# Color Gradient Chronographs The ZIIIRO Aurora Watch Appears Inspired by the Northern Lights By Meghan Young | Published 2011-04-30 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ziiiro-aurora-watch References: [design-milk](http://design-milk.com/aurora-watch-by-ziiiro/) & [ziiiro](http://www.ziiiro.com/shop) I always find it incredibly interesting how many ways there are to tell the time; check out the ZIIIRO Aurora watch to see what I mean. This particular timepiece uses a [color gradient scheme](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ressence-type-8-daniel-engelberg) to display the time. Taking into consideration the hues used, that gradient appears to have been inspired by the [Aurora Borealis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seiko-prospex-lx-gmt-us-special-edition). Basically, the two lines that separates the different colors act as the minute and hour hands for the ZIIIRO Aurora watch. It works rather simply, just like any other [analog watch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arrowatch), but with the added artistic aesthetic that would make it a great focal point on the user’s wrist. Made out of silicone and metal, the ZIIIRO Aurora watch is available in white and gray. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Color Gradient Timepieces:** The use of color gradients in timepieces presents an opportunity for innovative and visually stunning designs. - **Inspired by Nature:** Drawing inspiration from natural phenomena like the Aurora Borealis can create unique and captivating watch designs. - **Artistic Analog Watches:** Combining artistic aesthetics with traditional analog functionality opens up possibilities for watches that are both functional and visually striking. ### Where This Applies - **Watchmaking:** The watchmaking industry has an opportunity to incorporate color gradient designs to appeal to customers looking for unique timepieces. - **Fashion Accessories:** Fashion accessory brands can explore partnerships with watchmakers to create innovative and eye-catching timepieces that appeal to style-conscious consumers. - **Design and Art:** The design and art industry can collaborate with watchmakers to create timepieces that blur the line between functional timekeeping and artistic expression. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Color-Centric Collaborative Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/defy-skyline-tourbillon-felipe-pantone.md) - [Color Shifting Chronographs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5704-iris.md) - [Kinetic Art Wristwatches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/type-8-daniel-engelberg.md) - [Glam Gradient Effect Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leica-urban-green-zm.md) - [Sleek Magnetic Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triarch.md) - [Color-Shift Chronographs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/defy-extreme-chrom.md) - [Nature-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zm-urban-green.md) - [Kinetic Pattern Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moir-clock.md) - [Swirling Gradient Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ressence-type-8-daniel-engelberg.md)