As we discussed in a recent article, there’s still a lot to be said for mechanical watches in a digital age. Yes, your phone might technically tell you the time, but it hasn’t got a patch on a luxury manual timepiece that has everything from style to longevity on its side.
Unfortunately, this item, once a staple of men’s fashion, has now become something of a foreign object for those of us who have always simply checked our phones for the time. As a result, you might not have the first clue about how to style this fantastic fashion accessory when you finally come to your senses and invest. Luckily, we’re coming to the rescue with a quick-fire guide for choosing the right watch for any outfit. Let’s get into it!
# 1 – Consider Your Style
Your watch might function in much the same way as your phone on the time front, but this is not an accessory you’ll want to hide away in your pocket. You’ll want to display your chosen watch loud and proud, and that means considering your style carefully while choosing watches in the first place.
Be honest with yourself about what you wear most often, which outfits you’re liable to wear a watch with, and which watch styles (e.g., casual, dress, sport, or smart) would work best within that. This way, you can build up a consistent watch collection that should, if you do your work well, look great with pretty much any outfit of your choosing.
# 2 – Match Your Watch to the Occasion
It can also pay to choose your watch based on the occasion. Let’s say you’re having a casual home day – a heavy watch won’t feel comfortable or well-matched, so you’d be better off opting for a light, casual watch that works.
Alternatively, on a work day, you may wish to pair your suit with more substantial, luxurious custom watches, which, as well as suiting your work style, will make for a fantastic statement piece that’s sure to show clients that you aren’t messing around.
Ultimately, you want to choose a watch that matches the tone of whatever you’re doing that day, from dressy to private, and so on.
# 3 – Match Colours
If all else fails, it’s worth falling back on colours as a great way to match your watch to your outfit. This is sure to set the right tone, ensuring a watch that’s well-suited and even complements your outfit overall.
Obviously, this will be easiest if your watch has a colourful strap which you could pair directly with your outfit colours, but that’s not your only option. It’s also possible to match the metals of a watch to your outfits. For instance, steel or black watches can work well with a grey or even white outfit.
Watch styling might feel like a lost art, but trust us when we say that you’ll want to take the time to get it right using these top tips.
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