# Oceanic Coast-Inspired Timepieces The Firle Watches 'Sennen Automatic' Has a Minimal Aesthetic By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-05-21 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/firle-watches References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2020/05/19/with-its-pristine-design-this-watch-makes-you-feel-like-youre-staring-at-an-oceanic-horizon/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/456138653/the-sennen-automatic-by-firle-watches?ref=mpsk3i) The Firle Watches 'Sennen Automatic' timepiece is an elegant accessory for those seeking out a high-end watch without the associated price tag. Designed by Will Martin of Firle Watches, the timepiece is powered by a Swiss-made STP1-11 movement and features a 44 hour power reserve to keep it running between wears. The [minimalist timepiece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ming-3702-minimalist) is designed with the [Cornish coast as inspiration](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parmigiani-fleurier-tonda-pf-sport) to make it an accessory that will call to mind oceanic environments with daily wear. The Firle Watches 'Sennen Automatic' timepiece is crafted with a 316L stainless steel case that has been expertly polished to a high-gloss shine. A sapphire crystal lens sits atop of the case to allow for a clear view of the minimal dial below that will display time efficiently. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Minimalist Timepieces:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include incorporating sustainable materials or smart technology into minimalist watch designs. - **Affordable Luxury Watches:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation include creating more accessible luxury watches through innovative materials or production techniques. - **Nature-inspired Watch Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include integrating eco-friendly materials or nature-inspired elements into watch design and branding. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Watch Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include the development of new materials, automation in production processes, and the integration of smart technology in watch manufacturing. - **Jewelry Retail:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation include the incorporation of online customization tools or augmented reality experiences to enhance the retail experience. - **Fashion Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include the integration of wearable technology or sustainable materials in fashion accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collaboration Yacht Builder Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aera-x-firmship-p1-pilot.md) - [Minimal Scandinavian Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/montoir-dive-watch.md) - [Refined Watch Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/temporal-works.md) - [Demure Designer Dive Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolbrook-skindiver-automatic-watch.md) - [Minimalist Concave Dial Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aera-p1-pilot-watch.md) - [Limited-Edition Maritime Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/p1-pilot.md) - [Accessible Space Age Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timex-marlin-jet.md) - [Minimalistic Metallic Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waldor-co-novel-40-cap-dail.md) - [Mission-Ready Mechanical Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bremont-supermarine-s302-jet.md)