# Safari Metallic Timepieces The Timex 80 Metal Collection Offers Wild Prints for Your Wrists By Jaime Neely | Published 2011-08-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timex-80-metal-collection References: [freshnessmag](http://www.freshnessmag.com/2011/07/29/timex-80-metal-collection-available-now/) & [colette.fr](http://www.colette.fr/#/home/en/cover_left/8/) The new Timex 80 Metal Collection offers five [retro-inspired designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timex-q-timex-1975-enigma) for its new line of [digital watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timex-t80-keith-haring). The five watches included in the collection showcase vibrant and bold patters, ideal for anyone looking for a new attention-garnering accessory. The prints on the wristbands for the Timex 80 Metal Collection are inspired embrace a tribal-meets-safari theme including a leopard and zebra design. Each watch comes equipped with an indigo nightlight, daily alarm, day and date display, water resistance guarantee to 30 meters and a [stainless steel expansion band](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fine-metallic-series). The colors and designs are certainly the most appealing aspect of the new Timex 80 Metal Collection. **Implications** - Businesses that are able to offer their clients products with aesthetically pleasing and high-functioning qualities will fare well in today's industry. Consumers will be drawn to those products that that offer contemporary and classic traits. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Safari-inspired Timepieces:** Brands can create a line of safari-themed timepieces that cater to consumers seeking bold and vibrant accessories. - **Retro-inspired Watch Collections:** Brands can tap into nostalgia and release retro-themed watch collections. - **Function Meets Design Products:** The demand for products with both high-functioning features and aesthetically pleasing designs creates an opportunity for brands to innovate and create unique products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion and Accessories Industry:** Fashion and accessories industry can capitalize on the trend of safari-inspired timepieces and retro-themed watch collections. - **Watch Industry:** The watch industry can create new collections based on the demand for products with both high-functioning features and aesthetically pleasing designs. - **Consumer Electronics Industry:** Consumer electronics industry can design products that combine both function and aesthetics, targeting consumers seeking high-quality products with pleasing designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Haute Fashion Digital Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timex-x-mm6-maison-margiela-collection.md) - [Self-Referential Watch Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timex-urban-pop.md) - [90s-Era Sport Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timex-1995-intrepid-reissue.md) - [Minimalist Militant Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timex-expedition-north-field-chrono.md) - [Collaborative Graffiti Digital Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timex-t80-keith-haring.md) - [Bold-Colored Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colors-of-joy-collection.md) - [Timeless Metallic Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fine-metallic-series.md) - [Reimagined Retro Viscount Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/field-watch-1.md) - [Empowering Marijuana-Inspired Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timex-x-jacquie-aiche.md)