - **Connected Watch Features:** Opportunity for watch companies to incorporate more connected features into their designs. - **Limited Edition Release:** Opportunity for watch companies to release limited edition models to create exclusivity and demand. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Watch Manufacturing Industry:** Opportunity for watch manufacturers to create simplistic and connected designs, as well as promote limited edition releases to increase sales. - **Luxury Goods Industry:** Opportunity for luxury goods manufacturers to target high-end consumers with limited edition watch releases and minimalist design features. - **Retail and Ecommerce Industry:** Opportunity for retailers and ecommerce companies to offer exclusive limited edition watches from popular watch brands, as well as promote minimalist and connected design trends to fashion-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Haute Black Ceramic Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bell-ross-br-05-black-ceramic.md) - [Dazzling Mirrored Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bell-ross-br05-grey-mirror-steel.md) - [Square Case Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brx3.md) - [Industrial Skeletal Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bell-ross-br03-skeleton.md) - [Futuristic Iridescent Timepiece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brx5-iridescent.md) - [Intentionally Cracked Crystal Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bell-ross-br05-skeleton-arctic-blue.md) - [Matte Black Ceramic Wristwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/br-03-cyber-ceramic.md) - [Square Tourbillon Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/br-x3-tourbillon.md) - [Elite Aviation Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bell-ross-br03-chrono-rafale-solo-display.md)