Steven Harrington x Laarvee – Limited Edition Art-Watches
A fun and laid-back journey designing the sound effects and theme music for the Steven Harrington x Laarvee collaboration, bringing Mello’s quirky personality to life. This limited-edition art-watch series blends bold visuals with an equally vibrant sound world—psychedelic, chill, playful, and full of character.
From pauses to bursts of humor, lightness to layered textures, the music follows the twists of the story while reflecting the brands’ creative approach to life. Niu’s sound production adds a unique voice to the project, enhancing both the listening experience and the visual vibe—making each watch feel not just like a product, but a little world of its own.
Steve Harrington:
https://www.instagram.com/s_harrington/
https://stevenharrington.com/works/details/mello-sculpture/
Laarvee:
Special thanks to WD Studio (Wildog). Peace ✌️
Designed by Niu Dou for the Laarvee x Steven Harrington limited-edition watch collaboration, this 1-minute animation brings four watches to life with playful, retro-inspired sounds—sometimes mimicking dial movements and “tik tik” noises using instruments like the harpsichord and wobbly synth. Featuring the character Mello, it blends art, fashion, and music into a vibrant, chill, yet psychedelic vibe.
Stop to Smell the Flowers
This timepiece is inspired by Steven Harrington's "Stop to Smell the Flowers" series, with Mello depicted in full frontal view against a vibrant floral backdrop. The timepiece reminds wearers to pause and appreciate the beauty around them.
Laarvee is dedicated to bringing peace and beauty to every wearer, much like the philosophy this timepiece embodies—living in the present.
Anxious Days
Inspired by Steven Harrington's "Anxious Days" series, this timepiece features vibrant, cartoon-style illustrations that express the artist's exploration of personal anxiety.
Laarvee incorporates this theme into the design, reminding wearers to maintain lightness and humor in the fast-paced rhythm of life, letting go of anxiety and embracing each moment. Every moment is filled with personality and creativity, reflecting Laarvee's approach to life.
Getting Away
Inspired by Steven Harrington's "Getting Away" series, this timepiece features vibrant scenes and dynamic characters, symbolizing limitless creativity and the spirit of exploration.
Laarvee encourages wearers to break free from conventions, embarking on an adventure driven by curiosity for the unknown. Every second on this timepiece represents infinite creative possibilities, urging wearers to pursue freedom and exploration.
Night & Day
This timepiece draws inspiration from Steven Harrington's "Night & Day" series, depicting the beauty of night with a blend of blue and green hues. The watch captures the artist's view of the nighttime world, using vibrant colors to evoke a sense of peaceful solitude and mystery.
Laarvee aims to convey the tranquility and depth of night through this timepiece, allowing every wearer to experience inner peace.
Los Angeles-based creator Steve Harrington and his artwork.
Stop to Smell the Flowers
Anxious Days
Getting Away
Night & Day
All images and artwork © Steven Harrington and Laarvee. Used with credit for project reference only.