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Jun 15, 2023

Apple Watch Series 8: Here are all the colors and official band options

Thinking of buying the new Apple Watch Series 8? Here's a quick look at all the case colors and band options you can get. Although Apple has added a new 'Ultra' model to its Apple Watch lineup, the

Thinking of buying the new Apple Watch Series 8? Here's a quick look at all the case colors and band options you can get.

Although Apple has added a new 'Ultra' model to its Apple Watch lineup, the Apple Watch Series 8 will likely remain the top choice for most buyers this year. That's because the new Ultra variant is a bit overkill for the average Joe and costs as much as the new iPhone 14. On the other hand, the Apple Watch Series 8 starts at $399 for the GPS model and $499 for the cellular model, which is a reasonable price for a premium smartwatch of its caliber. If you're considering picking up a new Apple Watch Series 8 and are wondering which color to go with, here are all your options.

The Apple Watch Series 8 comes in a couple of fun colors with two case material options: Aluminum and Stainless Steel. The more affordable Aluminum variant is available in four colorways: Midnight, Starlight, Silver, and Product Red. The Midnight, Starlight, and Product Red color options are just the same as the ones Apple offered with the aluminum Apple Watch Series 7. The Silver variant is the only new addition, and it has a polished aluminum look.

The Midnight variant of the aluminum Apple Watch Series 8 has a glossy dark gray finish. You can pair it with contrasting bands or go with a simple black band for a stealthy look.

The Starlight variant of the aluminum Apple Watch Series 8 has a light gold finish that goes well with Solo Loop bands in funky colors or the subtle Starlight Sport Loop band.

The Silver finish gives the aluminum Apple Watch Series 8 a classic look that goes well with bands in any color or material. It's a versatile colorway that looks great in any combination.

The iconic Product Red Apple Watch Series 8 looks stunning with a matching hot red band, but you can also pair it with a contrasting color. However, it probably isn't for most people.

The Stainless Steel variant of the Apple Watch Series 8 offers a more premium finish, and it's also available in four colorways: Gold, Graphite, Silver, and Space Black. While the Gold, Graphite, and Silver models come with various band options, the Space Black model is only available with the Hermès leather straps. So, you'll have to shell out quite a bit if you want to get the Space Black model.

The gold variant of the stainless steel Apple Watch Series 8 offers a premium glossy finish and looks amazing with a Leather Link, Sport, and Milanese Loop bands.

The stainless steel Apple Watch Series 8 in Graphite has a stealthy look that looks amazing with a black Sport band, Braided Solo Loop, Leather Link, or Milanese Loop.

The silver finish of the stainless steel Apple Watch Series 8 looks a bit more premium thanks to its glossy finish. Like the aluminum variant, it goes well with pretty much all bands.

The premium Apple Watch Series 8 Hermès comes in an exclusive Space Black case that has a darker finish than the Graphite variant. You can pair it with various Hermès leather bands.

Speaking of band options, Apple offers the aluminum Apple Watch Series 8 with five different bands: Solo Loop, Braided Solo Loop, Sport Band, Sport Loop, and Nike Sport Loop. Most of these bands come in various color options, allowing you to personalize your new Apple Watch completely.

The stainless steel model gets four band options: Braided Solo Loop, Sport Band, Leather, and Stainless Steel. All these bands come in various color options, so you get a wide variety to choose from. Additionally, the Leather bands for the stainless steel model are available in two different variants, including Leather Link and Modern Buckle.

The premium Apple Watch Hermès is available with a couple of exclusive band options in nylon and leather. These include the nylon Casaque Single Tour band in two color options and the Attelage Double Tour, Single Tour, Single Tour Deployment Buckle, and Casaque Double Tour leather bands in several colorways.

Now that you know all the Apple Watch Series 8 color and band options, which combination will you get? Let us know in the comments section below. Also, check out our roundup of the best Apple Watch Series 8 deals to see where you can buy it at a discount.

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