# Lunar-Inspired Timepieces This Luxury Wristwatch Features a Projected Moonphase Display By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2018-02-07 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar-luxury-wristwatch References: [newatlas](https://newatlas.com/moonmachine-watch-prism/53210/) & [mbandf](https://www.mbandf.com/en) The MoonMachine 2 is an innovative new luxury wristwatch, developed by noted Swiss brand MB&F as part of a collaboration with the Finland-based watchmaker Stepan Sarpaneva, that stands out due to its unique display. This particular luxury wristwatch has a [unique moonphase display](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calibre-jj04) that doesn't just add a different level of precision to the watch's time-keeping ability, but also lends an opulent lunar-inspired appearance. What's more, the MoonMachine 2 features elegant sapphire crystals for an added touch of class, with the thick case ensuring better protection for the internal components while also giving the watch a more rugged feel. Available for between $94,000 and $102,000, the MB&F MoonMachine 2 is a unique luxury wristwatch that is both a technological accomplishment and a piece of incomparable craftsmanship. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Luxury Timepieces with Unique Displays:** Innovative luxury wristwatches with unique displays offer precision and opulent designs for discerning customers. - **Sapphire Crystal Accents in Luxury Timepieces:** Luxury timepieces featuring elegant sapphire crystals provide added sophistication and visual appeal. - **Rugged Luxury Wristwatches with Enhanced Protection:** Luxury wristwatches with thick cases offer improved protection for internal components and a more durable aesthetic. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Luxury Watches:** The luxury watch industry can tap into the demand for innovative timepieces with unique displays and sapphire crystal accents. - **High-end Jewelry:** High-end jewelry industry can explore collaborations with watchmakers to create luxury timepieces with unique moonphase displays and sapphire crystal accents. - **Fashion Accessories:** The fashion accessories industry can embrace the trend of luxury wristwatches with rugged designs and enhanced protection for internal components. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Moondust-Made Minimal Wristwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunar1622-watch.md) - [Meteorite Moon Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perpetual-moon-concept.md) - [Moon-Inspired Watch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mooninspired-watch.md) - [Galaxy-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ur-100v-lightspeed.md) - [Luxe Mechanical Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lvdb03-louis-varius-project.md) - [Ultra-Limited Intricate Watch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perpetual-moon.md) - [Moon Landing-Themed Watch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moon-walker.md) - [Artistic Architectural Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-tambour-moon-flying-tourbillon.md) - [Reworked Moon Mission-Inspired Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-side-of-the-moon-1.md)