In the world of horology, where precision meets artistry, Maurice Lacroix stands out by pushing design boundaries. With an unwavering commitment to capturing urban essence, the brand’s latest creation, the AIKON Skeleton Urban Tribe watch, is a masterpiece merging architectural inspiration with horological innovation.
Drawing from towering architectural marvels that define city skylines, Maurice Lacroix introduced the AIKON Urban Tribe watch years ago. The timepiece quickly became a sensation, captivating city dwellers and watch enthusiasts. Now, building on that success, the Maison introduces the AIKON Skeleton Urban Tribe, a bold iteration taking the Urban Tribe design to new heights in mesmerizing skeleton form.
Maurice Lacroix worked closely with movement specialist Sellita to create the AIKON Skeleton Urban Tribe watch’s proprietary Automatic ML135 (base SW200) movement. This movement displays a delicate transparency, similar to the interplay of light and shadow in architectural marvels. Light passes through intricate holes, highlighting the multitude of components within. The oscillating weight itself is transformed into a work of art, with sandblasted and sunbrushed ornamentation, circular graining, and colimaçon patterns.
Blending form and function, the AIKON Skeleton Urban Tribe watch boasts meticulous design. Facetted hour and minute hands lined with Super-LumiNova® ensure legibility, while luminescent indexes and a dark grey flange frame the captivating sapphire dial. Encased in a 39mm stainless steel case, the exterior features laser-engraved intricate motifs inspired by the materials shaping urban landscapes – concrete, glass, and steel.
The AIKON Skeleton Urban Tribe watch provides comfort and functionality to its wearers. It has an integrated bracelet and shares the Easy Strap Exchange System with other AIKON models, allowing for easy strap shifting without the use of tools. This feature increases the timepiece’s adaptability, allowing it to be worn for a variety of situations and styles.
Stéphane Waser, the Managing Director of Maurice Lacroix, reflects on the journey leading to the AIKON Skeleton Urban Tribe’s creation. “Following the remarkable success of the AIKON Urban Tribe, we received countless requests for another urban-inspired timepiece. The AIKON Skeleton Urban Tribe embodies the same non-conformist spirit while elevating it with a sapphire dial that unveils intricate skeleton movement.” Waser highlights the watch resonating with urbanites thriving on city life’s energy, mirroring strength, openness, and dynamism of towering structures.
The AIKON Skeleton Urban Tribe watch, which is limited to 500 pieces, is a monument to Maurice Lacroix’s commitment to perfection. This timepiece embodies urban essence on the wrist thanks to its appealing design, innovative mechanism, and devotion to giving outstanding value. The AIKON Skeleton Urban Tribe pays tribute to timeless modernity and beauty as cities grow and architecture redefines skylines.
