Is a Rolex diamond bezel too flashy?

[GraffS]

The mop , diamond bezel and diamond markers all together are a bit much for me.
Maybe with a darker watch face for some contrast?
@Suncatcher very good points

Agreed. With a darker face that diamond watch would look gorgeous! But I don’t like the mop faces in general.

 

[pinkmilq]

You are a student on campus & more likely than not, the watch will attract some attention.
I don't think that I would want to be calling attention to myself wearing that watch but that
is your decision. Just think it through before you go through with the purchase
I would look at other high end end watches that perhaps don't have diamonds & go from there
Out of curiosity, are there students that wear this kind of watch on campus?

I’ve never seen any other students with this sort of watch before, but I personally really like watches. I see other students who wear cartier jewelry and carry their laptops in designer bags, etc. I love jewelry and bags too, but I also feel awkward wearing things like that to class. A girl that I had many classes with last semester took her classic flap with her to class regularly. I think Chanel bags are lovely, but taking something like a CF to class sort of rubs me the wrong way. It feels kind of socially inconsiderate… This is also the reason I was very hesitant with the diamonds. I want to have things to work toward and look forward to when I’m older too.

 

[pinkmilq]

Ya… no. Lol

Depends on your vibe imo.
I like fine jewelry but a diamond dial isn’t low key enough for me for a daily wear.

Just deleted the rest of my response, lol


You’re young, you may want a few more watches eventually?
I’d start with a daily wear. I lucked out and picked a super versatile Rolex for me in my early 30s. It’s the SS oyster perpetual; I chose it because from far away no one recognized it as Rolex. I opted for the fluted bezel (more quietly Rolex than Jubilee bracelet) to prevent wear better than a smooth bezel.) I love diamonds so I chose diamond markers.

Now that I’m older, I’d add a watch with a Diamond bezel, but it wouldn’t have served me well before now.

Ya… no. Lol

Depends on your vibe imo.
I like fine jewelry but a diamond dial isn’t low key enough for me for a daily wear.

Just deleted the rest of my response, lol


You’re young, you may want a few more watches eventually?
I’d start with a daily wear. I lucked out and picked a super versatile Rolex for me in my early 30s. It’s the SS oyster perpetual; I chose it because from far away no one recognized it as Rolex. I opted for the fluted bezel (more quietly Rolex than Jubilee bracelet) to prevent wear better than a smooth bezel.) I love diamonds so I chose diamond markers.

Now that I’m older, I’d add a watch with a Diamond bezel, but it wouldn’t have served me well before now.

The one you chose sounds beautiful! After reading everyone’s input and thinking it over, I think something more subtle and casual for everyday would be best!

 

[pinkmilq]

I’m not fond of these choices in one configuration (two tone, diamond bezel, diamond dial, and mother pearl face). This in my opinion is too much because each one is flashy on its own so together it’s just Over the top. This watch is looks fancy to me. If you’re set on Diamond bezel maybe the face should be more plain. Good luck deciding.

Thank you, this is a great point. The more I look at all of the options, I actually think a diamond bezel suits a SS watch a little more. I personally love YG and for things to match my jewelry, so two tone would be the last thing to give up. I agree that all together is a bit too much!

I considered a similar configuration for my first Rolex and, like you, while it was certainly exquisite, I felt it was just too much for my every day lifestyle. Still happy with my decision, even after purchasing a second Rolex for everyday wear. I bling them up with diamond tennis bracelets when the occasion calls for it. And I never wear a watch for black tie or formal occasions anyway. That said, your everyday lifestyle might be vastly different than mine, but given your hesitation I think you made the right decision to hold out for the fluted bezel.

You’re right, lifestyle is very important to consider! I also like your idea about adding other diamond pieces like your tennis bracelets for a little extra sparkle. I don’t usually wear watches when I dress formally either, so there wouldn’t really be a need for a “special occasion watch” at this point in my life.

It's a gorgeous watch. And with what I have now, I'd probably get it.
I have a very subtle IWC and a Two-toned panthere, both great for everyday with the panthere being a little more elevated and dressy (but not particularly decorated or flashy). So it would be something I do not have. And I do diamonds lol.

I do think it is flashy and if I had one it would not be a daily wear watch. I would probably only wear it for special occasions.

I also think because it is a Rolex it is that much more flashier.
Certain brands like Rolex and Cartier are easily recognizable by the general public and can attract unwanted attention or gossip.
Other brands like Piaget, Constantine, AP, PP, surprisingly are not easily recognized by most people. (of course, us on the forum are a different breed )
If you got a two-toned diamond bezel of another brand, it would still be flashy but probably does not have the ostentatious social presence that a Rolex has in today's day and age.

