Since men wear limited jewelry, a watch is an expression of their personality. The best wristwatches are simple, versatile, sophisticated and classic. Most men prefer to own more than one watch so they can wear the appropriate timepiece to complement their outfit. The style of what you choose need to match the formality of your outfit.
Below are 3 Tips to Match Your watch to Your Outfit:
Metal Complements Metal
The metal case of the watch (the frame around the face) should complement the metal accents of your other accessories. The case can be square, rectangular, round, and polygonal. The finish on the case can be matte, shiny, matte, patterned, or invalid with crystals or other jewels. The metals used to make the case include steel, gold, silver, platinum and titanium. A rose gold watch can be worn with a gold belt buckle – it’s close enough. What if the metal casing on the watch is blacked out? Then you can go with either gold or silver. You want to coordinate the metal colour with your watch and ring, so that all your accessories, for example, are gold. The other accessories you will need to pay attention to include cuff links, shoe buckles, buckles on side adjusters of trousers or on the back of your outfit. A gold-plated watch is best suited to clothes and shoes in earthy tones, while silver goes with grey, blue and black.
Heirloom Watch Bend The Rules
Heirloom pieces represent a legacy. They are usually worn as a good-luck charm or as a memory of original owner. An heirloom watch is an item that cannot be subjected to the rules of match watches with clothes. For a simple reason – they are great conversation pieces and they make you memorable. Heirloom allow you to bend and even violate the rules mentioned here. An heirloom watch is not worn based on the latest trends or fashions, it is a reminder of family history and culture. Men who fought in World War 1 passed on their wristwatches to their sons and grandsons as a memory of the sacrifices made by that generation. Though the function of these is not as a timekeeper these heirlooms are meant to be cherished and passed on through generations.
When in Doubt Match Your Watch to Your Shoes
Black is generally dressier, but that doesn’t make it the default right choice. Sometimes brown shoes are just a better choice. Interchangeable leather bands are useful here – one in brown and one in black for each watch. Or another colour for more variety.
Black leather is more formal than brown. A black watchband is more suited for formal events.
Slip-on tassel loafers are considered business casual.
Not able to decide between a brown or black leather band? Equate the dressiness to the brown shoe versus black shoe category.
Silver watches match best with shoes in black, gray, silver, and blue shades. Gold watches go with browns, beiges, tans, and other earth tones.
Wearing Oxford balmoral black shoes with dark suit? Go with a formal watch.
For your best effect, pick a watch according to your size as well. Watches should be proportionate to your body. Thin men can work slim watches, while bigger guys can carry watches that have boxier and robust watch faces.
