Wristwatches are undeniably essential to making a good first impression. The first thing anyone will notice about you is your appearance and the details are a huge part of it. Your attire and accessories should be such that they make a lasting impression on whoever you meet. The most tell-tale accessory that highlights your personality is your wristwatch – which is why it is very important to pay a good deal of attention to your options before you buy a wristwatch to wear to your next big meeting, interview, or even every day.

Choose a Reputable Brand

Avoid cheap generic watches from discount stores as this is one accessory you should definitely invest in. You should also avoid flashy watches as most business situations are “Strictly No Bling” zones, and you don’t the flashiness of your accessories to distract from you and your work. Pair your sophisticated suit with a sophisticated wristwatch.

Choose the Right Size Dial

You want a wristwatch whose dial fits is comfortably under the cuff of a dress shirt. Following specifications are standard for a conservative men’s watch:

• 37 to 42 mm in diameter
• 15mm thick

Color Coordinate with Clothing & Accessories

Here’s a helpful color guide for men’s watches:

• If you’re wearing a brown belt and brown shoes, wear a watch that has a brown strap.
• A black strap or silver bracelet style watch band would go best with a black belt and black shoes.
• If your watch has gold tones, then you’ll want gold tones in your belt buckle.
• Try a watch with a blue background on the dial to accent a blue suit.

When you think about it, a wristwatch might be a small part of man’s overall appearance but it definitely contributes a huge deal to characterizing his personality and adding to his overall allure.

The safest bet in wristwatches will always be a dressy casual men’s watch. This particular type isn’t too dressy and isn’t too casual – just the perfect blend of both to be worn in almost all situations. You can wear these in casual settings as well as business ones. With a dressy casual men’s watch, you’re ready for both business and fun at the same time!