Watches have become an almost unavoidable component of wardrobe. Whether men or women, it is important to buy a watch to complete the look. A watch can make you stand out and add extra zing to your outfit.

If you think your appearance looks dull, a good watch can easily transform your look. But did you know that investing in high-quality men watches in Pakistan is not enough? The watch should perfectly pair with your clothes otherwise it will throw off your look.

When it comes to choosing the watch to wear, the decision making can be very difficult, especially if you want the watch to complement your particular outfit. In order to help you out, we have chosen the following 8 rules that every man should learn. These rules and tips will allow you to know how to match your clothes with your watch.

1. Wear Your Watch on the Non-Dominant Wrist

This tip is important mainly to allow functionality. Think about it. Will it be practical to check what time it is while doing your work or writing something? Moreover, this rule is followed to prevent harming the watch.

The more care and attention you will give to your watch, the longer it’s lifetime will be. When you wear your watch on the dominant wrist, the chances of gaining scratches will increase.

2. Wear the Right Watch on the Right Occasion

Generally, an analog watch is given priority for a dressy occasion because it looks elegant and classic. On the other hand, a digital watch is more suitable for a casual setting. If we follow the rules of thumb, if the inner mechanism of the watch is complex, the more edgy the watch will be. Therefore, wear different watches by checking the social setting first. This will impress the people and you will gain both attention and compliments.

3. Do Not Wear a Smartwatch on Formal Occasions

Whether or not you change the watch band, smartwatch is really not meant to be worn on formal and fancy occasions. It is not only about the rubber band which can be simply replaced to a leather one. Instead, the rectangular watch is sure to ruin the look of even the best tuxedo. So, in simple words, do not ever wear a smartwatch on formal occasions.

4. Pair the Watch Band with the Outfit

Typically speaking, a rubber wristband is suitable for a sporty outfit and a metal wristband is suitable for casual clothes. As for the dressy clothes, a leather watch is the most suitable. When it comes to the leather watch strap, it should be paired with varying other leather accessories you are wearing such as shoes or belt. Otherwise, the whole look will become tacky.

5. Match the Metals

Similarly, the metal watch face has to be compatible with the rings, cufflinks and whatever other metal pieces you are wearing. However, keep in mind that this rule does not apply on the wedding ring, if you wear one. It is not advised to pair rose gold or silver with gold as well. These simple fashion mistakes will go against your desire to look cool.

6. Do Not Wear a Loose Watch Band

The watch is supposed to be worn just underneath the wrist bone and it needs to be tight enough so that your blood circulation can happen easily. You do not want your veins to suffer just for a watch. In this way, your watch should not be visible from under the long sleeves except when you have your arm folded.

If you follow this rule of wearing a watch, it will be very easy to wear this accessory throughout the day. Many people make the mistake of fastening the watch strap too tight. Do not make this risky mistake.

7. Be Minimal with Dressing Up

The classic fashion follows the concept of “the less the better”. Do not be overdressed or wear something bold or exaggerated no matter what the event is. Less dressing will always be chic, fashionable and valuable as opposed to an exaggerated attire in which many different accessories are worn.

8. No Rules Apply to the Heirloom Watches

It is a known fact that the heirloom watches symbolize family, tradition, deep sentiments and rich history. For this very reason, the above mentioned rules and tips are not applied on the heirloom watches. These types of watches offer their unique charm, value and a classic touch to the watch wearer.

Watch Straps

After setting a budget and deciding which watch to buy, some people even decide on which watch strap to wear.

Bracelet

A bracelet means any metal band and each watch brand makes its own bracelet. For instance, Rolex boasts 4 signature styles. Among these designs, the Oyster is the original Rolex bracelet which customers are quite aware of. Oyster is a 3-link bracelet which is visible on many Rolex’ sport models and is highly reliable. Jubilee is another signature bracelet from Rolex that boasts a 5-link style and a crisscross pattern.

Rubber Strap

Standard sport watches have metal bracelets but some come with a rubber strap. Oysterflex is a designated rubber strap for sport watches from Rolex. The Oysterflex is seen on some variants of Daytona and Yacht Master. These models are so strong that they can withstand all weather conditions. Rolex takes its strap and bracelet combination very seriously

NATO Strap

This was designed in 1973 for the British Ministry of Defense. The NATO strap is cheap yet colorful and resilient. It’s a charming addition to any watch. This strap boasts such a high-quality that it proves to be a great companion in combat. It is clear then, that the NATO strap is equally useful for normal people too.

This strap is attached to the watch by looping through the two spring bars. The metal will not touch your skin and it will rest comfortably on the wrist. Since the strap goes through the two spring bars, the watch will not fall off your wrist in case one spring bar breaks.