SpotlightHoli Special: Colour Us Intrigued! Find Out What Your Favourite Colours In Watches Say About You

The festival of colours, Holi, is here—celebrated zealously by Indians all around the world. And during this time, we show our love and appreciation for our friends and family by colouring them with gulal. Pink, yellow, green, red, blue—you grab whatever colour catches your eye and then, let the (Holi) war begin! In light of this colourful spectrum we’re going to witness, we thought that it’s a good time to talk about colour in watches as well.

Our choices in colours say a lot about us, and this is not guesswork. Colour psychology is a study of human behaviour with respect to hues…. Colour psychology is a study of human behaviour with respect to hues. Colour, consciously or subconsciously, affects our behaviour, mood and perception. Researchers agree that our preferences for certain colours might speak volumes about our personality, and may even reflect our day-to-day moods. And it’s not just about your clothing; even the watch strapped around your wrist may say a lot about you, even if you don’t realise it. Here, we take you through your favourite watch colour and what that might say about the traits you possess.

Black: For The Mysterious, Modern Individual

Smart, suave, sophisticated—black is the watch colour for those who are confident and know what they want. Those who have an affinity for the colour are likely to seek power and prestige. Reserved and guarded with their emotions, lovers of black are usually intimidating to others because they carry with them an aura of mystery and quiet strength.

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Although watches come in a variety of colours, the most popular colour in terms of buying as well as gifting is black. And believe it or not, this is true among both, men and women!

Blue: For The Cool Cats

With an 18-karat rose gold case that pairs brilliantly with its deep blue dial, along with a dapper indigo blue strap, the Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda Métrographe Rose Gold is a sheer delight

₹36,50,000

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The ‘anti-Apple watch’, the H. Moser & Cie. Swiss Alp Watch Small Seconds has a lovely midnight-blue fumé dial that ensures it stands apart from the horological crowd

₹25,00,000

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Calm, composed and cool—if these words describe you, there’s a high probability that your favourite watch colour is blue. Easy to get along with and affable, people who wear blue timepieces are peaceful, even in turbulent situations. Relaxed and organised, you prefer to be in the background of most situations, but if put in the limelight, you are serious, sincere and trustworthy.

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Keen-eyed horologists may have noticed that many luxury timepieces sport hands in blued steel. This is because crafting them requires an almost obsessive eye for detail and a mastery over metal. The colour is achieved by heating the hands to a specific temperature. This controlled process not only adds that particular blue sheen to the hand but also creates a protective finish that helps prevent rusting.

Brown: For The Humble Horologist

Cigars and watches are a match made in heaven. The Zenith Chronomaster El Primero Legend of Cohiba comes with a brown dial stamped with a logo of Cohiba, a Cuban cigar brand

₹15,35,900

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It doesn't get more rugged than the Corum Admiral AC-One 45 Chronograph Bronze, with its nautical-inspired wooden dial

₹13,23,000

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Masculine, earthy and rugged, brown watches are for those who are honest, down-to-earth and reliable. If you like brown timepieces, it’s most likely that while your head might be in the clouds, your feet are firmly on the ground—you are the perfect combination of idealistic and industrious, while also being practical and restrained. Brown watches are also preferred by those who like to keep things simple.

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According to some researchers, the colour brown may encourage materialism and a want of possessions. So don’t be surprised that, if your first watch is a brown one, you feel the distinct need to add more to your collection!

Green: For Those With A Green Thumb

This particular variant of the Oris Divers Sixty-Five, with its deep green dial and green-and-black textile strap, is sure to turn everyone green with envy

₹2,35,000

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The colour green is synonymous with Panerai, owing to its military heritage. Seen here is the Panerai Luminor GMT MS Dhoni edition, dedicated to the eponymous cricketing legend

₹8,95,200

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Featuring a lustrous velvety green dial, along with 47 diamonds on the bezel, the Ebel Sport Classic's design is a luxe departure from the usual utility associated with green watches

₹3,80,000

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Are you an environmentalist at heart? Then we’re sure you have an affinity for the colour green. Green also tends to represent freshness, peace and, in some cases, prosperity (read: materialism—especially if you have a preference for dark green). People who like green timepieces tend to be stable, peaceful and have a high endurance. Perhaps this is why many rugged and durable timepieces are green in colour.

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Green is the second most favourite colour in the world, after blue. It’s no wonder then that several watchmakers have crafted timepieces that come in several different shades of green.

Grey: For The Erudite Elite

A far cry from grey's association with the mundane, the Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean is a diving watch that ramps up the style quotient with its incredibly legible orange highlights

₹10,36,000

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It doesn't get more grey-scale and more record-breaking than the Bulgari Octo Finissimo Chronograph GMT Automatic, the thinnest ever mechanical chronograph

₹18,75,000

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The Heritage Corum Lab 01, with its anthracite grey case crafted with grade-5 titanium, ensures that the watch looks extraordinary with formal ensembles

₹17,06,000

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Another departure from grey's boring reputation, the Favre-Leuba Raider Bivouac 9000 is an incredibly utilitarian timepiece, with its many functions, crafted in monochromatic grey 

₹7,46,000

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Sophisticated and minimalist, grey can sometimes be considered a bit of a boring colour on the spectrum. It best represents neutrality and balance. Not one to enjoy the spotlight, people who love grey tend to be composed and loyal. If you love the colour, you are also most likely self-sufficient.

