So you’ve chose the right watch for your outfit. Congratulations! But why do you get the feeling that something is off? It’s not that it looks gaudy or a mismatch, but it still feels somewhat off-putting.

 

There are different possible causes for this; color, size, or maybe a unique feature of your watch can sometimes clash with your outfit in a subtle fashion. Here are some things worth noting so you can polish that look even further, and avoid those subtle mismatches.

Size Matters

When picking watch sizes, be aware of how it will match up to your body frame. Men with a thin frame should opt for watches that have a slim design, while bigger guys can wear bigger and more robust frames. It might look a bit weird if a slim guy is wearing a watch with a huge face, or a big bulky man wearing a tiny slim watch.

Leather for Leather

Let’s start off with your outfit. Does your belt match your shoes? Good. But what about your watchband?

For outfits that have black belts and black shoes, black leather watchbands are a good fit for more formal attires. The same goes for brown ones. Never mix colors; always match these three when you wear them. An alternative would be one with a gold or silver watchband, as these colors both go well with black or brown.

Rubber and plastic watchbands are mostly for casual and sporting events. It is definitely a no-no for formal wear.

If you have both colors and wear them both regularly, consider getting a watch with interchangeable bands, so that you can easily swap from one color to the other. IWC watches have formal dress watches that would look amazing for super formal affairs, and their stylish leather watchbands can add another level of sophistication to your look. Click here for IWC watch prices in UAE.

Metallic Accents should match each other

The metal of your timepiece should also match, if not pair well with other metal accents in your outfit, like your belt buckle, rings, or cuff links. Gold or silver usually works for this, but again – be careful with clashing colors. It’s best to stick with one color, though it is acceptable if they have varying shades or finish.

The Special Case: Heirloom Watches

Of course, all of these tips go out the window when we talk about heirloom watches. Because no matter how one might be conscious of matching their overall aesthetic, an heirloom item that represents a precious memory for that person will supersede all those. Also, this unique item on your person could make for a great conversation starter, if not make you more memorable to other people.

Now that you’ve taken all those into account, it’s time to get matching! Good luck!

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