-Traditional Watches Get Smarter, Smartwatches Get Sleeker

BASEL, Switzerland, March 23, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Fossil Group (NASDAQ: FOSL) will launch more than 300 connected watch styles across 14 brands in 2017, the company announced today. From slimmer and smaller hybrid smartwatches to full-round touchscreen smartwatches with custom AMOLED displays and branded micro-apps, this unprecedented portfolio of fashion-first tech accessories makes one thing clear: By reimagining the watch experience, Fossil Group has, quite simply, reinvented the watch.

Fossil Group is showcasing its latest designs at its European Headquarters in Basel, Switzerland during Baselworld, the world’s leading watch and jewelry fair.

“Many of our brands that first entered the wearables space less than a year ago are now branching out with new styles, colors and types of wearables, all showcasing the perfect fusion of fashion and technology,” said Greg McKelvey , chief strategy and digital officer, Fossil Group. “Our unrivaled speed to market is only possible through our relentless investments in innovation, our unmatched scale and operational capabilities, and our strong partnerships with the world’s most admired fashion brands.”

“This explosion of new styles is further proof that the entire purpose of the watch is changing,” McKelvey added. “Our customers are no longer wearing a watch simply to tell time, they are wearing it to stay connected to the people and activities they care about most while remaining fashionably on-point. We’re thrilled to offer them so many ways to maintain those connections, and to do it with beauty and uncompromised style.”

Since launching its first smartwatch in Fall 2015, Fossil Group has brought to market more than 150 touchscreen smartwatches, hybrid smartwatches and activity trackers throughout 40 countries and in 20 languages for brands including Chaps, Diesel, Emporio Armani, Armani Exchange, Fossil, kate spade new york, Michael Kors, Misfit and Skagen. New Fossil Group brands entering the wearables space in 2017 include DKNY, Marc Jacobs , MICHELE, Relic and Tory Burch .

Here are highlights of the new Fossil Group styles:

• Hybrid Smartwatches: Fossil Group’s line-up of 2017 hybrid smartwatches – connected watches with discreet notifications and activity tracking that look like traditional watches – are now slimmer, sleeker and smarter. With new design variations and more functional side-button pushers that can be assigned to specific tasks (such as, “ring your phone,” take a selfie, track a goal or control music), the hybrid smartwatch is increasingly versatile and customizable.
  • DKNY – New to the wearables space, introducing the DKNY MINUTE hybrid smartwatch collection (Holiday 2017)
  • Marc Jacobs – New to the wearables space, introducing the Riley hybrid smartwatch (Fall 2017)
  • MICHELE – New to the wearables space, introducing the MICHELE Connected hybrid smartwatch collection (Holiday 2017)
  • Relic – New to the wearables space, introducing the Duncan men’s hybrid smartwatch collection and the Eliza women’s hybrid smartwatch collection (Fall 2017)
  • Tory Burch – New to the wearables space, introducing The Collins hybrid smartwatch (Holiday 2017)
  • Armani Exchange – Armani Exchange Connected line of hybrid smartwatches extends its collection to include two new colorways of the silicone style (Fall 2017) and will introduce five dress styles (Holiday 2017)
  • Chaps – Chaps Connected line of hybrid smartwatches will include new colorways (Fall 2017)
  • Diesel – Diesel On collection of hybrid smartwatches will include new colorways and a new platform based on the popular Mega Chief (Fall 2017)
  • Emporio Armani – Emporio Armani Connected line of hybrid smartwatches will include new platforms and new colorways (Fall 2017)
  • Fossil – Q Accomplice and Q Activist are the slimmest designed Fossil Q hybrid smartwatch cases to date and feature customizable pushers (Summer/Fall 2017)
  • kate spade new york – An update to the bestselling traditional watch, the new Holland hybrid smartwatch has an even more feminine look, complete with star detailing and sparkling pave stones (Fall 2017)
  • Misfit – Four new colorways will join the Phase hybrid smartwatch collection (April 2017)
  • Michael Kors – Michael Kors Access will expand its collection of hybrid smartwatches by offering two new colorways for ladies (Fall 2017) and new colorways and platforms for men (Holiday 2017)
  • Skagen – 19 new styles and four new platforms set to launch throughout 2017, including Jorn (men’s), Hald (women’s), Signatur (men’s) and Signatur t-bar (women’s), representing the slimmest wearables the brand has released to date

“As an innovator in the fashion watch space, we knew that Fossil Group had the ability to launch a new category of watches that would be extremely relevant to a new generation of watch wearers,” says Steve Evans , executive vice president, Fossil Brand. “We pride ourselves as being ‘watch geeks’ and became obsessed with transforming the watch category as it stands. We knew there was a need for an evolution, and we felt that no other company in the industry could surpass our commitment and ability to revolutionize the watch space. We are confident that the launch of hybrid smartwatches across multiple brands this year will be a transformative moment in the watch industry, and we look forward to exciting and educating customers globally that Fossil Group has a (smart) watch for every wrist.”

