# Modernized Pocket Watches The People People Pocket Watch Resurrects a Vintage Time-Teller By Meghan Young | Published 2013-04-05 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/people-people-pocket-watch References: [inqmind.co](http://www.inqmind.co/2013/04/nothing-says-classic-like-a-pocket-watch/) & [peoplepeople.se](http://www.peoplepeople.se/the-pocket-watch-a-forgotten-accessory/) While many companies are concentrating on [technologically sophisticated devices and watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retrofuture-wrist-tech), the People People Pocket Watch resurrects a [classic time-teller](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-alarm-clock-wristwatch) for the modern man. The Swedish design collection has replaced the Victorian-esque gold and white aesthetic with something a lot more [minimalist and streamlined](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gshock-x-beautiful-people). Designed to complement the 3-piece suit, which has made a strong comeback as men embrace their more dapper sides, the People People Pocket Watch is an accessory that will perfect these charming outfits handsomely. Not to mention that they offer a more stylish alternative to checking the time of one's smartphone. The all black design of the People People Pocket Watch comes either with a matching black chain or a braided leather strap. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Modernized Pocket Watches:** A trend of bringing back vintage, minimalistic pocket watches for the modern man. - **Minimalist Accessory Design:** A trend of designing minimalistic accessories that complement classic formal wear. - **Smartphone Alternative Accessories:** A trend of creating stylish accessories that serve as a fashionable alternative to checking a smartphone for the time. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** The fashion industry sees a disruptive innovation opportunity in creating a line of modern and minimalistic accessories for the modern man. - **Retail:** The retail industry could see a disruptive innovation opportunity in targeting those who value timeless, vintage pieces with a more modern, elegant twist. - **Luxury Goods:** Luxury goods manufacturers can embrace this trend of modernized pocket watches as a way to continue creating timeless, high-quality items for their customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Next-Gen Pocket Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arsham-droplet.md) - [Posh Celebratory Pocket Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/special-edition-pocket-watch.md) - [Pocketwatch-Inspired Wristwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seiko-presage-craftsmanship-series-porter.md) - [Pocket Watch-Inspired Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-pocket-watch.md) - [Time-Telling Cufflinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creamy-patina-2023-collection.md) - [Descriptive Wearable Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pebble-time-2.md) - [Modernized Vintage Wristwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-alarm-clock-wristwatch.md) - [Retro-Futurism Smartwatch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/justwatch.md) - [Revived Quartz Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/q-timex-1972.md)