Most people are normal. They fit the mold. A few of us, however, aren't normal. We were formed oddly and live outside convention. I'm one of them.
This characteristic often guides my taste in art. I gravitate toward unusual, unorthodox objects. Currently the luxury watch community is re-discovering "shaped watches" -- watches whose form isn't the traditional circle. Shaped watches are often asymmetrical. In the past I pined for several vintage examples; now I'm looking at a new model from Swiss-maker Audemars Piguet [AP].
The watch (AP [Re]Master 02) draws inspiration from Brutalist design used in an earlier AP timepiece (1960-63). AP calls the creation a "tribute to Brutalism" and celebration of its heritage. (Brutalism is an architectural style that emerged in the 1950s.)
What do you think of this design? Would you wear a watch of asymmetrical shape?
Link: https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/introducing-ap-remaster02
I think it's a pretty cool watch! Bit chunky for me, I prefer something a bit more petite but I like the asymmetric element and the luxurious shade of blue! Kezzie x
ReplyDeleteI LOVE that watch, and would wear it, even though I don't wear a watch at all. I think you know I'm a fan of Brutalism, in architecture and in jewelry/accessories. What a lovely gift to yourself, Ally! <3
ReplyDeleteI thought of you when I saw this, Sheila. It seems like something you'd like.
DeleteI love it. I like watches because they are a functional part of fashion, but I'm in your boat, I like ones that have shape and design to them. I personally don't love wearing things around my wrist, but a watch is a cool thing. My mom always wore a watch and had a variety of unique ones over the years
ReplyDeleteYou're a cool kid, Megan Mae! I was honestly shocked when I heard a while back that young people no longer wear watches. Someone had to point out to me that one can use a cell phone for time. I still prefer the beauty of wrist-watches and pocket-watches.
DeleteAbsolutely fabulous, Ally! I love an unusual, asymmetrical design! xxx
ReplyDeleteThanks!
DeleteThis is a cool piece. Vintage Brutalist jewelry is always in high demand.
ReplyDeleteSuzanne