D1 Milano - Italy's fashion capital

D1 Milano

D1 Milano - Italy's fashion capital

Olivia Jones

Olivia’s main passion is fitness. She believes comfort and fashion can go hand in hand. According to her, even sports shoes can be stylish. A fashion watch complements her every outfit.

30 Sep 2022

Fashion straight from Milan, original style, a creative approach to design, attention to the smallest details and high quality are synonymous with the thriving D1 Milano brand. Enter the world of fascinating colours, textures that sharpen the senses and the best fashion trends. Discover the Italian watch brand D1 Milano!

 

The D1 Milano brand - Italy, Milan and premium watches

The Italian company, D1 Milano, was established in 2013 in the fashion capital of Milan. The brand manufactures unique, original and one-of-a-kind watches. Founded by Dario Spallone at the age of 19 (the company's current president and CEO) during the 2013 Milan Fashion Week, it became part of Bocconi University's business incubator. In a very short time, the Italian manufacturer has become one of the fastest-growing watch companies in the fashion industry. In addition, the company's founder, Dario Spallone, was named the most promising Italian fashion entrepreneur of 2015 by Forbes.

 

D1 Milano brand - Dario Spallone - founder

 

The inspiration for the creation of the D1 Milano brand was born thanks to its founder, Dario Spallone. During his studies at the Bocconi University, he desired to establish a unique watch brand for any taste and budget. The brand was supposed to offer affordable products with a cool design made of the best quality materials. Dario Spallone fulfilled his dream with the help of his sister and closest friends. Over time, in order to meet the ever-growing demand, from a small manufacturer producing a few hundred watches a year, the D1 Milano brand evolved into a large, well-established company with headquarters in Milan, Dubai and Hong Kong. Thanks to advertising campaigns and social media activities, the Italian manufacturer now reaches more than 3 million people per month, selling more than 60,000 watches per year in more than 650 points of sale in 31 countries around the world.

 

D1 Milano brand history

 

The passion, hard work and vast experience of Dario Spallone has resulted in the creation of the brand that has become a global phenomenon. As a result, D1 Milano was listed by Forbes as one of the 10 best startups in Italian fashion in the year 2016. Also, the company has already appeared in several fashion magazines including: Vogue, Elle, GQ, L'Officiel, Forbes and Vanity Fair.

 

D1 Milano watches - get inspired by Italian fashion from the 1970s.

D1 Milano is an Italian brand that has managed to find its niche in the premium fashion accessories and luxury watch market. D1 Milano doesn't not only offer functional devices. The brand is all about a lifestyle, a strong character and a social status. The design of all the brand's collections is inspired by the iconic 1970s, the retro futuristic style of that decade and vintage watches. The style of Milanese watches is based on clear and simple lines, the use of different materials, textures and colours, as well as refined details and distinctive yet subtle cases, straps and dials.

 

D1 Milano watches - Italian fashion of the 1970s.

 

Thanks to great creativity and the use of high-quality materials, the desired goal of producing distinctive beautiful premium watches with a timeless character has been achieved. What all the D1 Milano collections have in common is, first and foremost, unique style and demonstration of the latest trends that allow every wearer, regardless of age and gender, to feel comfortable, express their personality and boost their self-confidence.

Here are three fascinating D1 Milano collections that will guide you through the world of Italian chic, sophistication and the best fashion catwalks.

 

The thinnest of the thinnest watches available only in the D1 Milano Ultra Thin collection

Ultra Thin is one of the most important collections released by the D1 Milano brand. The Italian manufacturer has ushered in a new era of modern classics for him and her with bold, timeless and consistent designs. Each Ultra Thin watch is known for its ultra-thin case, which is only 6mm thick. This provides each user with a perfect fit on the wrist. The brand pays close attention to the details. That's why each collection released by the manufacturer strikes the right balance between luxury and strong distinctive elements. The attention is drawn to the arrangement of the dials, undulating shapes, embossing 3D stripes, as well as the use of exclusive materials such as high-quality 316L Low Carbon Grade stainless steel, genuine Italian leather or hard and clear sapphire crystal.

