Hublot’s latest summer celebration captures the essence of Greek island euphoria with the Big Bang Unico Summer 2025, a vibrant tribute to Mykonos that transforms the iconic 42mm silhouette into a wearable sunset.
Following the UK’s warmest spring on record, this timing couldn’t be more perfect for a watch that embodies pure Mediterranean energy through its striking orange ceramic case paired with a sky-blue ceramic bezel.
Mediterranean Madness
The color story here tells of golden hour magic – that perfect moment when day transitions to night on the Aegean shores. The orange ceramic represents the warm sunset glow, while the sky-blue bezel captures the endless Mediterranean sky.
It’s designed for those moments when beach clubs come alive, DJs take control, and the party atmosphere reaches fever pitch. Whether you’re actually island-hopping or just dreaming of it from your desk, this watch delivers serious vacation vibes.
Behind the flashy aesthetics lies impressive technical achievement. Colored ceramic production remains one of watchmaking’s most challenging processes, requiring precise temperature control and often resulting in high failure rates.
Predicting how pigments will react during the firing process is nearly impossible, leading to extensive trial and error. The smooth, consistent tones achieved here – particularly with the slightly desaturated palette that makes any imperfections readily apparent – showcase Hublot’s ceramic expertise at its finest.
The openworked dial continues the Big Bang’s signature aesthetic DNA while embracing the summer theme. Orange and sky-blue accents dance across a dark blue base, creating visual depth and contrast that enhances legibility. The bicompax chronograph layout features the brand’s distinctive “big eye” design with small seconds at 9 o’clock and a 60-minute counter at 3 o’clock that cleverly overlaps the date window.
Flyback Functionality
Powering this Mediterranean masterpiece is Hublot’s manufacture HUB1280 Unico movement, featuring column-wheel flyback chronograph functionality. This sophisticated complication allows users to stop, reset, and restart timing with a single pusher press – originally developed for aviation but perfectly suited for timing DJ sets or beach volleyball matches. The movement’s 72-hour power reserve ensures it keeps running through long weekend adventures.
The blue-plated main plate and bridges visible through the openworked dial add another layer of visual interest, while the Swiss silicon lever escapement and 354 components demonstrate serious horological substance beneath the party-ready exterior. At 28,800 vph with 43 jewels, this isn’t just a pretty face – it’s a legitimate high-end chronograph movement.
Completing the package are multiple rubber strap options in sky-blue with white lining, plus additional dark-blue and orange variations. The titanium deployant buckle provides secure wearing comfort whether you’re dancing until dawn or lounging poolside. Water resistance to 100 meters ensures it can handle poolside splashes and beach adventures.
At £26,900 for just 100 pieces, the Big Bang Unico Summer 2025 certainly commands serious money. But for Hublot’s target demographic – those attending exclusive Mykonos parties where Usain Bolt serves as DJ (an actual Hublot-sponsored event) – price becomes secondary to exclusivity and statement-making potential.
This isn’t subtle luxury; it’s bold, unapologetic, and designed for those who want their timepiece to match their lifestyle’s energy level. For collectors seeking something that captures summer’s carefree spirit in permanent, wearable form, few options deliver this combination of technical sophistication and pure visual impact.
