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The Ripples’ creator, Stéphane Lacroix, explains that he was inspired by Speake-Marin’s British roots when designing its case, which he’s dubbed “La City” in reference to the City of London, the British capital’s ancient financial district. The La City case pays homage to the architecture of the City of London, as does its rippled dial.

This case is finished to a high standard, with finely brushed surfaces complemented by thin polished bevels to the lugs, facets of the baseband, and bezel edge. A prominent crown guard flows out from the lugs to the crown, lipped slightly by the otherwise thin bezel.

The Metallic Green in particular is inspired by a specific London architectural landmark: the Sky Garden, a green oasis at the top of the famous ‘Walkie Talkie’ building in the heart of the City. The Sky Garden is a surreal place – a little pocket of peace among a bustling metropolis – and Speake-Marin says that’s exactly the sort of vibe the Ripples Metallic Green is designed to embody; the idea being that every time you look at it, you can escape into your own private oasis.