FYI: I am not saying any other diamond watch will attract less attention or be less likely to be stolen etc., it still will attract attention and have that risk, but it just won't have that kind of connotation that a Rolex has. I asked my husband what he thought and he said: hands down yes, very flashy, but not because it has gold and diamonds, but because it is a Rolex. It tells people I have money.

This!! I agree that a non-Rolex watch with diamonds or a similar look wouldn’t carry the same connotation as this one does, simply due to branding. I think with Rolex, opting for a more subtle/everyday watch is best for me right now! (:

 

[880]

I’ve never seen any other students with this sort of watch before, but I personally really like watches. I see other students who wear cartier jewelry and carry their laptops in designer bags, etc. I love jewelry and bags too, but I also feel awkward wearing things like that to class. A girl that I had many classes with last semester took her classic flap with her to class regularly. I think Chanel bags are lovely, but taking something like a CF to class sort of rubs me the wrong way. It feels kind of socially inconsiderate… This is also the reason I was very hesitant with the diamonds. I want to have things to work toward and look forward to when I’m older too.

Then I would hold off on the Diamond bezel for now
JMO

 

[Love Of My Life]

I’ve never seen any other students with this sort of watch before, but I personally really like watches. I see other students who wear cartier jewelry and carry their laptops in designer bags, etc. I love jewelry and bags too, but I also feel awkward wearing things like that to class. A girl that I had many classes with last semester took her classic flap with her to class regularly. I think Chanel bags are lovely, but taking something like a CF to class sort of rubs me the wrong way. It feels kind of socially inconsiderate… This is also the reason I was very hesitant with the diamonds. I want to have things to work toward and look forward to when I’m older too.

At the end of the day, you have to feel comfortable & secure wearing that watch.
That's what really counts.
You seem very hesitant about the diamonds. In your own way, you seem to be sending yourself a message &
perhaps you need to take a little bit more time in making your decision
Would you consider a classic Rolex , wear it & perhaps later on add the diamond bezel?
That would be something to work toward & look forward to, JMO

 

[Cartier<3]

This is a special piece. I don’t think it’s too flashy for everyday wear. I once thought diamond bezel was too much until I got panthere gold with diamond bezel. Also, if you think it’s too flashy for everyday, you can just wear it on the weekends and wear something else during the week. I get all my pieces with diamonds now because I tend to get bored with pieces and want more sparkle.

 

[A bottle of Red]

At the end of the day, you have to feel comfortable & secure wearing that watch.
That's what really counts.
You seem very hesitant about the diamonds. In your own way, you seem to be sending yourself a message &
perhaps you need to take a little bit more time in making your decision
Would you consider a classic Rolex , wear it & perhaps later on add the diamond bezel?
That would be something to work toward & look forward to, JMO

Maybe the diamond piece for graduation

 

[NLVOEWITHLV]

I have this diamond dial diamond bezel Rolex and honestly I never wear it.

 

[NLVOEWITHLV]

This is my plain, less expensive Rolex and it is my everyday beater watch. I also think it is a bit under the radar.

 

[pinkmilq]

This is my plain, less expensive Rolex and it is my everyday beater watch. I also think it is a bit under the radar.View attachment 5830403

It’s gorgeous!! I was considering a SS one too, but all of my jewelry is YG. There’s so many configuration options… it makes it so hard to choose

 

[kelly♡]

It’s gorgeous!! I was considering a SS one too, but all of my jewelry is YG. There’s so many configuration options… it makes it so hard to choose

I wear SS with YG jewelry, but if you think that'd bother you, then go with a two-tone! I think a two-tone can still be a daily, such as one with a simple white face & roman numerals.

 

[Cavalier Girl]

Diamonds on a watch wouldn't be for me, but it is lovely. Buy what makes your heart sing.

 

[Pop Art Suzy]

It’s gorgeous!! I was considering a SS one too, but all of my jewelry is YG. There’s so many configuration options… it makes it so hard to choose

All of my jewelry is YG/RG as well, but I still wear my SS DJ with diamond markers everyday. I love mixing metals, and it's OK to do that these days.

 

[NLVOEWITHLV]

It’s gorgeous!! I was considering a SS one too, but all of my jewelry is YG. There’s so many configuration options… it makes it so hard to choose

Thanks. If you’re ok with it you can still do ss, but if it will bother you then tt is def the way to go!!!