Switzerland is famous not only for chocolate and cheese. The phrase "Swiss watches" is associated with something as accurate as a professional sniper's shot, reliable, like a Kalashnikov assault rifle and expensive, like the entire treasure chest of Kreuz. No matter if you want to buy a watch strap or a full chronograph, European quality is guaranteed. It is not surprising that the World Clock Exhibition takes place exactly in the Swiss city of Basel every year in the middle of March.
A bit of history: in 1931 the first professional watchmaking fair was held. It was this date that began to be considered the reference point of Baselworld, although, in fact, the beginning was laid 14 years before. In 1917, the first hour exhibition was held at the Exhibition of Industry. Therefore, the year 2017 can be called jubilee.
Baselworld 2017 was visited by more than 100 000 people. More than 2,000 companies from all over the world presented their works. More than 3,000 journalists covered this grandiose event, and each of them appeared favorites among the world's brands. We want to note that the most expensive watches, not necessarily the brightest ones. So if you know that the true value is inside, then the diamonds on the case are not so important.
We have identified for you the most popular trends of the watch industry of this year, and we submit for trial 10 models.
Old school forever The retro style was clearly traced in the design of many new products in Basel. This leitmotif was observed back in 2016 and since then has been gaining momentum of popularity. Retro models invariably collect high ratings in sales, which causes watch giants to continue working in the same spirit. They are distinguished by the classical shape of the body - a circle with a thin bezel, strict geometric risks, vintage writing of figures and brevity. Such watches are not overloaded with details, preserving the style of former times. Another characteristic feature is a convex glass and a dial of steel with polished "sunrays".
Bright representative - Heritage 146 from Zenith. The Maurice Lacroix brand complemented its Eliros 40 mm Chrono retro-chrono with a leather strap and bracelets with a Milanese weaving of links resembling chain mail, which made it a perfect example of retro.
Above the sky Pilot's watch - a new trend of men's fashion watches. From them breathes the spirit of freedom, travels to distant lands and adventures. It is a symbol of resolute and courageous people.. It is said that such a wristwatch invented by Louis Cartier for Alberto Santos-Dumont his friend's pilot. In the modern version of Pilot from Zenith there is elegance and style, a bronze body, conciseness and only an important functional. Pilotage from L'Duchen have a recognizable way, and the scale of the chronograph is made as an aircraft instrument panel. Spanish brand Viceroy struck everyone with a dial. On it on a circle all cities where it is necessary to visit the pilot of the international flight are put.
A dream hour The dream to fly to the stars is familiar, probably to every boy. Remembering that he lives in every strong adult man, watch designers embodied dreams of heaven in their creations. Collection for men with self-winding and open balance from L'Duchen was named Supernova. This is reflected in the design. Here, the open balance zone on the dial is a symbol of a supernova outburst, vortex guilloche, overhead risers and stars designate an open space. Famous Omega presented to the men an updated version of the Speedmaster, equipped with indicators of phases of the Moon.
All shades of black The color of any solemn event inspired the watch geniuses. Tuxedo, limousine and black watch - unbeaten trio. At the exhibition 2017 Hublot demonstrated a limited series of Unico Depeche Mode. This version of the famous Big Bang is created in collaboration with the famous rock band. Black body ceramics with a pyramid pattern, black leather strap. To enhance the effect it is complemented by a studded cuff. Breitlight company has created Colt Skyraсer with a black body made of polymer Breitlight (the company's proprietary development).
Thin lines of the brush Who said that the feeling of beauty is alien to men? Today, the aesthetics of the past centuries come back and present their view of the clock decor. Swiss masters from L'Duchen have offered the world several new models from the Art Collection. A unique technology involves applying a multitude of layers of varnish, paints, gold leaf and silver. This allows you to achieve the effect of a three-dimensional image. Among the new products of Space Balance. Artists went even further and created by the method of jewelry application Silver Owl. They just can not help attracting attention.
Silver and black color are ideal for men who see beauty and harmony in laconicism.
Say "yes" to color No rating of men's watches would not do without the models of one or two actual bright colors. At Baselworld are favorites of the current season: blue and quickly eclipsing its green. Rolex, L'Duchen, Hublot, Ulysse Nardin and other watch monsters present their variants in this shade.
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