Cheap blue Excellanc women's watch metal bracelet 27 mm

Most small metal watches settle for a plain dial and a generic strap. This Excellanc women's watch does something more interesting: the blue dial gives it a real point of view, and Roman numerals add a touch of old-school polish that you rarely find at this size. The round case measures just 27 mm across and 8 mm thick, so it sits close and neat on the wrist rather than perching on top of it.

The metal bracelet is made of links and finishes with a deployant clasp, which closes with a single click and keeps the whole thing secure without any fiddling. The strap is 12 mm wide and the watch measures 19 cm in total, a useful detail if you prefer a slim look. Inside is a quartz movement with an analogue display, so the time is right when you glance down and you never have to think about winding. The mineral glass stands up to scratches better than plastic would, which matters for something worn every day.

Blue is easier to wear than you might expect: it goes with denim at the weekend, with a shirt at the office and with a dark dress in the evening. At this price it is inexpensive enough to add without overthinking it. If you like the look, you can browse more women's watches with link bracelets and compare the finishes side by side.