At the center of the collaboration is the AURA watch, transformed through the use of a custom strap made from hand-painted canvas cuttings. Each strap is a singular work of art, cut directly from a larger painted textile — no two are the same. This means that every watch in the collection is completely unique, turning each piece into an individual expression of creativity. These upcycled materials originate from ULKIN’s archive of expressive artworks, giving new life to the canvas and embodying a responsible, mindful design philosophy. The dial complements this concept with a soft watercolor effect, evoking the delicate motion of brushstrokes and reinforcing the unique, painterly soul of the piece.

The packaging reinforces the attention to detail that defines the drop. Each timepiece is housed in a custom-designed box developed specifically for the collaboration. Inside, customers will also find an exclusive grey keychain — a complementary accessory that adds depth to the experience and ties back to the collection’s artistic DNA. Together, these elements deliver a complete visual and tactile statement.

More than a product, this release introduces a new approach to creative reuse — one where discarded material becomes a refined fashion object. It reflects a growing demand for pieces that resonate not only through aesthetics but also through purpose and story. By bridging the worlds of watchmaking, contemporary art, and forward-thinking fashion, the D1 Milano x ULKIN AURA stands as a symbol of what design can achieve when it is both responsible and expressive.

A NEW DIMENSION
OF SUSTAINLABLE 
CREATIVITY 

BASED ON UPCLYCLING
ART, DECONSTRUCTION
AND HYBRID

DESIGN ACCESSORY