Excellanc women's watch silver-tone case white 36 mm round

If you are looking for a gift for a sister, a friend or simply yourself, this Excellanc watch is an easy one to get right. It is the sort of present that gets worn the very next morning, because it goes with almost anything already in the wardrobe, from jeans and a jumper to a little black dress.

The round case measures 36 mm across and 8 mm thick, with a silver-tone finish that gives it a bit more presence on the wrist than a tiny dress watch would. The dial is white with a touch of blue, kept simple with fine hour markers so it stays easy to read at a glance, whether you are at the office, out for a weekend walk or heading to dinner. The mineral glass over the dial is more scratch-resistant than plastic, which is reassuring for something you will glance at all day.

The best part for everyday life is the expanding bracelet. There is no clasp to fiddle with: you simply slide it on and off. It is made of stainless steel, is 18 mm wide, and the whole watch, bracelet included, comes to 19 cm in length. The quartz movement, a PC21, keeps the time accurately without any winding or fuss, and the display is analogue.

If this one is close but not quite what you had in mind, have a look at our silver-tone women's watches for more styles in the same spirit. And if you would like to keep your watch looking its best for years, our care advice on looking after your watch is worth a read.