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The Trilobe Une Folle Journée Returns with Rhodium-Clad Clarity
04 Apr 2025 · 6 min read

In the pursuit of time, Trilobe challenges convention—elevating the art of watchmaking through its bold vision and architectural complexity. With the introduction of the Une Folle Journée editions in rhodium-plated finishes, the Maison invites a renewed appreciation for structure, substance, and poetic defiance.


At its heart, Une Folle Journée is a narrative of rebellion—one that abandons the notion of central hands and fixed dials. The watch takes its name from Beaumarchais’ celebrated play, where chaos and charm intertwine in a single, unforgettable day. Similarly, Trilobe’s creation offers an experience that is at once arresting and serene, capturing the drama of passing hours through a mechanical ballet of three rotating rings.

Architecture in Motion
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There are 3 variants of the Une Folle Journée in green, black, and blue

At 40.5 mm, the grade 5 titanium case is a study in contrasts—light yet resilient, complex yet pared back. Its openwork architecture is sculptural without overwhelming the wrist, serving as a framing device for the movement's aerial structure.


Satin-finished and polished surfaces alternate seamlessly, accentuating the case’s flowing contours. A domed sapphire glass rises dramatically, allowing the dial’s dynamic architecture to breathe and expand in three dimensions. This isn’t just a case; it’s a stage.

A Depth-defying Dial
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Sculpted rhythm meets serene contrast—Trilobe’s rings rotate in a quiet choreography of form and function
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Trilobe’s signature rings rise beneath a dramatic sapphire dome, revealing time through sculptural tension and space

Floating above the movement, three concentric rings—each responsible for hours, minutes, and seconds—rotate at their own pace. This hypnotic choreography is not merely visual; it serves as the functional core of the watch’s unique philosophy.


Rhodium plating lends the rings a subtle sheen, bridging past and present with a mineral softness. Against the skeletonised backdrop, each ring hovers with purpose, giving form to an abstract concept. The result: time in perpetual motion, without compromise or clutter.

The Engine Within
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Trilobe’s X-Centric³ calibre powers a seamless rotation of rings, reimagining time through constant motion

Trilobe’s proprietary X-Centric³ calibre continues to anchor the Une Folle Journée experience. Entirely developed and assembled in Switzerland, the movement is automatic, robust, and visible from both front and back. Its micro-rotor construction allows for vertical symmetry and spatial efficiency, while Côtes de Genève finishing and microblasted bridges speak to the Maison’s attention to detail. With a 48-hour power reserve, it is both practical and poetic—a rare balance in contemporary horology.

Tailored Expression
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Pair the Trilobe Une Folle Journée with a matching leather strap of the same shade

Whether paired with a matte black or midnight blue alligator strap, the watch retains its expressive character. Each strap is hand-crafted and secured with a titanium pin buckle, ensuring both comfort and precision in fit. Designed to mirror the watch’s architectural clarity, the strap sits seamlessly beneath the curved sapphire, maintaining the sculptural profile without interruption.

Final Thoughts


These new rhodium-toned editions of Une Folle Journée aren’t designed to blend in. They are instruments for those who observe the world differently—for the collector who sees narrative, not numbers; movement, not machinery. This is not a reinterpretation—it is a continuation. A new rhythm for an ongoing symphony.

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