The Comprehensive Guide to Colour Coordination for Watch Straps and Outfits

Fashion If you're looking to elevate your watch game, matching your strap to your watch and outfit is a must. The right combination of colours can make all the difference in creating a polished and sophisticated look. In this watch strap colour guide, we'll delve into the principles of colour coordination, from matching your strap to your watch to complementing your outfit.

Matching Your Strap to Your Watch

When it comes to matching your strap to your watch, there are a few things to consider beyond just the colour. Some watches may have a coloured second hand or bezel, for example, that can be fun to pick up on when selecting a strap. Texture is also a consideration; the Sailcloth in the Combi adds a rugged look that's great for rugged character of field watches.

To help you match the colour of your strap to your watch, we've created a colour table that you can use as a guide with 3 great methods of colour matching:

Predominant Watch Colour	Complementary Strap Colours	Analogous Strap Colours	Monochromatic Strap Colours
Black	White, red, green	Grey, dark blue, dark green	Shades of black, grey
Silver	Black, blue, green	Grey, navy blue, light blue	Shades of silver, grey
Gold	Brown, blue, green	Orange, yellow, bronze	Shades of gold, brown
Rose Gold	Black, blue, green	Pink, orange, yellow	Shades of rose gold
White	Black, blue, green	Grey, navy blue, light blue	Shades of white, grey
Blue	Orange, yellow, green	Light blue, navy blue, grey	Shades of blue
Green	Red, orange	Yellow, brown, khaki	Shades of green
Red	Green, yellow, brown	Orange, purple	Shades of red
Yellow	Blue, purple, green	Orange, green, gold	Shades of yellow
Orange	Blue, green	Yellow, red, brown	Shades of orange
Purple	Yellow, green	Blue, red	Shades of purple
Brown	Blue, green, gold	Orange, yellow, beige	Shades of brown

A Black Strap is a great option that just about goes with any watch and outfit.

Complementary colours that are opposite to each other on the colour wheel create a high-contrast look, a great way to show off your watch.
Analogous colours that sit next to each other on the colour wheel and create a harmonious, low-contrast look for your watch.
Monochromatic colours use variations of the same colour and create a sleek, tonal look, great for formal occasions or for coloured dials.

Complementing Your Outfit

Once you've selected a colour strap that complements your watch, it's time to think about how to pair it with your outfit. The good news is that the same principles apply.

A general rule of thumb is to use the same principles mentioned above.

Predominant Clothing Colour	Complementary Strap Colour	Analogous Strap Colour	Monochromatic Strap Colour
Navy Blue	Orange, Yellow, or Brown	Light Blue or Green	Dark Blue or Black
Olive Green	Burgundy, Brown, or Beige	Green or Yellow	Olive or Brown
Grey	Red, Purple, or Yellow	Blue or Green	Grey or Black
Brown	Blue, Green, or Grey	Red or Orange	Brown or Beige
Black	White, Red, or Tan	Grey or Silver	Black or Grey
White	Navy Blue or Black	Grey or Silver	White or Cream
Burgundy	Light Brown, Beige, or Grey	Red or Pink	Burgundy or Red

A Black Strap is a great option that just about goes with any watch and outfit.

It's also worth noting that many people only have one watch, so it's best to make that watch a "strap monster". A strap monster is a watch that looks good on many different straps and colours. Some great Strap Monster watches of note are:

Seiko SKX007, Serica 4512, Seiko TicTac SZSB006, Hamilton Khaki Navy Automatic, HAMILTON Khaki Field Murph 38mm, Seiko's Turtle series, Smiths Everest.
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If you do only have one watch, it's essential to have a variety of straps to switch up your look. Quick-release straps are an excellent choice for this, as they allow you to swap out straps quickly and easily so you can try a few in a matter of minutes with no tools required at all.

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Matching your strap to your watch and outfit is an essential part of elevating your watch game. By considering the principles of colour coordination and selecting the right strap for your watch and outfit, you can create a polished and sophisticated look that's sure to turn heads. Use our colour table as a guide, and don't be afraid to experiment with different colours and textures to find your perfect strap match. Happy coordinating!

If you are wondering which Strap Monster FKM+ Straps suit which styles of watches, have a read of our guide: Matching Strap Monster Straps to Watch Types & More..