In the world of fashion, a watch isn’t just something that looks pretty — it’s also a statement that tells the world a little bit about your own sense of personal style. While it’s true that wearing a watch isn’t a requirement, there are some benefits to wearing a watch.

First and foremost, wearing a watch has an obvious functional benefit — you will always know what time it is without having to pull out your phone. Everyone has been in the classic situation of forgetting their cell phone, and having to go through the day not knowing what time it is. It’s better to get a watch rather than having to deal with asking strangers constantly what time it is.

However, there are several style benefits that deserve mention. For example, you will be able to change the look of an outfit with minimal effort. Creating the perfect message your clothing and accessories send to the world can be quite important depending on the situation.

Take for example the message a bold watch on your arm sends in a professional setting. When you show up early to a meeting with a very nice watch on your wrist, you give everyone else the message that you are a hard-working, punctual individual that cares about scheduling.

In addition, you also give people the impression that your time is not to be wasted, since you monitor the time carefully. If you were to not have a watch, it could send the message that you don’t care about the time spent at the company, nor do you care about being respectful of anyone’s schedule. Even if you don’t feel that way, it could very well be the message that your watch is sending people.

So, how do you make sure that your watch sends the right message? You want to stick with classic, understated styles in the office that show that you’re serious about being part of the team. Avoid flashy watches that could make it look like you put too much stock in luxury things without focusing on matters of substance. That doesn’t mean in your personal life that you can’t go and get a super flashy, fancy watch that turns heads. If you want the attention that such a watch brings, there’s nothing wrong with that.

Overall, the watches that we own send various different messages, but if you really take the time to select a watch that represents you the best, you will have no trouble at all sending the exact message you want!