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Hansch99 · 4 March 2011, 11:54 PM

We all know Sean Connery wore a nylon strap with a suit (a tux, even!), but he had a certain liberty to skirt the "rules" of fashion, being a fictional character. For us mere mortals, is nylon with a suit a forbidden combination? Do any of you wear nylon to the office?

I, for one, think some nylon staps, particularly ones with blacked out hardware are subtle enough to wear with a suit, and that their supreme comfort compels me to push the boundaries of what is acceptable office wear.

Speed · 5 March 2011, 12:00 AM

Here we go...although I must say, you gave the "Is it ok to wear a Sub / Sports watch with a Suit" question a nice twist by adding the NATO question.

Many will say a gold/silver metal watch with a leather band is the only proper dress
watch. Forget any watch with a bracelet...

The NATO makes the look uber casual in my view... But if it works for you, enjoy!!!

Dan Pierce · 5 March 2011, 12:07 AM

Do what makes you happy, period.
That pic makes the nylon alternative look particularly good.

dP

CPTL · 5 March 2011, 01:35 AM

If you're really fashion concerned, then no--nylon is not proper with a suit. Only exception would be a casual twill suit--the kind you would wear with a colorful patterned shirt, repp tie, loafers and no socks.

On the other hand, we don't really follow fashion rules anymore. I will admit that when I was actively prosecuting and defending criminal cases and in the courtroom a lot, I wore my 16610 on a NATO quite often, just because when you leave the house at 0400 on a trial day, you're not always thinking about changing your watch.

Wear what you dig.

Dr. Robert · 5 March 2011, 02:15 AM

A NATO w/ a navy blazer & khakis, fine.
A suit......better to go w/ a metal bracelet or leather/reptile skin.
But, I'm 59....younger guys may not give a rat's behind????

BH13GMT · 5 March 2011, 02:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hansch99

We all know Sean Connery wore a nylon strap with a suit (a tux, even!), but he had a certain liberty to skirt the "rules" of fashion, being a fictional character. For us mere mortals, is nylon with a suit a forbidden combination? Do any of you wear nylon to the office?

I, for one, think some nylon staps, particularly ones with blacked out hardware are subtle enough to wear with a suit, and that their supreme comfort compels me to push the boundaries of what is acceptable office wear.

Looks great, the watch carries enough sofistication to pull it off.

Sean Connery is a real person, James Bond is the fictional character

Tools · 5 March 2011, 03:50 AM

It always depends on the image that you want of yourself.......

However, a watch that is too bulky for the shirtsleeve to cover is a bit tacky...

......... But, as long as it matches your tennis shoes, no big deal...

conrail · 5 March 2011, 03:53 AM

As long as you are wearing a classy, conservative suit (i.e. not a mafia suit), any of those strap combos will look just fine. I'd worry more about the suit than whether you have a natro strap or a leather band or a SS bracelet.

Lion · 5 March 2011, 04:06 AM

I say wear what you like regardless of convention.....

JEC · 5 March 2011, 05:03 AM

As long as it isn't an orange NATO, I think it's fine. It gives an air of casual confidence to wear a sporty all-around watch with a suit, a NATO doesn't make it any worse. Day to day I would wear a NATO strap watch... But for formal occasions, dinners, weddings etc - no. Wear a dress watch for special occasions.

garGARgar · 5 March 2011, 05:14 AM

I'm a casual type of guy and don't see a problem with it.

jblaze · 5 March 2011, 05:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Speed

Many will say a gold/silver metal watch with a leather band is the only proper dress
watch. Forget any watch with a bracelet...

The NATO makes the look uber casual in my view... But if it works for you, enjoy!!!

This. Also, divers watches are not dressy anyway, so the nato is your 2nd problem, if you actually want to be "proper".

brownbear · 5 March 2011, 06:57 AM

I would not do it..

Eric88 · 13 March 2011, 11:15 PM

It looks great in your photo! I've never done it and have historically not been a huge fan of NATO straps due to the amount of extra strap that I have to tuck. However, I've actually been wearing one this weekend and I'm warming up to it.

