# Luxury Unisex Watches The New Louis Vuitton Watch is Inspired by the Brand's Travel Trunks By Cadhla Gray | Published 2015-09-24 | Updated 2015-10-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-watch References: [luxurylaunches](http://luxurylaunches.com/watches/louis-vuitton-lv-fifty-five-its-first-unisex-watch-collection.php) & [pursuitist](http://pursuitist.com/louis-vuitton-lv-fifty-five-watch-unveiled/) The latest [Louis Vuitton](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tambour-street-diver) watch is new in a number of ways -- the first being that it is unisex, second is that it uses its own handcrafted leather straps, and third is it was inspired by the brand's own [iconic trunks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trophy-trunk). The stunning LV Fifty Five is sturdy and chic, much like Louis Vuitton's travel luggage is known to be. It features a round steel timepiece that encases a face which shows off the brand's iconic V at each quarter, with the 'LV' placed at the 12 o'clock. On the top and bottom, there are miniature metal plaques that feature the brand's name, similar to the engraved plaques on its trunks. To top it all off, these steel watches boast stunning leather straps that are made in-house. While one version of this Louis Vuitton watch is unisex, two others exist that cater to a more feminine or masculine-specific look. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Unisex Watches:** Opportunity to create unisex luxury watches that cater to diverse audiences. - **Handcrafted Leather Straps:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in utilizing unique and artisanal materials for watch straps. - **Icon-inspired Design:** Potential for creating watches that incorporate iconic brand elements for a distinctive aesthetic. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Luxury Watch Manufacturing:** Luxury watch manufacturers can explore the market demand for unisex timepieces and innovative strap materials. - **Artisanal Leather Goods:** Opportunity for leather goods manufacturers to collaborate with luxury watch brands in producing handcrafted watch straps. - **Fashion Accessories:** Fashion accessory companies can develop watches that integrate iconic design elements for a unique and fashion-forward appeal. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Funk-Inspired Luxury Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tambour-street-diver.md) - [Luxe Mechanical Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lvdb03-louis-varius-project.md) - [Reinterpreted Luxury Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-monterey.md) - [Collaborative Intricate Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lvkv02-gmr-6.md) - [Adventure-Inspired Jewelry Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-jewelry-collection1.md) - [High-Fashion Timepiece Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-tambour-collections.md) - [Luxe Horological Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-de-bethune-varius-project.md) - [Artistic Architectural Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-tambour-moon-flying-tourbillon.md) - [Masculine Fashion House Jewelry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/les-gastons-vuitton-collection.md)