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I wear Lange with suits or jeans..
.. it really fits to you. I agree with CR. In my line of business today, I seldom wear suits, but I constantly wear Lange and I am happy with it.... So, no need to worry. Um, except for super water resistance, though.
Ken
Casual wear?
I am increasingly fascinated with this brand, but still trying to understand all aspects. The watches are gorgeous, but on a very sophisticated level, and far away from sporty... Without a Lange equivalent to say, an Aquanaut or Nautilus - do you find you...
Lange is very staid and formal in general
but the first time I saw a Dato in person was on the wrist of Steve H, who I believe was still in his twenties! And casually attired, and it looked sensational. I myself wore a Patek 3940G everyday for a couple years with anything and everything. Truth is...
Nice...
Thank you Mostel, for that thoughtful response. Great point and of course you are right. Excellent photos Amanico, and definitely elegant casual! Thx, M
Some thoughts
Hi Mads, Very valid question; and one I pondered with for a while during my initial stages of learning and wonderment of the Lange world. I was worried they would not transfer well between casual and formal settings as I too am mostly casual away from wor...
Colton, that was one of my favourite Lange, too...
If you can find one, don't hesitate! Best, Nicolas
Great response
Colton, excellent response and photos - really good to see. I have not been to a well assorted Lange dealer yet, but am keen to try the L1, the new 1815 up/down and both old and new 1815 chronos. Can't wait! Thanks, M
Hope this is not off-topic...
I struggled with that very same question myself! I have immense respect for Lange and I think their production process has more "honesty" than other brands. Perhaps I'm being naive but it seems the way they do things, it's really hard to ramp up productio...
Off topic
Secretlife, not OT - as I guess you had similar concerns as me. I am quite sure I will end up with a Lange, though - but will take my time to find that perfect combination. The fun is in the hunt!
There are great Lange posted here
Nicolas showed two of my favorite. But today I was wearing the Dato, all day. Starting with my Jack Nicholson look of all black with a yellow tie and black sport jacket, the switched for casual dinner to black jeans. The Dato all day. Extremely versatile ...
I think it is possible
depending on the color of the case. For me, almost all white metal watches can be worn quite casually. I often wear this one with jeans etc... Best regards, Dirk ...
Dato
Thanks Joe, for picture and response. Good to know that you guys rock the Langes all day! I really like the (v1) Dato, but have not seen in it in the flesh yet.
Dato V1
Yes, the Dato, generation 1 - it really seems to be a center piece along with the Lange 1...can't wait to try those 2 on some day!
Dare I say that the Lange One and the Dato first gen are both icons? Yes! [nt]
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I like how you posed the question/scenario...
I hardly ever change watches during the day (e.g., at the end of day), and I never wear a suit or dress up. So, I basically always wear a Lange while dressed informally. You SHOULD NOT feel like you need to dress up to wear a Lange -- no worries whatsoeve...
CR
Thanks for the response CR, that is another take/use scenario - but good to know you switch it up once in a while with other brands. I used to wear only Panerai for many years, so used to big watches! (Despite my tiny wrists). I will take your advice and ...
I wear Lange with suits or jeans..
.. it really fits to you. I agree with CR. In my line of business today, I seldom wear suits, but I constantly wear Lange and I am happy with it.... So, no need to worry. Um, except for super water resistance, though. Ken
My Grosse Langematik
I often wear my Grosse Langematik in casual or smart casual situations and I have to admit I quite like it. It works perfectly with a pair of jeans and a shirt, with or without jacket. It really is among my favorites. best, R ...
Agreed, 99% formal brand
Most Langes are formal only. No doubt. While some have a picture of a sweater and dressy Lange and say it is casual, it sure does not look casual (not in the PP 5711 5167 or Rolex Sub casual) way. That said, I find the Lange 1 darth and Dato and Double Sp...