# Stealth Neon Watches The Nixon S/S 2013 'Black & Lum' Collection Is Special-Ops-Inspired By Katie Pagnotta | Published 2013-01-16 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nixon-ss-2013 References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/2013/01/16/nixon-springsummer-2013-black-lum-collection/) & [watchismo](http://www.watchismo.com/nixon-ride-ss-all-black-lum.aspx) The [Nixon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nixon-disk-watch) Spring/Summer 2013 '[Black & Lum](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-honey-collection)' collection pays homage to the [special forces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luminox-navy-seal-foundation) and is packed with black and neon contrast timepieces. Every watch in the series has hints of luminous details from striped lines to numerals. Nixon watches are durable, long-lasting and staples for men and women. The 'Black & Lum' watches are neutral with flair. The neon accents pop and the overall vibe of the watches is stealth and bold. Each slick timepiece features a stainless steel chassis, a raised bezel and comes with a custom band. The most stunning bracelet style stocks a three link stainless steel band with beveled links. The watches are badass and sure to make anyone go undercover. The Nixon Spring/Summer 2013 'Black & Lum' collection is sleek, refined and luminous. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Special-ops-inspired Watches:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop special operations-inspired watches with sleek designs and luminous details. - **Black and Neon Contrast Timepieces:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create timepieces that combine black and neon contrast colors to offer a unique and bold style. - **Stainless Steel Chassis Watches:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design watches with stainless steel chassis and custom bands for a durable and stylish look. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Watch Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate special forces-inspired designs and neon accents in watches to attract a modern and adventurous customer base. - **Fashion Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with watch brands to create stylish timepieces that incorporate neon contrast colors and sleek designs. - **Accessories Industry:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a line of stainless steel watches with customizable bands that appeal to consumers seeking durable and fashionable accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stealthy Military Dive Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luminox-navy-seal-military-dive-watch.md) - [Blacked-Out Pilot Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heritage-pilot-watch.md) - [Streetwear Action Sports Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nixon-ripper.md) - [Ocean-Inspired Watch Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hidden-glow.md) - [Glowing Nighttime-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seiko-prospex-black-series.md) - [Stealthy All-Black Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unimatic-x-maxfield-modello-tre-u3sm-chronograph-watch.md) - [Ultra-Durable Sand-Textured Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luminox-atacama-field-watch.md) - [Stealthy Blacked-Out Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unimatic-allblack-series.md) - [Navy SEAL Support Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luminox-navy-seal-foundation.md)