Ombré Dial
Rolex Ombré Dial
Rolex calls its gradient “ombré” dials a communion of light and shade: rich colour glows at the centre, fading to near-black at the rim. The effect first appeared in the 1980s, returned in 2019 and reached a new peak in 2025 with the fiery red ombré Datejust 31. Show more
Why Rolex Ombré Dials Stand Out
- Hand-applied lacquer: Black lacquer is sprayed in concentric rings under a microscope, creating a flawless fade.
- Modern colour palette: Green, blue, brown, slate and the 2025 red ombré keep the look fresh.
- Diamond synergy: Many ombré references pair the gradient with diamond hour markers or bezels for extra depth.
Rolex Collections Featuring Ombré Dials
- Datejust 31 (2025)
- Red Ombré – Ref. 278288RBR-0041, calibre 2236, President bracelet.
- Day-Date 36
- Green Ombré – Ref. 128238-0069, yellow gold.
- Brown & Blue Ombré – Gem-set variants in white or yellow gold.
- Day-Date 40
- Slate Ombré – Ref. 228345RBR-0025, Everose gold with deconstructed Roman numerals.
- Green Ombré – Ref. 228238-0069, yellow gold.
