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“The gesture of taking the watch from the pocket and looking at the time is very elegant for a man, but if I was going to create a pocket watch, I wanted it to be very modern. I didn't want to do old-fashioned.” quote by Richard Mille
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“The gesture of taking the watch from the pocket and looking at the time is very elegant for a man, but if I was going to create a pocket watch, I wanted it to be very modern. I didn't want to do old-fashioned.”

Richard Mille

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Source Interview: Richard Mille watch design interview, 2018

He values modern design over traditional elegance, preferring contemporary aesthetics for pocket watches.

In simple terms: Modern design over old style.

Key Takeaway

Embrace contemporary style.

Themes

design modernity tradition fashion technology

Mood

reflective analytical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • watch design
  • fashion trends
  • product development

Key Concepts

industrial design aesthetic innovation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does modernity affect perceived value?
  • What balance between tradition and innovation?
A Different Perspective

Modern designs may lack timeless appeal.

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