When choosing a luxury watch, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by different styles. Chronograph, dive, dress, field — each has its own purpose, design language, and feel on the wrist. But how do you know which one is right for your lifestyle and look?
In this guide, we break down the key watch styles and help you match the perfect Mateo Moretti timepiece to your everyday needs.
1. Dress Watch – Refined and Minimal
Best for: Formal occasions, business settings, elegant dinners
Dress watches are defined by simplicity and thinness. They're designed to slide easily under a shirt cuff and complement suits and tuxedos.
Typical features:
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Clean dial with minimal complications
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Leather strap or slim metal bracelet
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Slim case (often 6–9mm thick)
Mateo Moretti pick: Varenna
Elegant, polished, and designed for timeless sophistication.
2. Chronograph Watch – Sporty and Functional
Best for: Casual wear, sporty looks, and those who love mechanical details
Chronographs feature extra subdials used as stopwatches. They add a functional, technical vibe and often feel bolder on the wrist.
Typical features:
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Multiple subdials
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Pushers on the side
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Tachymeter or other scales on bezel
Mateo Moretti pick: Anapo Nero
Bold, masculine, and equipped for action with a sleek finish.
3. Dive Watch – Rugged and Adventurous
Best for: Travel, water activities, everyday durability
Originally designed for underwater use, dive watches are known for their robust build and high water resistance. Today, they’re popular even outside the ocean due to their bold look and reliability.
Typical features:
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Rotating bezel for timing
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Luminous markers
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Water resistance (100–300m or more)
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Chunkier case and metal or rubber strap
Mateo Moretti pick: Vieste
Built for performance, but stylish enough for everyday wear.
4. Field Watch – Military-Inspired Practicality
Best for: Casual outfits, outdoor settings, minimalist lovers
Field watches are simple, durable, and rooted in military history. Their clean design and easy-to-read dials make them popular among men who prefer subtle style.
Typical features:
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Arabic numerals
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Matte dial and case
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Canvas, leather, or NATO straps
Mateo Moretti pick: Iseo
Refined enough for urban life, rugged enough for the outdoors.
Which Watch Should You Choose?
Ask yourself:
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Do I wear a suit often? Go dress.
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Do I want something sporty? Try a chronograph.
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Am I active or traveling? Dive watch.
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Do I love simplicity and function? Field style.
Or — go for a versatile model that blends these categories in a subtle way.
Final Thought
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to watches — and that’s the beauty of it. Your watch should reflect how you live and who you are.
At Mateo Moretti, we design watches that balance elegance, function, and lifestyle — whether you're in the boardroom, by the sea, or out for dinner.
Explore the collection and find the style that speaks to you.
