Selecting a watch is not an easy task, because beyond the price or the brand, there are other factors that you should take into account to make the most of this accessory.
The Watch is one of the most important accessories, if not the most, for the woman or man executives, because beyond the good taste and style, a watch can convey personality traits.
Do you like adventure or do you throw more into urban life? Are you discreet or do you like to show off what you have? Do you like innovation or is yours classic? A watch is much more than a device that tells us the time: it is a mirror of our style in general.
We share five steps you can follow to choose the ideal cool watches for you.
Well, before anything, the first thing you should define is a price range. When you fall in love with a watch it is hard to say no and it is easier not to overspend if you have a budget in mind.
Step 1. Define the style according to the use
What wardrobe are you going to use with the watch? If it is to be worn with suits (men) or executive attire (women), a watch that is too bulky or of a sporty look could be out of tune (note: there are no rules, and there are combinations that work).
There are three main watch styles: dress or classic, sporty and designer.
The dress watches are usually made of a golden material, a simple dial and a thin body, as well as hands and thick numbers.
Designer watches usually have a very peculiar style, since they are born from the imagination of someone famous, such as the architect and designer Phillipe Starck.
Sports watches are usually large, water resistant (ideal if you like diving) and with thick numbers. They usually have several indicators as a stopwatch. There are both hand and digital.
Step 2. Choose the materials
To eliminate options, make a list of the combinations of materials that you like.
The bodies usually come in plastic, resins , stainless steel, metals with gold plate ; solid metals such as titanium , alternative materials such as ceramics (or even wood) or gold with precious stones.
What you choose depends on your personality: if you like the classic but with a special touch, ceramics may be your best option; if you prefer the pure classic, a golden but discreet tone could be more pleasing to you.
Then you have to choose the strap, but not only based on style, but also with comfort.
There are plastic, rubber, special metals such as titanium, metal, exotic leather such as crocodile or natural leather.
Choose the combinations that most closely match your personality and look for models based on them.
Step 3. Size does matter
The size of the watch should be suitable for your complexion. If you are a tall person, you will find models with large covers; If you are short, too large a watch will make you look like a child with your dad’s watch.
In the same way, if you are of thin complexion a circular clock could be the perfect option.
If you are of sturdy build, a square or rectangular cover provides right angles.
Step 4. Durability and maintenance
If you want to buy a watch and inherit it for the next generations, or you just want it to last several years, it is important to know the basics of durability. Mechanical watches, both manual and automatic, need to be cleaned every three years, but their life is almost infinite. Quartz watches that work with batteries should receive service every time you change the battery (two to five years).
However, its parts cannot always be repaired: unlike mechanical watches , its life is limited.
Step 5. Put it on before you buy it
Golden rule: never buy a watch before making sure you look good. Sometimes we see a model on the Internet and it fascinates us, but seeing it on is something that does not fit. This is quite common. If you are going to make a good investment in a watch, go to the store with the type of clothes you would use it with.
If it’s for weekends or playing golf, wear a polo shirt.
If it is for work days, go to the store with a suit or formal dress.
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