Fergus Nash Hublot extends “Hublot Loves Summer” campaign to the Hublot Big Bang Unico Azur Blue and white ceramic case evokes classic sailor attire Limited to 50 pieces, available exclusively at Monaco and Saint-Tropez boutiques
The French Riviera tends to get a lot of love from watchmakers. From TAG Heuer’s Monaco to Baume & Mercier’s Riviera, using these names evokes a certain state of mind that exudes luxury, style, and leisure. Hublot doesn’t need much help in that regard, The art of fusion Hublot’s mission is to express the love of summer with a ceramic case. The Hublot Big Bang Unico Azul is Hublot Loves Summer Series With a preppy twist.
While there is certainly nothing revolutionary about the use of blue and white in a water-themed design, Hublot’s use of a blue ceramic case and white ceramic bezel ratio perfectly captures the quintessential sailor attire. While some may find it cheesy, it instantly conveys the ideal of sipping cocktails on a yacht or diving into the sparkling waters whenever the sun shines. Its dazzling white bezel visually expands the rather compact 42mm diameter for this style of watch, and also increases the impact of the watch on the wrist. While 52mm lug-to-lug may be pushing the envelope if you have a thinner-than-average wrist, this is by no means a classy dress watch. Paired with a blue rubber strap or a woven white fabric strap, Hublot ensures that it doesn’t try to dress up beyond its casual nature.
Furthering the French Riviera tradition of losing track of time, the Hublot Big Bang Unico Azur sacrifices legibility for visual complexity. It’s quite a gamble for a timekeeping device, but in this case it definitely pays off. Behind the military stencil-like applied numerals and skeletonized hands, we see the mechanical cacophony of movement parts intermingled with the navy blue dial pieces. The Big Bang Unico Azur is certainly proud of its analogue roots and wants to show off its technical capabilities as much as possible. Moreover, Hublot’s Industrial Aesthetics And it’s that easy-going vacationer vibe that’s the appeal of this new piece. Powering the watch is the Unico movement HUB1280, which features a flyback chronograph complication and a three-day power reserve.
Pricing and availability for the Hublot Big Bang Unico Azur:
The Hublot Big Bang Unico Azur is limited to just 50 pieces and will be available exclusively at Hublot boutiques in Monaco and Saint-Tropez. Price: USD 25,800 / EUR 26,900
Brand Hublot Model Big Bang Unico Azur Case size 42mm x 52mm x 14.5mm Case material Ceramic Water resistance 100m Crystal Sapphire Dial Blue skeleton Strap Blue rubber and white fabric strap Movement HUB1280 Power reserve 72 hours Availability Limited to 50 pieces, only available in Monaco and Saint-Tropez boutiques Price US$25,800 / EUR26,900
