Are Bi-Coloured Watches Trendy Again?

Bi-coloured watches have the dubious reputation of matching with everything” untrue), and being versatile debatable). But in the hands of seasoned watchmakers, they’re given a new lease of life, seamlessly blending sportiness and elegance.

- Karishma Tulsidas answers.

TO THE MOON AND BACK

The Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch (which was strapped on Buzz Aldrin’s wrist when he first walked on the moon) is not for wallflowers. When rendered in this bi-coloured iteration, it veers further into the territory of bold and flamboyant – and we mean that in the best way possible. The first bi-coloured version appeared in 1983, but sightings have since been few and far between. That is, until now. In 2024, the brand finally released another bi-coloured model, with two variants: steel with Moonshine Gold (yellow), and Sedna Gold (rose). Both versions feature a Nixon bracelet, sub-dials that contrast with a sun-brushed canvas, and the Master Chronometer manual-wind calibre 3861.

TO NEW HEIGHTS