Think like-for-like when selecting your watch to coordinate with your outfit. Combine your metals – silver with silver, gold with gold. Don’t forget your metal elements from your outfit – buckles on your belt and shoes, your rings, your cufflinks – and match them. A leather watch band matches the leather belt and shoes you wear. A brown leather watch band goes with brown leather shoes and a belt. A black leather band goes with a black belt and shoes. A watch is a mesmerising piece of jewellery, just like the style of your shoes. Dress shoes work best with an evening watch, while a sports watch goes well with a casual one. When wearing a watch, it is good to pay attention to a few things.
Wear the watch on your non-dominant hand.
There is actually controversy surrounding this rule because officially, a watch must be worn on the hand that is not the dominant one. For example, if you are left-handed, you should wear a watch on the right wrist. However, in practice, people are shocked if you wear a watch on the right wrist. Because of this, we recommend wearing your watch on the left. Certainly, in a formal setting, you don’t want to appear as if you don’t understand the etiquette. Even if no one immediately addresses you, in your mind, you may already fall into a certain category. Few people wear their watches on their right wrist on purpose, as it fits better or as a statement of their femininity.
Right-handed people should wear their watches in their left hands, and vice versa. This will reduce the amount of movement that the watch is subjected to, thus extending its life. Additionally, you can still use your dominant hand to scroll through this article while checking the time.
Wear your watch loosely enough so that you can fully use your wrist, and the face should fit flush against the outside of your wrist (the ulna). Standing comfortably, your watch shouldn’t pop out from under your shirt cuff. It should only be visible when you bend your arm.
Design styles
Among the many styles of watches, you can find everything from casual to highly sophisticated. Ideally, your watch’s design should match the image you wish to convey, as well as complement your clothing and other accessories. A rule of thumb is the bulkier and/or more complex the design, the more casual the watch.
Match your outfit
When buying a watch, look for a combination of colours that makes sense. For instance, does it have a blue dial? What a lovely sight to wear black leather watch straps with black clothing, such as a black ring or black belt? Black leather watch straps also go well with blue shoes or blue jeans.
If you are wearing a plain sweater in calm colours and a casual outfit, you can also consider the contrast. Black watches are so fashionable and neat. The contrast between light and dark instantly creates a stylish and elegant look.
Watch style types
Dress watch/luxury watch
With luxury dress watches becoming more popular than ever, you’re sure to find something you’ll love. They usually have a narrow face and a narrow leather strap. The dial display is usually simple and minimalistic (no chronograph or moon phase).
When to wear a dress watch
A men’s dress watch is as good with a suit as it is with jeans, and that is what makes them so popular. If you’re just going to wear one watch, make it a dress watch.
Field watch
A field watch is the original trench watch. It is rugged, durable, and can take the punishment. It is also designed to be visible at night and maybe worn in a variety of conditions. In addition to very large, highly legible dials with luminous hands, black dials with white numbering, and high contrast dials, oversized watches are especially popular with pilots.
When to wear a field watch
Designed for hard-wearing conditions, a field watch is perfect for conditions such as sports fields, hiking trails, or gardening (yes, gardening really is tough).
Sports watch/dive watch
The depth of a sports watch, which is designed for swimming rather than diving, may be shallower. Dive watches are bold-faced, medium-sized timepieces made of corrosion-resistant metals like stainless steel. They’re smart and versatile enough to wear with a suit or a casual outfit.
When to wear a sports watch or dive watch
In addition to being a fashionable accessory, most sports watches are stylish enough to transition from casual wear to smart casual and are appropriate for many different occasions: dining out, shopping, travelling.
Aviator watch/pilot watch
The watches worn by Royal Air Force pilots have similarities to military watches. They’re generally large-sized with an oversized dial and bold numerals that make it easy to read in adverse weather conditions. A glow-in-the-dark feature makes it easier for pilots to find the 12 and tell the time with the distinctive triangle and two dots at 12 o’clock on most aviator watches.
When to wear an aviator watch
If the watch design is particularly sleek, you can wear it with formal attire. Although designed for use in action, it will also work well for wear in the city, travel, or casual hangouts.
There are, however, exceptions to the rule. For instance, the watch you wear may be an heirloom with strong sentimental value. These vintage products are also often a welcome topic of conversation. You will appreciate that you wear it as an accessory, especially if it has personal value to you. This is why we are such big fans of watches. Wearing a watch is also part of your identity. The CHAIROS® watches establish their own understated, timeless style and function as high-precision chronometers as well as aesthetic creations whose elegance reflects class and perfection. These timepieces have an excellent design, carefully selected materials, and excellent performance, making them the perfect companions for an active lifestyle. Of course, it is never wrong to also match these watches to other colours and materials. These are just some of the things to keep in mind when you style with your watch. If you are looking for a good timepiece to style with your watch, then CHAIROS is the brand for you.
