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2Redbulls · 6 March 2016, 03:51 PM

Hi Gents,

I'm running into a problem and curious whether it's just my perception or whether most agree with me.

I recently acquired a blue dial yachtmaster and REALLY like the watch but I'm a real casual guy. Jeans and a collared shirt is the most dressed up I get to work and generally speaking, I dress down even more since I work from home most days. Based on my preference for dressing down, I'm having a hard time wearing my Yachtmaster with my clothing. My Hulk dresses down easily, I can even get away with the YMII but the blue yachtmaster seems at odds with my dressed down style.

Any other owners feel the same way or have some pics to set me straight?

TIA!

japenney · 6 March 2016, 03:54 PM

Your overthinking it. Any Rolex sports watch can be dressed down. It looks great in my opinion. Now if you have fallen out of love with that particular watch that is another story.

Rookie52 · 6 March 2016, 04:02 PM

Have to agree. The blue dial YM is a very versatile model - doesn't look out of place with shorts and flip flops let alone jeans. Wear and enjoy! Beautiful watch

pfg1 · 6 March 2016, 05:39 PM

The PCLs, polished case and raised, polished Arabic numerals on the bezel make it flashy. And then there is that awesome sunburst blue dial!

Try a NATO strap in black or pinstripe. Works for me......

rouxeny · 6 March 2016, 06:11 PM

Uh, I walk around in my wet board shorts, tank top with holes, and sandy slippahs wearing that watch.

That's about as dressed down as you can get. It may be one step away from Derelicte.

Relax, it's going to be fine.

captain_NEMO · 6 March 2016, 06:16 PM

I see what you're saying, blue and high polish can make it a tad flashy. But you can definitely dress down with this watch without looking out of place. Most, if not, all of the professional line of Rolexes are very versatile.

Nice piece, nice collection!!

PanosI · 6 March 2016, 06:41 PM

This thread might be useful for you

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=364986

And for better all around pics

http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=383790

Furbo · 6 March 2016, 09:59 PM

It's all in your head.

Cru Jones · 6 March 2016, 10:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Furbo

It's all in your head.

5 very true words.

RastabanStar · 7 March 2016, 12:11 AM

I understand what you're saying... I went through a very similar thought process regarding the new Sub Ceramic.

The SubC has a little more shininess/bling than the pre-ceramic, which is why many on this board say its more jewelry than tool watch. However, after performing a couple sophisticated scientific observations

, I came to the conclusion that this difference is only noticed when looking at the watch for at least 10 seconds at a distance of less than 12 inches.

Conclusion: No one else will think your watch is too dressy. They won't notice it at all. Its only your opinion after staring at the watch too long. Try not to let it affect your enjoyment of the piece. It's a unique and beautiful Rolex.

mjclark32 · 7 March 2016, 12:15 AM

Agree that you're over thinking it, I'm sure it looks awesome in any setting

Brucie D · 7 March 2016, 01:41 AM

Style is ultimately your own creation. I love the blue dial YM and would wear it with anything. Don't get into your own head too much about it. Cheers.

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sea-dweller · 7 March 2016, 01:46 AM

Great collection!

tkc324 · 7 March 2016, 01:48 AM

Looks pretty casual to me. It's all in your head man.

Danny83 · 7 March 2016, 02:02 AM

Nice trio you can dress up or down with any of those.

RichM · 7 March 2016, 02:19 AM

IMHO you could wear that thing with a tuxedo or you could wear it with jeans.

As I've read here, don't over think it.

Really nice trio.

ltmgeller · 7 March 2016, 02:24 AM

I'm wearing my YG ddII with a dirty tshirt, 25 year old sweat pants, and some flip flops. I feel the watch makes the outfit. That's just me. I hope you come to enjoy your awesome watch with whatever you are wearing.

AK797 · 7 March 2016, 02:49 AM

Yes when I saw that blue dial I immediately put my shades on... then I put my own blue dial on.

