Cheap Excellanc gold-tone ladies' watch 37 mm blue dial

Plenty of gold-tone watches settle for a plain dial and leave it at that. This Excellanc is a little more considered. Its dial is a deep blue with a green cast, which gives the gold-tone case and bracelet something quietly interesting to sit against, rather than a flat white or black backdrop.

The detailing is restrained. Small dots mark the hours, and the gold-tone indexes stand out cleanly against the blue without shouting for attention. It reads easily at a glance, and nothing on the dial feels crowded.

At 37 mm across and 8 mm thick, the round metal case has a presence that is noticeable but never heavy. It suits a slim wrist well and sits comfortably under a shirt cuff or a knitted sleeve, which makes it a natural choice for days that move from the office to the evening.

The metal bracelet is made of links in the same gold-tone finish as the case, so the whole watch looks of a piece. It is 16 mm wide and closes with a deployant clasp that fastens with a single click. Including the watch itself, the total length is 18 cm.

Inside is a quartz movement with an analogue display, accurate and undemanding. A mineral glass protects the dial from the small knocks of everyday wear. It is also inexpensive, which is a pleasant bonus for a watch with this much character.

If gold-tone suits your style, you can browse our other gold-tone watches for women and compare shades, dials and sizes. For keeping this one looking its best over the years, our guide to looking after your watch is a useful read.