Gradient dial makes time pass slower

Zhong Tianyang

Gradient dials originally appeared naturally only on some antique watches in good condition. Because the circle around the dial is surrounded by the case, there is less light and the oxidation rate is relatively slow, so it often maintains the original color after the passage of time; while the center of the dial gradually becomes more exposed due to more sunlight. It fades over time, forming a gradient dial with a very timeless charm. Because of this, every time the gradient dial appears, it will give the watch a unique retro texture, as if the traces of time have passed by, making people feel emotional. Today, gradient dials have become a new watchmaking trend. While bringing a unique texture, they seem to slow down the passage of time.

Capturing the trajectory of the sun

Hermès ARCEAU Soleil watch

The Arceau round dial watch was designed by Henri d'Origny in 1978 and was inspired by stirrups. , and now the new Arceau Soleil watch gives this classic series a new style interpretation. The sunray geometric pattern designed by Swiss artist Fred Rawyler for the Hermès scarf is decorated on the dial through a clever interpretation of light and shadow, making the new watch exude a bright and charming

brilliance.

Hermès ARCEAU Soleil watch

The sunray pattern alternates between light and dark, presenting a color gradient light and shadow effect, which further highlights the psychedelic beauty of the movement of the slender hands. The diamond hour markers under the sapphire crystal case seem to be suspended on the dial, and the blue or gray translucent lacquered dial adds a layer of mystery to the watch. The Arceau Soleil watch case is light and delicate. It is made of stainless steel in the Hermès watch workshop and is set with exquisite diamonds. It is paired with an alligator leather strap, showing elegance and sophistication.

This watch was recently unveiled at the preview of Hermès' 2021 spring and summer new works - echoing the brand's 2021 theme "A Human Odyssey", this spring and summer series is not only a multi-faceted statement for the brand The review of the course of "Narrative Epic" is also an exploration of new life in the future.

Hermès releases new spring and summer 2021 series

In the jewelry and watch space, the “Birkin” bag has been reinterpreted in Hermès high-end jewelry and transformed into the finishing touch on an exquisite long necklace. Pen. New material combinations such as silver, rose gold, platinum, and diamonds fully reflect Hermès’ high-end jewelry craftsmanship through unique shapes, soft chainmail, and exquisite craftsmanship.

The new "Cha?ne d'ancre Punk" silver jewelry series features a veritable sculptural shape, boldly interpreting iconic elements such as stretch links, pins, and toggle buckles, showing a rock-and-roll style. In the watch series, the new "Heure H" watch is paired with a metal bracelet. The soft bracelet composed of small squares is like a natural extension of the case, cleverly echoing the square shape of the dial, and decorated with a hidden folding clasp. This geometric watch is available in 3 versions with or without diamonds.

Green and vibrant deep-sea aurora

Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Submersible Aurora Green Flyback Chronograph

Jiyao Porcelain Black, Meteor Gray and Treasure After Amber Blue, Blancpain brings a new model of Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe Flyback Chronograph Aurora Green. This new green timepiece shines with natural vitality and is full of vitality. It is the best partner to accompany the wearer in all-round exploration of sea, land and air.

Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Series Bathyscaphe Aurora Green Flyback Chronograph

Blancpain has conducted a lot of research and development to create an ideal aurora green shade. ; After dozens of production processes, it achieves charming colors and light and shadow effects. The initial step is to plan the shape of the watch and the position of the window, and then polish the dial in two stages.

The first stage of sanding focuses on smoothing the surface; the second stage is for a softer, smoother appearance. Next, a series of processes are carried out to achieve the unique texture of the dial surface - the solar radiation effect, which gives the dial the beauty of light and shadow radiating from the center.

After that, craftsmen will hollow out and fix the small chronograph dial to enhance the overall visual depth of the dial. Now, it’s time to start the highly technical process of coloring. When coloring, the dial needs to be coated with several layers of nanomaterial coating. When light hits the textured dial, it can reflect the tone effect expected by the designer. In this way, the dial of the Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe Flyback Chronograph blooms with green light and shadow like an aurora, and can change according to the change of light angle, showing a gradual metallic tone.

Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Series Bathyscaphe Aurora Green Flyback Chronograph

Exquisite and delicate colors, surfaces and textures, and the industry-famous watch running under the sapphire glass back Blancpain’s own F385 movement complements each other. The F385 self-winding movement of the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe Aurora Green Chronograph runs at a frequency of 5 Hz. It can accurately subdivide every second into 10 0.1 seconds. This high frequency greatly improves the accuracy of watch travel time, especially event timing. The F385 movement is equipped with a vertical clutch and a chronograph mechanism controlled by a column wheel, and has a flyback function. Just press the button at 4 o'clock to reset the chronograph to zero and restart it instantly.

Breaking ice and rock climbing to conquer the snow-capped mountains

Montblanc 1858 series self-winding watches

Montblanc 1858 series watches originated from the legendary beauty of the 1920s and 1930s. Niva professional military and mountain adventure chronographs draw design and product inspiration to present sporty retro timepieces that continue a century of glorious achievements through exquisite design, unique style and technological innovation. The brand new 1858 new product series uses blue and ice white, mixed with materials such as titanium and ceramics to highlight the level of craftsmanship.

Montblanc’s new 1858 series self-winding watch

As the core work of Montblanc’s 1858 series, the new 1858 series self-winding watch launched this time follows the 1858 series’ world of northern and southern hemispheres. Important design elements of the timepiece include the blue ceramic insert on the bi-directional rotating bezel and the four cardinal direction logo engravings coated with Super-LumiNova.

In order to achieve better legibility and aesthetics, the watch dial has an eye-catching design, which contrasts sharply with the white luminous cathedral-style hands of the classic "cloisonné" design. The dial features Arabic numerals coated with white Super-LumiNova and a classic railroad-style minute track. The Montblanc logo adopts the trademark style used by the brand in the 1930s: text written in a historical font and Mont Blanc ( Mont Blanc) mountain logo. The timepiece is paired with a blue sfumato calfskin strap decorated with white stitching, produced by Richemont Group’s Pelletteria leather goods workshop in Florence, Italy.

The moon star shines with retro passion

Zenith ELITE series Romeo and Juliet cigar moon phase limited edition watch

ZENITH ELITE Romeo Y Julieta Cigar Moon Phase Limited Edition Series

Romeo Y Julieta Cigar was founded in 1875. It is one of the most prestigious Cuban cigars in the world and will celebrate its 145th anniversary this year. Celebrate. This time, ZENITH teamed up with the brand to redesign the new ELITE series for the first time, creating a Romeo Y Julieta (Romeo Y Julieta) special edition watch series, aiming to reinterpret the timeless ELITE in a romantic style. Elite series moon phase watch.

ZENITH ELITE Romeo Moon Phase Watch

Romeo and Juliet performed the true meaning of romance under the night, with the moon and stars as their only witnesses. This scene is interpreted in the ELITE Romeo and Juliet moon phase watch. In the men’s “Romeo” model, the double-hemispheric moon phase complication is paired with a gleaming dark blue sunray dial, while in the women’s “Juliet” model, a red gradient dial is emblazoned with the Romeo and Juliet logo. . The moon phase display is also unique. The heads of Romeo and Juliet on the cigar box are carefully engraved on the two silver moons, vividly depicting the eternal pursuit of love by a pair of lovers under the night. In terms of dial design, Zenith no longer uses the traditional arched hollow to display the moon phase, but uses two circular openings to maintain the integrity of the sun pattern on the dial.

ZENITH ELITE Series Juliet Moon Phase Watch

Among these special edition watches of the ELITE series, the "Romeo" watch is made of 40.5 mm diameter stainless steel For the case, the "Juliet" watch uses a 36 mm diameter stainless steel case and is set with 75 diamonds on the bezel. Both come with an alligator leather strap that matches the color of the dial, while the lining is the opposite color. The ELITE Romeo and Juliet moon phase watches are limited to 145 pieces each to commemorate the 145th anniversary of the Romeo and Juliet cigar brand.

Proofreading: Xu Yijia