Now that we have passed Halloween and Bonfire Night and the first Christmas adverts have appeared on our televisions, it’s time to start thinking of the gifts that we will be giving to our nearest and dearest this year. Choosing a stunning watch is always a fanta stic way to show just how much you care and, so long as you take the time to ensure that you are selecting an option which matches the style of the recipient, will always be incredibly well received.
As with any truly thoughtful gift, it’s important to consider the various options carefully before making your purchase. To help you ensure that you get it right, we’ve put together this useful guide, just in time for you to start your Christmas shopping spree.
Start with Suitable Sizing
Before you delve into the world of different materials, styles, straps and manufacturers there’s one thing that you need to ensure is right: the sizing. Watches are typically listed according to the size of the casing, measured by diameter as well as thickness.
Getting the right size makes an enormous difference to the way that a watch both feels and looks, and a large case may feel uncomfortable on a slender wrist while a smaller case would look unusual on a large man’s wrist. As a general guideline, women’s watches have traditionally been considered as those with cases smaller than 35mm, and men’s have been those larger than 35mm.
That said, there is no hard and fast rule which asserts that you should never go outside of these generally preferred parameters. By observing other watches that your intended recipient owns or even items of jewellery that they gravitate towards (observe, for instance, whether they prefer bold, statement pieces or subtler designs ) you should be able to make an informed decision of your own.
Consider their Personality and Lifestyle
We have dozens of different styles of watch available online and in store, meaning that it’s easier than ever to choose somebody a watch which matches up to their specific tastes and fits in with their lifestyle. Sportier models such as the Tissot T-Sport collection provide a practical model for those who live an especially active lifestyle, while socialites with a penchant for attending glitzy parties may prefer more ornamental watches; take a look at the options provided from ranges such as ‘Cle de Cartier’ and Chopard’s ‘Happy Diamonds’ if you feel that you’re looking for a particularly glamorous watch.
Clothing and Jewellery Collections will give a Clue to Colour and Design Choices
Once you have settled on a size and a general style (sporty, contemporary or classic), you need to refine your choice by selecting a colour and specific design. Guesswork isn’t good enough; if you want your gift to be just right then you will need to play the detective. This can be as simple as making a note of the colours which your friend or family member is most frequently seen wearing, or taking a covert look at their jewellery collection to see which precious metals they favour.
From Chopard watches to amazing Cartier timepieces, we have an enormous collection spanning many different styles and varieties. If you pay a visit to our Lancaster store then we will be more than happy to help you in your mission to select the perfect gift; alternatively, you are more than welcome to contact us online or give us a call at 01524 38 48 58. We also would love to connect with you over social media – find us on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.