By Cheryl Lai-Lim

5 Timepieces For Those Who Still Can’t Let Go of Brat Summer

When Haute Horlogerie meets Brat.
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Photo: Courtesy of Oris

Summer may be officially over, but brat green is still going strong. Fashion’s keeping up with the attitude, as seen on the Fall/Winter 2024 runways—everyone from Gucci to Loewe, Burberry, and Off-White is embracing the shade. It might just be the colour of the year.

For those who refuse to let go of that brat girl energy, these green-hued timepieces are the ultimate accessories to keep the spirit alive.

Bvlgari Octo Roma Striking Papillon Tourbillon

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Bold and unexpected, the Octo Roma Papillon Tourbillon is haute horlogerie with a rebellious edge. Its octagonal titanium case, finished with black DLC coating and electric green accents, feels as daring as a late-night summer escapade. 

The central flying tourbillon, a mark of high precision, sits at the heart of this stunner, while the time is shown in a playful way—hours peek out from a fixed window at 12 o’clock, while minutes glide across a semicircular track. The bratty touch? Its slick black alligator strap, offset with green stitching, serves urban sophistication with a wink.

The BVL348 calibre powers this showstopper, boasting a 60-hour power reserve and enough technical prowess to satisfy any horological aficionado. Super-LumiNova ensures this 44mm beast glows in the dark, for those nocturnal adventures when you’re not quite ready to call it a night. Green, after all, is the brat summer colour of choice.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon Chronograph

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Sporty and full of attitude, the Royal Oak Offshore doesn’t play by anyone’s rules. With its black ceramic case, pink gold hands, and green accents, it brings a rebellious energy to luxury. The green rubber strap and inner bezel give a nod to brat summer, while its titanium push pieces keep things cool under pressure.

Limited to celebrate 30 years of the Royal Oak Offshore, this 43mm edition doesn’t just look tough—it performs. Peer through the sapphire caseback, and you’ll find the Calibre 2967 with a blackened 22-carat pink gold rotor, an engine that’s as bold as the watch itself.

Louis Moinet Time to Race

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Forget subtlety—the Louis Moinet Time to Race is loud, lime, and unapologetic. Designed as a tribute to vintage racing, this piece channels the high-octane energy of the track into every detail. A neon green rubber strap and dial accents pop against the skeletonised chronograph mechanism, which takes centre stage on the dial.

But this watch isn’t just about looks—it’s about movement. The chronograph module steals the spotlight, with carbon fibre detailing as a backdrop to its intricate construction. This is haute horlogerie in motion, with a bratty green twist that keeps you looking forward, not back.

ORIS ProPilot X Kermit Edition

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Photo: Courtesy of ORIS

Who said brat summer couldn’t be fun? Oris teamed up with none other than Kermit the Frog for a playful twist on their ProPilot X, delivering a watch that’s part-serious, part-silly, and all style. Its 39mm titanium case, sharp as ever, conceals a Calibre 400 with a 5-day power reserve, ensuring that even the busiest brats can keep their schedules intact.

The fun factor? Kermit himself makes an appearance—bringing joy to your wrist and a reminder that, in the end, it’s all about enjoying the ride. Green isn’t just a colour, it’s an attitude, and this watch captures it perfectly.

The Ghost Automatic (Acid Green Edition)

Photo: Courtesy of The Ghost

The Ghost Automatic in Acid Green is the brat summer wrist candy you didn’t know you needed. Its transparent polycarbonate case and skeletonised dial give off an effortless vibe, blending sophisticated watchmaking with a touch of rebellious transparency.

Self-winding and sleek, this timepiece pairs a silicone strap with a design that’s equal parts futuristic and defiant. This watch doesn’t ask for attention—it demands it, making sure that wherever brat summer takes you, you’re always fashionably late but never out of style.

This story first appeared on GRAZIA Singapore.

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