Excellanc women's watch silver-tone case blue steel bracelet

Blue is one of those colours that works harder than you would expect, and this Excellanc watch makes the most of it. The dial and the bracelet share the same shade, so the whole thing looks pulled together on your wrist. Wear it with a white shirt and straight jeans, a navy knit, or a little black dress when you want one small touch of colour.

The model is called Anja, and the dial is a soft blue and white that stays easy on the eye. Arabic numerals alternate with baton indexes, so you can read the time at a glance without squinting or second-guessing.

At 36 mm across and 8 mm thick, the round case is noticeable without taking over. It sits neatly on the wrist and slips under a cuff without any fuss. The case is metal in a silver tone, which pairs happily with just about anything in your wardrobe, from casual weekend outfits to something smarter.

What you will probably love most is the expanding bracelet. There is no clasp to fasten, you simply slide it over your hand and it settles comfortably. It is stainless steel, 18 mm wide, and the watch measures 19 cm from end to end.

Inside is a PC21 quartz movement with an analogue display, accurate and quietly dependable, the sort you stop thinking about after the first day. A mineral glass protects the dial.

If you like the silver-tone case but fancy a different look, take a peek at our silver-tone women's watches and see what else catches your eye. And to keep this one looking its best, we have a few simple tips in our guide to looking after your watch.