G-SHOCK Debuts Joshua Vides Edition Watches

Limited-edition collaboration brings artist's signature aesthetic to iconic timepiece silhouettes.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 10:30am

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Casio America has introduced a limited-edition collaboration with renowned graphic artist Joshua Vides, bringing his signature "Reality to Idea" concept to the world of G-SHOCK timepieces. The DW5600JV-7 and DW6900JV-1 models fuse Vides' artistic vision with G-SHOCK's legendary durability, resulting in statement-making watches where art and toughness collide.

Why it matters

As a highly sought-after collaborator, Vides' work is renowned for blurring the line between illustration and reality. This partnership with the iconic G-SHOCK brand further expands the artist's reach and underscores the creative alignment between two influential forces in art and contemporary culture.

The details

Drawing on the iconic 5600 and 6900 silhouettes, the collaboration transforms G-SHOCK's most beloved styles into wearable works of art. The monochromatic black-and-white palette reflects Vides' hard-edge graphic style, with multi-angle printing techniques evoking the look of a two-dimensional sketch brought to life. Subtle design cues like handwritten function labels and a custom-engraved case back bearing Vides' signature distinguish the collaboration.

  • The limited-edition series will first be available at the G-SHOCK x Joshua Vides Pop-Up event on March 14 and 15, 2026.
  • Beginning March 16, 2026, the models will also be offered in limited quantities at Joshuavides.com.
  • The watches will launch in the U.S. on March 23, 2026 at Gshock.com, the G-SHOCK Soho Store, and select retailers.

The players

Joshua Vides

A renowned graphic artist known for his signature "Reality to Idea" concept and collaborations with some of the world's most recognizable brands.

Casio America

The American subsidiary of Casio Computer Co., Ltd., known for its iconic G-SHOCK line of durable and innovative timepieces.

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What they’re saying

“I'm excited to finally share my collaboration with G-SHOCK with the world. Almost two years in the works, I'm proud to ultimately showcase the final product in my backyard, Los Angeles.”

— Joshua Vides (licenseglobal.com)

What’s next

The limited-edition G-SHOCK x Joshua Vides watches will be available for purchase starting March 23, 2026 through various retail channels.

The takeaway

This collaboration between the iconic G-SHOCK brand and renowned artist Joshua Vides showcases the power of merging high-quality craftsmanship with cutting-edge artistic vision, resulting in a collection of statement-making timepieces that blur the line between reality and illustration.