The best luxury watch straps to shop for

By enthusiasts, for enthusiasts – Delugs is a homegrown brand that has been in operation since 2018, bringing together artisanal leather straps made from Epsom, Buttero, Shell Cordovan and more. Since then, they have expanded their range of leather with varying grains and finishes, as well as watch-specific straps for the likes of the Vacheron Constantin Overseas, CartierSantos de Cartier and TissotPRX, with rubber options.

With a far reach of over fifty cities, Horus Straps is beloved by clients across continents. Even celebrities are getting into them, like Cristiano Ronaldo pictured here rocking the orange camo band. Merging comfort with contemporary designs, the straps are made to complement Swiss-manufactured watches such as Audemars Piguet, Breitling, Tag Heuer and more.

This brand prides itself on straps made specifically for every modern Rolex on the market. While they also have straps for Paneraiand Tudormodels, they carry universal straps in leather, rubber and nylon. Everest also offers a range of pouches, rolls and a watch box to keep your investments nice and snug.

Focusing solely on rubber straps, this brand uses a special molecular fusion method to create its own base material, which makes it much more resistant to environmental factors such as UV rays that would otherwise cause deterioration. Not to forget, the rubber is also hypoallergenic, perfect for those with sensitive skin.

When it comes to colour, this Singaporean-based brand is a standout, with a wide selection of leathers with different textures and even exotic options at an affordable price. Of course, if none of the ready stock hits the mark, simply create a custom piece where you have full authority to choose all the details including the colour of the stitching.

Hailing from Paris, this atelier has been around for three generations. It is a formidable force in the watch strap scene, thanks to the founder Jean-Claude Perrin, who was also responsible for the launch of the prestigious leather goods brand Camille Fournet and Creation Jean-Claude Perrin. Ranging from $30 to $1000, all bands are made to last and leave a fantastic impression.

Local brand Solitaire takes the phrase “go big or go home” to heart. While some companies specialise in straps for a handful of brands, Solitaire has options for every major brand and then some such as Jacob and Co, Urwerk and Philip Stein – perfect for those who collect unique timepieces.

This article was originally published in Harper’s Bazaar Singapore.

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