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I still remember the first time I tried on a Skin watch from Swatch. It must have been 10–15 years ago. The first Skin was launched back in 1997 and, at just 3.9mm thick, it was the thinnest plastic watch ever made at the time. It even earned a place in the Guinness World Records. When I first wore one, I was struck by the absolute sense of freedom and comfort offered by its almost invisible, delicate, featherlight case. After all, that was precisely what the name of the collection suggested: watches so thin they become one with the skin. One of the most elegant versions of the Skin, with a stainless-steel Milanese bracelet, was a gift I gave my mother years ago—something she could wear every day without ever feeling its weight. She still wears it to this day. Those early models marked the beginning of a story that continues with great success and a loyal following. Recently, the Skin line was enriched with the Painted Paradise collection, introducing four new watches that stand out not only for their slimness but also for their vivid colours.
With the new Painted Paradise collection, Swatch returns to something it knows well: colour. Not simply as an aesthetic choice, but as a mood, an experience. The collection consists of four models, each with its own distinct colour identity.
From turquoise tones reminiscent of shallow, crystal-clear tropical waters and bold greens that transport you into the foliage of a tropical forest, to the warm shades of purple and fuchsia evoking exotic flowers and fruits, each watch feels like a small escape to a paradise destination.
At a time when most watches aim to impress through technical specifications or complexity, Swatch takes a different approach. It invites us to travel mentally, to engage our imagination. The Painted Paradise collection encourages you to shift your mood, to bring colour into the grey of everyday life—without a significant cost. After all, all four models are priced at €120.
