Cheap purple Excellanc women's watch, expanding bracelet

Plenty of small watches look alike, but this Excellanc stands apart from a basic model in two ways: a colour that actually has some personality, and a bracelet that asks nothing of you. The case and the expanding metal bracelet share the same purple, while the white dial keeps everything bright and easy to read. It is a gentle way of adding a splash of colour to your wrist without making a big statement.

At 30 mm across and 8 mm thick, the round case is dainty and sits comfortably on slimmer wrists. On the dial, Arabic numerals alternate with baton markers, so a quick glance is all it takes to tell the time. Because it has an analogue display, it suits the classic look many of us still love, whether you wear it to the office, at the weekend or for an evening out.

The practical side is simple. The expanding bracelet slips over your hand and fits without any clasp to fiddle with, which is lovely on busy mornings. The bracelet is 14 mm wide, and the full length of the watch with its bracelet is 18 cm. Inside, a quartz movement (PC21) keeps the time reliably, and the mineral glass helps protect the dial from the little knocks of everyday life.

It also makes a thoughtful gift, the sort that gets a genuine smile. Being so inexpensive, it is easy to treat yourself as well. If you enjoy this style, you can browse more women's watches with a metal bracelet and find the one that suits you best.