# Bulging Eye-Like Timepieces The Poison Dart Frog Watch is Dangerously Good-Looking By Meghan Young | Published 2012-08-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poison-dart-frog-watch References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2012/08/mbf-hm3-poison-dart-frog-watch/) & [mbandf](http://www.mbandf.com/download/press/poison-dart-frog/) The inspiration behind the Poison Dart Frog watch is stated right in its name. Like the amphibian’s exotically-patterned black and yellow skin, which works to camouflage it in the tropical rainforest, the high-tech zirconium case of the timepiece is disguised by a [sleek, black layer of PVD](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-fusion-all-black-camo). With its 18k yellow gold screws, 22k yellow gold rotor and protruding dials that look like bulging eyes, the watch pays tribute to the frog in a very visual way. Created by Swiss watch company [MB&F](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mbf-hm9-sapphire-vision), the Poison Dart Frog watch is a [limited edition of 10 pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grow-your-dreams). Exclusively available at The Hour Glass, the masculine timepiece is both luxurious and unique. Full of character, it is a statement-making accessory. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 26% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Eye-like Timepieces:** Watch designers can create unique and visually striking timepieces by incorporating elements from nature, like the bulging eye dials of the Poison Dart Frog Watch. - **Exotic Camouflage Design:** Designers can take inspiration from natural patterns like the camouflage of the Poison Dart Frog to incorporate unique designs in product packaging and branding. - **Luxury Limited Editions:** Companies can create exclusive and high-end limited edition products for customers looking for unique and statement-making accessories like the Poison Dart Frog Watch. ### Where This Applies - **Luxury Watches:** Swiss watch companies can continue to innovate the luxury watch industry by incorporating unconventional designs and natural elements, like the Poison Dart Frog Watch. - **Fashion Accessories:** Brands can use unique and striking designs inspired by nature, like the bulging eye-like dials of the Poison Dart Frog Watch, in their fashion accessory lines. - **Luxury Retail:** Retailers can attract high spending customers by offering exclusive and limited edition products, like the Poison Dart Frog Watch, in their stores. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Durable High-End Frog-Inspired Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goliath-frogman.md) - [Whimsical Regulator Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unfrogettable.md) - [Textured Scale-Covered Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urwerk-ur101-trex.md) - [Passion Fruit-Inspired Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/03series.md) - [Moody Malachite Stone Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenith-super-sea-wolf-compression-diver.md) - [Opulent Avian-Accented Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/credor-goldfeather-tourbillon-gbcf999.md) - [Bioluminescent Oceanic Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenith-defy-extreme-diver-topper-edition.md) - [Open-Concept Retro-Style Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amida-digitrend-open-sapphire.md) - [Chromatic Collaboration Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mbf-mad1-time-to-love.md)