The hand of the second hand on the dial of your timepiece tells you it’s time to change your watch.
Watches and sunglasses take first place among the most-worn fashion accessories in the world, for both men and women.
That is why jewelry artisans never lack originality when they offer us:
“Superb pocket watches with dials set with diamonds and crystals in rose gold, with Milanese mesh-style bracelets, or simply in brown or beige leather with a pure minimalist feel.
Presented in magnificent cases adorned with rhinestones and navy blue sapphire, and with their outlines enhanced with gold-toned metal.”
I can imagine the most stylish among you resisting the growing urge to satisfy the shopping impulse after reading the previous paragraph.🤑
Before rushing to Daniel Wellington, Mickael Kors or even Omega, did you know that there are watches made from natural bamboo wood, maple, walnut or sandalwood at affordable prices? Stylish, elegant and casual, they still keep all the class and glamour that such accessories exude.
Where can I buy my wooden watch?
In jewelry stores or from a watchmaker, you are unlikely to find what you’re looking for. In fact, the models displayed in their windows come from luxury watch brands such as Fossil, Hamilton or even Hilfiger which do not offer, or offer very few, wooden models.
It is indeed on the internet that you will find more watch brands specializing in this type of accessory. Some boast of artisan craftsmanship from assembling the dial and hands to choosing the different types of wood used.
Bamboo watches
Here is the most eco-friendly alternative when it comes to choosing the type of wood used. Indeed, bamboo is a plant that grows without fertilizers or pesticides, which makes it one of the most eco-friendly plants in the world, if not the most eco-friendly plant in the world. We invite you to discover in our blog "L'éco Mag" all the benefits linked to using this plant.
At Bamboo Home Store we have made it our emblem; 90% of the items we offer are made from bamboo. In our collection "Fashion Accessories" we offer a few wooden watch models in sandalwood and, of course, bamboo.
One tree planted
The manufacture of utensils, accessories, and wooden objects of any kind can lead to a certain form of deforestation. That is why we are partners with the One Tree Planted organization. This association invites you to make a $1 donation; each donation helps plant a tree in different places around the world.
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How do I care for my wooden watch?
Clean it with a cotton cloth, like the kind used to clean glasses. You can also apply beeswax. Don’t leave it lying around anywhere; make sure to store your watch in a suitable place.
At home, nothing beats those little storage units you can find via the link below.
Also, do not put your watch unprotected in a backpack; to do this, keep the storage case provided with the watch. This will prevent impacts that will inevitably damage your watch.
Likewise avoid places that are too humid. Of course, you can wash your hands while wearing it; a few drops won’t damage it. But do not go swimming with it. To date, I do not yet know of a model that is 100% waterproof.
Large temperature fluctuations are not recommended. Do not leave them on your car dashboard.
And finally, wear your watch as often as possible. What I’m about to tell you may sound odd, but the wood will absorb the natural essence of your skin, giving it the optimal level of moisture for proper functioning and helping it keep its original color.
Digital and electronic wooden watches.
When you start moving into this kind of category, technology quickly takes over from the natural.Indeed, sports watch models such as connected watches (Smartwatch) do not offer a so-called « eco-friendly » model. These pieces of innovation do much more than tell us the time, which means they require the use of more sophisticated materials.
Nevertheless, we have found a few models with digital displays made from bamboo wood that are very nice.
