There was a time when the watch was a crucial accessory to any outfit. You had the suit, tie, shoes, belt, and finally, the watch to tie it all together. For ’80s Hong Kong, it was the Rolex two-tone Datejust — much like the black submariner has found its way as a streetwear staple, the 36mm Datejust was a go-to for the yuppies of Central.
While that era has passed, we are witnessing a new resurgence in the popularity of mechanical wristwatches. And even if it is not so much for their horological value, there’s no denying that fashion houses
