Excellanc ladies' watch 36 mm silver-tone dial rose gold-tone

Some watches earn their place on your wrist because they simply work, and this Excellanc is one of them. It has a quartz movement, so there is nothing to wind and no routine to remember. You glance at the analogue dial, check the time and carry on with your day. The only upkeep is swapping the battery now and then, and the mineral glass over the dial is there to cope with the small knocks of a normal week, from desk edges to bag zips. Whether you wear it to the office, out at the weekend or into the evening, it fits in without any fuss.

Then there is the colour. The case and the bracelet share the same rose gold-tone finish, set against a silver-tone dial, and the pairing feels warm and polished at once. Roman numerals add a slightly retro touch that makes it look a little more thought through than you would expect. At 36 mm across and 11 mm thick, the round case has a bit of presence without taking over your wrist. If you enjoy this shade, you can find more in our rose gold-tone women's watches.

The metal bracelet is made of links and is 20 mm wide, with a total length of 23.5 cm. It closes with a deployant clasp, which keeps the watch securely on your wrist and stops it dropping when you take it off. It is an inexpensive watch, yet it looks smart and feels easy to live with, which makes it a lovely thing to buy for yourself or to give to someone who likes a touch of rose gold.