We can thank the ?70s for infusing watch design with a much-needed splash of color. Lucky for us, what began in the ?70s didn?t stay in the ?70s, and playful hues have continued through the present to give us options beyond just black and white. Now that we?re in the thick of summer (in the northern hemisphere, anyway), it?s the perfect time to put away everything muted and drab and opt instead for something that embodies the season?and yes, that goes for your watch, too. To that end, the worn&wound team put together a guide featuring nine of our favorite colorful timepieces that are sure to bring some seasonal hues to your wrist this summer.

Christian Alexandersen ? Alpina Alpiner 4 GMT ?Business Timer? ($1,995)
The Alpina Alpiner 4 GMT ?Business Timer? (phew, that?s a mouthful) is part of a collection of professional watches highlighting the importance of preserving glaciers. So why should you be wearing these in the summer"Because these watches will look as good on you at the beach as they would on a snow-covered mountain. The red and blue markings along the top and bottom of the silver dial give the watch a bit of a yachting or regatta feel. As far as sheer functionality goes, the ?jumping hour? hand quick-sets in both directions at the first stop of the crown??a way more intuitive way of implementing a GMT function, especially for those who frequently change time zones (and it’s the perfect complication for your jet-setting trip to Ibiza).This summ...