Audemars Piguet and Swatch's Royal Pop collection has stirred discussions among watch enthusiasts within just 24 hours of its announcement. The collection will be available in Swatch stores starting Saturday, May 16.
The Blaue Acht
The Blaue Acht ranks last among the eight models. Despite the potential for vibrant colors, this watch features muted mint green and blue tones that fail to make a bold statement.
Otto Rosso
Just above the Blaue Acht, the Otto Rosso takes the seventh spot. Its light pink hue resembles the Royal Oaks with salmon dials but lacks the punch of the other models in the collection.
Green Eight
The Green Eight, with its monochrome design, comes in sixth. While it nods to AP's history with green ceramics, the green-on-green scheme feels lackluster for such a high-profile collaboration.
Otg Roz
The Otg Roz, inspired by Andy Warhol's painting of Marilyn Monroe, occupies the fifth spot. Despite its artistic inspiration, the vibrant pink lemonade color has become a social media punchline.
Orenji Hach
Ranked fourth, the Orenji Hach combines navy and orange, reminiscent of AP's ceramic pieces. Its color palette appeals to both Swatch and AP fans, gaining votes from the watch community.
Ocho Negro
The Ocho Negro, a classic black and white model, ranks third. Esteemed collectors like Auro Montanari and Adam Craniotes highlighted its timeless aesthetic, making it a favorite among enthusiasts.
Lan Ba
In second place, the Lan Ba nods to pocket watch history with its savonette style and small seconds subdial. Collectors like Mark Kauzlarich and James Lamdin favor this model for its historical references.
Huit Blanc
Topping the list is the Huit Blanc, praised for its white design with rainbow indices and multicolor screws. Described as both fun and sophisticated, it captures the essence of the Swatch and Audemars Piguet collaboration.
Source: https://www.gq.com/story/all-swatch-audemars-piguet-royal-pop-ranked
