Men's Watch Bracelets

Watches as an accessory came into our use for a very long time. However, a little more than a hundred years ago they were worn not on the arm, but in a pocket and hung up on a chain. Now we see a huge amount of wrist accessories of all shapes and colors. And even with the advent of various gadgets that show time, the clock has not lost its relevance, just turned from the need into a detail of style.

Not only the watch case should be beautiful and attract attention. Much also depends on which strap they are wearing. In our article we will try to figure out what kind of straps are, what they are made of and make a small review of fashion brands.

In the modern market of watches now work firms that specialize in the manufacture of straps and bracelets. They create great quality models. There are 3 main types of style decisions: classics, avant-garde and sports. Therefore, when selecting a strap it is necessary to take into account the style of the watch case and dial.

The classic belt has a rectangular shape. The length is adjustable.

It is very important to have a good reliable buckle. It depends on how tightly the bracelet will be fastened and whether it will not unfasten when worn. Buckles are steel, titanium, and also of precious metals.

Consider the type of clockwork:

• On mechanical watch It is advisable to wear leather straps or metal bracelets;
• On electronic Excellent "sit down" belt made of rubber or silicone.

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Fashion and industry does not stand still, and this applies to absolutely all industries. If earlier it was possible to find only leather and metal watch straps on the store shelves, now your choice is presented several versions of this accessory:

1. From rubber. This material is made from the sap of the tropical tree Hevea. It is considered environmentally friendly. Waterproof. The bracelet from it fits comfortably on the arm, is soft, does not rub or squeeze the skin. Rubber straps are often used for specialized sports watches, especially designed for swimming.
2. Made of silicone Their characteristics are similar to the previous version, but the silicone straps are more diverse in color. They are popular among young advanced guys.
3. Carboniferous. Very durable wear and moisture resistant material. For more comfortable socks, they are supplied with a fabric insert from the wrong side or used for this purpose leatherette. These belts are designed for sporting and classic men's accessories.
4. From fabric. By production both natural fabrics, and synthetics are used. The material is impregnated with a special tool to improve strength and moisture resistance. Fabric belts have a large variety of colors and textures. Best suited for young people.
5. Leather. Genuine leather is a constant classic. A strap made of it is able to decorate any watch. The skin of reptiles, buffalo, stingray, ostrich, llama is especially appreciated. All the most famous companies decorate their accessories with leather straps.
6. Made of metal. Metal bracelet divides the palm with leather.For luxury watch models, they are made of gold, silver and platinum; for the more modest - from titanium, steel, brass. Carefully select the color and type of metal! It is logical that gold or gold-plated watches will look ridiculous on a platinum bracelet, no matter how beautiful it is, just as a device with an iron case does not fit silver.
7. From ceramics. Ceramic bracelet has a very modern and stylish appearance. It has impact resistance and damage resistance.

Like wrist watches, straps for them have several varieties. It is important to know what they are in order to choose the model that will be convenient for you personally.

• Without clasp. This type of bracelet is rarely used in the manufacture and equipment of men's watches. There are 2 subspecies: on the frame or with an elastic construction. The first subspecies is bad because it does not have the ability to change its size, so when choosing this option, be prepared for the fact that you will spend some time every day to take off and put on watches, and they will also hang freely on your wrist; the second subspecies does not have such inconveniences during operation, as it is equipped with special plates that provide free stretching of the strap and a tighter fit.
• "Milan bracelet". Carried out from a large number of small brackets that resemble knight's chainmail. This design has the possibility of a small stretch, very strong and durable. Equipped with a magnetic clasp.
• Cast. Made from all-metal steel links. Have an impressive appearance and weight.
• Combined. Their peculiarity is that in their design there are both links from a single piece of metal, and empty inside, but the same volume.
• Exaggerated. It creates the illusion of an all-metal bracelet. Very easy due to empty components.
• "Bund". A special type of watchband with a wide base on a special substrate. It is made in order to prevent the watch case from touching the skin of the wrist.

The easiest way to choose the right strap for men's watches is to choose a suitable color and style combination. The accessory must be in harmony with the outfit and image in general. If you are not sure how to combine one or another color, listen to our recommendations:

1. Black with silver case hours looks very cool in the design of brown leather. Its shade can vary from chocolate to beige;
2. Black and gold color dial requires a glossy shine. A dark brown or black strap will complement the ensemble beautifully;
3. Steel case + leather - another classic win-win combination. This tandem can be worn with a business suit and with a dress in the style of "casual", and if the skin is worn, it goes well with denim;
4. If you are a fan of luxury models and unusual straps, pay attention to such a combination as green snake or crocodile leather and a gold dial. It looks very unusual and expensive;
5. Black strap, stitched with bright thread, designed for chronographs. For the best combination, you must have a color accent on the body of the accessory.

Below is list of the most famous world brandsproducing wristwatches and straps for them:

• Orient. Japanese brand. Over the years, the company has produced many amazing collections of watches and bracelets for their socks. All of them are made of titanium alloy or stainless steel, have amazing wear-resistant properties.
• Appella. Classic Swiss watchmaking. The production uses only high quality materials. Watch cases are made either from a hypoallergenic steel alloy or from gold. For the manufacture of straps, the company chose natural leather.
• Diesel. Creates brutal original straps and bracelets for watches.They have quite specific fastenings, so you can always be sure of the authenticity of the bracelet to be bought.
• "Nika". Russian company that produces watches made of precious metals and straps to them. For their manufacture using high-quality genuine leather. The collection of crocodile belts stands apart.
• Omax. The collection includes both leather straps and steel bracelets. The combination of reasonable prices and decent quality - this is the main advantage of this brand.
• Tissot. A feature of the belts of this company is their comparability only with a particular model of the case. The numeric designation of the model is indicated on the back surface, and it is for this that the appropriate bracelet should be selected.
• Jacques Lemans. The company is famous for its stunning watches with resistant to mechanical damage sapphire crystal, equipped with a special coating that excludes light reflections. Belts for these accessories are made exclusively from crocodile leather.

Many are interested in whether it is possible to wear a watch and a bracelet on one hand and how to combine them correctly. Our answer: yes you can. However, in this tandem it is important to consider following nuances:

1. Watch is obliged be more expensive than a bracelet;
2. Large watch combine well with a fine chain;
3. Not worth wearing gold and silver products at the same time;
4. Accessories must match the style. If you wear a watch on a silicone strap, then a gold bracelet worn on the same hand will look ridiculous;
5. The same can be said about the harmony of the image as a whole.. If you choose a particular style, then stick to it in everything. Classic with classic sports with sports. It is very rare to see a beautiful and competent combination of the incompatible. Only advanced fashion stylists can do this;
6. Leather looks with silver and steel. Therefore, if you have a watch on a leather belt with a titanium case, calmly put on a silver or metal bracelet. The same can be said about the metal bracelet of the watch and braided leather rope on the wrist;
7. Bracelets in the style of "ethno" from natural stones, Tibetan beads with charms, talismans are perfectly combined with any watch and style of clothing;
8. Watch on a thin strap-winding look advantageous with a woven bracelet made of genuine leather.

As for the hand on which you need to wear a watch, there are no strict rules - wear as you like, as you like. By the way, remember that you should not get too carried away and decorate your wrist with a large number of accessories. Maximum - 2 items on hand. Do not overload your image.