[Rubber Strap Watch] Summer Watches that complement summer outfits

Summer fashion is lighter. Roll up your shirt sleeves, wear shorts, and add sandals and sunglasses. In a season where layering doesn't create depth, the wristwatch on your wrist greatly influences your style. Lightness, practicality, playfulness of color, and a definite presence that works on your wrist. Summer watches give a clear outline and playfulness to summer clothes that are not just cool. Whether you're walking around town, heading to the beach, or spending an afternoon on the terrace, the impression you give changes dramatically depending on the watch you choose. Here, we propose summer outfits that make the most of summer watches, divided into six categories.

The gray rubber straps seamlessly connect to the relaxed style.

　A checkered open-collar shirt is paired with white trousers with a belt hanging down. Leather sandals complete the look, creating a clean and relaxed mood. The trousers, made of wool-cotton twill, have a unique fullness and drape that gives the relaxed outfit a refined and polished feel. An Omega Seamaster Diver 300M is added to the ensemble. The gray dial and rubber strap softly connect the light-toned outfit. This is a layered look based on white, accented with the depth of gray.

Rubber straps × White pants

　A watch with a rubber strap brings comfort and sporty practicality to summer attire. The Omega Seamaster Diver 300M is a leading example of a diver's watch that has continued to evolve since its inception in 1993. This particular model's gray dial has a metallic look that draws attention to the wrist. The gray rubber strap also contributes to its suitability for light summer clothing.

Hamilton / Khaki Navy Scuba
This design combines a black textured dial reminiscent of waves with a turquoise rubber strap. The refreshing color scheme and sporty look make it suitable for a wide range of occasions, from city life to weekends spent by the water. It adds a sophisticated and light touch to your summer style. Automatic movement (Cal. H-10). 25 jewels. 21,600 vibrations/hour. Power reserve approximately 80 hours. Stainless steel case (40mm diameter, 13mm thickness). 100m water resistance. ¥139,700. (Inquiries) Hamilton/Swatch Group Japan Tel. 03-6254-7371

Rado Diastar Original Skeleton Limited Edition
The red ring dial and strap highlight the skeletonized movement. Floating indices and green luminous paint guide the eye, creating an open design that allows you to enjoy the summery colors and the depth of the transparent mechanism on your wrist. Automatic winding (Cal. R808). 25 jewels. 21,600 vibrations/hour. Power reserve of approximately 80 hours. Ceramos™ x stainless steel case (diameter 38.0mm, thickness 11.9mm). 100m water resistance. 386,100 yen. (Inquiries) Rado/Swatch Group Japan Tel. 03-6254-733

　When choosing white pants to go with such a watch, you'll want to consider not only the lightness of the white color, but also the differences in material and shape. First up is the "New Snow Pants" from Konorojika, a modern reinterpretation of military snow pants. Made with a cotton-linen blend weather fabric, they retain the ruggedness of their military origins while offering a soft, pleasant texture and a beautiful form (Photo 1).

　ATON's work pants are made from a wool-cotton twill fabric, with wool used for the warp and cotton for the weft. The washing and brushing process gives them a drape and a firm feel. They feature a matching fabric belt and patch pockets, while the front pleats give them a refined look (Photo 2). Fullcount's "Monroe Denim" is selvedge denim made from undyed organic extra-long staple Zimbabwean cotton. The high-waisted silhouette that makes the waist look neat is also suitable for wearing with leather shoes (Photo 3).

　The gray rubber straps lightly connect the outfit, and the white pants give the whole look a clean finish. In this outfit with a limited color palette, the difference in materials creates character.