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5 steps for you to choose the best watch for you

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5 steps for you to choose the best watch for you

5 steps for you to choose the best watch for you

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 executive woman or man, since beyond good taste and style, a watch can convey personality traits.

Do you like adventure or do you throw more at urban life?

Are you discreet or do you like to show off what you have?

Do you like innovation or is your thing 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 watch for you.

Well, before anything else, the first thing you should define is a price range. When you fall in love with a watch it's hard to say no and easier not to overspend if you have a budget in mind.

Step 1. Define the style according to use

What wardrobe are you going to wear with the watch? If it is to be used with suits (men) or executive outfits (women), a watch that is too bulky or with a sporty look could be out of tune (beware: there are no rules, and there are combinations that work).

There are three main watch styles: dress or classic, sporty, and designer .

Dress watches are usually made of a gold material, a simple dial and a slim body, as well as chunky hands and numerals.

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 such as a stopwatch . There are both hands and digital.

Step 2. Choose your materials


To eliminate options, make a list of the combinations of materials that you like.

The bodies usually come in plastic, resins , stainless steel, gold-plated metals; Solid metals like titanium, alternative materials like ceramic (or even wood), or gold with precious stones.

What you choose depends on your personality: if you like classic but with a special touch, ceramic maybe your best option; if you prefer the pure classic, a golden but discreet tone could be more pleasant.

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, metallic, exotic leathers such as crocodile or natural leather.

Choose the combinations that best suit 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 can find models with large covers; If you are short, a watch that is too large will make you look like a child with his dad's watch.

Similarly, if you are thin, a circular watch could be the perfect option.

If you are of robust build, a square or rectangular dial provides right angles.

Step 4. Durability and maintenance


If you want to buy a watch and pass it on to future generations, or just want it to last for 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.

Battery-powered quartz watches should be serviced every time you change the battery (two to five years).

However, its parts cannot always be repaired: unlike mechanical watches, their life is limited.

Finally, LID-type lithium battery watches have an approximate life of 10 years.

Step 5. Put it on before you buy


Rule of thumb: never buy a watch before making sure it looks good on you.

Sometimes we see a model on the Internet and it fascinates us, but when we see it wearing there is something that does not fit. This is quite common.

If you are going to make a good investment in a luxury watch, go to the store with the type of clothing with which you would wear it.

If it's for the weekends or playing golf, bring a polo shirt.

If it's for business hours, go to the store in a suit or formal dress .

You may find better prices if you buy it online , but try it on in a store first.

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