Swatch x Omega MoonSwatch Mission to EarthPhase Moonshine Gold: The August 2025 Full Moon Release

Swatch x Omega MoonSwatch Mission to EarthPhase Moonshine Gold: The August 2025 Full Moon Release

The MoonSwatch collection continues to expand in unexpected and collector-focused directions. On 9 August 2025, during the full moon, Swatch released the Mission to EarthPhase Moonshine Gold, a limited-edition watch combining luxury materials, storytelling, and playful design. It marks one of the most technically ambitious and emotionally resonant MoonSwatch drops to date.

This release follows the original EarthPhase model but introduces new visual upgrades, precious metal detailing, and a single-day boutique-only availability.

What is the MoonSwatch EarthPhase Moonshine Gold?

Omega watch face with detailed design and branding

The MoonSwatch EarthPhase Moonshine Gold is a collaboration between Swatch and Omega, part of the broader Bioceramic MoonSwatch Collection. It features two rare complications for this price point: a moon phase and an earth phase, combined with premium materials such as OMEGA Moonshine Gold, used to coat two full moons at the 2 o’clock subdial.

The case is made from navy Bioceramic, matched by a navy VELCRO strap and a white opaline dial. Super-LumiNova is applied to the markers and hands, offering legibility in low-light conditions. At 10 o’clock, the earth phase indicator features UV-reactive oceans and a hidden illustration of Snoopy and Woodstock standing on the moon.

Key Specifications

  • Case: Navy Bioceramic
  • Diameter: 42.00 mm
  • Thickness: 13.75 mm
  • Lug-to-lug: 47.30 mm
  • Dial: White opaline with moon and earth phase indicators
  • Movement: Quartz chronograph (seconds only)
  • Strap: Navy rubber with VELCRO closure and Bioceramic loop
  • Water Resistance: 3 bar
  • Limited Release: 9 August 2025 only, during the full moon

MoonPhase and EarthPhase Explained

The MoonSwatch EarthPhase Moonshine Gold carries two standout complications rarely found together in this segment:

Moon Phase

At the 2 o’clock position, the moon phase subdial displays two full moons. One is styled after the visual language of Snoopy comics. The second is textured with a net-like pattern referencing the Sturgeon Moon, which appears in August and inspired the timing of this release. Both moons are coated in Moonshine Gold, Omega’s proprietary yellow gold alloy.

Earth Phase

The earth phase at 10 o’clock shows Earth as it would appear from the Moon. The disc rotates in reverse, representing the opposite cycle of the moon phase. When Earth appears full from the Moon, we experience a new moon from Earth, and vice versa. A hidden scene featuring Snoopy and Woodstock appears under UV light, alongside the phrase "I beat everybody," visible only under UV exposure.

Strap Pairings for the EarthPhase Moonshine Gold

Omega watch with blue and white design on a gray background

MGBWATCHES offers a dedicated selection of 20mm straps designed to match the aesthetic and proportions of the EarthPhase Moonshine Gold. Popular pairings include:

  • Rubber Curved Strap in Navy with White Stitch – Highlights the white opaline dial and clean case lines
  • FKM CurvedRubber Strap – Engraved Navy – Featuring the quote "I beat everybody" inspired by the UV message
  • Sailcloth FKM Strap in Navy – Adds texture and a tool-watch feel
  • Premium Leather Options – For collectors who want a dressier look

All straps are precision-cut to fit MoonSwatch models and come with quick-release spring bars for easy changes.

Why MoonSwatch Collectors Are Paying Attention

This model checks all the boxes for a sought-after MoonSwatch:

  • Boutique-only availability
  • Single-day release tied to the lunar calendar
  • Unique dual complication: moon phase and earth phase
  • Integration of Moonshine Gold, Super-LumiNova, and UV-reactive storytelling
  • Ties to Omega's space history and Swatch’s creative freedom

Unlike previous Moonshine Gold editions which focused only on seconds hands, the EarthPhase Moonshine Gold builds an entirely new layer of narrative and utility.

Conclusion

Blue watch with detailed face on a black background

The Swatch x Omega MoonSwatch Mission to EarthPhase Moonshine Gold is a standout piece in the MoonSwatch lineup. With premium materials, space-inspired complications, and a tightly controlled release, it appeals to serious collectors and MoonSwatch fans alike.

This model is expected to become one of the most talked-about MoonSwatch releases of the year. For those lucky enough to secure one, it is a true celebration of lunar design, space heritage, and the playful spirit that defines this collection.

imagery courtesy of Hodinkee Japan

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