I wear suits more than I don't and I think mine looks great with a suit! I'm very picky about watches with suits but this watch just goes.
I have the SS 42mm Milanese loop.
I have the SS 42mm Milanese loop.
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Wearing The Watch When You're Really Dressed Up
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Fashion wise - classic buckle is classy and should go with your outfit. If it was a sport I would say stick with white or black. I believe the apple watch is the only smart watch's classy enough to be worn to nice events.
I agree with you about the masculinity of the classic band, and I did order the modern buckle, Tobit it going to ship somewhere around the 12th of neverary, so I ordered the cb because it was shipping quickly. I plan on keeping the classic buckle and purchasing a modern buckle in pink.
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I'm just asking opinions...there's a lot of opinion polling on this forum for a lot of stuff. I like to see how others are adapting the watch to their lifestyle.
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I don't think it would look out of place. Personally, I would not wear mine ( SS 38mm with Milanese Loop ) with a cocktail dress or similar. I am very thin and the Watch does look large on me and would look " over heavy" with a dressy dress. But we are all different.....see what you think when it arrives!
I'm thin as well, but for the most part my watches have larger faces, even the dressy ones. Mostly because they are easier to see.. Lol
Having worked for Versace and seeing first-hand what's trending, I believe - as others have stated - this is a total conversation piece right now, and I'd probably wear my SS BSB - however, I rarely EVER wear a watch to a formal function, as you're supposed to enjoy the event without keeping time, being aware of time, etc.
Again, it's the AW, and I might do it for the shock value - but probably not for long, when the novelty of being an adopter will wear off, as they become more mainstream.
Then - it's my diamond Michele watch for really formal occasions (when I'll wear one).
Another point - I do think the sport bands are too informal for anything dubbed 'formal' but that's just me.....
Again, it's the AW, and I might do it for the shock value - but probably not for long, when the novelty of being an adopter will wear off, as they become more mainstream.
Then - it's my diamond Michele watch for really formal occasions (when I'll wear one).
Another point - I do think the sport bands are too informal for anything dubbed 'formal' but that's just me.....
I would still wear it. I see men in expensive suits with black rubber fitbits.
The Watch is definitely as appropriate if not more so (especially with metal or leather bands).
The Watch is definitely as appropriate if not more so (especially with metal or leather bands).
Um, no. That's not how Anna Wintour works. That's not how the fashion industry works. She gets things for free. She wears them or she doesn't - HER choice, no one else's.
lol people are not happy about this one... bet you wish you hadn't said anything. I don't really know who Anna Wintour is, so I can see myself making a similar off hand comment without realize I was poking a bee hive. Sorry bro, but I'm glad you slipped on that one and not me!
Pretty arrogant for someone who made an ignorant, unsupported accusation.
How about simply admitting the mistake?
I was at a formal event last night - black tie, tux, the works. I have a sport watch with white sport band. I used this watch face:
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I thought it looked quite nice, especially with white shirt/black jacket. In fact, I call this watch face "très élégant".
Wait, which watch face is that? To get so little things?
I'd recommend stainless steel watch with a modern buckle band.
I saw my friend wear the classic Hermès color leather band, and it fits so well with her formal suit.
Hope this helps.
It’s nearly 2019. Don’t be a slave to convention. Wear what ever you want. Only petty insecure people judge you on your attire.
Wear what you want, It is common enough these days that most won't notice. Personally when I have a formal event. I where one of my Omegas.
Officially, you can only wear a Space Gray aluminum watch with a band that matches your shoes and purse. Anything else would be in poor taste.
Actually, there are no rules.
everyone can even wear their fake gold Ulysse Nardin tourbillions if they want, but i wear only my automatic watches when dressing better. i wouldnt ever wear apple watch in those situations... never-ever... it is not what others think, it is just what i think and feel. a real watch is a jewelry for men and the apple watch is a toy for boys...
I honestly don’t think it matters. You be you. In most case, I’d either wear my Apple Watch with a simple black band, or wear no watch at all. There is something about “being in the moment” and not needing to care what time it is, or whether you’ve had any missed calls that can make special occasions that little bit more special.
