Minimalist Watches

A watch these days is more than simply a timepiece. We bet we can determine what kind of person you are just by looking at your watch. Are you someone who pays attention to details and functionality? Is it all about the glitz and glam? Are you a traditionalist or a modernist?

Your minimalist watch is far more than a timepiece, and purchasing one can sometimes be considered an investment. It all boils down to conducting thorough research.

That’s where we come in; we want to make sure you have all of the facts before deciding, making a commitment, or making an investment.

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO WEAR A MINIMALIST WATCH?

You’re not alone if you’re unsure what constitutes a “minimalist” timepiece. Because most guys, including myself, never went to design school and probably skated by high school art class, minimalism might seem a little strange and difficult to pin down.

The following is a quick rundown of what most people perceive to be the essential characteristics of minimalist design. Remember that they are just guidelines, and they don’t cover everything there is to know about minimalism.

DESIGN OF A MINIMALIST WATCH CASE

Minimalist watches, on the whole, have basic case designs. Lug widths of 20mm and less are acceptable. There aren’t many watches with prominent bezels and crown guards. The preferred material is polished stainless steel.

Cases are typically 40mm wide and under, with a comparatively thin height. They go beneath a dress shirt, making some basic patterns suitable for formal situations.

MINIMALIST WATCH STRAPS AND BRACELETS

Minimalist watches, in general, have leather straps that are less than 20mm broad. Although bracelets are an option, the most popular material is a form of leather.

WATCH NUMERALS AND INDICES LIKE A MINIMALIST

We’ve arrived at the meat of minimalist design. Indices can play a significant role in designing a minimalist watch, particularly behind the dial and hands.

Stick-style indices are used to mark the hours—and sometimes the minutes—on the dial of most minimalist timepieces. As the name implies, Stick indices resemble little sticks with a narrow width, with more giant sticks marking the hour.

Round-style indicators and numerals are also employed in minimalist watch design. The use of digits is significantly more common in Bauhaus-style timepieces, which we’ll discuss shortly.

WATCH DIALS FOR THE MINIMALIST

It is where minimalism shines brightest—sometimes literally. Many minimalist watch designers and manufacturers make use of the dial to make a statement. Sunburst effects and completely plain dials are both popular, with the former being a Bauhaus classic and the latter being more appropriate for a dressier clock.

Most minimalist watch dials don’t get much more intricate than a date complication or a powerful indication. You’re unlikely to obtain much lume.

WATCH HANDS WITH A MINIMALIST ATTITUDE

Most manufacturers get the general design right, and the watch hands are possibly the most excellent aspect of a minimalist watch. They’re usually long and slender, beautifully flowing over the indices’ edges. Designers frequently paint them a complementary color that contrasts with the dial, but black, silver, and gold hands aren’t uncommon.