 

D1 Milano Ultra Thin Geo UTBJ09 and Petite Geo UTBL12 watches

 

One of the thinnest D1 Milano collections offers both men's and women's watches in rich colours. An example of a monochrome icon that will deliver gentlemen an unusual and unforgettable experience is the Ultra Thin Geo UTBJ09 watch designed in an intriguing jazzish style. It impresses with a phenomenal combination of a brushed, polished steel case with a blue circular brushed dial  this combo gives the whole design an incredible shine. Ladies, however, will be delighted with the delicate Ultra Thin Petite Geo UTBL12 watch with a 34-millimetre case. This simple yet chic elegant fashion accessory will enrich and enhance many formal and less formal outfits. The design of this feminine model combines the features of two bestsellers. The distinctive blue sun-brushed dial, combined with stainless steel elements in rose gold, will catch the eye with a unique decorative accent that will highlight your class and make your wrist look slimmer.

 

The Carbonlite collection - discover the secret of the special material from D1 Milano

The time has come to discover the secrets of a bold and surprising new arrival launched by the D1 Milano brand the Carbonlite collection, which has conquered the watchmaking market with its innovative materials and shapes. The Carbonlite collection, which includes the Carbonlite Green CLRJ05 and Carbonlite Blue CLRJ04 models, offers groundbreaking products for men and women with a round case made from high-quality carbon-nylon composite and a glossy bezel insert created from lightweight and durable polycarbonate. When we add to this a beautiful sun-brushed dial with a green or blue gradient and a flexible silicone strap that fits well on the wrist, you'll see excellent quality and unique Italian style. The manufacturer has made sure that the collection stands out for the balance between the materials used, the colourful contrasts and one of the best and meticulously thought out technical solutions.

 

D1 Milano Carbonlite Green CLRJ05 and Blue CLRJ04 watches

 

The Carbon Nylon composite was specially engineered by the D1 Milano brand. The carbon fibre-reinforced nylon used by the brand is the EPA-CF filament, which is primarily known for its high resistance to abrasion and heat, as well as its excellent chemical and mechanical resistance. Due to its properties, it is most often used by the automotive, electrical and electronics industries. D1 Milano has revolutionised the market by using this highly resistant material in its Carbonlite collection. Its cases are extremely lightweight and have the tensile strength of 140 MPa (comparable to that of metal), distortion of up to 155°C and the impact strength of 18.67 KJ/M2.

 

Military strength and metropolitan chic with the D1 Milano Commando collection

The D1 Milano brand offers several unique and one-of-a-kind collections such as the Commando collection. The design of these particular watches was inspired by the 1967 American war film directed by Robert Aldrich, The Dirty Dozen. Fascinated by the military forces and watches from the World War II period, D1 Milano developed highly functional models. From being tactical devices used by the military on the battlefields, they have become a coveted fashion trend reigning supreme on the metropolitan streets.

 

D1 Milano Commando Force MTNJ01 and Tank MTNJ03 watches

 

Thanks to the steel case and the sandwich dial of two layers, D1 Milano Commando watches are characterised by their astonishing robustness. The first layer features applied hands and has a grain structure. The second one features a small seconds sub-dial, a screw-down steel caseback with a dog-tag engraving, as well as indices and hands coated with a vintage "old radium" Super-LumiNova®. Each watch, such as Commando Force MTNJ01 and Commando Tank MTNJ03, differs in certain elements, such as the material of the strap (NATO or genuine Italian cow leather), as well as its colour (e.g.: black, military green or camouflage). The distinctive design of Commando military watches is due to the use of practical solutions, meticulously thought-out vintage-style details, as well the combination of traditional and contemporary designs.

 

D1 Milano - Italian watches available for purchase

D1 Milano watches offer recognisable style, class and the best workmanship available at an attractive price. The brand's unconventional premium collections will introduce you to the world of fashion. Choose a unique timepiece that will accentuate your style, express your personality and guarantee precise timekeeping for many years to come. Visit our website and discover the latest range of Italian watches offered by the D1 Milano brand!


Olivia Jones

Olivia’s main passion is fitness. She believes comfort and fashion can go hand in hand. According to her, even sports shoes can be stylish. A fashion watch complements her every outfit.