HL65 · 13 March 2011, 11:21 PM

Bond James Bond. If it was good enough for him it works fine for me. Wear whatever suits you. Who cares what anyone else thinks! Cheers!

Howie · 13 March 2011, 11:49 PM

[QUOTE=Hansch99;2355235]We all know Sean Connery wore a nylon strap with a suit (a tux, even!), but he had a certain liberty to skirt the "rules" of fashion, being a fictional character. For us mere mortals, is nylon with a suit a forbidden combination? Do any of you wear nylon to the office?

Fiction indeed - if I recall, Bond wore his tux under a wetsuit so that he could infiltrate the dinner party undetected.

He also set up some explosives and was counting down the seconds with his Sub in the scene we're all thinking of..

It seems Bond was using his sub as Rolex originally intended - as a toolwatch. So I think a nylon strap was appropriate given those circumstances. In that context, a nylon strap with a business suit for a boardroom meeting may seem a bit out of place...

But then, I'm also a believer that you should wear what you like.

dalip · 13 March 2011, 11:54 PM

I think it looks fine in your pic...

Watch Professor · 14 March 2011, 12:00 AM

Too informal. In fact, nylon shouldn't be worn with a Rolex.

Le Chef · 14 March 2011, 03:01 AM

If you don't have anything more appropriate to wear with a suit you don't really have much choice.

LWRN · 14 March 2011, 03:29 AM

Mr. Bond is a fictional character, yes, but what he represents is masculinity at its manliness. Fashion, IMHO, has this notion of following and conforming to the masses, turning its captives into mindless drones. What ever happened to style, which is more personal. The man in that picture portrays the free thinker, an adventurer, a power broker and one who sets the trend. It's style over fashion, go out and be a man. I like it. And remember, when all the other gents are wearing their ultra slims on crocodile, its going be this guy who leaves with the babe.

Dweller of the Sea · 14 March 2011, 03:29 AM

For me it is a no-go

, unless it is a geuine MilSub or you really are James Bond.

Then again, whatever makes one happy. If I see someone in a suit wearing a Nato, it doesn´t make me think less of him.

On the other hand, you also see a lot of plastic Casio with suits, so a Rolex on Nato in that crowd, is certainly good taste

threemonkeys · 14 March 2011, 07:40 AM

I look at it in the context of the total package. That is - are your shoes shined, (nice)suit pressed, nice tie, etc. If so, screw convention and go with what makes you feel good. The confident attitude you exude is more important than what statement a particular band will or will not make as far as others are concerned. Besides, who always wants to follow the rules all the time anyway (boring, yes?). In my humble opinion, of course.

HKtoter · 14 March 2011, 09:52 AM

Has anyone ever been approached and been told thier watch, watchstrap or bracelet is not appropriate for the worn attire?

A Rolex fastened with mint dental-floss would be better than the junk of what I've seen on peoples wrists lately.

Andad · 14 March 2011, 11:08 AM

Can't vote on this one - I don't have a suit.

DG123 · 14 March 2011, 11:17 AM

Wetsuit, yes.

Zhanger · 14 March 2011, 11:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Howie

It seems Bond was using his sub as Rolex originally intended - as a toolwatch. So I think a nylon strap was appropriate given those circumstances.

Very well put, Howie.

To OP, be sure to wear a scarf instead of a tie to complete the look.

Michael M. · 14 March 2011, 11:41 AM

Doesn't look bad, but it's not to professional.

View Poll Results: NATO with a suit?
Nylon should never be worn with a suit.	40	47.62%
Some people could pull it off, but other options are more appropriate.	20	23.81%
I sometimes wear nylon with a suit, but think it's pushing it.	9	10.71%
I wear nylon with my suits frequently, and think it's just fine.	15	17.86%
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4 March 2011, 11:54 PM	#1
Hansch99 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: USA Watch: 14060M, 116200 Posts: 318	Nylon, NATO, G10 with a suit? We all know Sean Connery wore a nylon strap with a suit (a tux, even!), but he had a certain liberty to skirt the "rules" of fashion, being a fictional character. For us mere mortals, is nylon with a suit a forbidden combination? Do any of you wear nylon to the office? I, for one, think some nylon staps, particularly ones with blacked out hardware are subtle enough to wear with a suit, and that their supreme comfort compels me to push the boundaries of what is acceptable office wear.