• Touchscreen Smartwatches: Fossil Group’s new 2017 touchscreen smartwatches, compatible with both iOS® and Android phones, are powered by Android Wear 2.0, Google’s smart watch platform and a Qualcomm® Snapdragon Wear 2100 processor. They feature one-of-a-kind, full-AMOLED, high-resolution screens that preserve the integrity of sophisticated watch design while enabling crystal clear illumination. Customers will personalize the watch faces by choosing from millions of branded dial designs developed and programmed by Fossil Group. In addition, Android Wear 2.0 allows users to customize key information to appear on their watch face, create shortcuts to play music, call a car or monitor activity goals. Additionally, user’s third-party apps can be downloaded through the on-watch Google Play Store.
  • Diesel – Diesel On will include its first touchscreen smartwatch available in five outsized styles (Holiday 2017)
  • Emporio Armani – Emporio Armani Connected will include its first touchscreen smartwatch (Beginning September 2017)
  • Fossil – Q Venture and Q Explorist are the brand’s slimmest, most feature-packed touchscreen smartwatches to date (Fall 2017)
  • Michael Kors – Michael Kors Access Sofie and Michael Kors Access Grayson are two new introductions to the touchscreen smartwatch collection (Fall 2017)
  • Misfit – Misfit Vapor is powered by Android Wear 2.0 and includes heart rate monitoring, GPS, standalone music functionality, and is swimproof to 5ATM (Late-Summer 2017)

“Our new touchscreen smartwatches are better in every way – from the screen resolution and fast, wireless charging to the case size and branded micro-apps,” said Eric Anderson, executive vice president of Portfolio Brands, Fossil Group. “And, while 2016 was a banner year for our smartwatch innovation and introductions, the tangible results of Fossil Group’s innovation are creating tremendous opportunity for our wearables in 2017.”

• Touchscreen Smartwatch Micro-apps: Branded smartwatch micro-apps – custom apps designed with each brand’s smartwatch customer in mind and without the need to be tethered to a smartphone – will be rolled out with each brand’s new touchscreen smartwatch. Enabled by Android Wear 2.0 and built by Fossil Group’s internal software development team, each micro-app for Fossil, Michael Kors, Emporio Armani and Misfit Vapor touchscreen smartwatches will offer unique functionalities in line with the brands’ DNA and target consumer in mind. For example, the Michael Kors Access “My Social” micro-app will allow the customer to use a photo from his/her Instagram as the touchscreen smartwatch dial background.

“Fossil Group is uniquely positioned to succeed. We bring the rich history in fashion, portfolio of brands, design prowess and sophisticated software development that’s required to drive strong sales in this competitive market,” said McKelvey.

About Fossil Group, Inc.
Fossil Group, Inc. is a global design, marketing, distribution and innovation company specializing in lifestyle accessories. Under a diverse portfolio of owned and licensed brands, our offerings include fashion watches, jewelry, handbags, small leather goods and wearables. With our newest owned brand, Misfit, we’re bringing style and technology to the high-growth connected space. We’re committed to delivering the best in design and innovation across our owned brands, Fossil, Michele, Misfit, Relic, Skagen and Zodiac, and licensed brands, adidas, Armani Exchange, Burberry, Chaps, Diesel, DKNY, Emporio Armani, Karl Lagerfeld , kate spade new york, Marc Jacobs , Michael Kors and Tory Burch . We bring each brand story to life through an extensive wholesale distribution network across approximately 150 countries and nearly 600 retail locations. Certain press release and SEC filing information concerning the Company is also available at www.fossilgroup.com .

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National, September 2016:

The DKNY Dress Case collection, inspired by the crisp lines and modern look of the D K N Y ready-to-wear collection, pairs a clean, open dial with a slim top ring. The refined, minimalist silhouette is reinforced either by slender straps in plaster, lacquer-hued leather, or fluid seven-link metallic bracelets with silver, gold, or rose gold-tone plating.

Simple modern styling that allows added fluidity and movement, the collection keeps up with the current trend of minimalism.

NY2510 has a petite, white satin-finish dial with a modern, minimalist design language that is complemented by a sleek gold-tone case and fluid seven-link bracelet.

NY2514 features a gorgeous small, white dial in a modern, minimalist design and matte plaster-colored leather strap.

