The Dial Story - Hand-painted timepieces that carry a story.

Timex - One Piece

Luxury hand-painted watch paired with a personalized NFC story card
— The Dial Story is a timeless experience.

iconLimited Drop Live now
iconOnly 12 EXCLUSIVE slots open each month!
iconLimited Drop Live now
iconOnly 12 EXCLUSIVE slots open each month!
iconLimited Drop Live now
iconOnly 12 EXCLUSIVE slots open each month!
iconLimited Drop Live now
iconOnly 12 EXCLUSIVE slots open each month!
iconLimited Drop Live now
iconOnly 12 EXCLUSIVE slots open each month!
iconLimited Drop Live now
iconOnly 12 EXCLUSIVE slots open each month!
iconLimited Drop Live now
iconOnly 12 EXCLUSIVE slots open each month!
iconLimited Drop Live now
iconOnly 12 EXCLUSIVE slots open each month!

Our Most-Loved Custom Dials

Explore a curated selection of hand-painted watch dials crafted for collectors, gift-givers, and storytellers alike. Each piece is one-of-one — made to capture emotion, identity, or memory.

Bet on yourself

Bet on yourself

Every TDS dial is delivered with a personalized NFC card and luxury box — ready to wear or gift.

BROWSE ALL DESIGNS

Your Story, Painted on a Dial

Designing a custom watch dial should feel as effortless as telling your favorite story. Here's how we bring your vision to life — from concept to wrist.

Design Your Dial

Design Your Dial

Choose your base — whether it's a loved one's portrait, your initials, or a symbol that means something personal. Our artists will hand-paint your chosen design with museum-level precision.

Add Your Message

Add Your Message

We include a sleek NFC card with every order. You can embed a personal video, voice note, or webpage. Just a tap, and your dial becomes a truly interactive gift.

Delivered in a Gift Box

Delivered in a Gift Box

Each finished dial is carefully packaged in our signature luxury box — making it ready for gifting, unboxing, and remembering. Whether it's a celebration or a keepsake, it arrives ready to leave an impression.

More Than a Dial it's a Moment,
a Message, and a Masterpiece

Every TDS dial is crafted with purpose. It's not just a custom design — it's a personal story told through art, technology, and experience.

Artistry at Its Core

Artistry at Its Core

Each dial is hand-painted by a TDS artist — capturing portraits, symbols, or initials with stunning detail. No shortcuts. No templates. Just true craftsmanship.

Whether you’re designing for yourself or gifting to someone special, The Dial Story creates a wearable moment that lingers — in memory and meaning.

Dial Designs That Tell a Story

Every dial we create is a conversation starter — a blend of emotion, art, and craftsmanship. Take a look at some of the stories our clients have chosen to wear or gift.

Custom watch dial Astronaut Concept
Rolex custom watch dial with Porsche design
Citizen custom watch dial ronaldo edition
Tom and Jerry custom watch dial with lab grown diamond

What Our Customers Say

A custom dial from The Dial Story is more than a timepiece — it's a memory, a tribute, a surprise, a story. Here's what our clients felt when art met meaning.

He cried the moment the video played.

I gifted my husband a dial with his late mother's portrait and an NFC message with her old voice recording. When he scanned it… he broke down. Thank you, TDS.

- Ria D, London

Custom Portrait Dial

The packaging alone was stunning

Before even opening the box, I knew it was something special. The dial? Incredible. The embedded message? Pure emotion.

- Adam K, New York

Symbolic Dial with NFC message

A perfect anniversary gift.

I designed a dial with our initials and added a link to our wedding video. She tapped the card and just smiled for minutes. We'll keep it forever.

- Meera & Jai, Singapore

Monogram Dial

Luxury watch background mobile

Design a Dial That Speaks Without Words

Whether it's a birthday, anniversary, tribute, or personal milestone — turn your sentiment into a wearable story. Your dial. Your message. Our craft.

Be the First to See New Designs
and the Stories Behind Them

Join The Dial Story Collector's Circle to receive early access to limited-edition dials, behind-the-scenes looks at our artists' process, and exclusive collector content. Plus, enjoy 10% off your first custom dial.

Get Faster Response! 🚀