How To Pick The Right Watch For You
These days when you ask someone below the age of 25 the time, chances are they will look to their mobile as opposed to their watch (assuming they’re even wearing one!) Yet, the wrist watch has been one of the most subtle and effective fashion accessories for the better part of the last two centuries. Especially for guys who are limited in the wearable options they have available to them to complement their wardrobes. Make the right choice and a watch can be one of the most understated ways of announcing that you take pride in your appearance and that you value those that you are interacting with. As a bonus it can add the finishing touch to take an outfit from good to great and if chosen carefully, offers versatility like no other fashion accessory on the market.
The Right Watch For You
The key is selecting the watch that is right for you, so here’s a few tips for beginners:
Subtlety is stylish – We all know that bling is often king when it comes to accessorising, however, the key to a good watch is subtlety. Unlike other accessories, you will be wearing your watch with a lot of different outfits and therefore it is important that you pick a versatile piece.
For the guys; stainless steel is your best friend. It is ridiculously in fashion at the moment, goes with everything and can be dressed up or down to suit any occasion. Oversized dials are also very en vogue at the moment, however, make sure you choose a dial size that is reflective of the size of your wrist, or the whole effect you are going for will be ruined by the sight of your arm dragging along the ground. The decision between a leather of stainless steel strap is completely at your discretion, however, be mindful that watches with leather straps are generally perceived as being more casual. However, this can be overcome by ensuring you choose a suitably stylish dial. One thing that is not negotiable though, is two-tone bands and/or dials. That means gold and silver together. Under no circumstance are you to ever wear anything two-tone until at least the age of fifty!
For the girls; something covered with bright pink and blue zirconias may look hot in the clubs (unlikely), however, will have no place at a more elegant gathering such as a cocktail function. That’s not to say don’t choose something that has some color to it, but if you can’t read the time without squinting or wearing sunglasses, that should be a pretty clear indicator that you’ve gone too far. Secondly, size is not everything. A watch for all occasions should be to some degree delicate and pretty, not some big chunky thing that hangs from your wrist and will possibly give you arthritis in later years. Thus, the key is to pick something that is able to reflect your unique style without having to shout it at everyone that looks at your wrist.
Digital is dead – Unless you are twelve years old or a fitness fanatic, you should not be wearing a digital watch. Period. You are a sophisticated individual, or at least that is the impression you would like to convey to the opposite sex, and therefore your style must be reflective of this. Nothing kills the mood quicker than a guy using his calculator watch to check the bill is correct. Same goes for the girls. A guy’s first assumption when you wear a digital watch is that you are not able to read analogue time, which is not a good thing. Whatever you do, don’t underestimate the impact of what this fashion faux paus could have on your overall “look”.
Spend up – A good watch will last you quite a long time, so choose wisely and spend the maximum that your budget will allow. Unlike other accessories, this is not something that you will be replacing on a regular basis, so something cheap for a one off occasion isn’t going to cut it. In addition, make sure your selection is seasonal, meaning that it can be worn with both your winter and summer wardrobes and everything in between. Brands are important also and speak volumes about your tastes and the statement you are endeavoring to make. Granted not everyone can afford a high-end, Swiss made luxury watch, however, there are plenty of brands out there who emulate the offerings from fashion houses such as Cartier, IWC, Dior, Chanel, Tag Heuer, and so forth at a much lower cost. So look at what the masters are doing, find a style that you like and then find something similar within your price range.
The Final Word
Hopefully this article has given you the necessary inspiration, guidance and motivation to go out and treat yourself to a truly timeless fashion accessory (pun intended.) Remember to research your purchase well before you make it so that you know exactly what you’re looking for.
Do any of you other watch experts out there have any hints or tips you would like to add to help aspiring watch purchasers?
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