{"id":3608,"date":"2026-01-09T09:00:04","date_gmt":"2026-01-09T01:00:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/itpbaz.kinsta.cloud\/fashion\/casio-vintage-collection\/"},"modified":"2026-11-10T22:24:11","modified_gmt":"2026-11-10T14:24:11","slug":"casio-vintage-collection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/preview.itp.luxury\/baz-my-2\/fashion\/casio-vintage-collection\/","title":{"rendered":"Give In to the Call of Nostalgia With the Casio Vintage Collection"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

When time travels: Casio Vintage\u2019s Bangkok moment<\/h2>\n\n

There\u2019s something deeply satisfying about a watch that knows exactly what it is. Last November, Casio gathered the fashion set at Bangkok\u2019s The Warehouse Talat Noi for \u201cBack In Time, Ahead In Style\u201d to celebrate all things Casio Vintage. Moreover, the three-day celebration proved one thing convincingly: nostalgia<\/a>, when done right, never goes out of style.<\/p>\n

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Force Jiratchapong Srisang<\/p>\n

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From left: Force; Goy Arachaporn Pokinpakorn; Jun\u00e9 Plearnpichaya Komalarajun; and Top Todsapol Maisuk.<\/p>\n

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From left: Eros Erfe; Yaya Zahir & Nicole Chen<\/p>\n

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Top Todsapol<\/p>\n

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Jun\u00e9 Plearnpichaya Komalarajun<\/p>\n

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Nicole Chen<\/p>\n

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Mr. Shingo Yamaga, Regional Managing Director CASIO Singapore<\/p>\n

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The Star of the Collection<\/h2>\n
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The A158WA-1 remains the collection\u2019s cornerstone. First introduced in 1989, its stainless-steel band and digital display have remained unchanged for good reason. This watch delivers what few can: affordability without compromise. At just RM143, the slim 8.2mm case slips beneath shirt cuffs effortlessly. Water-resistant and equipped with alarm and stopwatch functions, it\u2019s proof that functional beauty doesn\u2019t demand reinvention.<\/p>\n

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A158WA-1 watch, RM143.00, Casio<\/p>\n\n

Indeed, the A158WA-1 represents Casio\u2019s commitment to accessible quality. Its metal band and streamlined manufacturing process keep the price reasonable whilst maintaining the durability that made it a global favourite.<\/p>\n

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A158WA-1 watch, Casio<\/p>\n\n

The Conversation Piece<\/h2>\n
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Then there\u2019s the Casio Ring Watch (CRW-001G-9). At one-tenth the size of a standard watch, this gold-coloured marvel sits on your finger. It features a full digital display with calendar, dual time, and stopwatch capabilities. The ring watch arrived via metal injection moulding, a technique that allows intricate case shaping whilst maintaining water resistance.<\/p>\n

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Casio Ring Watch CRW-001G-9, RM739,00, Casio<\/p>\n\n

Certainly, it\u2019s playful. However, it\u2019s also precisely engineered. The miniature module uses high-density mounting technology. At a preset time, the watch emits a subtle pulsing glow. Casio calls it an emotional nod to time\u2019s fleeting nature. It comes in special packaging with a display stand and size-adjusting spacers.<\/p>\n

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Casio Ring Watch CRW-001G-9<\/p>\n\n

Pop Culture Meets Precision<\/h2>\n
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The Stranger Things<\/a> collaboration (AQ-800EST-1A) captures the Netflix series\u2019 dual-world aesthetic. The dial features twisting vines associated with Vecna. Hour markers use the show\u2019s distinctive font in raised metallic lettering. The case back bears the Stranger Things logo, whilst the clasp displays \u2018001\u2019, referencing Vecna\u2019s tattoo.<\/p>\n

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Stranger Things AQ-800EST-1A watch, RM649.00, Casio<\/p>\n\n

Similarly, the Back to the Future edition (CA-500WEBF-1A) reimagines Marty McFly\u2019s legendary CA-53. This calculator watch features a polished silver case with DeLorean-inspired detailing. The caseback showcases an engraved flux capacitor design. The dial references the film\u2019s time circuit displays. Each piece arrives in VHS cassette-inspired packaging, celebrating 40 years of the franchise.<\/p>\n

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Back to the Future CA-500WEBF-1A watch, RM609.00, Casio<\/p>\n\n

The Nostalgia Question<\/h2>\n
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From left: Yaya Zahir; Eros Erfe & Nicole Chen<\/p>\n\n

Why does vintage design resonate now? Perhaps because authenticity feels increasingly rare. These watches don\u2019t pretend to be smart devices. They tell time, keep dates, and occasionally calculate. That simplicity feels refreshing in 2026.<\/p>\n

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AQ-230EL-1A watch, RM249.00, and AQ-230EGL-9A watch, RM309.00, Casio<\/p>\n\n

Furthermore, Casio\u2019s vintage pieces connect generations. The parent who wore an A158WA in 1995 sees their child choose one today. Not because it\u2019s retro-trendy, but because it works. The design that seemed ahead of its time in the \u201980s now feels timeless.<\/p>\n

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Dancer\/choreographer Boxer<\/p>\n\n

The Bangkok event demonstrated this beautifully. Across three days, collectors and first-time buyers explored five decades of Casio innovation. The Time Lounge showcased new collaborations alongside archival pieces. Meanwhile, the Vintage Arcade brought retro market finds and live performances.<\/p>\n

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AQ-230A watches, RM199-217.00, Casio<\/p>\n\n

Worth the Wrist<\/h2>\n\n

Essentially, Casio Vintage succeeds because it understands something crucial: good design doesn\u2019t need constant revision. The A158WA\u2019s 36-year-old template remains relevant. Likewise, the Ring Watch pushes boundaries whilst honouring tradition. Similarly, the collaboration pieces celebrate cultural touchstones without gimmickry.<\/p>\n

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AQ-240EG-9AW watch, RM399.00, Casio<\/p>\n\n

Ultimately, these aren\u2019t collector\u2019s items locked behind glass. They\u2019re watches meant to be worn, scratched, and lived in. That\u2019s rather the point, isn\u2019t it?<\/p>\n\n

Find the right Casio Vintage watch for yourself here.<\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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