# Classy Minimalist Armless Watches The Nixon Newton Watch Brings a Bare Yet Classic Aesthetic By Michael Baxter | Published 2014-03-13 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/newton-watch References: [droold](http://www.droold.com/i/1555-The-Newton-Watch-by-Nixon) & [nixon](http://www.nixon.com/ca/en/mens/watches/the-newton-A116.html) The [Nixon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nixon-ripper) Newton watch brings a [minimalist style](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/azazel) to the watch owner that doesn't want all the flash and frills associated with modern timepieces. The watch has a square plastic frame and scratch resistant mineral for the covering. Contrary to popular belief, watches don't always have to bling to be considered high quality. This watch is proof of that fact. The watch comes in a variety of colors, but the main ones are [black and white](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a1-slate). Both of these colors are very simple in the way they are displayed, and other than the center piece and the two dots that work as the hands, there is no color variation. The watches design speaks for itself without need for showing off, making for a clean cut and stylish look without trying too hard. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Minimalist Watch Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop minimalist watch designs catering to individuals who prefer a clean and simple aesthetic. - **Non-traditional Timepiece Materials:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of alternative materials, such as plastic, in watch manufacturing to create unique and lightweight timepieces. - **Simplicity in Display:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Focus on creating watches with minimal color variation and simple display elements to appeal to those seeking a sleek and understated look. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Watch Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate minimalist design elements and non-traditional materials into traditional watch manufacturing processes to cater to evolving consumer preferences. - **Fashion Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Capitalize on the trend of minimalism in fashion accessories by introducing sleek and simple watches as a stylish and functional accessory. - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Extend minimalist design principles from watches to other consumer electronic devices, creating a cohesive minimalist product line for tech-savvy individuals. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Transparent All-Glass Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nothing-watch-1.md) - [Glowing Minimalist Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ming-3702-minimalist.md) - [Minimalistic Metallic Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waldor-co-novel-40-cap-dail.md) - [Streetwear Action Sports Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nixon-ripper.md) - [All-Black Minimalist Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bremont-jumping-hour-watch.md) - [Minimalist Mars Exploration Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nova-nasa-watch-concept.md) - [Minimalist Multi-Display Smartwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimal-watch-concept.md) - [Ultra-Minimalist Collaboration Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braun-paul-smith-bn0279.md) - [Black Lacquered Minimal Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a1-slate.md)