You're fine.

sitka39 · 7 March 2016, 02:50 AM

Judging from that picture alone I wouldn't worry about it...

darwin95 · 7 March 2016, 03:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ltmgeller

I'm wearing my YG ddII with a dirty tshirt, 25 year old sweat pants, and some flip flops. I feel the watch makes the outfit. That's just me. I hope you come to enjoy your awesome watch with whatever you are wearing.

Exactly.
It's in your head.. Not how others would judge. Some people, including myself have no issue walking around in casual outfit with solid gold on their wrists. I think you can with your YMII blue.

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zion_rasta · 7 March 2016, 03:40 AM

I would wear that YM blue dial on my underwear and still looks good.

Here are some alternatives to tone it done:
1. NATO strap
2. Toshi or Gunny strap (long lead time)
3. Everest leather strap with end links

Invest on a Bergeon 6825-ff tool and enjoy the strap madness.

jrs146 · 7 March 2016, 03:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by japenney

Your overthinking it. Any Rolex sports watch can be dressed down. It looks great in my opinion. Now if you have fallen out of love with that particular watch that is another story.

I agree. It looks great dressed down. Don't get too caught up in the thoughts. The big difference between the YM and the sub is the PCLs which to me look great dressed up OR down. In fact, I think your YM is your most versatile piece. Now, if you no longer enjoy it... That's another story.

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cdmorenot · 7 March 2016, 04:18 AM

I think the YM goes well with pretty much anything. I do however wish the lugs were not polished.

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6 March 2016, 03:51 PM	#1
2Redbulls "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Morgan Hill, CA Watch: I give up.. Posts: 719	Dressing down a blue dial Yachtmaster Hi Gents, I'm running into a problem and curious whether it's just my perception or whether most agree with me. I recently acquired a blue dial yachtmaster and REALLY like the watch but I'm a real casual guy. Jeans and a collared shirt is the most dressed up I get to work and generally speaking, I dress down even more since I work from home most days. Based on my preference for dressing down, I'm having a hard time wearing my Yachtmaster with my clothing. My Hulk dresses down easily, I can even get away with the YMII but the blue yachtmaster seems at odds with my dressed down style. Any other owners feel the same way or have some pics to set me straight? TIA!

6 March 2016, 05:39 PM	#4
pfg1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Wisconsin Watch: 116622 YM Blue Posts: 505	The PCLs, polished case and raised, polished Arabic numerals on the bezel make it flashy. And then there is that awesome sunburst blue dial! Try a NATO strap in black or pinstripe. Works for me...... __________________ Life is filled with choices......and consequences! 2019 Sky-Dweller Giveaway 2019 GMT CHNR Giveaway 2019 DEEPSEA Giveaway 2018 Rolex Red SD43 Giveaway 2018 Bond Submariner Giveaway 2020 Rolex + Tudor GMT Giveaway 2020 Rolex Submariner Giveaway

7 March 2016, 12:15 AM	#11
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	Agree that you're over thinking it, I'm sure it looks awesome in any setting __________________

7 March 2016, 01:46 AM	#13
sea-dweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Dennis Location: Bay Area - 925 Posts: 40,018	Great collection! __________________ TRF Member #6699 (since September 2007)

7 March 2016, 02:19 AM	#16
RichM 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Real Name: Richie Location: "Nowhere Man" Watch: out now,take care! Posts: 29,770	IMHO you could wear that thing with a tuxedo or you could wear it with jeans. As I've read here, don't over think it. Really nice trio. __________________ "I love to work at nothing all day" TRF #139960

6 March 2016, 03:54 PM	#2
japenney "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Real Name: Josh Location: Canada Watch: undecided Posts: 4,777	Your overthinking it. Any Rolex sports watch can be dressed down. It looks great in my opinion. Now if you have fallen out of love with that particular watch that is another story.

