Swatch's "SCUBAQUA" Collection Explores the Deep Blue Sea
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Swatchis preparing for the summer by hitting the beach, sharing its new 'SCUBAQUA' collection inspired by the ocean's hidden vibrancy. Swatch explores the deep blue sea with five watches crafted from Bioceramic and additional bio-sourced materials stimulated by oceanic protection.
Swatch's 'SCUBAQUA' collection is packed with exciting hues and textures, presenting timeless icons ideal for sun-filled adventures. The five watches arrive in black, white, blue, red, and yellow, featuring glow-in-the-dark accents, tinted clear dials, and 44mm casings. Paying tribute to diverse jellyfish species, each watch boasts a unique name to match.
In case you hadn't guessed, the 'SCUBAQUA' collection is made for deep-sea exploration, allowing divers to head underwater for 10 bars of water resistance. The new Swatch collection is available in-store andonlinenow.
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Summary Swatchis preparing for the summer by hitting the beach, sharing its new 'SCUBAQUA' collection inspired by the ocean's hidden vibrancy. Swatch explores the deep blue sea with five watches crafted from Bioceramic and additional bio-sourced materials stimulated by oceanic protection. Swatch's 'SCUBAQUA' collection is packed with exciting hues and textures, presenting timeless icons ideal for sun-filled adventures. The five watches arrive in black, white, blue, red, and yellow, featuring glow-in-the-dark accents, tinted clear dials, and 44mm casings. Paying tribute to diverse jellyfish species, each watch boasts a unique name to match. In case you hadn't guessed, the 'SCUBAQUA' collection is made for deep-sea exploration, allowing divers to head underwater for 10 bars of water resistance. The new Swatch collection is available in-store andonlinenow.
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