ENTRY DETAILS

  • Company Name SHANGHAI TOPRINT DESIGN CO.,LTD.
  • Entry Name Watch Scent: Where Time Meets Aroma
  • Category
    • Fashion and Accessories(New!)
      Honorable Mention (2025)
  • Clients Zenith
  • Lead Designer A-Lin Xu
  • Design Team
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SHORT DESCRIPTION

This scented candle redefines premium design by seamlessly integrating the mechanical artistry of high-end watchmaking. Moving beyond conventional minimalist, natural, or cute aesthetics, it introduces a strikingly ordered and coolly composed presence—one that speaks to the modern pursuit of refined living and personalized expression in daily decorations. Drawing inspiration from fine watchmaking, the design integrates intricate horological elements—such as openwork frameworks, hands, dials, and mechanical gears—transforming them into distinctive decorative features unique to this product. Here, the mechanics of time become a tangible aesthetic language, reimagining the very identity of aromatherapy products: not merely vessels for fragrance, but expressions of craftsmanship. Materials are selected with equal rigor. The metal frame and lid boast a sleek, cool luster, achieving both visual sophistication and excellent corrosion resistance to ensure lasting structural integrity. Wrapped around the side is eco-leather, made by recycling leather offcuts and post-consumer waste, combining environmental responsibility with the rich texture of genuine leather. Its organic warmth softens the rigid mechanical form, creating a harmonious contrast. The brand’s signature vintage red and blue further enhance the design, creating a distinctive juxtaposition between industrial precision and emotional resonance. Functionally, the precisely crafted openwork lid enhances both visual appeal and scent diffusion. The smooth magnetic closure delivers a crisp click sound, providing clear sensory feedback that mimics high-quality mechanical interaction. The modular design enables effortless replacement of the inner candle while preserving the outer container for extended use. This approach not only prolongs the product’s lifespan but also allows users to evolve their fragrance experiences according to personal preferences. More than just sustainability and practicality, the design fosters a deeply personal connection, transforming the product into an enduring companion for refined living.