In a world where every problem has a digital solution, and it is usually found in a smartphone app, even a wristwatch is no longer essential
To know what time it is. Wristwatches are a fashionable item for everything, and when it comes to men’s fashion, it is undoubtedly the equivalent
Designed and luxurious men’s watches are the most fashionable way for men to equip the look and upgrade the look, depending on their style of dress, occasion and personal taste.
The world of men’s watches includes a very wide range of watches, and choosing the right watch for you depends on various factors. So what is the difference between men’s watches and women’s watches, how to choose the right watch for the right event, and what is the most suitable watch for you?
In this article we will try to describe the variety of features in different watches and help you choose the right watch.
Different types of watches
Watches come in a variety of forms – analog or digital, colorful or minimalist, technologically sophisticated, or very simple. As a popular fashion item they come in countless colors, sizes, and shapes. However, there are different meanings to different styles of watches, some luxurious and others sporty.
Each one is suitable for a different event, and not everything is related to the brand only.
The world of watches is divided into two types: sporty-elegant watches and luxury watches.
The sports watches will have a more elegant, classic and refined look. In fact, these are watches designed to fit into everyday life, and they provide an elegant yet not too festive look. They are especially suitable for business people, lawyers and representative professionals in everyday life. Another advantage of sports watches is their wide price range, which can range from a few hundred dollars to tens of thousands of dollars.
Luxury watches are a category in themselves, in which watches are not just a fashionable item but a status symbol for everything. Luxury watches are an important and impressive accessory for men, especially on special occasions that require a more dignified dress code. The price of luxury watches will usually be higher and they will be designed with a more glamorous look.
Watch diameter – aesthetic choice or meaningful design?
When it comes to men’s watches, watch diameter is not just a design choice. The diameter of the watch creates an impression and represents a certain character.
Watches with a relatively small diameter, such as 48-44 mm, are more practical, solid and suitable for everyday use.
A watch with a small diameter is suitable for most types of clothing and can create an elegant look in any clothing you choose.
When it comes to choosing the right size, there is one thing you should always keep in mind: Proportion is the key to choosing a watch. A watch in the right size will complete your style and not look weird on your wrist.
If you are a big person with a big episode, then suitable for you is a watch with a big face.
On the other hand, if you are a small guy with a small wrist, then go for men watches with a small or thin dial.
In general, men’s watches with a diameter of 39 mm – 41 mm are considered small wristwatches, 42 mm – 44 mm are considered medium and the most common.
Important tip – Men’s watches with a diameter of 45 mm or more are massive and stand out on the wrist.
So which watch should you buy?
When it comes to watches – it is not advisable to compromise. Buying a reputable brand with high reliability will guarantee you a quality product, on warranty, that will tick for many years.
Think of it this way: a watch is largely like a piece of jewelry where the quality of the materials and the level of finish can be recognized from a distance.
Apart from that – a watch is also a technological product with a complex mechanism.
Because of these considerations, people are usually interested in reputable brands when they think long term.
The ‘WOW’ effect
Most men are looking for a model that will help them stand out in their unique way. While women can easily get the ‘WOW’ effect by buying a watch with diamonds or gems, in the world of men’s watches it is a little more complex. If you are looking for a watch with a presence, one that catches the eye from a distance, you will probably choose a watch with a colored dial, a watch with a diameter greater than 44 mm or a watch with a strong color contrast between the dial and the frame facing the strap.
So when you decide to choose a wristwatch, keep in mind that there are many brands and models to choose from, in fact an endless variety. You should narrow down the options by defining the use of the watch, whether it is intended for daily appearances, events, business meetings, etc. When we define the nature of use, we can make an order in a world that offers hundreds of models and shapes from each brand.
So it would be a good idea to consider the appearance before buying the model that is best photographed.
The watch strap
The watch strap is the last component to consider before purchasing a wristwatch. There is a wide variety of common strap types among the various brands and it doesn’t matter if we are talking about digital watches or analog ones.
Roughly the common straps are divided into the world of the metal straps and leather straps. Today, the leading watch brands offer ceramic straps, straps combined with stainless steel, straps in a mesh design, etc. In the leather straps we can find innovations such as: crocodile skin, cowhide (“normal” skin) and even a watch strap made of ostrich leather.
The choice should be made according to taste, taking into account a number of advantages and disadvantages between the models:
– Watches with a stainless steel strap or stainless steel combo are very sensitive to salt water – so it is recommended to take off before bathing in the sea, even in shallow water.
– Watches made of ceramic strap are more durable than stainless steel when it comes to scratches or marks on the watch strap, dial or watch diameter.
– Watches with a leather strap wear out faster than metal watches, they retain their color and shade for about 5 years, after which the bright shade will gradually disappear.
– Watches with a rubber strap, silicone, etc. – Although they are in great demand, it is important for us to emphasize that this segment is the most sensitive. Of all the different materials, rubber and silicone have a lower lifespan than its competitors. Therefore, when buying a watch with a rubber strap, keep in mind that most of the time the shape and color will be maintained for a period of up to about 3 years. Whereas watches with a light-colored rubber / silicone strap are the most sensitive to stains, dirt, natural wear, etc.
In conclusion
The field of wristwatches is growing and evolving every day and we are witnessing changes and innovations in all the details, from the watch mechanism, the shape of the watch, the fashionable style to the strap itself. All the details are important, you just have to understand with yourself which of the details are most important to you.