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The popularity of grey watches increased manifold a few years ago, as the demand for affordable luxury watches (generally housed in stainless steel cases) saw an increase.

Orange: For The Free Spirit

The Brietling Superocean Automatic is the perfect choice for the adventurous, outgoing horologist who loves the colour orange

₹3,53,400

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Give your outfit a tangerine twist with this timepiece whose orange dial is so incredibly eye-catching, even from afar

₹3,53,400

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One of the most vibrant colours of the spectrum, orange is an attention-grabber, no doubt. It represents warmth, comfort and sensuality. People who prefer orange are extroverted, playful and like to keep things light-hearted. You are charming, sociable and love to be positive. A risk-taker through and through, you have the soul of an adventurer. However, your love for the colour may also mean that you can be impatient and a bit egotistical.

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Orange is one of the most visible colours on the spectrum. This is why objects like traffic cones and the jackets of construction workers are painted a bright orange. It’s because of the colour’s visibility that most dive watches have an orange element on the dial—to make it easier for reading in low-light conditions.

Pink: For The Effervescent Enthusiast

There’s not a colour on the spectrum that is associated more with femininity and allure than pink. Pink is a soothing colour, which also exudes sophistication and grace. Romantic, approachable and tender, you can never go wrong with a pink timepiece strapped to your wrist, especially if you’re dressed to impress and out to charm!

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In the past, pink used to be considered a masculine colour. It was only in the mid-19th century that pink started being associated with girls and blue with boys. If you’re a man and you like wearing pink watches, it is most likely that you are confident and self-assured, and you don’t concern yourself with going against the grain.

Purple: For The Royal Rebel

The colour purple is generally associated with people who see themselves as unique and a bit eccentric. Creative, imaginative and mysterious, people who love purple timepieces are also trendsetters. Since purple is also associated with nobility, lovers of purple are known for their exclusive and sometimes pricey tastes.

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In early times, the colour purple was difficult to achieve and expensive to produce, and so it became associated with royalty. Even today watches with purple dials are pretty uncommon—keeping their luxe appeal intact.

Red: For The Bold And The Beautiful

Red is the colour of passion, love and desire. It’s no wonder then that people who like red tend to be fiery, fervent and flamboyant. A perfect representation of intensity, red timepieces are worn by strong, bold individuals who know what they want. Always leaders and never followers, people who prefer red are courageous, strong and action-oriented. If you know someone who likes red timepieces, you’d definitely want them in your court!

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Men and women see the colour red differently, and this has been proven scientifically. According to researchers at the University of Arizona, the ability to perceive the colour comes from a gene that is attached to the X chromosome. Since women possess two X chromosomes, they can see the spectrum better than men. Perhaps that explains women’s affinity to watches with red dials.

White: For The Minimalist

Nomos, known for its simple and uncluttered designs, has many timepieces with white dials that will appeal to minimalists. Seen here is the Autobahn Neomatik 41 Date

₹4,37,000

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The Nomos Club Campus is a delicate variant, with its petite 36mm proportions. The watch exudes elegance and restraint

₹1,64,000

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Representing purity, minimalism and goodness, the colour white is for those who like to keep it safe. Organised and structured and meticulous, people who like wearing white watches are generally quite professional and impartial. Not ones to be swayed by overt emotions, you can count on these people for their neutral and balanced perspective. Wearers of white watches can seem a bit detached and clinical to the general observer, but their humble nature and wholesome personality are sure to win you over.

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White dials are some of the most readable dials in the market. A material commonly used in watches to craft white dials is mother of pearl, which gives off an iridescent sheen when viewed from different angles. Mother of pearl can be found largely on the dials of luxury or premium watches, as it is an expensive material that’s difficult to work with.

Yellow: For The Merrymaker

Sporting a vibrant yellow dial and a water resistance of 3,000m, the Brietling Avenger II Seawolf almost screams seamless legibility underwater

₹3,68,300

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The black of the rubber strap helps in emphasising the yellow of the dial even further, ensuring that your wrist grabs all the attention

₹3,68,300

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Pleasant and joyful, lovers of yellow are happy-go-lucky souls who take things as they come. Yellow has been proven to grab attention and arouse curiosity, so don’t be surprised if the yellow timepiece on your wrist gets noticed and becomes the talk of the town! If you want a conversation starter, a yellow timepiece would serve you well.

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The Graff Diamonds Hallucination is a quartz watch that costs a whopping $55 million. The timepiece is made of a bracelet in platinum, on which are set 110 carats of large and rare diamonds, including one called ‘Fancy Vivid Yellow’, which stands out the most. Other yellow gemstones used in jewelled watches include citrines, topazes and yellow sapphires.

Multicolour: For The Flamboyant Free-Bird

It’s only fitting that we conclude this list with the most dazzling option—multicolour watches. There are some of us for whom just one colour is never enough. People who sport watches with multiple, vibrant hues love to bask in attention. They don’t shy away from the limelight and want their watches to shine, just as much as they themselves do when put in the spotlight. And the best part about these watches? They match with everything!

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Sports watches tend to be more colourful and vibrant than dress watches. Out of sports watches, the most colourful tend to be regatta and motor sport watches.