With the rising public awareness of the climate crisis, many of us are trying to find small ways that we can live a more sustainable lifestyle. Many people have chosen to amend their diets and adapt their shopping habits in an effort to be more eco-friendly. However, for watch lovers and collectors, selecting an eco-friendly watch can be a great option. Many watch brands are producing eco-friendly timepieces to keep up with the demand of their customers. Brands have approached this challenge in a variety of ways. Some have focused on more sustainable movements whilst others have aimed to use recycled materials in the construction of their timepieces. If you are searching for your next timepiece, keep reading for our must-have eco-friendly watches.
Top 5 Must-Have Eco-Friendly Watches
ORIS Aquis Date Upcycle 41.5mm Watch 01 733 7766 4150-SET
This vibrant and playful watch features a colourful dial that is made entirely from recycled PET plastic. Due to the nature of this material, the dial of each model is entirely unique. Oris have incorporated recycled materials by making them a key design feature of the watch. The dial is adorned with luminous hands and indices so that the time can be clearly read in all light conditions. The dial also features a date display. A grey ceramic bezel and a stainless steel case frame the dial. The case measures 41.5mm in diameter for a comfortable fit. The watch is powered by an automatic movement that provides the watch with a power reserve of up to 38 hours. This timepiece is secured on the wrist using a stainless steel bracelet.
Citizen Silhouette Chronograph | White Dial | Pink Strap FB1443-08A
Citizen is considered an eco-friendly brand due to its famous Eco-Drive technology. This technology means that the movement takes energy from both natural and artificial light in order to power the watch. The watch has a white chronograph dial with rose gold hands, three sub-dials and a date aperture. The dial is protected by mineral crystal and framed by a rose gold PVD plated stainless steel case. This case measures a comfortable 32mm in diameter to ensure a dainty fit on the smaller size of a woman’s wrist. This watch is secured on the wrist using a pink leather strap. This fun, playful and feminine design makes this watch the perfect eco-friendly watch for a fashion-conscious woman.
Swatch Gent’s KNOCK NAP BIO-CERAMIC WATCH SO28N701
Swatch is renowned for its bold and fun designs. In recent years, the brand has started creating these designs using more environmentally friendly materials. This model is made using Swatch’s unique material named bioceramic. The brand describes bioceramic as being a game-changing blend of ceramic and bio-sourced plastic. This means that the watch is both eco-friendly and stronger than standard plastic models. A blue bioceramic case frames a blue dial. This dial is detailed with light blue baton indices and a weekday and date aperture. This watch is finished with a blue strap that is made from bio-sourced material. The watch is powered by a quartz movement for added convenience.
Nixon Siren | Aqua | Digital | Turquoise Silicone Strap A1311-2930-00
This Nixon model exhibits a bold turquoise colour to ensure it stands out from the crowd. The case of the watch is made from recycled ocean plastic. This is part of Nixon’s initiative to gradually become a more eco-friendly brand. This case frames a digital display that can show the wearer basic tide and future tide functions, a chronograph, time, date and day. This watch is designed to be the quintessential surfer’s watch. It combines style, durability and function to create a perfect everyday timepiece. This watch is secured on the wrist using a neon turquoise silicone strap. The watch is powered by a quartz movement and is water-resistant up to 100 metres.
Seiko Prospex Antarctica Monster ‘Save The Ocean’ Special Edition SRPH75K1
For every sale of a Seiko Save The Ocean watch, the brand donates proceeds to sea conservation and environmental organisations. The watch features a blue dial with small penguin silhouettes. This is to remind the wearer of how penguins need to be protected. This dial is protected by Hardlex crystal and framed by a stainless steel case. The case houses the automatic movement that powers the watch. This timepiece is secured on the wrist using a stainless steel bracelet that is fastened using a three-fold clasp with a secure lock and push-button release. Additionally, this watch is water-resistant up to 200 metres, making it suitable for some water-based activities.
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