# Primary Color Timepieces The Fortis Art Edition Mattern Watch is '80s-Inspired By Allison Love | Published 2010-08-30 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fortis-art-edition-mattern References: [luxist](http://www.luxist.com/2010/08/26/fortis-art-edition-mattern-watch/) & [fortis-watches](http://www.fortis-watches.com/front_content.php) The [Fortis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fortis-novonaut-amadee24) Art Edition Mattern watch is a sleek timepiece that takes cues from the '80s with its [colorful and skeletonized face](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amida-digitrend-open-sapphire). The Fortis Art Edition time pieces are part of a [collaboration with Michael Mattern, an artist](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/piaget-andy-warhol) who uses a lot of geometric shapes and mechanical imagery. The Fortis Art Edition Mattern watch is sleek and stylish but takes inspiration from the past for its future relevance. **Implications** - This watch is perfect for those who love adding a bit of retrofied chic to their outfits. Not only does it use classic colors, but t will add a classic look to any ensemble. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Retro-inspired Timepieces:** Designing timepieces that draw inspiration from past decades is a growing trend in the watch industry. - **Geometric Art Collaboration:** Collaborations between artists and watch brands offer opportunities to create unique timepiece designs that incorporate artistic elements. - **Colorful and Skeletonized Dials:** The use of vibrant colors and skeletonized dials is gaining popularity in watch design, providing a bold and contemporary aesthetic. ### Who This Affects Most - **Watchmaking:** The watchmaking industry can explore incorporating retro design elements and collaborations with artists to create innovative and visually striking timepieces. - **Fashion Accessories:** Fashion accessory brands can embrace the trend of retro-inspired watches and capitalize on the demand for unique and fashionable timepieces. - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can explore partnerships with watch brands to create limited edition timepieces that merge art and functionality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Iconic Artwork Watch Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artful-watches.md) - [Colorful Retro Design Chronographs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/defy-chronograph-usm.md) - [Graphic Art-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/type-1-round-m.md) - [Kinetic Art Wristwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/type-8-daniel-engelberg.md) - [Mars Colonization Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fortis-novonaut-amadee24.md) - [Co-Branded Maximalist Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marni-x-gshock-gmds5610ma7er.md) - [Futuristic Space-Themed Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amida.md) - [Collaborative Fashion-Centric Patterned Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gmds5610ma7er.md) - [Open-Concept Retro-Style Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amida-digitrend-open-sapphire.md)