Cheap Excellanc blue women's watch 32 mm baton markers

Blue is one of those colours that works harder than it looks. On this Excellanc watch it sits on the dial, a calm, deep shade that pairs easily with a crisp white shirt, a grey knit or a navy blazer, and it holds its own against denim just as well. Nothing about it shouts, which is exactly why it suits so many outfits.

The dial keeps things refined. Arabic numerals alternate with slim baton markers, so the time reads at a glance without the face feeling busy. It is a quietly confident layout, the sort that looks right with a cuff turned back or sitting just below a sleeve.

The round metal case measures 32 mm across and 9 mm thick, a size that suits most wrists without overwhelming them. The metal bracelet is made of links, which gives the watch a neat, finished look, and it is 14 mm wide. Fully fastened it measures 17.5 cm in total. The clasp is a simple clip that closes with one press, so putting it on in the morning takes no effort.

Inside is a quartz movement, accurate and easy to live with: all it asks for is a new battery from time to time. The dial is protected by a mineral glass. For a watch that is also inexpensive, it makes a polished everyday choice, from Monday meetings to a Saturday evening out.

If you enjoy the look of a linked strap, you can browse more women's watches with link bracelets in the same spirit. And to keep this one looking its best, our guide on how to care for your watch is worth a read.