I thought everyone who owns an Apple Watch also has a Rolex. At least that's the way it comes across.
I would just wear the Rolex. Have no need to check my heart rate while eating Caviar.
I would just wear the Rolex. Have no need to check my heart rate while eating Caviar.
My dad wants a little moving stand that will wind up his Rolex automatic for the few times he wears it.
He hates technology and phones and computers, but he always wears his Apple Watch.
I think that the classic advice for men is stated pretty well in the old book ‘Dress for Success’ by John T. Molloy.
‘A gentleman’s watch is thin, plain and gold, with either a gold or leather band. You can get away with almost any watch if it is obviously expensive, but no matter what anyone tells you, gentlemen do not wear skindiver watches or astronaut watches or Mickey Mouse watches to the office.’
So how does the Apple watch stack up against this advice? IMO, it can do pretty well, at least for the 40mm SS Gold. I think that the 44mm is a little large for formal occasions unless you have very large wrists - the watch isn’t supposed to jump out from your attire. Where it still falls down a bit is the thickness, but the Watch is also a young, evolving product and I would bet that it will get thinner.
Most Rolex models aren’t really dress watches - Rolex has always presented themselves as making products for adventurers and explorers. Though they usually have some dressier models, many other choices are equal or better for dress. The Submariner and Explorer are huge, and even the gold President is huge (and a little ostentatious) because gold has little structural strength.
The gold 40mm Watch actually does 2 of Molloy’s 3 criteria, and Apple has done a good job of disguising the thickness. I wish there were a brown leather band with matching gold hardware. As far as fashion goes, the Watch has some advantages over traditional watches. You can change the face design and color to match or contrast with what you’re wearing, and there is a wide selection of bands.
Here’s an example of a face that I would consider at a formal occasion. It’s simple, dark so that it doesn’t jump out, and I’ll allow myself one complication, usually the date but in this case the temperature. It’s the ‘color’ face, so of course it can be made any color that you like.
‘A gentleman’s watch is thin, plain and gold, with either a gold or leather band. You can get away with almost any watch if it is obviously expensive, but no matter what anyone tells you, gentlemen do not wear skindiver watches or astronaut watches or Mickey Mouse watches to the office.’
So how does the Apple watch stack up against this advice? IMO, it can do pretty well, at least for the 40mm SS Gold. I think that the 44mm is a little large for formal occasions unless you have very large wrists - the watch isn’t supposed to jump out from your attire. Where it still falls down a bit is the thickness, but the Watch is also a young, evolving product and I would bet that it will get thinner.
Most Rolex models aren’t really dress watches - Rolex has always presented themselves as making products for adventurers and explorers. Though they usually have some dressier models, many other choices are equal or better for dress. The Submariner and Explorer are huge, and even the gold President is huge (and a little ostentatious) because gold has little structural strength.
The gold 40mm Watch actually does 2 of Molloy’s 3 criteria, and Apple has done a good job of disguising the thickness. I wish there were a brown leather band with matching gold hardware. As far as fashion goes, the Watch has some advantages over traditional watches. You can change the face design and color to match or contrast with what you’re wearing, and there is a wide selection of bands.
Here’s an example of a face that I would consider at a formal occasion. It’s simple, dark so that it doesn’t jump out, and I’ll allow myself one complication, usually the date but in this case the temperature. It’s the ‘color’ face, so of course it can be made any color that you like.
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"‘A gentleman’s watch is thin, plain and gold, with either a gold or leather band". I have a vintage Bulova I got from my father that fit's that description. Some things remain timeless and others not so much (Arguably the cummerbund or waistcoat).
I recently wore the Bulova out and it appeared small and out of style to me. I also have a vintage Rolex DateJust in Stainless that has earned me a few complements. I would choose the style of a Rolex over a thin gold watch.
I currently have my eye on a Breitling. If these distinguished gentlemen can wear a large adventure or explorer style formally, who am I to argue?
On topic, I think either one of those guys would look good wearing a Apple Watch. I have the 44mm in space gray with a fine leather strap. Looks fine with a suit IMO.
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