i wear a yellow gold wedding band and all my watches are SS been that way for years.

 

I wouldnt do it personally but then again I hate yellow gold or rose gold

 

I would think the wedding band is exempt from any dress code issues.

 

No, your watch and wedding band should match, which is why I don't wear a yellow gold wedding band any more.

No brown shoes with gray or black suits, only blue, and no non matching metal in belts, watches or wedding rings. That's the way us old guys do it.

 

No, your watch and wedding band should match, which is why I don't wear a yellow gold wedding band any more.

No brown shoes with gray or black suits, only blue, and no non matching metal in belts, watches or wedding rings. That's the way us old guys do it.

You are kidding, right? You have never worn grey flannel- or tweed suit with brown brogues? Black and brown = no-no except when it's the other way around (brown suit - black shoes), grey, well let's just say it depends on what kind of fabric and cut that suit has, then decide what shoes to wear with it.

It is clear that usually all metal and leather wear should match in colour and shade, but both wedding and signet rings are exempt. There are other metal wear that is also not quite required to match, eyeglasses for example. If you happen to have a gold tooth, or god forbid an earring, it is not a valid reason to forgo wearing a stainless steel watch.

Even though harmonious ensemble makes it pleasing for the eye, dress too monochromatic, and it becomes boring and you look like you are just trying too hard.

 

When I see it on someone else, it looks fine, but I don't like the look for me.

 

I wear contrasting gold colors all the time, often wear a yg watch with a white gold Cartier bracelet or rose gold. I feel that the contrast in colors makes the gold color even more vibrant

 

Thanks all... I think I would prefer them to match. The ring is white gold, so there's no problem since I would mostly have steel or titanium watches anyhow. Just wondering about what to do when I finally pick up a nice gold vintage piece. Probably wear the wedding ring on the other hand to be honest, because it's rather prominent and modern, and would likely create a rather obvious clash with an elegant dressy vintage piece...

 

I've read that its not an issue. Similar to not needing to match your belt buckle. I only try to somewhat match if I have a bracelet on with a watch.

 

Trust me, people don't care nearly as much as we think they do.

Wear whatever you want.

 

Will people notice? Probably not. But personally I stick with only one metal (white gold). It goes well with my stainless steel watches.

 

I say go for it! My wedding band is rose gold but I could never see myself wearing a rose gold watch honestly, by default I'm always mixing and matching. With anything there's going to be preference of course but I would never wear the same tie and pocket square material so to me it's just natural. I also dislike when women wear the same color shoes and handbag, complementary is important but matching stringently often comes across as odd to my eye.

 

I think it would look just fine.

 

I think a white gold necklace would be more my style.

 

I hope not. I’m not replacing my wedding ring, and there seems to be a lack of grey tungsten watches around.

 

I try to match colors as a rule. My wedding band is silver-colored, so I tend to stay with stainless steel.

However, rules are meant to be broken [emoji6]

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I think it looks better the same color.

 

All things being equal, it would be preferable for the ring and watch metal color to match.

 

It would be preferable for the ring and watch metal color to match, irrespective of which hands they are on.

 

I like them to be the same color, but I think it's ok if they aren't.

 

I had this discussion with my fiancé just the other day. My current watches are all stainless or titanium, so I've been looking at mostly white gold, palladium and platinum rings. However, I could see a day in the future where I purchase a gold (or other) watch. I asked her how she'd feel about me having more than one ring. And to my surprise, she thought it was a great idea!!! She said she doesn't care which one I wear (or the color) as long as I'm wearing one! haa haa.

So, that's another option (if your significant other is flexible)

p.s. Just joined the forum this week and I find it funny that my first post is about rings and not watches.

 

On one hand the wedding band can be considered exempt from the colour match rule, although I prefer mine match. White gold wedding band for me as my watches are mostly silver. If I am sporting' a g-shock, then the black silicone ring it is. Just don't ask about brown shoes and black dress pants... oh my.

 

Like most people, I think it would mesh best if they matched, but I personally am getting a yellow gold signet ring, and I don't own a single gold watch. I think as long as the ring is understated and not blingy, it should be fine and will pass under the radar.

 

I don't see a big deal plus you have to take chances w/your outfits, only way to develop personal style.

 

It seems that this is a matter of taste for each person.

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I was concerned about matching gold and steel when I got married a few years ago. I found two solutions that have helped:

1. A bit of color. The gilt dial on my BB58, the patina on my Speedy, and the Pepsi Bezel on my new Timex Q all seem to help make a gold ring look more at home next to a steel watch. Even something as simple as the red second hand on my Merci LMM-01 and a brown leather strap made the gold and steel play well together.
2. Buy a pack of silicone watch bands for more informal occasions or to help match more monochromatic watches. Most days I wear a black silicone band and my black G-shock. They come in a million colors/styles/textures and are quite cheap (kind of like G-shocks come to think of it).