Metal has a way of warming up against the skin, and this Excellanc watch is a good example. The case and the bracelet share the same soft rose gold-tone finish, so the whole watch glows gently on the wrist rather than shouting for attention. It is a smooth, slightly cool touch at first that settles into your own temperature within minutes.
Behind the glass, the dial is silver-tone, a calm backdrop that goes with nearly anything in your wardrobe. Instead of numerals, small round dot markers keep the face light and uncluttered, which gives it a refined, quietly feminine look. Reading the time is quick, and nothing on the dial competes with the hands.
At 37 mm across the round case sits comfortably between dainty and statement. It has a little more presence than the tiniest watches without feeling heavy, and at 10.5 mm thick it slips under a cuff without fuss. The mineral glass protects the dial from everyday knocks.
Rose gold-tone is a lovely partner for nude, powdery or pastel shades, and it looks just as good against black. That makes this an easy watch to wear from the office to the weekend and on into the evening. For something this pretty it is also inexpensive, which makes it a nice treat for yourself or a thoughtful present.
On the practical side, the bracelet is made of metal links and is 13 mm wide, with a total length of 20 cm including the case. If it is a touch too long, you can shorten it by removing links, and our watch size guide explains how to find the right fit. A clip clasp fastens it in one simple movement. Inside, a quartz movement (PC21) keeps the time reliably, with an analogue display.
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