The half-price hide
Mobvoi Ticwatch Leather Strap
You know how Mobvoi makes Wear OS
smartwatches that nail the essentials
without costing the earth? Turns out it does
simple bands to match. Take this leather
loop: attached to your Ticwatch, it’s sure to
impress boardroom big-hitters and bank
managers alike.
£15 / mobvoi.comThe holey hoop
Withings Silicone Wristband
Leather loops are lovely, but they’re not
built for swimming. If your watch goes with
you from pavement to pool, you need a
strap to match. This drilled silicone number
will keep your Withings firmly attached
through laps and reps alike, while a host
of holes means sweat can escape.
£30 / withings.comThe ethical canvas
Casetify Saffiano Initial Band
Like the idea of monogrammed leather but
not a fan of cow skin? For customisation in
a woke new world, try Casetify’s Saffiano
straps. Made from vegan leather that’s
sweat-proof and scratch-resistant, each
can be tweaked with three colours of your
choice, with the option to add initials.
£40 / casetify.comThe sporty saint
Apple (Product)Red Sport Loop
Sport and philanthropy go well together, but
you don’t need to be a super-rich footballer
to make a difference: just buy this
lightweight nylon strap. Not only will its
breathable build help you handle the sweaty
pressure of the penalty spot, but you’ll also
be supporting HIV prevention programmes.
£49 / apple.comThe tangerine tan
Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2
Leather Band
Brown getting you down? For a zestier take
on the standard tanned band, try this orange
Galaxy strap. Hewn from natural leather and
compatible with a bowlful of Samsung
tickers, its fruity hue will add a daily dash
of citrus to your wrist.
£70 / samsung.comThe woven glower
Fitbit Versa Woven Reflective Band
For a waste-free strap, you could get crafty
with some safety pins and a spare sock. Or,
for sustainable style without the risk of
pricking, try this one from Fitbit: its woven
fibre is fashioned from recycled plastic
bottles, while a reflective strip ensures your
eco commitment can’t be missed.
£30 / fitbit.comReady for a wrist
assessment, Chris Rowlands
heads to band camp in
search of stylish and sturdy
straps to fit every tickerThe stainless strip
Fossil Smoke Steel Mesh Bracelet
Want the best Wi-Fi coverage? You need
a mesh network. Want the best wrist
coverage? You need this mesh bracelet.
Crafted from stainless steel and equipped
with a shiny but subtle buckle, it pairs with
a Fossil Gen 5 for one of the best-looking
smartwatch ensembles around.
£49 / fossil.comThe rugged ribbon
Suunto Explore 1
When it comes to watches for the
wilderness, there’s an unwritten rule that
chunkier is better. So it is with this sturdy
silicone strap from Suunto: hefty at 24mm,
it’s textured like the mountains and
designed to withstand dunkings, dirt
and dozy drops.
£45 / suunto.com1 Material world
Silicone is swell for sweaty gym sessions, while
nylon bands promise rugged comfort. Metal is
strong and stylish, but leather goes well with
anything – except a swimsuit.2 Fit rate
Some smartwatches use proprietary fittings,
so you won’t find a one-fit wonder. That said,
many accept standard-width straps – usually
20mm or 22mm – with quick-release pins.UPVOTED
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