# Intentionally Incorrect Timepieces Real Fake Watches By Cecilia Biemann | Published 2008-10-01 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stalled-timepieces-real-fake-watches References: [realfakewatches](http://www.realfakewatches.com/node/18) & [realfakewatches](http://www.realfakewatches.com/node/18) Considered more of an accessory, *‘Real Fake Watches*’ are actually made without working time pieces on purpose. Berlin based designer Linda Kostowski invited other designers to help her create the realfakewatches. They are [wristwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/type-8-daniel-engelberg) that only work for one minute every day (two for analog ones). Each one comes with a [unique time which can be customized](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/faketimer) by the user when they order the watch, perfect for people with a 'thing' for 11:11. The watches are laser cut from three pieces of leather and manually assembled. They fasten with [Velcro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoka-mafate-three2). The retail price on these watches is 36 euros, or 49 euros if you pick what time your watch will display. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 37% | 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Intentionally Incorrect Timepieces:** Creating intentionally incorrect timepieces for fashion-forward consumers who value unique and quirky accessories. - **Real Fake Watches:** Designing wristwatches that only work for a short period each day, challenging traditional notions of timekeeping and offering a playful twist on timepieces. - **Customizable Timepieces:** Offering customers the ability to customize the displayed time on their watches, allowing for personalization and creating a unique connection between the wearer and the accessory. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Integrating intentionally incorrect timepieces into the fashion industry as a new trend, appealing to individuals who seek unconventional accessories. - **Artisanal Manufacturing:** Opportunities for handmade production processes and manual assembly techniques to create real fake watches, emphasizing craftsmanship and uniqueness. - **Personalized Products:** Expanding the market for customizable timepieces, catering to consumers who desire personalized accessories that reflect their individuality and style. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Half-Hour Timepiece Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arrowatch.md) - [Meditative Vibrating Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stund-watch.md) - [DIY Wooden Watchmaking Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tfo-clockwork.md) - [Global Timezone Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nik-bentel-studio.md) - [Collaborative Retrograde Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-timechanger.md) - [Intentionally Foggy Clock Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kehai-clock.md) - [Modernized Vintage Wristwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-alarm-clock-wristwatch.md) - [Concentric Timezone Wall Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analog-wall-clock.md) - [Oppositional Mantra Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mr-jones-watches-feline-fine.md)