TIME+TIDE Watches ad: Hamilton Khaki Field Auto 42mm

Some dials are just more fun to look at. AWAKE was born in 2019, with a mission to draw attention to Earth. “Borealis” draws inspiration from the shifting movement of the aurora borealis, translated into a fluid, radiant guilloché pattern, hand-cut in Italy. Dennison goes for a two in one, with their Dual Time complication, offereing practical functionality in a bold, fun way. Designed by Emmanuel Gueit, its blue dial moves between deep navy and softer blue tones, not through a gradient, but contrasting brushed finishes that change depending on the light. Then there’s Beaubleu. Often admired for it’s design-led watchmaking. Like most French craftsmanship, the “Ecce Lys” combines retro charm and elegance. The casebook remain open, to display the detail in mechanisms. Three brands, three very different approaches to making a dial stand out. Which one gets your pick? 👇