Cheap Excellanc women's watch gold-tone blue dial metal

The first thing you notice is the metal. The case and the bracelet share the same gold-tone finish, so the watch reads as one smooth piece on the wrist, with the small weight and cool touch you expect from a link bracelet rather than a strap.

Against that warm tone, the blue dial does the talking. It is a clear, saturated blue, easy on the eye, and the Arabic numerals make the time quick to read at a glance. The display is analogue, with no extras to get in the way.

The round case measures 42 mm across, which gives the watch a confident, statement look. If you are unsure how that will sit on your wrist, the watch size guide is a useful check before you decide.

The bracelet is made of metal links and measures 12 mm wide, with a total length of 20 cm including the case. To adjust the fit, you remove one or more links. A deployant clasp closes it with a single click and keeps it secure through the day.

Inside is a quartz movement, a dependable choice that needs no special care. The only upkeep is changing the battery now and then. The glass is mineral.

This is an Excellanc women's watch that goes with everyday outfits, from jeans to something smarter, and it is inexpensive for what it offers: a gold-tone finish, a blue dial and a solid metal bracelet.