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Eleven chic clocks to keep you bang on time
With the clocks set to go back on 29 October, now’s the moment to invest in one of this season’s most fashionable timepieces
Whether you’re an early bird or late to bed, make sure you’re never behind schedule again by selecting the best alarm, wall and desk timepieces for your everyday routine. If it’s going to be hung on a wall, a clock is a quick way to introduce a strong colour or bold decorative pattern to a room, especially in a space that has an otherwise minimalist scheme. For clocks that are designed to be placed on a bedside table or mantelpiece, a sturdy base is a must-have and you’re going to want clear numbers and clean lines as the clock face is usually smaller. Consider where you’re most likely to turn to tell the time – for most of us, it’s easiest to read a display at eye level, but this may differ from room to room, depending on your seating arrangements.
‘Melt Wall Clock’, Ferm Living
The fluid, dreamlike structures and forms so closely associated with the surrealist art movement are the inspiration behind ‘Melt Wall Clock’ by Ferm Living. Available in a plethora of bold colours, this on-trend cobalt (it’s the colour of the season) is our pick of the bunch. £75, fermliving.co.uk
‘ShikiPaper Clock’, Taisei Shiki
For renters or those moving house regularly, this lightweight clock is a dream. Created using a three-dimensional paper technique called pulp moulding, it can be attached to a wall using just a regular pin so there’s no need to drill a hole in the wall. Plus, the fact that it is numberless means that it can be hung in either portrait or landscape. Approx £60, papiertigre.fr
‘Brennan’ clock, Ralph Lauren Home
Adding a touch of glamour to a bedside table can be done in one fell swoop thanks to Ralph Lauren Home’s ‘Brennan’. With a handmade leather stand and casing milled from solid brass and polished to a mirror finish, it’s the perfect luxurious nighttime companion. £955, ralphlauren.co.uk
‘Wall Clock’, Fleysen
There’s no excuse for being late with Fleysen’s ‘Wall Clock’. Made from perforated metal, its bright yellow hands stand out against the forest green clock face, making it quick and easy to tell the time at a glance. Approx £130, fleysen.com
‘Space Hotel Robot 10’ LCD clock, Newgate
If multiple settings are what you’re after, this clock delivers it in spades. Users can choose between a 12 or a 24-hour time display, a digital alarm and snooze function as well as a temperature display. For the spiritual, it even includes a ‘Moon Phase display’ so you can time your astronomy activities accordingly. £25.99, newgateworld.com
‘BC17 Classic Large Analogue Wall Clock’, Braun
Known for celebrating function over form, German electronics company Braun has released the ‘BC17G’ as a classic no-frills timepiece. The minimalist clock features large, easy-to-read numbers and a silent second hand that continuously rotates around the dial, meaning it’s your best friend when sleeping. £55, braun-clocks.com
‘Table Clock’, Hay
Combining British designer Jasper Morrison’s love of simplicity with Hay’s quintessentially Scandinavian aesthetic, this clock is a real treat. The dual-function timepiece is mounted on a detachable stand, which enables users to place the clock on a table or hang it on a wall. £79, heals.com
‘Sunburst Clock’, Vitra
No doubt the most recognisable clock on this list is designer George Nelson’s ‘Sunburst’ wall clock for Vitra. First released in the 1950s, this analogue design stands the test of time thanks to its sun-inspired shape and colourful spokes. £389, vitra.com
‘LED Look Flip’ clock, Karlsson
A classic yet contemporary take on the trusted digital wall clock, this timepiece by Karlsson does what it says on the tin. It’s designed to flip digits to show the time and will fit seamlessly into a living room or bedroom easily. £329, selfridges.com
‘Minos’ wall clock, Manon Novelli
Something as small yet decorative as a clock is a perfect opportunity to introduce a burst of colour into a room. While yellow is often shied away from, you can bring its sunny qualities and brightness into a central wall without tipping the balance of an overall space. Approx £170, raawii.eu
‘Pasha’, Clockwerk
Plywood and glass have been used to craft this limited-edition clock, which uses a quartz mechanism that makes the second hand sweep rather than tick around its face. Each of the 100 Pasha pieces has been made in Japan. £103, clockwerk.jp
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