The Growing Popularity of Mechanical Watches for Women

U.S. women are discovering that luxury watches are not just for men. In Europe, women generally own several watches and complement their wardrobes with their watches as they would with fine jewelry. Previously, American women would buy one watch and would wear it with everything until it wore out or was lost. Now, American women are working on their watch wardrobes with the same attention to detail as they devote to their clothing and jewelry.

For the woman seeking to expand her watch collection, here are several watch trends to keep in mind:

• Know the difference between a quartz watch and a mechanical watch; mechanical watches are not just for men and manufacturers have greatly increased their ladies’ watch lines. Now, you can satisfy your desires for fine craftsmanship and having a true heirloom to pass to your daughters, in addition to high fashion.
• Women are now wearing much larger dial faces and are not afraid to wear a man’s watch! If the style and occasion are right, do not be afraid to be daring!
• Like dials, watchbands and bracelets are becoming wider. Consider the style of your cuff so you can dazzle others with that watch that reflects your unique personality and taste.
• This year, diamonds around the bezel are hot. You cannot wear a formal diamond necklace everywhere, but there are no rules when it comes to diamonds and watches. If you want to convey a sense of subtle glamour, as well as draw approving looks across the room, a watch with diamonds is the way to do it.
• Most women wear watches that are functional and draw no attention whatsoever. Do not waste the opportunity to display a watch that reflects your unique sense of style or the subtle image you wish to convey. If you refuse to play it safe with your shoes or other jewelry, there is no need for you to compromise when it comes to that one item you always wear!

Because Oster Jewelers is one of the top combined watch and jewelry stores in the country, we can help you broaden your watch collection and complement your existing wardrobe and jewelry with the right ladies’ watch choice. Audemars Piguet, Parmigiani and Ulysse Nardin are fabulous brands to test the waters.