Apple Watch Bands for Workouts and Weddings: 8 Stylish Options

Although your Apple Watch comes with a band, you may have noticed how simple it is to attach and detach it. As a result, you should really consider looking into some of the best Apple Watch bands available. For swimming or sweatier sports, you'll need something waterproof. 

For business meetings, a more subdued hue. For dressier events, a metal or leather strap is recommended. The beautiful thing about the Apple Watch is that you can personalize it all the way down to the Watch face, which you can change from Toy Story's cute characters to the serious, data-heavy Infograph face. 

Apple makes the majority, but not all, of the greatest Apple Watch bands and straps. However, there are more economical alternatives and alternate designs available that Apple does not provide. Take, for example, Nomad's beautiful titanium band. 

Read on to learn about the finest Apple Watch bands and straps for any occasion. If you don't already have one, now is the time to get one. 

Apple Watch Bands with the Most Style

Maybe something for the evening? For the theater or a formal meal, you might choose something less sporty. The greatest and most sophisticated Apple Watch bands are shown here.

Apple Milanese Loop (Gold)

With a subtle beauty and a superb mechanism, the magnetic Milanese Loop is one of Apple's trendiest Apple Watch Bands. Apple is a big fan of magnets, so the way the strap fastens by snapping into itself in just the right spot is incredibly delightful. 

The Milanese Loop is a great choice because it is endlessly adjustable and pleasing to the touch. It's composed of stainless steel and available in three colors: gold, graphite, and silver. However, it is not ideal for swimming.

Apple Stainless Steel Link Bracelet (Space Black)

Apple Stainless Steel Link Bracelet (Space Black) is designed for special occasions and handcrafted with precision. 

• It comes in two sizes: one for 38mm, 40mm, and 41mm, and another for 42mm, 44mm, and 45mm.

With a strong, superbly constructed design, this is the most evening-wear band of them all. Any dark-finish Watch, whether aluminum, stainless steel, or titanium, looks great with the Space Black finish.

A quick-release mechanism is available on some links, allowing you to simply remove them without the use of special tools and get the right fit. The clasp, a butterfly pattern that is perfectly flush so no portion of the strap juts out, is the main highlight of the band.

Apple also offers it in a silver stainless steel finish that complements lighter-colored timepieces and is more affordable.

Nomad Titanium Apple Watch Band (Black)

This is a really appealing piece of gear. Although Apple offers a titanium Apple Watch Series 7 in two colors, it does not come with a titanium band, at least not from Apple. Nomad has carved out a niche for itself, and it's great. As you place the band around your wrist, the two sides of the strap automatically locate each other and snap into place, as if by magic.

Because to the magnetic clasp, there is no overly protruding buckle. It's light, beautiful, and quite comfy. It's available in two colors: silver and black, to match the titanium Apple Watch's color selections.

It takes some effort to achieve the ideal fit. It comes with a comprehensive tool set, including pins, holders, and adjusters, so you can get started right away. Pieces can be added or removed. It appears difficult, but the directions are clear and a helpful web video makes it simple. The bands from Nomad are superb, and they provide a high-quality, low-cost alternative to Apple's metal bands.

Apple Watch Hermès Bleu Lin Attelage Double Tour

Made in collaboration with Hermès, this is one of the most costly Apple Watch bands. A unique Hermès edition watch is also available, albeit this strap is compatible with any Apple Watch version, not only Hermès (though only on 38mm , 40mm and 41mm sized models).

It's a luxury and wonderfully built strap, Apple claims, handcrafted by craftsmen in France from buttery soft Barénia leather. It's a dream come true in terms of comfort.

Apple Watch Sport Bands at Their Finest

Apple's band-making expertise has resulted in waterproof straps that look beautiful enough to wear at any time of day. The Solo Loop and other bands don't tarnish in water, even in the salty sea—though wearing a lighter color strap with brand-new denim that's still sharing its blue with other materials might result in a discoloration that's difficult to remove.

Apple Solo Loop (Marigold)

• Only Apple Watch Series 4, 5, 6, 7, and SE are compatible. There are two sizes available: one for 40mm and 41mm and another for 44mm and 45mm.

This is by far the most comfortable watch band I've ever worn. It's constructed of a single piece of buttery-soft liquid silicone rubber that's incredibly comfortable to wear. The interior is softly concave, which contributes to the overall impression.

The Apple Watch must be worn tightly in order for the heart rate sensor, for example, to function effectively. As a result, because this band isn't changeable, getting the appropriate size is critical. 

You can try it on at Apple Stores, but Apple has created a helpful downloadable tool with thorough instructions for use online.

The Solo Loop is available in more than a dozen vibrant colors, including melon, chalk pink, and pistachio. There are even more subtle variations, such as English Lavender. You might also go for something more subdued, such as Deep Navy, Black, and White. Marigold is a true show-stopper. Only the Apple Watch SE, Apple Watch Series 4 and later are compatible with the Solo Loop.

Apple Sport Band (English Lavender)

• There are two sizes available: one for 38mm, 40mm, and 41mm, and another for 42mm, 44mm, and 45mm.

This is the standard strap that came with the Apple Watch when it was first released. The soft fluoroelastomer is soft and comfy, similar to the Solo Loop. It's more robust than the Solo Loop, and it's readily adjustable for the optimum fit thanks to the buckle.

A good idea is to push the pin through the hole where the strap is loose, since you can then tuck the end of the strap into the loop, tightening the fit somewhat. Clover is a dark green, Capri Blue is a lovely blue (40mm only), and Abyss Blue is a serious blue.

Nike Sport Band (Magic Ember/Crimson Bliss)

• There are two sizes available: one for 38mm, 40mm, and 41mm, and another for 42mm, 44mm, and 45mm.

Despite the fact that it is made of the same fluoroelastomer as the Sport Band, the Nike version features more holes for better ventilation. They provide the strap a lighter and more comfortable feel. The perforations are a different color than the main strap, adding to the sporty look.

The pin-and-tuck closing mechanism is the same as on the conventional Sport Band. A unique Magic Ember/Crimson Bliss, the extremely quiet Midnight Navy/Mystic Navy, and the elegant Pure Platinum/Black are among the colors available.

Apple Braided Solo Loop (Maize)

• Only Apple Watch Series 4, 5, 6, 7, and SE are compatible. There are two sizes available: one for 40mm and 41mm and another for 44mm and 45mm.

Consider the stunning Solo Loop, but with a matte appearance and feel. Because it's made of a single piece of cloth, there's no need to bother about a closure or clasp. Here's what Apple had to say about it: "The band was made by weaving 16,000 recycled polyester yarn filaments around ultrathin silicone threads using sophisticated, precision-braiding gear, then laser cutting it to a precise length for a personalized fit."

The silicone provides the stretch, while the yarn contributes to the pleasant but coarser feel than the Solo Loop.Maize and English Lavender are two nice hues. 

The Black Unity band has released a new limited edition. And there's one that stands out: the Pride Edition Braided Solo Loop is bright, clean, and neatly weaved with all the colors of the rainbow flag.