Watches & Wonders made a triumphant in-person return last week in Geneva, leaving the watch industry with a lot to dissect. From Hublot introducing the Square Bang Unico and TAG Heuer releasing its most expensive timepiece yet to Grand Seiko’s monumental unveiling of the Kodo tourbillon, the novelties pushed industry boundaries and set new precedents and trends. One trend that was evident in 2021 and is here to stay is the shade of green. The colorway remains a constant in collections; and, in fact, was the hero color of Rolex’s latest GMT-Master II — which we’re anxiously awaiting to see if ‘Sprite’ sticks as the nickname.
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From Rolex and Patek to Hublot and Panerai, green continues to dominate as the trendy color at Watches and Wonders 2022 in Geneva.
There’s no one shade of green either — the play of green ranges from more neutral olive and sage to vibrant kelly green and tsavorite. Ahead, discover the green timepieces dominating the trend this year.
Rolex The Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II
Not only is this the first Rolex GMT featuring the new green and black colorway on the two-color bezel insert, but it also introduces the winding crown on the left side of the case and the date aperture at 9 o’clock – the only Rolex watch with this configuration.
Photo Credit: Courtesy of Rolex
Patek Philippe Ref 5270P-014
The olive green with a black gradient to add depth to the dial paired with an olive green alligator strap creates a sophisticated feel.
Photo Credit: Alex Teuscher
Panerai Submersible QuarantaQuattro Bianco
Panerai unveiled new Submersible models in varying colors and materials — one of the standout pieces is this Caoutchouc Military green strap.
Photo Credit: Courtesy of Panerai
Hublot Big Bang Integral Ceramic
This year, Hublot expanded its ceramic into four new monochromatic shades, including this green ceramic inspired by a jungle green from the tropical forests.
Photo Credit: Courtesy of Hublot
IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph TOP GUN Edition “Woodland” (Ref. IW389106)
The IWC new Pilot’s Watch Chronograph TOP GUN Edition “Woodland” (Ref. IW389106) is the first model to feature the new signature IWC Woodland color code — ultimately creating a sleek monochromatic look.
Photo Credit: Courtesy of IWC
Gucci G-Timeless Planetarium
A pioneering addition to the high watchmaking genre, with its halo of 12 princess-set gemstones circling the dial, the G-Timeless Planetarium is offered in white, rose, or yellow-gold variations with its rotating wheel of green tsavorite. In fact, throughout all of Gucci’s new high watchmaking collection, one will discover a lot of green.
Photo Credit: Courtesy of Gucci
H. Moser & Cie New Fumé Dial
Introduced about two weeks before Watches and Wonders, H. Moser & Cie reinvented its iconic Fumé dial in a vibrant new colorway.
As a former New Yorker, now a “Miamian,” Adrienne Faurote joined Haute Living in August of 2021. She currently serves as the Haute Media Group Editor-in-Chief, overseeing all editorial platforms within the Haute Media Group while also maintaining her role as Fashion, Jewelry & Watch Director. Prior to her position at Haute Living, Faurote was the Market Editor at Marie Claire Magazine US, amassing over ten years in the industry, becoming an authoritative voice in all things fashion, jewelry, and watches.
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