HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR LUXURY WATCH
Choosing a luxury watch isn't just a question of aesthetics. It's a decision that needs to take into account several elements: case size, style, materials, movement and, of course, the suitability for your personality and lifestyle. Here's our advice on how to make the best choice.
1. How to choose your watch size
First of all, it is essential to measure the circumference of your wrist. To do this, you can use a seamstress meter or even a piece of string that you will then put on a ruler.
In average
- Ladies wrists measures between 14 and 18 cm.
- Gentlemen wrists measures between 15 and 19 cm.
Then it's time to choose a watch with harmonious proportions. Here's an indicative guide:
Wrist size |
Below 16 cm |
Between 16 cm and 18 cm |
Over 18 cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Case size | 42 mm | 42 mm - 46 mm | 46 mm |
| Strap size | Small (S) | Medium (M) | Large (L) |
💡 Good to know : These indications are a basis, but your comfort and personal taste come first. Some will prefer a more imposing watch, while others will opt for a more discreet model.
2. Find the style that suits you
Your luxury watch should match your personality and your everyday life. Here are a few guidelines to help you make the right choice:
- Classic and timeless: round case, clean lines, leather or steel bracelet. Ideal for an elegant, versatile style.
- Sporty and robust: designed for action, with resistant materials such as titanium, ceramic or rubber, and often reinforced water-resistance.
- Avant-garde and innovative: models that play on transparency, skeletonized movements and bold designs.
- Vintage and refined: a tribute to the emblematic models of the past, with patinated dials, contained-sized cases and hands inspired by vintage watches.
3. Choose the right materials
The quality of materials is an essential criterion influencing the comfort, durability and aesthetics of your watch
- Stainless steel: robust and timeless, it adapts to all situations.
- Gold (yellow, pink, white): the ultimate symbol of luxury, it confers unequalled elegance.
- Titanium: light, resistant and hypoallergenic, perfect for a modern, sporty watch.
- Céramique : ultra-résistante aux rayures et très élégante, souvent choisie pour des modèles haut de gamme.
4. Consider the movement
There are two main types of movement:
- Mechanical with manual or automatic winding: the prerogative of luxury watches, synonymous with watchmaking expertise and emotion
- Quartz : precise and practical, but less sought-after in the world of luxury watchmaking.précis et pratique, mais moins recherché dans l’univers du luxe horloger.
If you're a lover of fine mechanics, a carefully designed automatic movement visible through a transparent caseback will add a fascinating dimension to your watch.
5. Adapt your choice to your lifestyle
- Everyday or formal wear? If you're looking for a watch you'll wear every day, choose a versatile model in steel or titanium.
- Sport and adventure? Opt for a water-resistant model, resistant to shocks and scratches.
- Collection or prestige? Limited editions and emblematic pieces are ideal for discerning collectors.
A luxury watch is more than just an accessory: it's a style statement, an investment and a legacy. Taking into account case size, design, materials and movement, you'll find the perfect piece that will accompany you over time with elegance and character.
