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Mark Etinger
When it comes to watches, the new phrase is anything goes. Spurts of ingenuity keep them popular in the market, even for the so called "cellphone generation." There may have been a temporary lull for younger people but fashion and technological designs have revitalized the wristwatch for a whole new audience. The trick was simply to market to niche interests. While timepieces most definitely have classic appeal, there are so many other devices that incorporate clocks as part of their internal workings, such as MP3 players, phones, and tablet computers. People needed a reminder that the watch is not just something you look at to keep track of the time; it is a true blue accessory. It has power as a fashion item. It can be looked at in awe and admired simply for its aesthetic nature. The structure, materials, and colors could woo any passerby who gets a glimpse. It is a status symbol for the ages. Cultural icons set a standard for average citizens by wearing watches as part of their award show ensembles. The noticeably rugged features on chronograph watches look just as amazing with suits and ties as they do with casual denim jeans and tees. Fashion bracelet timepieces have hit the market by storm and have been worn by celebrities known for being savvy. Re-purposing an invention does not undermine its significance. It only means that an evolution is underway. The social ladder respects people with interesting or elegant time-keepers. As an accessory, it is flexible enough for high and low brow outfitting. Some designs feature advances in technology, such as music or phone capabilities, making them the next step in portable devices. Who knows where that could lead to commuting convenience? Designers are now creating pieces as an art form, pushing the boundaries of design and thinking outside the box, making necklaces with clock faces, and other accessory items. Vintage elements are reaching the peak of a renaissance, while modern intricacies are being introduced in other models. So, next time you consider purchasing a glorious wrist accessory; why not try a time-keeping one? With the overwhelming variety offered there must be something that strikes your fashion tastes. From eclectic bright silicon straps to the traditional monochromatic stainless steel, from digital to analog, battery-operated or not, these pieces will never fade from popularity. And of course, let it never be forgot that even when the rest of our devices go glitch, we still know what time it is!
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