Cheap Excellanc gold-tone women's watch 34 mm metal bracelet

The first thing you notice is the contrast. A soft grey dial sits inside a gold-tone case, and the two together look calm and polished rather than loud. Slim round markers in the same gold-tone stand out neatly against the grey, so the time is easy to read at a glance without the face looking busy.

It is a round 34 mm case, a classic size for a women's watch, and only 8 mm thick, so it slips under a cuff without fuss. The metal bracelet matches the case, 17 mm wide and about 18 cm from end to end. It is made of links, which means you can shorten it by removing a few. If you are unsure how to size it for your wrist, our watch size guide walks you through it.

Inside is an Excellanc quartz movement with an analogue display, the kind that keeps good time and asks nothing of you. The mineral glass protects the dial. The folding clasp closes securely and stops the watch from falling when you open it, which is a small detail you appreciate every day.

Style it with gold-tone jewellery for a wrist that catches the light, or wear it on its own for something understated. It is an inexpensive watch that looks far more considered than its price suggests, and it makes an easy gift for someone who likes her accessories simple and elegant.