Using a clock, for me, feels as regular as brushing my teeth. I started using one, a two -tone store of Kate Spade Store for $ 125, a decade ago. It made me feel polished as a university student, appearing in class, sliding my notebook and taking abundant notes, looking at how my watch caught general fluorescent.
The inclination to use a clock can be learned, as a habit. The use of one does not feel natural to everyone at the beginning, but can become part of its process of preparation for the day, its armor, if you want it to be.
There is much about how to spend thousands of dollars on a clock, but less about where to start while submerging your foot fingers on the clock water. My best advice is to buy second hand.
I carry a large cartier tank Française, which was an anniversary gift of my husband. I spent months looking at images of ancient outfits that I had collected, taking note of the type of clock that I liked in other people. As I am tall and I opt for male clothes, I knew I wanted something in the largest size.
My next step, after the investigation, was to visit stores that stored second -hand options. If you live in New York, try the Diamond District or the royal, and take many photos. If you are buying online, be sure to measure the length of the wrist strap and make sure that returns are accepted.
For those not initiated, below there are some selections of less than $ 500 to take it to the rhythm. Use one for a year and if you love it, maybe it’s time to update. Or maybe you will find your watch less than $ 500 perfect.
* I carry my March clock HARE Harriet (above) every time I travel. You feel very Joan Didion for me. And the leather looks as well as the day I put it for the first time three years ago.
* Go bold with a modern machete watch.
* This tissot bats watch above its weight at $ 350. I am impressed!
* I wore a two -tone Shinola watch (above) for years before obtaining my cartier.
* Be sure to consult the royal or eBay if the Skinnier watches are yours. You will find Gucci lots and other Chic brands for less than $ 500.
* When I surveyed people, many loved to use a sample. I think the green forest is particularly great.
* This blue face of the Breda sky is asking to be paired with a floral dress.
Thoughts? Would you use one of these? If you use a clock, what do you love?
Erika Veurink is a writer and consultant who lives in Brooklyn through Iowa. She writes the Long Live Fashion Bulletin and is the founder of EV Salon, where connections online IRL occur.
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