Priced from Rs 7995/- onwards, the DKNY Stanhope collection is available at select Shoppers Stop, Lifestyle, Helios, Ethos, Just in Vogue and other leading watch retail outlets across the country.

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Kolkata, July, 2013.The new DKNY Nudes collection is the perfect answer to every elegant and sophisticated woman’s need for great style and designs.  This must-have collection comprises of colours that are understated and cover the neutral spectrum.Delicate and stunning, these timepieces were designed to effortlessly enhance the style statement of a contemporary woman that is ambitious, beautiful and reflects subdued glamour and texture.

Simplicity reigns with the sleek and dynamic NY8767 timepiece.This chronograph fashions a distinct tan coloured dial highlighted by three black sub dials encompassed in brushed finish stainless steel casing. The lightweight and flexible white leather straps gently and sensually embrace the wrist, offering exquisite comfort and grace.

For more glitz, the NY8820is fitted with a two tone bracelet in polished silver and nude ceramic. The sparkle is provided by the stone encrusted bezel encircling the off white ceramic dial that glams up the look.Also remarkably elegant, is the NY8783with a polished stainless steel casing and skinny nude leather straps and dial to match.

The all-nude NY8801comes as a distinct style that featuresfashioning a round-shaped silver casing with the iconic DKNY logo embossed on the dial, perfect for those who love to show-off their love for the brand in a sophisticated manner

Priced from Rs 4495/-onwards, the DKNY Nudescollection is available at  select Shoppers Stop, Lifestyle, Helios, Ethos, Just in Vogue and other leading watch retail outlets across the country.

About the company:

Fossil, Inc. (NASDAQ: FOSL) is a global company specializing in the design, innovation, and marketing of fashion lifestyle and accessory products.  At the heart of Fossil’s vision is a commitment to fostering creativity and delivering the best in design through the company’s namesake FOSSIL brand and a portfolio of internationally recognized owned and licensed brands. The FOSSIL brand is rooted in authenticity and a distinctive modern-vintage design aesthetic. With nearly 400 stores worldwide and a strong global e-commerce business (www.fossil.com), Fossil is internationally known for its eclectic assortment of lifestyle and accessory items including watches, jewelry, handbags, and clothing.  The company is constantly developing its multi-brand portfolio through its core competencies in innovative branding, world-class design, and dynamic global distribution.

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Kolkata, June 2013: Global watch major Timex Group India Limited, as a part of its aggressive expansion plans has launched its FIFTH store ‘The Time Factory’ in Kolkata. The plush store is located at the Lindsay Street.

Kolkata offers potential business opportunity that has encouraged Timex to open its stores in the city taking the store count in East to 17 and a whopping 117 “The Time Factory” outlets in the country. There has been an increasing trend of people splurging on premium personal accessories like watches and tapping this trend, Timex has been aggressively expanding its presence in the eastern market.

With the unique signature signage of the Timex Flagship and trendy interiors, Timex stores are always a customer’s delight from the point one enters till they leave. One can experience the same contentment in the 677 sqft sophisticated yet stylish and engaging outlet which houses brands like Timex, Helix, Nautica, Marc Ecko, Fossil and DKNY.

Speaking on the occasion Mr. M.K Bandopadhyay, MD – Timex Group India Limited said, “I am happy to announce the launch of our Fifth store in Kolkata “The Time Factory” store in Kolkata and the response that we have received has been overwhelming. Our strong belief in the potentiality of this market has been an example of Timex’s achievement and the valued appreciation of customers that the brand has received over the years. The Time Factory stores aim at fulfilling the growing demand of our discerning customers and providing them with a delightful experience and making more watch-aficionados fall in love with the brand and its unparalleled collection of watches”

About TIMEX Group:

Timex Group is the one of the world’s largest watch maker that designs, manufactures and markets innovative timepieces and jewelry globally. Timex was founded in 1854 and has a rich heritage of making the finest timepieces.

Timex Group has a portfolio of several brands spread across various segments from mid-premium to luxury segment with Brands like Timex, Marc Ecko, Nautica, Salvatore Ferragamo, Versace, Helix, Tarun Tahiliani and with selling channels in more than 100 countries. The Group has a design centre based out of Milan and a manufacturing base spread across various countries.

Over the years, TIMEX Group India Ltd. has grown to become one of the leading brands in the organized watch market. Brand TIMEX is well-known in India for its youth appeal, sporty, fashionable and technologically advanced product offering. TIMEX group also has set standards of high quality watch-making through excellent technology and innovative product development. TIMEX has been a pioneer in inventing several landmark technologies to its credit including the Indiglo®. TIMEX Group has also diversified and has plans of launching a host of international brands within the premium and luxury segments in the country.

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