Ice-Watch Ice-Sili Blue (Small/Unisex) Ref. SI.BE.S.S.09
Fashion Watch / Diver-style · Ice-Watch (Founded in Belgium). Brand tier: Affordable Fashion/Lifestyle. Known for global market penetration in the early 2010s.
Period: Late 2000s Pop Culture (Modern). It is characterized by the 'Big Plastic' trend where iconic luxury dive silhouettes were reimagined in vibrant, affordable materials.
Type
Fashion Watch / Diver-style
Brand
Ice-Watch (Founded in Belgium). Brand tier: Affordable Fashion/Lifestyle. Known for global market penetration in the early 2010s.
Movement
Miyota Quartz (Battery Powered). Typically a 3-hand movement with date function, high reliability, and low maintenance.
Dimensions
Case Diameter: 38mm (Small/Unisex size); Thickness: 13mm; Lug-to-Lug: 43mm; Lug Width: 18mm.
Description
The Ice-Watch Sili is a playful, vibrant take on the classic dive watch aesthetic. Utilizing a lightweight plastic case paired with a soft-touch silicone strap, it prioritizes comfort and color over traditional horological materials. It served as a major fashion accessory during the 'neon' trend of the late 2000s.
Key Features
Electric blue monochromatic color scheme, Mercedes hands, orange seconds hand contrast, and the signature 'Becubic' packaging (usually included).
Dial Description
Sunray blue dial with printed Arabic numerals at 6, 9, and 12, dot indices elsewhere. Features Mercedes-style hands and a high-contrast orange seconds hand. Date window at 3 o'clock.
Case Material
Blue Polyamide (Hard Plastic) with a polished finish.
Crystal Type
Mineral Glass with an integrated 'Cyclops' date magnifier lens.
Bezel Details
Unidirectional rotating bezel in blue plastic with a metallic-tone 60-minute dive scale and a luminous pip at 12.
Crown & Pushers
Stainless steel push-pull crown with 'Ice' branding, protected by integrated crown guards.
Bracelet or Strap
Integrated blue silicone strap with a textured link-pattern design, matching the case color, featuring a stainless steel tang buckle.
Caseback Details
Screw-down stainless steel caseback featuring the Ice-Watch logo, water resistance rating, and model identification.
Movement Type
Miyota Quartz (Battery Powered). Typically a 3-hand movement with date function, high reliability, and low maintenance.
Water Resistance
5 ATM (50 Meters). Suitable for light swimming or showering, but not recommended for actual diving or high-impact water sports.
Origin & Provenance
Belgian Design; Japanese Movement (Miyota); Chinese Assembly.
Age Estimate
Circa 2009–2014, the peak production era for the Sili-collection.
Cultural Significance
Represents the democratization of 'Watch Style' where the silhouette of a Rolex Submariner was repurposed as a colorful, accessible fashion statement for younger generations.
Condition Notes
Fair to Good. Visible scratches on the plastic bezel and crystal. The lumescent pip at 12 o'clock appears yellowed or worn. Silicone strap shows typical light surface wear.
Value Estimate
$20 - $45 USD on the secondary market. Original MSRP was approximately $100-$120 USD.
Care & Maintenance
Standard battery changes every 2 years. Clean the silicone strap with mild soap and water to prevent discoloration from sweat or dirt. Avoid heavy solvents which can degrade the plastic case.
Similar Watches
Swatch Scuba Liberte, ToyWatch Plasteramic, Nixon Time Teller P.
Interesting Facts
Ice-Watch became a global phenomenon after being featured in music videos by artists like Katy Perry, David Guetta, and The Black Eyed Peas, selling millions of units worldwide within just a few years.