Cheap Excellanc gold-tone women's watch 39 mm brown dial

The first thing you notice is the metal. The bracelet is made of gold-tone links that sit smooth and cool against the wrist, with a weight that feels more considered than you might expect from a watch at this price. It is the sort of finish that warms up quickly with wear and settles into the day without any fuss.

Against that glow, the brown dial is a quiet surprise. It is a soft, earthy shade rather than a loud one, and it gives the gold-tone case a calmer, more grown-up character than the usual bright white or black faces. Roman numerals mark the hours, adding a classic note that never looks dated.

The case is round and measures 39 mm across, so it has a confident presence on the wrist without tipping into oversized. The display is analogue, clean and easy to read at a glance, and the mineral glass protects the dial from the small knocks of everyday life.

This Excellanc watch is a women's watch that pairs easily with whatever you reach for in the morning. It works as well with a crisp shirt as with a chunky knit, and the warm tones of the dial and bracelet sit comfortably next to neutrals, denim and autumn colours alike. It is also inexpensive, which makes it a pleasant everyday companion rather than something to keep for best.

Inside, a quartz movement keeps reliable time. The bracelet is 19 mm wide and the watch measures 18 cm in total length. It closes with a deployant clasp, which keeps the watch secure when you open it and stops it slipping off the table or your wrist.

To fit it to your wrist, you simply remove one or more links from the bracelet. If you are unsure how much to take out, our watch size guide walks you through it step by step. Once adjusted, it needs little more than a gentle wipe now and then to keep its shine.