Which brands will see the biggest market share growth? Luxury watch market trends survey for summer 2025

According to Chrono24's latest analysis, the "sporty and marine" trend was prominent in the summer of 2025. Diving watches increased by 6.2% compared to the winter. Colors and tool-like elements that add accents to summer outfits are a popular trend every year.

Have you ever had this experience on your wrist in the summer?

As we head into the season of beach, pool, and resort trips, it's only natural to reach for a diver or sports watch, which is durable and looks great with a rubber strap. Matching a watch with a vibrant blue or green dial adds a touch of lightness to your summer outfit.

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Why diver watches are great for summer [+6.2%]

In summer 2025, divers' sales share increased by 6.2% compared to winter. In particular, Oris Aquis (+23.9%) and IWC Aquatimer (+18.1%) showed significant growth. These watches are a good fit for summer leisure demand, with their practical waterproof and durable designs, affordable prices, and lightweight strap options such as rubber and NATO straps.

• In the summer, the comfort benefits of rubber/textile straps are particularly effective.
• The psychological value of being able to use it with confidence during outdoor activities and in water situations is on the rise.
• The highly visible bezel and luminous material make it reliable even in bright sunlight.

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Color dials are gradually increasing [+4.4%], while dresses are weak [-7.0%]

Dials shifted to "bright" and "light" styles in the summer. Sales share of colored dials increased by 4.4%. In contrast, dress watches declined slightly by -7.0%. While this is typical every year, this result is in line with the seasonal trend of more casual attire.

"The market remains stable year-round, but there is a subtle shift towards sportier designs and bolder colors in the summer." - Chrono24 Engagement

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Top growth by model: AB2010121B1S1 leads with +79.2%

The model that saw the biggest increase in market share over the summer was the Breitling Superocean Heritage II 42 AB2010121B1S1, increasing by 79.2%. Next came the vintage Rolex GMT-Master 16750, increasing by 70.5%, and the Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5167A-001, increasing by 70.2%. It's a lineup that will look great on your summer wrist.

These figures and the top 10 rankings are published on Chrono24's official press page, dated August 28, 2025. It's safe to rely on primary information in terms of citation and reproducibility.

Here's where beginners and collectors differ in their purchasing perspectives

First one (beginner)

• Prioritize use: waterproofing, visibility, and maintenance costs. 200m waterproofing and rubber are a good match in the summer.
• Price validity: Understand market inventory and market price range. Also place importance on purchase evidence and guarantees.
• Choosing colors: Blue and green look great in the summer, but if you choose muted colors with the intention of using them in the fall and winter, they will be easy to use all year round.

Second and subsequent (collector)

• Portfolio thinking: Diversification of functions, metal materials, and sizes, including divers, GMT, and dress watches.
• Liquidity: A numerical evaluation of the number of items available and ease of sale. The turnover rate of top models varies seasonally.
• News intersection: Secondary distribution indexes and tariff news may affect short-term supply and demand.

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Case Sizes and Materials Now: Determining the Practical Range for Summer

Case thickness and weight play a role in summer when it comes to water resistance and comfort. Looking at actual sales, the combination of stainless steel and rubber remains the standard. The market size on Chrono24 (approximately 540,000 items in stock, approximately 9 million unique users per month, approximately 3,000 dealers, and approximately 45,000 individual sellers) also indicates the depth of demand.

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Commit Ginza: Top 3 Sales in Summer 2025

In store data (Summer 2025), Rolex sports icons ranked highly.

If the global market was in the "Summer of Divers," then our store was in the "Summer of Rolex Sports." When comparing actual demand both globally and locally, it is clear that the immovable position of popular models remains unshakable.

Outlook: Macro and seasonal overlap

• Seasonality continues to be mild. Summer is a subtle boost for sports watches with color dials.
• Secondary distribution is expected to recover as of summer 2025. Index and policy trends may affect short-term supply and demand.
• Chrono24's scale and visibility allows for greater transparency into stock turns and price ranges.

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Summary: How to conquer the summer

• Category: Divers' watches increased by 6.2%, driven by ease of use and seasonality.
• Color: Color dial +4.4%, dress -7.0%. Determine compatibility with your outfit.
• Models: AB2010121B1S1, 16750, 5167A-001 are ranked high. They are evaluated based on three criteria: supply, price, and turnover.
• On-site experience: Commit Ginza is driven by Rolex Sports. Optimizing decision-making by combining store data with external indices.

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Citation/Reference

• Chrono24 “Data Shows Clear Summer Trends in the Luxury Watch Market” (2025/08/28)
• Chrono24 Press List Page (Check publication dates and headlines)
• Chrono24 Company and market size information (number of exhibitors, visitors, etc.)
• Breitling Superocean Héritage II 42 AB2010121B1S1 (stock example)
• Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5167A-001 (stock example)
• Secondary Distribution Overview (Summer 2025 Update)

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