A new star is born: Swatch partners with the European Space Agency (ESA) for its latest Swatch x You designs
Swatch and ESA have joined forces to craft a captivating collection of six Swatch X You designs inspired by the celestial realm, allowing you to fashion one-of-a-kind timepieces. Each new watch you create gives birth to a unique star!
Starting from October 4, this exclusive design series pays homage to the awe-inspiring cosmic vistas discovered thousands of light-years away from our planet, captured by the world’s most advanced space telescopes. These designs provide a glimpse into the world of stars, showcasing the renowned Pillars of Creation, the captivating Protostar L1527, and a vibrant young star-forming region within the Carina Nebula.
Adorned with mesmerizing formations and vibrant hues, the Swatch X You – ESA designs offer limitless possibilities for customizing your watch, guaranteeing a touch of individuality and uniqueness. The only boundary is your imagination!
Each crafted timepiece will come with an ESA logo loop, a special sleeve, and a postcard featuring the image that served as its inspiration. For centuries, the night sky filled with stars and the mysteries beyond our naked eye’s reach have fueled human imagination. Thanks to the Swatch X You – ESA designs, the cosmic wonders existing beyond our known world are now more accessible than ever before.
Creating your personalized Swatch X You watch is a straightforward process:
- Visit the Swatch website and select “Customize.”
- Choose your preferred design.
- Adjust, rotate, zoom in, or out until you find the perfect design for you.
- Select the color of the watch mechanism, with or without indexes.
- Optionally, include a personalized message for the back of the case.
- Preview your design and place your order.
About the European Space Agency (ESA)
The European Space Agency (ESA) serves as Europe’s access point to the realm of space. Formed in 1975 as an intergovernmental organization, ESA is committed to shaping Europe’s space capabilities and ensuring that investments in space yield advantages for the people of Europe and the global community.
ESA proudly boasts 22 Member States, which include Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Additionally, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia, and Slovenia hold Associate Member status.
Furthermore, ESA has cultivated formal collaborations with four European Union Member States, while Canada actively participates in various ESA initiatives through a Cooperation Agreement. By harmonizing the financial and intellectual assets of its member nations, ESA can embark on programs and endeavors that transcend the capabilities of any single European country. Notably, it collaborates with the EU on the execution of the Galileo and Copernicus projects and partners with EUMETSAT to advance meteorological missions.
For more information, please visit Swatch.com.