Though Alba Watches have an Italian name, it has a marked Japanese DNA coursing through every timepiece.
This is because Alba is a fully-owned subsidiary of Seiko, bringing with it the vaunted quality and reliability of the Japanese watchmaking giant.
But more than that, the ethos of each Alba watch has a decidedly Japanese design concept. Every groove, every facet, every index indicates a well-thought out design language that is a hallmark of Japanese design.
Japanese Design Concepts For Every Watch
Japan has a strong artistic heritage, replete with strong concepts that define the artistic milieu of the people.
One of them is Kansō (簡素) standing for simplicity and elimination of the non-essential. This means that the superfluous is eliminated in favor of what is important to being.
Another is Shibui (渋い) which means understated elegance. True beauty doesn't scream out loud but is softer and noticed upon closer examination. No need for ostentatious displays.
Finally, we have Shizen (自然), which represents naturalness. This indicates a nature-inspired outlook that simply flows through the design.
With these three concepts, you now have something which can be found in many Alba watches.
Alba Watches With A Unique Japanese Touch
The Fashion collection from Alba replete with sensible and fashionable choices without premium pricing. Let's take a look at some of these beautiful yet affordable watches.
Sophisticated Style With The Alba AK3063X1
- Caliber: VC11
- Movement: Quartz
- Case Size: 19.4mm
- Band: Stainless steel wrap bracelet
- Glass: Mineral Crystal
- Water Resistance: 5 bar water resistant
The AK3063X1 is a great showcase for the Kansō aesthetic. Every part of this watch is purposeful and is able to highlight the real star of the show: you. It has this striking
salmon pink dial that looks beautiful on your wrist. Lining the case of the watch are these beautiful gems that make the watch more expensive than it looks.
The Roman Numeral indices is a great example of function and form combining together to highlight what this watch is for: to tell you time and look great at the same time. A great example of an Alba watch that is highly functional but exudes so much beauty.
Understated Elegance With The Alba AH7EK5X1
- Caliber: VJ22
- Movement: Quartz
- Case Size: 33mm
- Band: Stainless steel wrap bracelet
- Glass: Mineral Crystal
- Water Resistance: 5 bar water resistant
- Function: Date
Another great watch is the AH7EK7X1, with a stunning Mother-of-Pearl dial in a deep rich blue. The Shibui aesthetic is very prominent here that gives the watch an elegance that speaks for itself. Upon closer examination, you will observe ginkgo leaves in the dial, making for an elegant combination.
The quartz movement of the watch is also excellent, giving you accurate time year-round. But this elegance does not come with an exorbitant cost. This is very much an affordable watch you can wear to upscale your look.
A Golden Surprise in The Alba AH8848X1
- Caliber: VJ21
- Movement: Quartz
- Case Size: 32mm
- Band: Stainless steel wrap bracelet
- Glass: Mineral Crystal
- Water Resistance: 5 bar water resistant
Taking inspiration from Shizen, we present the AH8848X1 with a silver dial adorned with florets, a call-back to the beautiful autumn season that Japan is famous for.
The gold case and bracelet combo gives this watch a design cue that is decidedly upper-class but also reminiscent of one of the most valuable things in nature: gold. But even with its gold trimmings, it doesn’t cost an arm and a leg to get this watch.
Japan on Your Wrist Without The Cost
This set of Alba Watches shows that you can get excellent Japanese design without breaking the bank. You can get these excellent watches at a fraction of the cost of other watches.
But affordability doesn’t come at the cost of quality. You get reliable movements which take inspiration from Japanese design concepts like the Kansō, Shibui, and Shizen. You can see these design cues shining through in a lot of Alba watches.
And now, you can get these Alba watches right here in the Philippines. Get your watches today at our online store so you can explore the many options you can get from Alba.
Get a Japanese design on your wrist today. Get your Alba watch in the Philippines today!