# Celestially Inspired Timepieces The T-Minus Watches 'Orbiter' Features Orbiting Hands on the Face By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-06-30 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tminus-watches References: [thegadgetflow](https://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/celestial-minimalist-watch/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1827970334/the-orbiter-a-unique-spin-on-the-minimalist-watch) The two main choices when it comes to choosing a watch usually consists of analog or digital, but the T-Minus Watches 'Orbiter' timepiece aims to offer a different kind of aesthetic. Rather than featuring traditional hands, the timepiece boasts [concentric discs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pioneer-flying-hours) that have different transparencies to make it appear as though they are floating on the face of the watch. This creates something of a [minimalistic aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimal-watch-concept), while also keeping it inherently interesting to look at multiple times a day. The T-Minus Watches 'Orbiter' timepiece was conceived just northwest of Cape Canaveral in Florida, which explains the clear connection between the watch, [space travel and the heavens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/europa-clipper-exploration-watch). The timepiece is designed in several color options to make it suitable for men and women alike. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 88% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Concentric Disc Timepieces:** The creation of concentric discs in lieu of traditional watch hands presents an opportunity for a new class of aesthetically appealing and functional timepieces. - **Space-inspired Design:** Designers could create futuristic, celestial and other-worldly creations that borrow elements from space technology to create new and interesting watch models. - **Minimalistic Aesthetics:** By creating timepieces that look simplistic, elegant and beautiful in their minimalistic design, fashion and design houses can make highly sought after models that are functional and fashionable. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** By incorporating innovative designs that are minimalistic and aesthetically pleasing, fashion houses can create trends that are beautiful and functional. - **Technology:** With space and technological advancements, designers and manufacturers can create watches that incorporate new materials, designs, and technology for the new age of timepieces. - **Luxury Goods:** By combining novel materials and innovative designs, a new luxury goods market for minimalist watches can emerge, providing both fashion and functionality. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Space-Inspired Titanium Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spaceone-tellurium.md) - [Orbital Timepiece Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radius-clock.md) - [Minimalist Mars Exploration Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nova-nasa-watch-concept.md) - [Sleek Magnetic Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triarch.md) - [Futuristic Space-Themed Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amida.md) - [Space-Age Watch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/europa-clipper-exploration-watch.md) - [Orbiting Time Display Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pioneer-flying-hours.md) - [Luxury Space-Themed Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-themed-timepiece.md) - [Global Timezone Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nik-bentel-studio.md)