Watches
Watch styles, like styles of diamond jewelry, vary greatly.
The selection ranges from casual watches for everyday use to formal designs
showcasing certified diamonds or precious gems and metals.
To simplify shopping for a watch, ask your diamond jeweler for assistance.
They will provide a few samples and assist you in determining which provides
the best fit.
Fitting considerations
Like any piece of diamond jewelry or accessory, it is always a good idea to try
on a watch first. Ask your diamond
jeweler for a selection to try on.
This provides the opportunity to assess how well the band fits your wrist, the quality
of the band’s construction and how well the size and shape of the timepiece suits
your hand.
If the band is adjustable, make sure it fits snuggly without pinching the skin. If the band is constructed of solid
metal links or encrusted with diamonds,
determine if any links require removal in order to provide a good fit.
It is best to have a professional make any adjustments if needed.
Your diamond jeweler will have the proper tools to make necessary adjustments
without causing damage to the band or the timepiece.
If a watchband is constructed of leather or cloth, determine the ease with which
the band may be changed. These materials
tend to wear out sooner than a band made entirely of metal or encrusted with diamonds
or gems.
It is often a good idea to move your hand back and forth to make sure the watch
stays in place and doesn’t slide around.
To check how well the watch’s bulk will work with your everyday activities, try
reaching into your pocket or purse with the watch on.
Walk about the diamond jewelers’ showroom moving your arms naturally. Make sure neither the band nor the timepiece
is so bulky that it catches on anything.
Choosing the best style
There are a large number of watch styles suitable for any just about occasion, function
or personal taste.
For more elegant occasions diamond watches are a perfect choice.
These styles can showcase stunning diamonds to mark the hours, feature a
casing or band encrusted with diamonds or a diamond bezel.
There are a great variety of designs to suit any taste, whether you prefer
white diamonds or colored diamonds in your watch.
For everyday use, more casual styles are best.
In addition to an attractive design, look for durable construction and make
sure the watch is waterproof so it can withstand everyday use and carry a longer
life.
Sporty watches are both functional and durable.
These are the best choice whether you need a waterproof
timepiece for an active lifestyle or specific features such as a
tachymeter.