A wristwatch is a unique accessory that serves a practical purpose while expressing your style. A watch can complement other pieces in your outfit or help to set the tone of your ensemble. Check out some easy ways to style a watch so that it contributes to the look you want to achieve.
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1. Pair Your Watch’s Color With Your Outfit
Whether you own a large collection of Rolex watches for men or women, or you have just a few made by various brands, you can style your watch using its dial color.
A watch featuring a royal blue dial would look fashionable with a man’s blue business suit. Or you could pair it with a shirt or tie displaying blue stripes or other blue details in its design. The royal blue color of the watch’s dial will highlight the blue in your shirt, jacket, tie, pants or all of the above.
A pink or dusty rose dial on a delicate timepiece for women would look chic with a pink blouse or skirt. Dials in pastel colors are especially fun to style with skirts, dresses, scarves and blazers. When you think about it, styling this piece in your wardrobe opens doors to many creative possibilities.
If you don’t want to match the color of your outfit with your watch, you can choose apparel that complements your timepiece. As an example, a gray business suit would look very sophisticated paired with a watch displaying a purple dial. Also, a gold watch would go well with a Kelly green skirt, shirt or blazer. The two notably bright colors would complement one another. Some colors just naturally go together.
2. Match Your Watch’s Style With the Occasion
We’re willing to bet you have several outfits in your wardrobe that fall into different categories. You probably have outfits for work, formal occasions, casual events, workouts and more. Well, this gives you the opportunity to style your watch to suit the tone of the occasion.
If you wear a black, gray or blue suit to work, consider a silver, white gold or stainless-steel timepiece. The bright, gleaming metal is dressy and serves as an interesting contrast to the dark fabric of your suit. The watch could have a silvery face, bezel and band. Or, it could have white gold details in its design. Either way, we think a cool-toned metal watch is a standout with dark-colored clothing.
A classic timepiece with Roman numerals and a brown or black leather band is a stylish choice for a casual outfit such as jeans and a polo shirt or sweater. Your simple, tasteful watch will match your laid-back clothing choices.
The watch you choose for a formal event depends on your outfit. If you’re wearing a sparkly evening gown in a gold tone, then a delicate metal timepiece with a slim gold band would flow well with your look. Alternatively, if your formal outfit is a tuxedo, a watch with a black leather band would be a traditional choice. This accessory shouldn’t be flashy or distract from your formal attire. We believe a watch can enhance a formal outfit without stealing the spotlight.
3. Consider the Small Details of Your Watch When Planning Your Outfit
Another way to style your watch is to take a moment to study the small details of your outfit. Matching the details of your timepiece with your belt, shoes, gloves, purse or even a briefcase can boost the look of your ensemble.
If you’re wearing new brown leather shoes to work, consider wearing a watch with a brown leather band. The material and color echo one another to make your outfit even more attractive.
Another example is to match your watch’s dial color or band with your purse. A purse in bright red is going to look all the more alluring on your arm when worn with a wristwatch sporting a red dial. Or go with a timepiece with a textured red leather band. Either way, you are emphasizing a bold color choice with both pieces.
If you really want to get creative, you can style your watch by matching its color shade with your eyeglass frames. You don’t have to go for an exact match, but you can choose frames in one color and a band or dial in another shade of the same color.
4. Wear Your Watch on Your Other Arm
The next time you go to fasten your watch onto your usual wrist, move it to the other. Putting it on your non-typical wrist draws a little more attention to your timepiece. This is especially true if you pair it with a particular color in your outfit. You may become so comfortable with wearing it this way that you make it a permanent change.
5. Your Watch With Other Jewelry
Styling your watch can be as simple as pairing it with a piece of jewelry. For instance, there are some gold chains for men that would go well with a watch featuring a yellow gold dial or band. A man with several white gold chains may want to pair one with a silver watch. Though they are two different metals, white gold and silver jewelry look very much alike.
In addition, the design of some necklaces and bracelets can mimic the design of some metal watchbands. Though they may not share the exact same texture and pattern, the similarity can draw more attention to both your jewelry and your timepiece.
Make a Wristwatch an Essential Piece of Your Outfit
So, next time you’re planning an outfit for work, a casual outing with friends or a formal event, don’t forget to add your timepiece to the mix. With all the colors, face shapes, number styles and band types available, we believe it’s easier than ever to make a style statement with your wristwatch.