A watch you can put on in the morning and forget about is a good watch for a busy day. This Excellanc model has a round case just 8 mm thick, so it slips under a shirt cuff or a knitted sleeve without catching. The quartz movement keeps the time reliably, and the analogue dial is easy to read at a glance, which is all you need between meetings, on the school run or on the train.
The case is 35 mm across, a balanced size that sits neatly on most wrists without looking oversized. Case, dial and bracelet are all silver-tone, so the watch reads as one clean piece. The dial is silver-tone with Roman numerals, a traditional touch that keeps it looking composed rather than flashy.
The metal bracelet is 14 mm wide and about 18 cm long including the case. It is made of links, and you adjust the fit by removing one or more of them. The clasp is a simple push-to-close fastening, quick to do up with one hand. If you are unsure how much length you will need, the watch size guide explains how to measure your wrist before you start.
Silver-tone is one of the easiest finishes to wear. It sits comfortably next to denim, a black dress, a tailored jacket or a plain white tee, and it does not clash with jewellery in either warm or cool tones. That makes it a sensible choice for the office, for weekends and for evenings out, without needing a different watch for each.
This is an inexpensive women's watch, yet the details are properly considered: a mineral glass cover over the dial, a metal case and a metal bracelet. It also works as a gift, since the neutral colouring suits almost any taste. You will find it alongside other models in our silver-tone watches for women.
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