# Blacked-Out Venice-Inspired Timepieces The Unimatic Series 8 Black Capsule is Simple and Chic By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2023-07-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unimatic-series-8-black References: [blessthisstuff](https://www.blessthisstuff.com/stuff/wear/watches/unimatic-series-8-black-watches/) & [shop.hodinkee](https://shop.hodinkee.com/products/unimatic-u4s-8b-black) The Unimatic Series 8 Black capsule collection watches are a series of haute accessories perfect for the everyday professional as a way to elevate any outfit. The watch collection is inspired by Venice, Italy and consists of four styles including the Modello [Uno](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casio-x-uno-a168weuc1a), Due, Tre and Quattro, which are each characterized by their matte black dials. Finished with gilt accents on the dials, the timepieces are each powered by the [Sellita](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unimatic-x-maxfield-modello-tre-u3sm-chronograph-watch) SW200-1 B movement with the chronograph-paired Modello Tre using the VK64 MechaQuartz movement. The Unimatic Series 8 Black capsule collection watches each come with a two-piece black TPU strap alongside a NATO strap also in black to enhance everyday versatility for the wearer. Priced starting at $680, the watches are available now. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 16% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## 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 - **Venice-inspired Timepieces:** Opportunity for creating luxury timepieces inspired by specific cities or regions, offering a unique and sophisticated aesthetic. - **Matte Black Dials:** Potential for incorporating matte black dials in various product designs for a sleek and modern look. - **Versatile Strap Options:** Possibility for developing watches with interchangeable straps, allowing users to customize their timepiece for different occasions. ### Who This Affects Most - **Luxury Watches:** Luxury watch industry can explore creating timepieces inspired by iconic cities or regions to cater to discerning professionals. - **Fashion Accessories:** Fashion accessory brands can incorporate matte black dials in various products, like sunglasses or handbags, to appeal to a modern and chic audience. - **Watch Accessories:** Opportunity for watch accessory manufacturers to develop a range of versatile straps that can be used with different watch models, providing customers with options for customization. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stealthy Blacked-Out Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unimatic-allblack-series.md) - [Stealthy All-Black Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unimatic-x-maxfield-modello-tre-u3sm-chronograph-watch.md) - [Ultra-Durable Timepiece Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unimatic-toolwatch-series.md) - [Minimalist Monochromatic Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unimatic-3.md) - [Stealthy Black Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unimatic-x-maxfield.md) - [Minimalist Deep Sea Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unimatic-prodiver-modello-uno.md) - [Illuminating Minimalist Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unimatic-modello-cinque-unilight.md) - [Pristine Titanium Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unimatic-2.md) - [Three-Way Collaborative Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ruf-capsule-collection.md)