Is your watch collection feeling a bit lacklustre? Sometimes, we need a hint of something more offbeat and fun. Investing in an iridescent watch can be a great solution. Iridescence occurs when light waves combine with each other, which is called optical interference. This is often due to the object’s structure, and we see this effect happen a lot in nature. Although visually intriguing, iridescence provides a perfect compromise in that its colours are never too loud. At the same time, it offers a refreshing departure from a standard neutral tone watch. Additionally, there are many different types of iridescence suitable for both men and women. Today, we will delve into our top 5 iridescent watches that are perfect for every taste.
Our Top 5 Iridescent Watches for Every Taste
Alien-like iridescence: STORM Odesa Ice Stainless Steel dress 47381/ICE
Storm is renowned for its portfolio of quirky statement timepieces. With its imaginative silhouette, the Odesa model is the perfect contender to start with on our list. A stunning iridescent mineral crystal protects the white dial, which gives the watch a green and magenta tinge. This is partnered with a more minimalistic dial design which is finished with silver-tone hour, minute and seconds hands. Accompanied by a bangle-style bracelet, the model also boasts water resistance of up to 50 metres (5 bar).
Iridescence for him: Diesel Men’s Mega Chief Black IP Steel Iridescent Watch DZ4318
Who said iridescence has to be feminine? This Diesel Mega Chief combines a masculine design with electric iridescence. This chronograph model has a case crafted from gun-metal stainless steel, which is designed to be long-lasting and rust-resistant. Measuring 54mm in diameter, the case sits on a classic black-plated stainless steel bracelet. Three sub-dials sit at the watch’s centre, positioned beneath a plate engraved with the brand’s motto: ‘Only the Brave’. At the 3 o’clock position, there is also a date display. This is encased by an iridescent tinted crystal, which gives the model a blue and red sheen. To stand out against the iridescence, the baton indices and hands are luminescent.
Oil slick iridescence: U-Boat Darkmoon 38mm Black SS Metal Bracelet 8471/MT
A further demonstration of how iridescence can be androgynous is this U-Boat Darkmoon. The Darkmoon collection is a development of the oil immersion concept the brand initiated with the Sommerso line. As visible on the dial, the movement is submerged in oil. In fact, it’s the oil that gives the dial its intense dark colour. This pioneering technique was introduced to improve the dial’s readability.
The dial itself features baton indices with accent Arabic numerals at the 8 and 4 o’clock positions and the brand’s ‘U’ logo at 12 o’clock. This distinctive dial design is enclosed in a stainless steel case and rounded iridescent mineral glass, giving it an oil-like sheen. But this isn’t just a novelty piece, as this model also boasts 50 metres of water resistance and a quartz movement powered by a Ronda 712.3 calibre. The design is then finished with a stainless steel mesh bracelet for optimal comfort and wearability.
Metallic iridescence: Bering Anniversary Women’s Polished Silver Green Mesh Bracelet 10X31-ANNIVERSARY1
Although more of a metallic iridescence, this Bering Anniversary model takes an honorary position on this list. The colours of the dial are inspired by the beauty of the Arctic, exhibiting pink, purple and green shades. Silver-tone hours and minutes hands complement the dial, which is framed by a 31mm stainless steel case. To accentuate the dial’s colours, the watch is finished with a green stainless steel Milanese bracelet. This is secured on the wrist by a safety clasp. Powered by a quartz movement, this Bering model is also water resistant to 50 metres or 5 bar. The Bering Anniversary model therefore makes the perfect elegant iridescent statement piece.
Dreamy feminine pearlescence: Roamer Women’s Dreamline Diamond Set MOP Dial Stainless Steel Bracelet 857847 41 29 50
This Roamer Dreamline model lives up to its name. Housed in a stainless steel case, a white mother-of-pearl dial has a lilac shimmer to it. Set against the pearlescent dial are diamond-set indices and silver-tone hands, which uphold the watch’s dreamlike character. The dial is then protected by scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. Secured by a timeless stainless steel bracelet, this model embraces iridescence in full feminine beauty.
And that concludes our Top 5 Iridescent Watches for Every Taste list. Would you buy an iridescent watch? Let us know in the comments.
