One of the year’s most anticipated luxury streetwear accessories has officially arrived.
G-SHOCK has once again teamed up with Colombian global superstar J Balvin for their second limited edition collaboration, debuting the CRW001JB-9 Gold Ring Watch — a reinvention of the iconic CASIO digital watch transformed into a wearable ring.
Blurring the boundaries between horology, fashion, jewelry, and music culture, the release is in line with collectible accessories continuing to dominate both luxury and streetwear markets. Building on the momentum of last year’s successful “Ma G” collaboration, the CRW001JB-9 breaks new ground by delving into experimental design territory.
The limited edition release will be available for pre-order beginning May 28th, then officially launching June 4th through Casio’s official website, the flagship G-SHOCK SoHo Store, and select retailers.
A Bold Reinvention of the Classic Digital Watch
The new CRW001JB-9 Ring Watch takes the instantly recognizable CASIO digital watch aesthetic and shrinks it into a miniature statement accessory designed to sit directly on the finger. While playful in scale, the design maintains the functionality and visual DNA that made G-SHOCK and CASIO global icons.
Features include an eye-catching gold brick pattern across the watch face and a distinctly luxurious feel that centers J Balvin’s signature visual identity. The bold gold finish taps into fashion’s current obsession with statement jewelry and archival-inspired tech accessories.
Luxury Streetwear Meets Music Culture
Subtle rhinestone accents positioned above and below the display add a polished shimmer reminiscent of stage lighting. The watch’s case back also includes J Balvin’s signature flower motif engraved into the metal, giving the collaboration a personalized artistic touch that will instantly connect with collectors. The packaging features the same gold brick-inspired design language carried throughout the watch.
The collaboration further highlights the increasing convergence of music, luxury fashion, and collectible design objects, where accessories function not only as wearable technology but also as cultural artifacts tied to artist identity and fan culture.
Why the CRW001JB-9 Matters in Fashion Right Now
As luxury consumers increasingly seek pieces that feel exclusive, expressive, and culturally connected, collaborations like the CRW001JB-9 continue redefining what modern accessories can look like. Traditional watches are no longer confined to classic wristwear alone — they are becoming fashion statements, conversation pieces, and collector-driven design experiments.
For G-SHOCK, the release also reinforces the brand’s evolving position within luxury streetwear culture. Once viewed primarily as a rugged utility watch brand, G-SHOCK has successfully expanded into fashion-forward collaborations embraced by musicians, creatives, and style-conscious consumers worldwide.
A Standout Collection Has Entered the Conversation
With its fusion of nostalgia, innovation, and celebrity-driven design, the CRW001JB-9 Gold Ring Watch may become one of the standout collectible accessories of the year.
The future of luxury accessories lies in pieces that merge storytelling, cultural influence, and unexpected design — and G-SHOCK’s latest collaboration with J Balvin delivers exactly that.
