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# Gradient Crystal-Finished Watches
G-SHOCK Debuts the 5-Piece 'Iridescent Color' Collection

By Kanesa D | Published 2022-06-29 | Updated 2022-07-04 | Fashion
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iridescent-color
References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/6/g-shock-iridescent-color-watches-gradient-crystal) & [gshocksio](https://gshock.casio.com/us/?utm_source=hypebeast&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=g-shock_iridesscent-colors-2022jun-hypebeast-us_202206_us&utm_content=||iridesscent-colors|220626|article)

[G-SHOCK](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gshock-polychromatic-accents-collection) is releasing the ‘Iridescent Color’ collection, which comprises five watch silhouettes in multiple eccentric colorways, including matte black and translucent. The collection includes the ‘DW-5600SR-1,’ ‘DW-5600SRS-7,’ ‘GA-110SR-1A,’ ‘GA-2100SR-1A,’ and ‘GA-2100SRS-7A’ watches, all finished with a one of a kind rainbow vapor glass and impact-resistant structure. Each watch is shock-resistant and water-resistant up to 200 meters.

The ‘DW-5600SRS-7’ and ‘GA-2100SRS-7A’ come with a [translucent resin case and strap](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gshock-gsteel-gm2110), while the ‘DW-5600SR-1’ and ‘DW-5600SRS-7’ are equipped with a [square-shape watch face](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-and-white-collection) and classic wrist band. The ‘GA-2100SR-1A’ and ‘GA-2100SRS-7A’ use a Super Illuminator LED for the face and display, providing world time for 31 time zones. Additional specifications for other styles can be found on the G-SHOCK website, along with visuals of the watches in action.

Image Credit: Hypebeast

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.0/10
- Popularity: 49% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 12%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Iridescent Fashion:** Iridescent colors are changing the landscape of fashion and accessories, providing a unique and futuristic style that appeals to a younger market.
- **Impact-resistant Materials:** The growing demand for impact-resistant materials in the watch industry opens up opportunities for manufacturers to develop new materials that are both durable and stylish.
- **Smart Features:** Expanding the smart capabilities of watches, by incorporating new features such as world time for multiple time zones, creates opportunities for companies to cater to tech-savvy consumers.

### Where This Applies

- **Watch Manufacturing:** The watch industry has a growing demand for stylish and durable watches, providing an opportunity for manufacturers to incorporate new materials into their design.
- **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers have an opportunity to cater to younger and tech-savvy consumers by incorporating iridescent fashion and smart features into their products.
- **Consumer Electronics:** Expanding the smart capabilities of watches opens up opportunities for consumer electronics companies to develop new and innovative features for smartwatches.

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