Swatch returns to the Locarno Film festival with a limited-edition timepiece
Image courtesy of Swatch.
Image courtesy of Swatch.
Aptly named LOCARNO78, this exclusive watch captures the spirit of the iconic Pardo d'pro and style of this year's event, featuring the signature leopard motif on both its dial and strap, and mirroring the poster's hypnotic swirl of holographic abstraction.
The dial showcases a mesmerising iridescent Solar Spectrum effect, complemented by printed spots for indexes, while a dedicated loop highlights the festival's name.
The LOCARNO78 is priced at $167 and available online at swatch.com.
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