SAVOIR FAIRE The perfect strap for your watch

The beauty of a timepiece stems from various essential qualities: the shape of its case, the color of its dial, the size of its hands, its multiple complications, and its mechanism. But that’s not all. The strap or the bracelet that fastens it to your wrist completes the design of your timepiece. It can be endlessly changed to create a unique style and give your favorite watches a new lease on life. Are you keen to switch straps but don’t know where to start? Follow the guide.

Before delving into the details, it’s essential to know that there are several types of bracelets.

• The leather bracelet: Synonymous with elegance and timelessness, it emerged as one of the first options for luxury watch straps. While the earliest watch bracelets were made from cowhide, they come in many varieties, colors, and textures today. Flexible on the wrist, leather straps require specific maintenance and typically have a shorter lifespan compared to metal straps, necessitating more frequent care and, in the worst case, replacement. TAG Heuer leather straps are particularly suited to TAG Heuer Carrera models. 

Inspired by racing, the rally strap is characterized by perforations in the leather, offering a sporty and vintage look. It’s an excellent choice for motor racing and driving enthusiasts, adding a bold and dynamic touch to your wrist. You’ll typically find the rally-style strap on the iconic TAG Heuer Monaco.

• The metal bracelet: This is one of the most popular models. Metal bracelets come in a wide range of styles and materials, from stainless steel and titanium to more precious metals like gold or silver. Metal watch straps are particularly appreciated for their durability. They are versatile enough to match many outfits and environments but can be less flexible than other types of straps. This type of strap is commonly found on TAG Heuer Aquaracer or TAG Heuer Formula 1 models.

• The rubber strap: Available in various patterns and textures, rubber straps have the advantage of an exceptionally long lifespan. Their specific features include lightness and flexibility. Today, rubber straps are ideally suited for sports activities. They are the ideal fit for sports-driven TAG Heuer Connected watches.

• The fabric strap: Fabric straps offer an increasingly popular alternative to traditional metal or leather straps. Lightweight and flexible, they can adjust to fit any wrist size. On the TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Skipper, a strip of leather fabric adds an extra touch of robustness. And elegance.
  

Whatever type of clasp you choose, one rule remains: its color should match that of your watch case.

Last but not least, you must know your strap size before choosing a new strap. We’ve prepared an easy guide to help you find the strap that suits you best. Discover the guide here.