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A year after captivating watch enthusiasts with their Art Deco-inspired capsule collection, Louis Erard and The Horophile have once again joined forces, this time presenting a fresh take on the La Petite Seconde Metropolis. The fourth iteration of this collaborative masterpiece introduces a sleek green dial that signals a forward-looking vision, blending classic elegance with modern innovation.<\/p>\n
A Verdant Cityscape: Neo-Deco in Full Bloom<\/strong> With its deep green dial, the latest Metropolis connects these natural and urban landscapes, creating a direct link between the brand\u2019s origins and its modern reinterpretation of metropolitan elegance.<\/p>\n Reinterpreting Art Deco: The Metropolis Green<\/strong> The watch\u2019s numerals are a standout element, designed with an architectural flair that evokes the open-worked fa\u00e7ade elements characteristic of Art Deco structures. This intricate design creates a visual interplay of lines that adds depth and texture to the dial, making it both aesthetically pleasing and functionally clear.<\/p>\n The green dial is where this edition truly shines. The dial\u2019s warm, shifting tones, accentuated by its metallic base, create a dynamic play of light and shadow.<\/p>\n This effect not only adds texture but also highlights the two key time display areas: the prominent hour-minute dial and the seconds sub-dial.<\/p>\n A Homage to Modernity: The Empire Baton Hands<\/strong> These hands, along with the powdery silver hour numerals, are reminiscent of the steel frames that support today\u2019s tallest buildings, seamlessly integrating with the green landscape of the dial as if these structures were part of the natural environment.<\/p>\n Priced at SGD 3,720 including taxes, this watch offers a unique blend of heritage and innovation, making it a must-have for collectors and style aficionados alike.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" A year after captivating watch enthusiasts with their Art Deco-inspired capsule collection, Louis Erard and The Horophile have once again joined forces, this time presenting a fresh take on the La Petite Seconde Metropolis. The fourth iteration of this collaborative masterpiece introduces a sleek green dial that signals a forward-looking vision, blending classic elegance with […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":32831,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"sfsi_plus_gutenberg_text_before_share":"","sfsi_plus_gutenberg_show_text_before_share":"","sfsi_plus_gutenberg_icon_type":"","sfsi_plus_gutenberg_icon_alignemt":"","sfsi_plus_gutenburg_max_per_row":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[19],"tags":[3063],"class_list":{"0":"post-32830","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-news","8":"tag-louis-erard-x-the-horophile"},"yoast_head":"\n
\nFounded in 1929, at the height of Art Deco\u2019s influence, the brand has deep roots in the Jura region, known for its distinctive fir tree style\u2014an Art Deco expression inspired by the dense forests of the Franches-Montagnes.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/34248AA69.BVA158-217x300.jpeg\")
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\nThe La Petite Seconde Metropolis Green builds upon the foundation of Louis Erard\u2019s Petite Seconde, a contemporary classic known for its compact 39 mm steel case. This watch embodies the essence of minimalist sophistication, with its \u201cLE\u201d signature crown being the sole bearer of the brand\u2019s logo\u2014a subtle yet defining feature.\u2019<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-2-300x240.jpeg\")
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\nThe watch\u2019s silver \u201cEmpire\u201d baton hands are a direct homage to the most iconic of all Art Deco skyscrapers\u2014the Empire State Building.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/34248AA69.BVA158-2-300x240.jpeg\")
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