5 March 2011, 12:07 AM	#3
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,182	Do what makes you happy, period. That pic makes the nylon alternative look particularly good. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

5 March 2011, 01:35 AM	#4
CPTL "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: Texas on my mind Watch: Sub Date; SS/WG DJ Posts: 2,445	If you're really fashion concerned, then no--nylon is not proper with a suit. Only exception would be a casual twill suit--the kind you would wear with a colorful patterned shirt, repp tie, loafers and no socks. On the other hand, we don't really follow fashion rules anymore. I will admit that when I was actively prosecuting and defending criminal cases and in the courtroom a lot, I wore my 16610 on a NATO quite often, just because when you leave the house at 0400 on a trial day, you're not always thinking about changing your watch. Wear what you dig. __________________ 16610 Submariner Date; D Serial 16234 DateJust SS with WG Fluted Bezel & Jubillee, White Roman Dial; F Serial 16570 Explorer II White Dial; M Serial And Hers: 78240 Mid-Size DateJust SS with Domed Bezel & Oyster, White Roman; D Serial

5 March 2011, 02:15 AM	#5
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,044	A NATO w/ a navy blazer & khakis, fine. A suit......better to go w/ a metal bracelet or leather/reptile skin. But, I'm 59....younger guys may not give a rat's behind???? __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

5 March 2011, 12:00 AM	#2
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Here we go...although I must say, you gave the "Is it ok to wear a Sub / Sports watch with a Suit" question a nice twist by adding the NATO question. Many will say a gold/silver metal watch with a leather band is the only proper dress watch. Forget any watch with a bracelet... The NATO makes the look uber casual in my view... But if it works for you, enjoy!!!

5 March 2011, 03:50 AM	#7
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,495	It always depends on the image that you want of yourself....... However, a watch that is too bulky for the shirtsleeve to cover is a bit tacky... ......... But, as long as it matches your tennis shoes, no big deal... __________________ (Chill ... It's just a watch Forum.....) NAWCC Member

5 March 2011, 03:53 AM	#8
conrail "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Boston Posts: 3,177	As long as you are wearing a classy, conservative suit (i.e. not a mafia suit), any of those strap combos will look just fine. I'd worry more about the suit than whether you have a natro strap or a leather band or a SS bracelet. __________________ "Oh, you give a f****' aspirin a headache, pal!"

5 March 2011, 04:06 AM	#9
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	I say wear what you like regardless of convention..... __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

5 March 2011, 05:03 AM	#10
JEC Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: J. Location: Montreal Watch: Speedmaster Pro Posts: 232	As long as it isn't an orange NATO, I think it's fine. It gives an air of casual confidence to wear a sporty all-around watch with a suit, a NATO doesn't make it any worse. Day to day I would wear a NATO strap watch... But for formal occasions, dinners, weddings etc - no. Wear a dress watch for special occasions.

5 March 2011, 05:14 AM	#11
garGARgar "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Gary Location: New York, NY Watch: 16610LV Posts: 711	I'm a casual type of guy and don't see a problem with it. __________________ 16610LV 126334 116710LN

5 March 2011, 06:57 AM	#13
brownbear "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: Danny Location: georgia Watch: it Bub Posts: 1,334	I would not do it..

13 March 2011, 11:15 PM	#14
Eric88 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: 88 keys Posts: 2,241	It looks great in your photo! I've never done it and have historically not been a huge fan of NATO straps due to the amount of extra strap that I have to tuck. However, I've actually been wearing one this weekend and I'm warming up to it.

