Given that your mobile is more than capable of letting you know the hour of day, the wristwatch holds more weight as a style statement than an accessory. They must complete the picture created by your clothes, lifestyle and personality. Read on to know which of the common watch styles suits you.
Given that your mobile is more than capable of letting you know the hour of day, the wristwatch holds more weight as a style statement than an accessory. They must complete the picture created by your clothes, lifestyle and personality. Read on to know which of the common watch styles suits you.
FOR HER
Bracelets
The delicate bracelet watch is seen everywhere from Fast Track to Swarovski, Breguet and Gucci. Cartier, of course, with its bejewelled timepieces takes premier position when it comes to bracelet watches. They can be narrow or broad with artsy or simply blingy dials and are held together either by regular watch-like links or by a bracelet-style strap. Some, called ‘secret watches’ go all out and have an ornate cover over the dial; Piaget has some.
Why choose this style: If your style is either traditional or is more feminine with lots of blouses and a trim or frill seen often on your attire. Or, if you are a working woman with collars and cuffs representing a good section of your wardrobe, opt for this style. It blends well with ethnic ensembles and girly garb, and brings a touch of effeminacy to a crisp corporate look.
The Androgynous classic
It takes oodles of attitude to pull off watches that give off the unisex look. But it’s a good style to have at the moment, given that everything from handbags to moccasins has taken on a distinct look of androgyny. Think metal links or leather for the strap and a neat, masculine, chunky dial. You can also use it to catch up with the hottest motorcycle chic look buy picking a piece with studs or anything S&M-esque.
Why choose this style: You should get this one if you’re already a true fashionista. The best examples come from Omega. Your style should be minimalist, chic and classic if you’re going to pull this off.
Sporty
Colourful straps – most often crafted from rubber – and quirky dials dominate this style. While it’s slightly juvenile to sport one of these, this style offers the benefit of a number of colour options (if you’re the kind who colour co-ordinates every little detail on your ensemble). Depending on your budget you can get a basic Fast Track or you could spend more on a Guess piece.
Why choose this style: If you’re most often seen in a tee or in sweatshirts over jeans or shorts – irrespective of whether it’s the itsy-bitsy type or boy-shorts – pick this style. It also works with some bohemian, hippie looks.
FOR HIM
The classic
If you’re looking for a classy look, it’s always advisable to take cues from your dads and grand-dads. A few decades ago, gentlemen wore accessories that boasted craftsmanship and class. Think silver or golden dials, uncluttered and often fitted with roman numbers to mark the hour. Straps are broad and are either made from a matching metal or from leather. The most on-trend avatar of this is a circular gold dial with a very broad leather strap crafted from crocodile skin. Longines, Rolex and Breguet will give you the look. You can also go retro and try a pocket-watch as long as you’ve got your suit and tie.
Why choose this style: Well, because it brings a lot of class to any look, whether you’re wearing Vans, shell-toes or Hush Puppies on your feet.
The gizmo
There’s the section of super smart watch options, fitted with compasses, chronometers, multiple time-zone display, underwater capabilities and a whole lot more. They’re most often silver or black with smart straps that are usually oversized and chunky. Take cues from Vacheron Constantin and Patek Philippe. Police has a new dual-dial range.
Why choose this style: It goes well with just about any dress code that you can think of. However, given that hi-tech features add to the cost, they’re good for status symbols or if you’re likely to use these features. Globetrotters, these are made with you in mind.
