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08-09-2017, 07:39 PM
(This post was last modified: 08-09-2017, 10:38 PM by Collectionist.
Edit Reason: fine-tuning the rules..
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A dress watch does have some specific requirements. One might even say, it is an oft forgotten set of rules. Let's get to it shall we?Rule number one. A gentleman wears Oxfords not brogues. That pertains of course to the leather. You wear only your Oxfords. No holes other than buckle holes, no embellishments. Most importantly though, the strap is not too long and does not go around the curvature of your wrist - not even close. Your shoes are not from a clown either are they?
So, when you managed not to look like a clown we have to think about your job. At a desk you have your lower arms on the surface. A true gentleman does not gesticulate wildly, so rest them comfortably directing your business affairs.
Yes, here we have rule number two. The buckle side attaches to the lugs facing you, thus the long side won't ever snag on the desk or on your cuff links. An extra benefit comes from your position of power, hands folded with elbows on the desk. People will see that solid gold or silver buckle instead of some tail ended strap.
The color then, do not wear tan. It is a color of leisure. Rule number three states that you must be formal at all times. So don't go wearing a white dial watch either, it may be a subdued cream color or a dark to slate blue.
Rule number four is about size again. Your watch is never larger than your wrist, it is even smaller. Smaller means business, your watch - or no one else for that matter - will get in your way.
Now, you may think on this and perhaps even guess the other rules. They are unwritten and will not easily be explained. It is a matter of style. Some have it, most do not.
Adminishing the #$@ out of it
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