Excellanc gold-tone ladies' watch chain bracelet

Some watches ask for a little patience, and this one asks for none. The clasp closes with a single press, the quartz movement keeps time without any winding or setting routine, and the dial is easy to read in a glance between one meeting and the next. It is the sort of watch you put on in the morning and forget about until someone compliments it.

That ease comes wrapped in something rather pretty. The Excellanc case is gold-tone and round, 25 mm across, so it sits lightly on the wrist rather than dominating it. The proportions are delicate, closer to a piece of jewellery than to a tool.

The dial is a soft yellow, and it sets the mood for the whole watch. Arabic numerals mark the hours, so there is never any doubt about the time, and the gold-tone hour markers stand out cleanly against the yellow background. The display is analogue, as you would expect from a watch of this character.

The bracelet is a metal chain in yellow and gold-tone, 16 mm wide, and it gives the watch its jewellery-like look. Fully extended, the watch measures 19 cm from end to end. The clip clasp keeps fastening simple, which matters more than you might think on a busy morning.

Because the finish is gold-tone throughout, it pairs naturally with the rest of your jewellery. A ring, a fine necklace or a pair of studs in a similar tone will make the whole look feel considered without any effort. It suits a dressed-up evening as readily as an ordinary weekday.

Upkeep is minimal: the quartz movement only needs a new battery from time to time. The mineral glass resists scratches better than plastic would, which is reassuring for something worn daily. It also makes a thoughtful gift for a birthday or simply as a treat. If it appeals, you can find it alongside the rest of our women's jewellery watches.