6 March 2016, 04:02 PM	#3
Rookie52 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Toronto Posts: 591	Have to agree. The blue dial YM is a very versatile model - doesn't look out of place with shorts and flip flops let alone jeans. Wear and enjoy! Beautiful watch

6 March 2016, 06:11 PM	#5
rouxeny "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Real Name: Andrew Location: Maui Posts: 686	Uh, I walk around in my wet board shorts, tank top with holes, and sandy slippahs wearing that watch. That's about as dressed down as you can get. It may be one step away from Derelicte. Relax, it's going to be fine.

6 March 2016, 06:16 PM	#6
captain_NEMO "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2016 Real Name: Jansky Location: Midwest Watch: this! Hold my beer Posts: 610	I see what you're saying, blue and high polish can make it a tad flashy. But you can definitely dress down with this watch without looking out of place. Most, if not, all of the professional line of Rolexes are very versatile. Nice piece, nice collection!!

6 March 2016, 06:41 PM	#7
PanosI 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2008 Real Name: Panos Location: Athens, Greece Watch: 16710 Posts: 8,704	This thread might be useful for you http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=364986 And for better all around pics http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=383790

6 March 2016, 09:59 PM	#8
Furbo "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Slovenia, EU Watch: BLNR Posts: 1,507	It's all in your head.

7 March 2016, 12:11 AM	#10
RastabanStar "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Florida Posts: 343	I understand what you're saying... I went through a very similar thought process regarding the new Sub Ceramic. The SubC has a little more shininess/bling than the pre-ceramic, which is why many on this board say its more jewelry than tool watch. However, after performing a couple sophisticated scientific observations , I came to the conclusion that this difference is only noticed when looking at the watch for at least 10 seconds at a distance of less than 12 inches. Conclusion: No one else will think your watch is too dressy. They won't notice it at all. Its only your opinion after staring at the watch too long. Try not to let it affect your enjoyment of the piece. It's a unique and beautiful Rolex.

7 March 2016, 01:41 AM	#12
Brucie D "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Real Name: Bruce Location: Saskatoon SK CAN Watch: DJ / BLNR / SUBCLV Posts: 1,381	Style is ultimately your own creation. I love the blue dial YM and would wear it with anything. Don't get into your own head too much about it. Cheers. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

7 March 2016, 01:48 AM	#14
tkc324 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Real Name: Tom Location: Chi town Watch: Daytona AP DD Sub Posts: 3,717	Looks pretty casual to me. It's all in your head man.

7 March 2016, 02:02 AM	#15
Danny83 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Danny Location: Bay Area CA Watch: Yellow Gold Posts: 20,312	Nice trio you can dress up or down with any of those.

7 March 2016, 02:24 AM	#17
ltmgeller 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 22,580	I'm wearing my YG ddII with a dirty tshirt, 25 year old sweat pants, and some flip flops. I feel the watch makes the outfit. That's just me. I hope you come to enjoy your awesome watch with whatever you are wearing.

7 March 2016, 02:49 AM	#18
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Yes when I saw that blue dial I immediately put my shades on... then I put my own blue dial on. You're fine.

7 March 2016, 02:50 AM	#19
sitka39 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Europe Posts: 99	Judging from that picture alone I wouldn't worry about it...

7 March 2016, 03:40 AM	#21
zion_rasta "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Planet Earth Watch: GMT II ceramic Posts: 1,590	I would wear that YM blue dial on my underwear and still looks good. Here are some alternatives to tone it done: 1. NATO strap 2. Toshi or Gunny strap (long lead time) 3. Everest leather strap with end links Invest on a Bergeon 6825-ff tool and enjoy the strap madness. __________________ Sky Dweller WG 326139 GMT II 116710LN Submariner 1680 Sold - Daytona 116523; YM 116622; Datejust 16233

7 March 2016, 04:18 AM	#23
cdmorenot 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: Carlos. Location: NNJ - MDE Watch: = Want them all. Posts: 3,697	I think the YM goes well with pretty much anything. I do however wish the lugs were not polished. Sent from my SM-N920T using Tapatalk __________________ \| Breguet \| Cartier \| Casio \| Hublot \| IWC \| Omega \| Rolex \| Seiko \|

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