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Choosing the Right Watch Band

12/13/2018

If you love watches, but you get bored with the same design faster, I would suggest that you start changing your watch bands instead of buying new watches. If you did not know, new watch bands are capable of making your watch look like a new one. People who love watches will tell you that it is about the details. Below are tips which will guide you in selecting the right watch bands.

Material and Style

Rubber watch bandsThe decision of the material of the strap depends on personal preferences and taste. If you are buying a watch to wear with dresses, you should choose the basic style. Rubber bands are fit for diving and other sports. Watch bands come in almost all colors giving you a chance to get your favorite color. If you ask that friend who seems to have a new watch every day, they will tell you the secret of changing the bands.

Size

Watch bands are of different sizes. Its width measures the size of the strap. Some companies write the size of the bands at the back of the straps. If it is not written, you can try to estimate the distance between the lugs of the watch. It is also essential to measure the length of the strap. If you have a medium sized wrist, you should buy standard size straps.

Color

Watch bands are available in a different colors, but it depends on the material. Leather bands, for example, are available in black and brown. Some bands are available in different colors giving ladies a chance to rock their favorite bright colors. You can make it better by matching the color of the band with any other part of the watch.

Buckles and Clasps

leather watch bandsClasps and buckles are available in different finishes including, black, matte silver, rose gold, bronze, polished silver and matte black to mention a few. For a stylish watch, we suggest that you match the finish of the buck with the case. I am sure you have seen people who use a polished buckle with a brushed finish case. If you are the perfectionist type, ensure that the two matches perfectly. Do not forget to take into account the style of the buckle. Thinner styles match well with the tang buckle while larger watches go well with a thumbnail buckle.