# Ultra-Luxe Bespoke Timepiece Designs The Skeletonized Rolex is a Product of Artisans de Genève By Kalin Ned | Published 2020-01-07 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skeletonized-rolex References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2020/1/artisans-de-geneve-andrea-pirlo-rolex-submariner) & [artisansdegeneve](https://www.artisansdegeneve.com/en/customizations/andrea-pirlo/) An incredibly chic skeletonized [Rolex](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slawn) watch was commissioned by Andrea Pirlo who is an Italian midfielder, as well as a connoisseur of watches. For the model, the legendary football player commissions Artisans de Genève -- a well-known Swiss timepiece workshop. The custom skeletonized Rolex boasts an attention-captivating luxurious aesthetic. The hands of the timepiece are gold, while the [rose gold indexes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rose-gold-tourbillon-souscription) offer a subtle element. In addition, the design is made to be water-resistant, thanks to a combination of a clear sapphire case back and a 904L steel case. Artisans de Genève is successful in making the [skeletonized Rolex intricate](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bell-ross-br03-skeleton). Uniqueness in design is further assured through “a new, carbon-forged bazel.” Image Credit: Artisans de Genève ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Celebs](https://www.trendhunter.com/celebs) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Skeletonized Timepiece Designs:** Developing bespoke skeletonized timepieces allows for unique and artistic expressions in the luxury watch industry. - **Artisan-driven Timepiece Innovations:** Collaborating with skilled artisans to create custom watches presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in luxury timepiece craftsmanship. - **Water-resistant Luxury Watches:** Combining luxury aesthetics with high water resistance features opens up new possibilities for luxury watch brands to cater to adventurous clients. ### Where This Applies - **Luxury Watchmaking:** Luxury watch brands can seize the opportunity to offer unique skeletonized designs and collaborate with skilled artisans to elevate their craftsmanship offering. - **Artisanal Timepiece Workshops:** Artisanal timepiece workshops can explore partnerships with high-profile clients to create bespoke skeletonized watches and showcase their exceptional craftsmanship. - **Luxury Lifestyle Accessories:** Companies in the luxury lifestyle accessories industry can diversify their product offerings by incorporating high-end water-resistant watches into their collections. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Haute Jewelry-Like Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/piaget-altiplano-skeleton-mtiers-dart.md) - [Golden Automatic Self-Winding Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gold-skeleton-watch.md) - [Luxe Bold Dress Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/extra-plat-rose-gold.md) - [Graphic-Detailed Luxe Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slawn.md) - [Luxury Desk Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rolex-submariner-desk-clock.md) - [Luxury Monochromatic Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/defy-skyline-skeleton.md) - [Handcrafted Mechanical Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handcrafted-mechanical-timepieces.md) - [Luxurious Limited-Edition Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daydate.md) - [Refined Titanium Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slim-dherms-squelette-lune.md)