The Fun And Importance To Accessorize
Being a watch enthusiast doesn’t start and stop with the purchase of a new addition to the collection. While these are often highlights in the life of a collector, it also marks the beginning of another phase; living with the watch. In the past, it was customary to wear a timepiece on the strap it came with and wait to change it until it was worn down and needed replacement. In the late 1990s, this began to change as people more and more liked to own various different straps with a single watch. This allowed them to match them with their clothing or even mood. In particular, the Panaristi-movement, celebrating all things Panerai, was dedicated to this, but we now see that it is customary with all brands and watches.
A good strap can make all the difference, even when the watch originally comes on a bracelet
A strap’s look, feel, and finish is very important, as they should add something to your timepiece and not take away. With colors, you can either compliment your watch’s style or go for more contrast. Stitching can also play an essential role in the overall look, as contrast stitching often gives a more sportive vibe compared to tone-to-tone. As with watches, does it also pay for straps to go for high-quality ones. The price of a strap is first determined by the type of leather used, with exotic ones like alligator and crocodile being more expensive, but also the amount of manual labor that goes into it plays an important role. Artisinal-made straps, like the ones we love and sell at WatchWorks Haarlem, not only match the character of our watches better, they also offer superb wearing comfort and age nicely. They are made in the same tradition as beautiful shoes, refined bags, and other leather goods, and that shows.
A case keeps your watches safe and sound
Most people reading this will own more than one watch. Unless you only have two and are ‘double-wristing,’ some will be stored away in a closet or, preferably, a safe. Most watch manufacturers love to deliver them in luxurious boxes. While this makes for a great first impression, they are not that handy in day-to-day life as most of them are extremely bulky. However, even in a closet or safe, it is essential to keep your watch secure. A pouch can be the perfect solution. Crafted from leather, it has a lavish look, while the Alcantara inside protects your watches in the most gentle way. The great benefit of this type of case, as opposed to a pouch, is that straps stay in form and with metal bracelets that they don’t touch the back of the case. This keeps your watches secure most stylishly without taking up too much space.
Check out our collection of straps and cases, here