Groom or guest, wedding season is a time when you strive to always look your best. Smart attire is always on the cards, and while many men just let their suits do the talking, accessories help to take it to another level. Favoured for their refined nature, dress watches are the ultimate choice. Their sole purpose is to add elegance and complement formal attire; so wearing one for a wedding is more than appropriate. The current market sports a wide array of dress watches, so finding the perfect one can be a task. As a result, and to help with your purchase decisions, we have put together this list of our favourite men’s dress watches for wedding season. From sleek and streamlined lines to unique rectangular case shapes, there is something to suit all tastes. So if you’re after a new plus one, for your wrist, of course, keep reading!
Our Favourite Men’s Dress Watches for Wedding Season
Rotary Traditional Canterbury *Sherlock – 2010* (38mm) Silver Dial / Black Leather Strap GS02424/21
The perfect combination of vintage design with contemporary style, this Rotary is an ideal dress watch for wedding season. For added dimension and texture, the silver dial features Clous de Paris detailing. As well as this, the dial features a small seconds sub-dial, intricate Breguet hands and distinctive Roman numeral hour markers; they all ensure the timepiece will catch the attention of anyone passing by. On the smaller side, a 38mm stainless steel case, with an ornate decorative crown, frames the dial. Alongside this, scratch-resistant sapphire glass encases the dial; its domed nature enhances the traditional aesthetic of the watch. Guaranteeing great reliability, a quartz movement powers the timepiece. A sophisticated black leather strap with a rotary buckle, concludes the sophisticated design of the watch. Moreover, the watch is water-resistant up to 50 metres, making it a brilliant choice for wedding season and the unpredictable nature of the British weather.
Seiko Presage | Automatic | Green Dial | Mojito | Date | Golden SRPE45J1
Although deep and dark, this men’s dress watch brings elements of colour to the wrist. Inspired by a mojito cocktail, the green dial features a mix of gold-tone indices and hands as well as a date aperture at 3 o’clock. Beautifully vintage, the gold-tone Arabic numerals bear resemblance to the print on traditional drinks bottle labels, while the dial pattern echoes the light refraction of a cocktail glass. Measuring 38.5mm in diameter, a stainless steel case frames the dial. Within this case lies the 4R35 automatic movement that powers the watch. Its 41-hour power reserve means you can wear the watch all day and night, and not have to worry about it losing time. A brown calfskin leather strap, with white topstitching, secures this men’s dress watch to the wrist. Stylish and sophisticated, it is the perfect finishing piece for this timeless model.
Duckworth Prestex Centenary (24mm) Cream Dial / Brown Leather Strap D803-06-B
A rectangular dress watch that oozes Art Deco flair, what more could you want for wedding season? Based on an original Prestex, circa 1935, this shiny model exhibits a sunburst cream dial with a rectangular small seconds sub-dial at 6 o’clock. The dial also features applied Bolton original font indices and polished central hour and minute hands. Ensuring great clarity and durability, a double-bridged sapphire crystal glass encases the dial. Moreover, a 24mm solid stainless steel case frames the dial; its polished crown showcases a ‘D’ for Duckworth. The case also houses the Ronda quartz 1069 SM movement which powers the watch. A brown leather strap with cream topstitching concludes the design of this Centenary model. With a water resistance of 50 metres, this watch is both practical and suitable for any occasion. Hence it is one of our favorite men’s dress watches for wedding season.
Maurice Lacroix Aikon Automatic (39mm) Grey Clous de Paris Dial / Stainless Steel AI6007-SS002-331-1
A more luxurious option, this Maurice Lacroix dress watch makes a great choice for the groom. The anthracite grey dial, with Clous de Paris detailing, exhibits rose gold-plated baton indices and hands. For optimal timekeeping in low-light situations, they feature a white Super-LumiNova coating. As well as this, a date aperture features at 3 o’clock. A brushed and polished 39mm stainless steel case and bezel frame the dial. The unique six ‘”claws” design of the bezel makes for an eye-catching statement. Overleaf, the exhibition case back provides the wearer with a view of the watch’s automatic ML115 movement. Ensuring great accuracy and precision, it boasts a 38-hour power reserve. A stainless steel bracelet, with a butterfly clasp, concludes the design of this timepiece. However, if this isn’t quite to your taste, Maurice Lacroix’s Easy Change System allows you to switch up your strap for any other compatible one.
Tissot Gentleman | Black Leather Strap | Blue Dial | Powermatic 80 Silicium T1274071604101
Both ergonomic and elegant in any circumstance, it makes complete sense that this Tissot Gentleman is one of our favourite men’s dress watches for wedding season. Its deep blue crosshair dial features polished luminescent indices and sword-shaped hands. In addition, a date aperture features at the 3 o’clock. While it adds to the overall design, it also increases the functionality of the watch. To ensure optimal protection, a domed and scratch-resistant sapphire crystal encases the dial. Surrounding this is a 40mm stainless steel case and a polished bezel. Within this case, and visible through the exhibition case back, lies the Swiss automatic movement that powers the watch. Boasting an impressive 80-hour power reserve, it ensures the watch is suitable to wear whilst you dance the night away! Reinforcing elements of chic elegance, a black alligator-style leather strap, with a butterfly clasp, concludes the design of the timepiece.
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What did you think of our favourite men’s dress watches for wedding season? Will you be wearing one to help elevate your formal attire? Let us know in the comments!
