# Stylish Psychedelic Watches These Ethnic Watches from Swatch are Both Timeless and Trendy By Alyson Wyers | Published 2013-08-21 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ethnic-watches References: [fancy](http://fancy.com/things/433219808880756965/Psychedelia-Watch-by-Swatch) & [swatch](http://www.swatch.com/zz_en/watches/ss2013_ethnic.product-GB273.html) The 2013 Ethnic Watches line by [Swatch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colors-of-joy-collection) features a [groovy pattern](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dsruptor-watch). The Psychedelia model has a cloth strap and plastic face. It's mostly black with colorful, mosaic-like accents. The analog face prominently displays the quarter hours for easy time-telling. The summer line transitions well into fall and can be worn any time of the year. Its water-resistant nature and slim build makes it a great everyday accessory. The stylish, multi-hued design also makes it easy to match with other outfits. These [ethnic watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timex-day-of-the-dead-weekender) are the perfect combination of classic Swiss technology and style. It's enough to turn even the most ardent bare-wristers to consider wearing a watch on a daily basis. A watch like this also makes a great back-to-school gift. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Ethnic Watch Revival:** The rise of colorful ethnic watches offers an opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate the ethnic-inspired design into their products. - **Psychedelic Minimalism:** There is a growing trend in fashion towards bold psychedelic minimalism that showcases bold colors and visible designs. - **Everyday Accessory Innovation:** The demand for everyday accessories that are water-resistant and slim build creates an opportunity for companies to innovate new wearable tech accessories, such as wristbands and smartwatches. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Brands can incorporate the colorful ethnic-inspired design into their products and reach a broader audience. - **Watchmaking:** There is an opportunity for watchmaking companies to innovate new smartwatches and wristbands that offer the same functions as traditional watches with extra features and designs. - **Jewelry:** Jewelry designers can take inspiration from the use of colorful singular designs to create bold minimalist necklaces, rings, and bracelets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bold-Colored Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colors-of-joy-collection.md) - [Playful Watch Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swatch-essentials.md) - [Bold Holiday Watch Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swatch-2024-holiday-collection.md) - [Spring-Forward Floral Design Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blossom-time-collection.md) - [Playful Astronomy-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-mission-to-earthphase.md) - [Bronzed Statue-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swatch-vick-bronze-by-verdy.md) - [Lunar Festivities-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/year-of-the-dragon-2.md) - [Cartoonish Parental Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swatch-x-the-simpsons-watches.md) - [Lunar New Year Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/year-of-the-snake-swatch-collection.md)