Zenith DEFY Midnight Sunset and DEFY Midnight Borealis

Zenith’s first DEFY collection tailored exclusively for women, the DEFY Midnight was launched in 2020 to the delight of those who seek contemporary and confident femininity in watchmaking. Uniquely positioned as a versatile sporty-chic timepiece with a distinctly cosmic design, the DEFY Midnight was conceived with free-spirited, dream-chasing women in mind. As highlighted in the ZENITH DREAMHERS platform, where outspoken and accomplished women share their experiences and encourage others to go out there and fulfil their ambitions, the DEFY Midnight is a versatile companion for the independent women of today. Now, the collection welcomes two new additions inspired by a central element in Zenith lore – the starry night sky – and some of its ephemeral yet endlessly captivating phenomenon: the DEFY Midnight Sunset and DEFY Midnight Borealis.

Housed in a 36mm stainless steel case embellished with brilliant cut white diamonds on the bezel, these two vibrant versions reinterpret traditional craftsmanship in new and unprecedented form. Endowed with guilloché engraved dials with a radiant wave pattern, like rays of light emanating from the sole applied star near the top of the dial, the dials offer a fresh take on the ancestral artform in an unexpected and visually striking manner.

Zenith Defy Midnight Sunset Ref. 16.9200.670/33.MI001

In the DEFY Midnight Sunset, the dial seamlessly transitions from warm red to a deep yellow tone in a perfect gradient of colours that recalls the brief but breathtaking sky as the sun casts its last rays of light before giving way to night.

As its name implies, The DEFY Midnight Borealis evokes the aurora borealis or northern lights phenomenon witnessed around the arctic circle, featuring a midnight blue dial that gradually shifts to a bright emerald green towards to bottom. In both models, white diamonds are applied on every hour marker, except at 3 o’clock where the date window is placed. Visible through the sapphire case back, the DEFY Midnight is equipped with the automatic Elite 670 automatic manufacture calibre, providing a power reserve of 50 hours. A star-shaped oscillating mass adds a celestial touch to the movement.

Zenith Defy Midnight Borealis Ref. 16.9200.670/34.MI001

One of the features that makes the DEFY Midnight so versatile and easily adaptable to any situation and outfit is its quick strap-change mechanism, allowing the integrated stainless steel bracelet to be easily swapped with any of the three supplied leather, textile and rubber straps without requiring any tools. The DEFY Midnight is delivered in a special box that doubles as a storage case for precious items and includes three additional coloured straps and an interchangeable folding buckle.

And now, in partnership with Nona Source, a start-up incubated by LVMH, Zenith is introducing a new line of sustainably made straps with a high-fashion edge, using deadstock fabrics from the group’s most prestigious Fashion & Leather Goods Maisons that are upcycled and transformed into lavish straps in a wide array of textiles and colours.

Available at all Zenith boutiques and authorized retailers around the world, the DEFY Midnight Sunset & Borealis are compelling additions to the ultra-modern and confidently feminine collection of watches for women seeking something visually outstanding yet easily wearable.

Zenith Defy Midnight Sunset Ref. 16.9200.670/33.MI001

Technical specifications

Zenith Defy Midnight Sunset

Reference: 16.9200.670/33.MI001

Case

Material: Stainless steel with diamond-set bezel
Gemsetting: Carats 1.48 cts, Bezel 44 VS brilliant-cut diamonds, Dial 11 VS brilliant-cut diamonds
Diameter: 36 mm
Water-resistant to 100 meters (10 ATM)

Dial and hands

Red to yellow gradient & guilloché
Hour-markers: Diamond hour-markers
Hands: Rhodium-plated and faceted, coated with Super-Luminova SLN C1

Movement

Elite 670 SK
Automatic movement
Frequency: 28,800 vph (4Hz)
Power reserve of 50 hours

Functions/Indications

Hours and minutes in the centre.
Central seconds hand.
Date indication at 3 o’clock

Strap and buckle

Stainless steel bracelet with interchangeable strap system.
Strap box included : 3 different colors straps + an interchangeable folding buckle

MSRP: CHF 11'400

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