The Paulin Zapata Modul is where modern watchmaking meets avant-garde artistry. Designed in collaboration with Chicago-based artist Crystal Zapata, this limited-edition timepiece fuses traditional timekeeping with an expressive, celestial-inspired design. Available in two distinct colorways, Day and Night, the watch captures the contrast of shifting skies, blending contemporary aesthetics with functional craftsmanship.
At 35mm, the Zapata Modul is a refined, unisex piece housed in Paulin’s signature Modul case. The dial is where things get truly interesting—a Swiss-made sunburst background features a blurred numeral effect, a nod to the fluidity of time. Layered with a glossy lacquer finish and punctuated by a star-studded minute track, the design feels both ethereal and futuristic. Each caseback is engraved with a constellation motif, reinforcing the cosmic theme.
Beneath the artistry, the watch runs on an ETA F06 quartz movement, delivering reliability and precision with an impressive seven-year battery life. The black steel inner case contrasts against the brushed steel outer case, secured by two visible side screws for a touch of industrial appeal.
Zapata’s design philosophy—rooted in craft, culture, and the natural world—shines through in every detail. Having worked with brands like Nike, Apple, and Levi’s, she brings her experimental graphic style to an unexpected canvas, turning a functional object into wearable art.
Launching today, the Paulin Zapata Modul Day and Night will be available online at paulinwatches.com for $580. For those looking to break from convention, this watch tells more than time—it tells a story.
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