This article was originally published in the July/August 2022 Issue of the WatchTime print magazine.

A watch with a sunset on the dial" Oh yes, right here. Zenith brought it to market as the Defy Midnight Sunset. Surrounded by a diamond-studded bezel, the dial of this 36mm steel watch shines with gradient color ranging from deep sunset red to shimmering yellow. Cosmic flair is assured not only by the dial’s subtle chromatic gradation, but also by its surface texture: wavy guilloché spreads across the face from a center at the Zenith star above the brand name. The new Defy Midnight is powered by automatic Elite Caliber 670, which can be viewed through a sapphire crystal in the back of the case. The steel bracelet can be easily unfastened and replaced by a leather, rubber, or textile wristband, all of which are included with the watch (ref. 16.9200.670/33.M1001, $11,400).
Omega calls its newest Constellation “Show Me Love” and gives it a bold, warm red color with a nuance that ventures into the sunset spectrum. The eye-catcher of this dainty steel watch with a diameter of 29mm and a diamond-studded bezel made from the brand’s proprietary Sedna gold is the dial of deep red aventurine. Its natural texture ensures visual liveliness and the uniqueness of each watch, which is equipped with automatic Master Chronometer Caliber 8700 (ref. 131.58.29.20.99.002, $13,300).

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