A new Casio G-Shock collection has stripped everything back.
Inspired by nightclubs and festivals, this one is certain to be a popular pick.
While the Casio G-Shock range is widely loved as a rugged tool watch, it has also become popular as a fashionable addition to your wardrobe. These lovable, resin-cased pieces are just as likely to be seen on the wrist of a fashion mogul as an adventurer in 2026.
Now, the brand has unveiled a trio of new models in its 2100 series. That's one of the most popular case shapes in the G-Shock catalogue, with an octagonal design that some have compared to the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak.
This new collection is called the Smoke Dial series, and that should give you a pretty good idea of what's on offer. The three cases and straps are crafted from matte, translucent resin, with a different hue for each of the three.
Those are designed to evoke the hazy atmospheres of nightclubs and festivals, and I think they do a pretty good job of that. It also makes for a nice contrast with the dials, which are jet black and glossy, with a mirror-like effect.
The hands offer the only real break from that monochrome appearance, with a selection of bright, neon colours that cut through like lasers. Each of the colours is also matched with a ring at the outer edge of the dial, and ties in with the few bits of text which remain.
You'll find all of the same functionality which has made the 2100 series such a beloved member of the G-Shock family. That includes an analogue set of hands on the centre pinion, with a physical day indicator at nine o'clock.
Beyond that, a small digital window spanning across the three to six o'clock positions offers access to a range of other functions. That includes alarms, a stopwatch, a timer and a world timer.
Priced at US$135 (approx. £99 / €115 / AU$190) these models represent the same fantastic value that you'll find right across the range. If you're looking for something a little different from the brand, you'll find it here.
