If you’re new to watchbands or looking to buy a gift for that special someone, knowing how to pick out the right watch strap is difficult. We interviewed Thomas Lathrop, CEO of popular watchband company Crown & Buckle, for some tips on matching up the right band to your watch. He gives a basic watch strap color guide, Hello Thomas, and thanks for agreeing to be … [Read more...] about HOW TO PICK OUT THE RIGHT BAND FOR YOUR WATCH – A PRIMER ON WATCH STRAP STYLE
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BRAND SHOWCASE – B&R BANDS
The first post in a new series, a brand showcase highlights a particular watch strap company, in this case, B&R Bands. See the gallery below for examples of their work. If you see something you like, check them out! Where to buy: Amazon Check out our other guides: … [Read more...] about BRAND SHOWCASE – B&R BANDS
WATCH STRAP OF THE DAY – CROWN & BUCKLE BLACK LABEL
Today's strap is part of Crown & Buckle's Black Label collection, now in it's 3rd season. The strap shown here is the "Berit," on an Omega Speedmaster Professional watch. … [Read more...] about WATCH STRAP OF THE DAY – CROWN & BUCKLE BLACK LABEL
BASIC BANDS 2018 WATCH STRAP & ACCESSORIES GIFT GUIDE
Hello everyone, and welcome to the 2018 edition of the Basic Bands Watch Strap & Accessories Gift Guide! We're here to help you find that perfect someone (or yourself) the perfect gift this holiday season. We've divided the guide up into sections, so skip ahead to the one that interests you most. First we have perfect combos, the strap and watch match-ups we've seen this … [Read more...] about BASIC BANDS 2018 WATCH STRAP & ACCESSORIES GIFT GUIDE
WATCH STRAP OF THE DAY – APR. 30, 2018
Today's strap is a honey colored leather strap from Two Stitch Straps, shown here on an Omega Speedmaster Watch. You can find more straps from Two-Stitch on their website: www.twostitchstraps.com. … [Read more...] about WATCH STRAP OF THE DAY – APR. 30, 2018
BRAND SHOWCASE – TWO STITCH STRAPS
The second post in a new series, a brand showcase highlights a particular watch strap company, in this case, Two Stitch Straps. You can find their website at https://www.twostitchstraps.com. They make a variety of both regular and customized watch straps. Check out their work below and contact Ivan (founder) for more info or to order a strap. Looking … [Read more...] about BRAND SHOWCASE – TWO STITCH STRAPS
SMALL BRAND SPOTLIGHT – NEPTUNE STRAPS
Watch strap making isn’t just limited to major brands and big shops; across the world there are small strapmakers making a living designing unique and custom straps. Our small brand spotlight series interviews these strapmakers to see what makes them tick. Today the spotlight is on Pavel Slow and his shop, Neptune Straps. Name: Neptune Straps/Pavel SlowWebsite: Etsy … [Read more...] about SMALL BRAND SPOTLIGHT – NEPTUNE STRAPS
BAND OF THE DAY – JANUARY 22, 2018
Today's band is a custom vintage canvas strap from Dan of RedRockStraps on an Omega Speedmaster. Made from a Vietnam era panel marker bag, you can find more of Dan's custom watch straps on the RedRockStraps Etsy Shop. Also check out our list of custom watch strap companies. If you are interested in the watch, you can see prices for the Omega Speedmaster on Jomashop … [Read more...] about BAND OF THE DAY – JANUARY 22, 2018
BAND OF THE DAY – JANUARY 11, 2018
Today's band is an awesome black Epsom leather custom watch strap from Jones in Tokyo, a bespoke strap maker based in Japan that is a perennial favorite on watch forums. You can find his shop on Etsy. More pics at the link. The watch of course is an Omega Speedmaster.
