Nik Bentel Studio and The Trio of Time (TTT) by Anicorn have teamed up to create a 2-in-1 briefcase and wristwatch set that’s like nothing you’ve ever seen!
Aside from its cool aesthetics, the Time Traveler Watch allows you to travel the globe like a breeze. Just select a city anywhere in the world, snap on the bag, and let your wrist take you there. Navigate the world’s bustling metropolises with the Time Traveler Watch collection – a tribute to cities that never sleep.
Inspiration
The Time Traveler Watch design came about through an exploration of how global time has been perceived over the years through wall clocks, specifically the classic time zone wall clock.
As global trade and travel exploded after World War II, time zone wall clocks became a staple for companies, airports and business people. The goal of a time zone wall clock was to create a universal understanding of time, so global trade, flights and international business meetings could happen on time, even with confusing time zones. Graphically, this was achieved through the clock’s thick black and white aesthetic, a simple typeface and straightforward design.
The Nostalgia Of Time Zone Clocks
By repurposing the timeless design of time zone clocks, the Time Traveler Watch harkens back to this age of business and ingenuity. In many ways, it’s like traveling back in time. The combination of the briefcase, which was a staple for any business person, adds to the narrative that this watch may in fact be a part of this time period.
By using The Time Traveler Watch, you can put down your digital devices and think about time as a truly global phenomenon. But beware – by using the Time Traveler Watch, winding it back and forth as you enter new time zones, you must make sure to never lose track, or you might be stuck in the past or future forever!
TTT
The Trio of Time (TTT) is Anicorn’s first experimental world tour to explore how international creativity reinterprets the perception of time. Anicorn collaborates with a local designer in different cities around the world to create a timepiece together. Each watch will feature a unique design that represents the designer’s view on passing time.
Nik Bentel Studio
Nik Bentel Studio is a team of designers based in New York City. The studio’s goal is to release limited edition performative objects. These can range from furniture, clothing and hand bags, to homeware items and toys. These releases are often done as collaborations.
