How do you wear a Rolex? The simple answer is to wear it on your wrist – but if you really want to get things right and look your absolute best, wearing a Rolex is actually a little more complicated than that. The type of watch, the size and shape of the case, the fit of the strap or bracelet, and even the position of the watch on your wrist all affect how you look when you wear a Rolex, and because dresses are some of the most famous and recognizable luxury timepieces in the world, they get noticed when you wear them. While each Rolex model is worn differently and personal preference is always the first factor, there are a few key things you should always keep in mind when trying to design your watch.
Can you wear a Rolex Sea-Dweller with a suit? Can you wear a Rolex Cellini watch with a t-shirt and jeans? With this guide, we’ll make sure you look like a seasoned collector every time you put on your watch and pair it with your outfit. For anyone who needs help on how to wear their watch properly, we are here to help. As you will learn, simply wearing a Rolex is not enough to tie your look together or make you look stylish. So whether you plan to wear your Rolex watch every day or just a few times a week, this Rolex style guide can help you get started.
COMFORT IS KEY
All style tips and watch etiquette aside, you want to make sure that your Rolex watch is comfortable to wear. There are certain points to follow if you want to look your best, but if your watch is uncomfortable then you won’t wear it as often as you would like, or even enjoy it as much as you should.
Personal preference will always be the primary factor in determining whether or not a Rolex watch fits your wrist. However, there are some general tips that you can follow to make your watch look its best and feel good on your wrist.
DON’T WEAR YOUR ROLEX ON YOUR ACTUAL WRIST
Although we commonly refer to wearing the watch on the wrist, this is not entirely true. The watch should be worn on the lower part of the forearm, right next to the wrist. Whether you wear your watch on a metal strap or a Rolex leather strap, here’s where we stand. Wearing a watch directly on your wrist can be uncomfortable for several reasons.
First, if you have a heavy fake Rolex watch on your wrist for an extended period of time, the bone that protrudes from the side of your wrist on the little finger (the ruler’s bone) is likely to be injured. In addition, the winding crown (or the chronograph pushers on a Daytona) can have a tendency to dig into the hand and eventually lead to blisters or scratches. This is not good!
When you are considering how to size your Rolex, always make sure the watch is placed next to your wrist. Wearing the watch in the proper position on your arm will go a long way to ensuring that it stays comfortable to wear throughout the day, even if the circumference of your arm fluctuates slightly throughout the day.