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New watches: Green is the new black

New watches: Green is the new black

British racing, absinth, apple, khaki, olive, or forest green… From sober and elegant dark shades to more fun mint or pastel versions, the color of hope and nature is restyling the dials of the most popular watches. Revamping a bestseller to create desire – what could be smarter? And in 2021, watchmakers are seeing the world through green-tinted glasses. Do the breathtaking views of Swiss forests from the factories inspire them? Iconic models such as Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Reverso, Audemars Piguet’s Royal Oak or Patek Philippe’s Nautilus are taking on green hues. This is also the case for the world’s thinnest manual-winding mechanical watch, Piaget’s Altiplano Ultimate Concept – 2mm thick… Another strong trend at the moment is the sporty chic aesthetic that should appeal to a younger audience!...