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'Can a woman wear a men's watch' is a question you have likely debated in your head at some point or another. Whether it was when you were shopping for a brand-spanking-new timepiece to add to your collection or when you received a priceless family heirloom from a male loved one. It is something that comes up a lot among timepiece lovers. This is because while jewellery is very much universal in who can wear it, other accessories like watches are hit-and-miss when it comes to deciphering who can. And while many brands do carry timepieces designed for men and women, a lot of them are still yet to get on board and diversify their range in this way. Because of this many women have begun preferencing timepieces traditionally designed for men over classic women’s watches. This has not only led to a rise in the popularity of unisex watches, but it has also forced us to consider what we define as a women’s watch and a men’s watch.
For many years, it would simply be unheard of for a woman to wear a man’s accessories and vice-versa, however, fashion has evolved so much within the last decades and many style choices that were once considered taboo are no longer out of the ordinary. We are also now in a place where people finally feel completely comfortable expressing themselves in many ways, including with what they wear. So, this begs the question, can a woman wear a men’s watch? Read on as we investigate.
Overview:
Can A Woman Wear A Men’s Watch?
So, can a woman wear a men’s watch? The short answer is yes. Unlike clothing or other types of accessories, watches are one of the only very few items that have a bit of leeway in terms of their sizing. So, not only does this mean a men’s watch will fit a woman, but it means they will also have no problem pulling it off. Whether it be for aesthetic reasons, some type of feminist statement, a sentimental heirloom that was passed down to them or simply because they liked that particular watch that just so happens to be a men’s watch, more and more women are keen to embrace this intriguing trend, especially in the premium timepiece market. In fact, it has long since been proven that women choosing to wear men’s watches is nothing but beneficial, and that’s not just because it looks stylish and aids in some sort of political statement.
One thing that many women struggle with when shopping for watches is variety. Compared to what men are privy to, there are very limited options when it comes to the models available in women’s watches. And we’re not just talking about the amount. A majority of women’s watches on offer have a major focus on aesthetics and very little focus on mechanics or functionality. With that said, many women’s watches on the market are traditional quartz watches, which is bad news for timepiece enthusiasts who admire the savviness of automatic watches, the eco-friendliness of solar watches or even the versatility of hybrid watches. Another factor that has many women shifting their interests to men’s watches is the limited options for women’s watches in the lines of many well-known watch brands, particularly, when it comes to specialist watches such as aviation timepieces and diving watches.
What’s The Difference Between Men’s Watches & Women’s Watches
With the revelation that a woman CAN wear a men’s watch, it might have you wondering why the watch world even bothers to make a point to differentiate between men’s and women’s models in the first place. Especially if many watch brands do have the ability to produce unisex watches. The difference between men’s and women’s watches is very much like the difference between men’s shoes and women’s shoes in the sense that it all has to do with size. Humans come in all different shapes and sizes, something that is no more apparent than with men and women. Statistically, men are between 15 to 20 per cent larger than women, and while this is a slim margin compared to that of other mammals it is quite a difference.
Not only are men larger than women in terms of height, but their body mass typically bigger-including their arms and legs. This means that a woman’s wrist is often a lot slimmer and daintier than a man’s, and to compromise for this, many women’s watches are a lot smaller and lighter. Not only will the face on a men’s watch typically be thicker and wider, but nylon and
What Size Watch Should A Woman Wear?
With a woman's wrist being significantly smaller than a man’s, it may or may not limit the options she has in watch sizes-especially if she is going down the route of picking a men’s watch. While leather and stainless steel watches are a great choice for women as the links can be removed and a new hole can be placed in the band of an adjustable leather watch when choosing a piece that’s not exclusively designed for women it’s important to pay attention to the case size. A watch’s case is the metal that encapsulates a timepiece's face, glass and dial. The case not only holds the band or bracelet together and protects the inner workings of it, but it also allows it to sit comfortably on your wrist.
Typically, a woman’s wrist is between 12 and 17 centimetres in width, however, some women have a rather petite wrist that can be as small as 10-centimetres while others can have an uncharacteristically larger wrist. The average women’s wristwatch is between 26 millimetres and 35 millimetres, whereas the average men’s watch is between 38 and 46 millimetres. If you are a woman and your wrist is a little on the small side, you may wish to opt for a petite version of the watch model you are shopping for. Petite sizing is common for Daniel Wellington watches and Citizen watches and their specifications can range from as little as 21 millimetres to 28 millimetres. On the contrary, if you prefer watches with a larger face you may wish to size up to a unisex or men’s timepiece that measures between 38 and 40 millimetres. This watch size would provide you with the enlarged look you desire without being too heavy or overbearing on your delicate wrist.
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