Rules of etiquette for men: on which hand to wear a watch

Wearing a watch every day, we do not think about which hand to wear it on. Are there certain rules of etiquette that indicate this. Let's try to figure it out.

For many millennia, people have tried to invent various devices for determining time. When asked when the first clock appeared, Wikipedia will answer. It all started with the invention of sun and water clocks. The mechanical clock was invented in the 14th century. Later, products with a spring mechanism appeared that were worn in a pocket.

In 1868, wrist models were invented, but they were produced only for women.

During the First World War, models for men began to appear, they were invented for pilots. Using them during the flight, they were no longer distracted from the helm. Trying not to scratch the dial and not damage the case, they began to wear them on the left hand.

There is no unequivocal answer on how and on what wrist men's watches are worn. It is not customary to wear a watch on the working hand: a left-handed watch is worn on the right hand, and a right-handed watch is worn on the left hand. During the Soviet Union, products were produced only for the left hand.

Men's watches are usually bulkier than women's. They are made of yellow and white metals, they have a classic shape, in which there is no excessive design. A respectable person will choose for himself a solid product on a leather or metal strap.

According to etiquette, men can only wear one accessory on their hand, namely a watch. They must match the costume.

At the hands of men pay attention in the first place. Many men like to wear models with various additional functions: backlight, alarm clock, pedometer. Accessories can tell a lot about the character of a person, his business qualities.

It is better for men to have several models of watches:

• in the classic version;
• youth models with a set of additional functions;
• sports models, they have a waterproof and durable case.

It is difficult to answer the question of which wrist to wear a watch for men according to etiquette. There are no specific requirements or rules here. Most often they are worn on the left hand, but many prefer to wear them on the right wrist.

For those who work more with their right hand, wearing watches on their working hand causes discomfort, they squeeze the wrist, interfere, cling. People who have a more developed left half of the brain (left-handers) will put an accessory on their right hand, since their working hand is left.

According to Chinese doctors, a man, regardless of whether he is right-handed or left-handed, should wear an accessory on his right wrist. On the left hand, men have certain points that are responsible for the work of internal organs, for the work of the heart. In order not to knock down the work of the heart rhythm, men are advised to wear the watch on the opposite, that is, on the right hand.

With women, it's just the opposite. Energy points in women are located on the right hand and are responsible for the functioning of the organs. In women wearing the accessory on the right wrist, the heart rate may go astray, which can lead to poor health. Women should wear them on their left wrist.

Can we believe or not ancient Chinese doctors? But the fact that the clock stops after the death of the owner remains unexplored.

Psychologists say that a person's character can be determined by which hand he wears a watch on. If a man prefers to wear a stylish accessory on his right wrist, this is a purposeful, self-confident person who achieves his goal. Such people usually reach great heights in their careers, become leaders, businessmen, politicians. They are very busy with business, strive to do everything quickly, they often do not have enough time.

On the right hand, many famous politicians, prominent personalities, and male stars have watches. Pay attention to which wrist the accessory is worn by Alexander Lukashenko and Vladimir Putin. Among the male stars who wear watches on the right hand, David Beckham, Bruce Willis, Ashton Kutcher, Eminem should be noted.

Men who wear the accessory on their left wrist may experience bad luck. No wonder there are many phrases confirming that "left" is bad. The phrases “got up on your left foot”, “walk to the left”, “leftist” are associated with something unpleasant, illegal.

Men must wear the accessory on the right hand, if we talk about the criminal version. Whether it is still active is unknown. According to sources, dark personalities used it. Thieves and swindlers wore an accessory on the right hand. So they showed that you should not steal this thing from "their own". Many townspeople, trying to protect themselves from theft, changed the watch on their right hand.

Watches are an essential and stylish accessory that can tell a lot about the owner. With their help, you can create a certain image, style. They are selected to a certain outfit, jewelry, hairstyle.

To create a new interesting image, it is better to have several different models in the collection. Trying on a classic suit, choose strict models without bright bracelets, rhinestones, hanging details. For casual wear, choose brighter models with interesting patterns, in an unusual design.

When choosing a watch, men should know watch etiquette:

• for a small graceful hand, it is better to pick up a small watch with a thin bracelet;
• with a wide wrist, miniature models will look ugly: choose products that match the thickness of the wrist;
• when choosing a watch, pay attention to the length of the strap: it should not be too tight and pinch the wrist;
• when playing sports, swimming, accessories are removed so as not to damage the surface and the strap.

Don't forget the unspoken rule: it is ugly to look at the dial while the conversation is going on: so you show disrespect to the interlocutor, showing that it is time to stop the conversation.

Women often acquire several different models, create new images, styles. Girls and women wear an accessory on both their left and right hands, it depends on their mood, habits, preferences.

How to wear a watch for the beautiful half of humanity:

• if you have a wedding ring, then the watch should be worn on the left hand;
• you should not wear expensive jewelry and watches on one hand at the same time;
• you should correctly combine the accessory with toilet items: add various bracelets that suit the style, color, design.

If you don't know which hand to wear your watch on, try wearing them alternately. So you can decide which hand to wear them on.

It should be said that There are no specific rules that would indicate on which hand the watch should be worn. There are only certain versions and tips. Believe or listen to them, the person decides.

Next, watch an interesting video that will tell you about the main styles of watches.