13 March 2011, 11:21 PM	#15
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 63,991	Bond James Bond. If it was good enough for him it works fine for me. Wear whatever suits you. Who cares what anyone else thinks! Cheers! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

13 March 2011, 11:49 PM	#16
Howie "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: New York Posts: 1,037	[QUOTE=Hansch99;2355235]We all know Sean Connery wore a nylon strap with a suit (a tux, even!), but he had a certain liberty to skirt the "rules" of fashion, being a fictional character. For us mere mortals, is nylon with a suit a forbidden combination? Do any of you wear nylon to the office? Fiction indeed - if I recall, Bond wore his tux under a wetsuit so that he could infiltrate the dinner party undetected. He also set up some explosives and was counting down the seconds with his Sub in the scene we're all thinking of.. It seems Bond was using his sub as Rolex originally intended - as a toolwatch. So I think a nylon strap was appropriate given those circumstances. In that context, a nylon strap with a business suit for a boardroom meeting may seem a bit out of place... But then, I'm also a believer that you should wear what you like.

13 March 2011, 11:54 PM	#17
dalip "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Dalip Location: Mumbai and Perth Watch: Rolex PAM Omega Posts: 18,656	I think it looks fine in your pic... __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------ *"The liar's punishment is not in the least that he is not believed, but that he cannot believe anyone else." George Bernard Shaw*

14 March 2011, 12:00 AM	#18
Watch Professor "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Myron Location: New York Watch: GMT IIC; Sub Date Posts: 3,166	Too informal. In fact, nylon shouldn't be worn with a Rolex. __________________

14 March 2011, 03:01 AM	#19
Le Chef "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 2,005	If you don't have anything more appropriate to wear with a suit you don't really have much choice.

14 March 2011, 03:29 AM	#20
LWRN "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Allover Watch: PO/SubC Posts: 160	Mr. Bond is a fictional character, yes, but what he represents is masculinity at its manliness. Fashion, IMHO, has this notion of following and conforming to the masses, turning its captives into mindless drones. What ever happened to style, which is more personal. The man in that picture portrays the free thinker, an adventurer, a power broker and one who sets the trend. It's style over fashion, go out and be a man. I like it. And remember, when all the other gents are wearing their ultra slims on crocodile, its going be this guy who leaves with the babe.

14 March 2011, 03:29 AM	#21
Dweller of the Sea "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: EU Watch: ing TRF Posts: 576	For me it is a no-go , unless it is a geuine MilSub or you really are James Bond. Then again, whatever makes one happy. If I see someone in a suit wearing a Nato, it doesn´t make me think less of him. On the other hand, you also see a lot of plastic Casio with suits, so a Rolex on Nato in that crowd, is certainly good taste

14 March 2011, 07:40 AM	#22
threemonkeys "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Craig Location: Seattle-ish, USA Watch: GMTIIc, AK, LVc Posts: 7,022	I look at it in the context of the total package. That is - are your shoes shined, (nice)suit pressed, nice tie, etc. If so, screw convention and go with what makes you feel good. The confident attitude you exude is more important than what statement a particular band will or will not make as far as others are concerned. Besides, who always wants to follow the rules all the time anyway (boring, yes?). In my humble opinion, of course.

14 March 2011, 09:52 AM	#23
HKtoter "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Steve Location: Roll Tide Watch: 16710 Pepsi Posts: 1,025	Has anyone ever been approached and been told thier watch, watchstrap or bracelet is not appropriate for the worn attire? A Rolex fastened with mint dental-floss would be better than the junk of what I've seen on peoples wrists lately. __________________ LUG HOLE LOYALIST

14 March 2011, 11:08 AM	#24
Andad 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 37,493	Can't vote on this one - I don't have a suit. __________________ E

14 March 2011, 11:17 AM	#25
DG123 "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: San Francisco, Ca Watch: Oyster Perpetual Posts: 1,629	Wetsuit, yes.

14 March 2011, 11:41 AM	#27
Michael M. Banned Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Newport Beach, CA Posts: 8,391	Doesn't look bad, but it's not to professional.

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